JSX (airline) explained

JSX (airline) should not be confused with JetSuite.

Airline:JSX
Iata:XE
Icao:JSX
Callsign:BIGSTRIPE
Headquarters:Dallas, Texas, United States
Key People:Alex Wilcox (CEO)
Aoc:4DPA097O[1]
Fleet Size:47
Destinations:22

JetSuiteX, Inc. (commonly known as JSX) is an American air carrier in the United States and Mexico that describes itself as a "hop-on jet service"[2] that operates point-to-point flights between and within Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Nevada, New Mexico, New York, and Texas in the United States and Baja California Sur in Mexico.[3] [4]

For regulatory purposes, JSX is set up as public charter operator and does not directly operate aircraft. JSX charters a 30-seat Embraer regional jet operated by a subsidiary and then resells seats on that aircraft to the public. Because charter operators have lower TSA screening requirements for passengers, the arrangement allows JSX to utilize fixed-based operator terminals, offering a more private jet-like experience for their customers.

JSX operates Embraer ERJ 135 and ERJ 145 aircraft, each retrofitted with 30 seats, removed overhead bins, and in-row power.

History

The airline was originally founded as JetSuiteX in April 2016. According to chief executive officer (CEO) Alex Wilcox, the air carrier was created in response to declining short-haul traffic and the rise in fares on short-haul flights in the United States.[5] [6] Wilcox attributes these phenomena in part to long wait times in airports.[7]

The company started operations on April 19, 2016, with its first flight between Burbank and Concord, both in California.[8]

On August 8, 2019, JetSuiteX re-branded to JSX.

In September 2020, Orange County Board of Supervisors notified JSX that the airline would be barred from operating flights to John Wayne Airport in Orange County, California, starting January 1, 2021.[9] [10] Wilcox publicly addressed the situation through emails and social media, and a customer outreach program invited fliers to voice support for the carrier to continue its flights to Orange County. On December 14, 2020, JSX filed a lawsuit against the airport, stating that it has “refused to offer any accommodations” to the carrier and that the airport “discriminatorily chose" the termination "in favor of two large airlines [<nowiki/>[[Allegiant Air|Allegiant]] and Spirit Airlines]." The first of the two operates the same routes from the airport as JSX.[11] On December 23, 2020, the airline was granted a temporary restraining order against the airport, preventing airport officials from terminating the airline's operations on the planned date of January 1, 2021. A spokeswoman told a news outlet that the airport will comply with the order.[12] JSX continues to operate from the airport.

On December 15, 2022, JSX began operating flights to Taos Regional Airport in Taos, New Mexico, from various airports in Texas and California on behalf of Taos Air.[13] Taos Air effectively terminated operations permanently in April 2024,[14] and on April 23, 2024, the town of Taos approved a new, exclusive airline service contract directly with JSX.[15]

Corporate affairs

JetBlue and Qatar Airways are minority shareholders in JSX.[16] [17] CEO Alex Wilcox was a founding executive of both JetBlue and Kingfisher Airlines.

For regulatory purposes, JSX is set up as public charter operator and does not directly operate aircraft. JetSuiteX, Inc. charters a 30-seat Embraer regional jet operated by its subsidiary Delux Public Charter, LLC (doing business as JSX Air or Taos Air) and then resells seats on that aircraft to the public. Because charter operators have lower TSA screening requirements for passengers, the arrangement allows JSX to utilize fixed-based operator terminals, offering a more private jet-like experience for their customers.[18] [19] [20]

Destinations

JSX serves or has previously served the following destinations :

