Players urgently needed to get to their next game after advancing in a major tournament against the odds.
A last-minute charter for a college basketball team
Following an unexpected victory in the second round of a major tournament, a college women’s basketball team urgently needed a last-minute flight from Indiana to their next game in Iowa. Hearing about our expertise in chartering for college sports teams, a private donor tasked us with getting the players there in time for tip-off. With no time to waste due to the extremely tight timeframe, we got straight to work on a speedy solution.
Our Solution
Route: Fort Wayne > Sioux City
Aircraft: Saab 2000
We immediately leveraged our industry contacts to find an ideal aircraft, sourcing a high-speed turboprop that could position within hours for a same-day departure.
In order to expedite the boarding process, we arranged for the group to be driven straight onto the tarmac where their plane was waiting.
Our swift coordination enabled the charter to take off 15 minutes ahead of schedule, getting the players to Iowa with plenty of time to prepare for the all-important game.
The Finer Details
Rapid Response: After receiving the request in the morning, we acted quickly to get the group in the air by the afternoon.
Real-Time Updates: We kept the client up-to-date during every stage of the charter process, providing peace of mind that everything was in hand.