Country (State)CityAirportNotesclass=unsortable
The BahamasMarsh HarbourMarsh Harbour Airport[21]
MexicoCabo San LucasCabo San Lucas International Airport
San Jose del CaboLos Cabos International Airport
United States (Arizona)PhoenixPhoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
ScottsdaleScottsdale Airport[22]
United States (California)BurbankHollywood Burbank Airport
CarlsbadMcClellan–Palomar Airport[23]
Coachella ValleyJacqueline Cochran Regional Airport[24]
ConcordBuchanan Field Airport
Los AngelesLos Angeles International Airport
Mammoth LakesMammoth Yosemite Airport
MontereyMonterey Regional Airport
OaklandSan Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport
Orange CountyJohn Wayne Airport
San DiegoSan Diego International Airport
San JoseSan Jose International Airport[25]
United States (Colorado)BroomfieldRocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport[26]
GunnisonGunnison–Crested Butte Regional Airport
RifleGarfield County Regional Airport
United States (Florida)Boca RatonBoca Raton Airport[27]
DestinDestin Executive Airport
MiamiMiami International Airport
MiamiMiami-Opa Locka Executive Airport[28]
NaplesNaples Airport
OrlandoOrlando International Airport
West Palm BeachPalm Beach International Airport[29]
United States (Montana)BozemanBozeman Yellowstone International Airport
United States (Nevada)Las VegasHarry Reid International Airport
RenoReno-Tahoe International Airport
United States (New Jersey)MorristownMorristown Municipal Airport[30]
United States (New Mexico)TaosTaos Regional Airport
United States (New York)Westchester CountyWestchester County Airport
United States (North Carolina)PinehurstMoore County Airport[31]
United States (Tennessee)NashvilleNashville International Airport
United States (Texas)AustinAustin–Bergstrom International Airport[32]
Austin Executive Airport
DallasDallas Love Field
Horseshoe BayHorseshoe Bay Resort Jet Center[33]
HoustonWilliam P. Hobby Airport
LajitasLajitas International Airport
United States (Utah)Salt Lake CitySalt Lake City International Airport
United States (Washington)SeattleBoeing Field

Codeshare agreements

JSX does not participate in any major global airline alliances, but holds a codeshare agreement with JetBlue, which includes JetBlue's TrueBlue loyalty program.

It is possible also for passengers to enter United Airlines MileagePlus numbers to earn miles on JSX.

Since all flights operate from private FBO terminals, there are no ticketing or baggage agreements at any location.

Fleet

The JSX fleet comprises the following aircraft:

JSX Fleet
AircraftIn ServicePassengersNotes
Embraer ERJ-1351630
Embraer ERJ-145321x1 seating[34] [35]
Total48

Services

JSX flights depart from private jet terminals separate from the passenger terminals used by Part 121 and some Part 135 airlines, commonly referred to as FBOs.[36] In most locations, the facility is operated by JSX, while in some, JSX utilizes existing facilities managed by other companies.[37] JSX utilizes the TSA Secure Flight program and additional passive security measures, including explosive and weapons detection.[38]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Federal Aviation Administration – Airline Certificate Information – Detail View. av-info.faa.gov. 2019-06-27.
  2. News: JetSuiteX Debuts New Brand Identity "JSX" And Launches Ad Campaign Redefining Its Category Of Air Travel As "Hop-On Jet Service" . 9 August 2019 . www.prnewswire.com . PR Newswire . en.
  3. Web site: April 15, 2024 . Where We Fly . April 19, 2024 . JSX.
  4. News: Dallas-based air carrier JSX starting direct flights from Love Field to Vegas, Pinehurst resort . 17 August 2020 . Dallas News . 17 June 2020 . en.
  5. News: JetSuiteX Launches EMB-135 Service from Burbank to Concord . Aviation International News . April 5, 2016 . October 2, 2016 . Thurber, Matt.
  6. News: JetSuiteX to try 'private jet experience' on scheduled flights . . April 5, 2016 . October 2, 2016 . Mutzabaugh, Ben.
  7. News: Private-jet company to offer cheap charter flights to Bay Area . . April 6, 2016 . October 2, 2016 . Cota-Robles, Marc.
  8. News: Private flights to Bay Area for $109: Irvine-based JetSuiteX goes wheels-up Tuesday . . April 19, 2016 . October 2, 2016 . Madans, Hannah . Sciacca, Annie.
  9. News: Griffith. Ivy. September 2020. John Wayne Airport Cancels Contract with JSX; Can it be Saved?. Celeb Magazine. 19 November 2020.
  10. News: Flores . Luca . JSX Banned from SNA, Asks Customers for Help . 19 November 2020 . Airways Magazine . Airways International, Inc. . 12 September 2020.
  11. News: Nguyen . Lilly . JSX files lawsuit against Orange County, John Wayne Airport after operation rights terminated . 1 January 2021 . Los Angeles Times . 15 December 2020.
  12. News: Siebenmark . Jerry . Judge Allows JSX To Temporarily Continue SNA Flights . 1 January 2021 . AIN Online . The Convention News Company, Inc. . 28 December 2020.
  13. Web site: Taos Air Partners with JSX to Offer Premium Flights to Ski Resorts . December 20, 2022 . Cole . Fergus . businesstravelerusa.com . Business Traveler . July 13, 2024.
  14. News: Plant . Geoffrey . Taos Ski Valley passes baton on air service . . Taos, New Mexico . February 7, 2024 . July 13, 2024.
  15. News: Plant . Geoffrey . Taos-Denver flights to start in June . . Taos, New Mexico . 24 April 2024 . July 13, 2024.
  16. News: California-based charter airline JetSuite plans 100-plane fleet, move to DFW . 16 August 2019 . Dallas News . 12 April 2018 . en.
  17. Qatar Airways and JetSuite Reaffirm Commitment to JetSuite and JetSuiteX Expansion at Farnborough International Airshow 2018 (18 July 2018). 14 August 2020.
  18. News: Lau . Stuart “Kipp” . October 2, 2023 . The Fight Against Public Charter Providers is Heating Up . 2023-11-08 . Aviation International News.
  19. Web site: August 21, 2023 . Are JSX And SkyWest Charter Legal? The Fight Over Part 380 and Part 135 – Cranky Flier . April 19, 2024 . en-US.
  20. Web site: Jonesyoung . Stephen . Leff . Gary . October 25, 2023 . A Public Interest Comment on Public Charter Operations . April 18, 2024 . George Mason University, Mercatus Center.
  21. Web site: JSX Adds Miami Opa-Locka – Marsh Harbour From Dec 2023 . Aeroroutes . September 18, 2023.
  22. Web site: December 13, 2023 . JSX to shift from Phoenix to Scottsdale . 19 December 2023 . PaxEd.Aero.
  23. Web site: JSX Moves San Diego Service to Carlsbad From Oct 2023 . Aeroroutes . 18 September 2023.
  24. JetSuiteX Announces The Return Of Hassle-Free Seasonal Flights To Coachella Valley In April. PR Newswire. PR Newswire Association LLC. January 23, 2019. September 25, 2019.
  25. JetSuiteX to Introduce San Jose – Bozeman, Montana Service. PR Newswire. PR Newswire Association LLC. June 30, 2016. September 25, 2019.
  26. Web site: 2022-05-12 . Dallas-based JSX adds Colorado stop from Love Field to private jet service . 2022-05-24 . Dallas News . en.
  27. Web site: This Semi-private Jet Company Just Launched 3 New Routes to Florida . Travel and Leisure . November 14, 2023.
  28. Web site: JSX Shifts Miami Service to Opa-Locka Executive From late-Sep 2023 . 17 August 2023 . Aeroroutes.
  29. Web site: Award-winning Air Carrier JSX Launches New Sun & Ski Routes to Florida and Salt Lake City Starting in Late 2024. Street Insider. June 26, 2024. June 26, 2024.
  30. Web site: This Semi-private Jet Company Just Launched 3 New Routes to Florida . Travel and Leisure . November 14, 2023.
  31. Web site: New Fly/Play Opportunity from Westchester to Pinehurst Resort. Dave. Donelson. June 11, 2020. May 20, 2023.
  32. Web site: Jet company leaving AUS, will move operations to Austin Executive Airport. November 21, 2023 . November 21, 2023 .
  33. Web site: JSX NOW OFFERING DIRECT SERVICE TO HORSESHOE BAY RESORT'S PRIVATE JET CENTER FROM LOVE FIELD. June 23, 2021. The Golf Wire. May 20, 2023.
  34. Web site: Frequently asked questions . JSX . 20 May 2023.
  35. Web site: JSX Air Embraer ERJ-145 Seat Map – Updated 2022. Find the best seat | SeatMaps .
  36. News: Jet Suite to offer luxury travel between California and Las Vegas . . May 18, 2016 . October 2, 2016 . Velotta, Richard.
  37. Web site: JSX Flying With Us. 2020-06-11. www.jsx.com.
  38. Web site: JSX Frequently Asked Questions . www.jsx.com . JSX . 2020-07-06.

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