Awards season moves fast, and so do we. In a world where every second counts and discretion is everything, our charter solutions are built to match the pace and precision of the entertainment industry’s most demanding months. 
Behind the velvet rope: a charter guide to awards season
Awards season moves fast, and so do we. In a world where every second counts and discretion is everything, our charter solutions are built to match the pace and precision of the entertainment industry’s most demanding months.
From last-minute rehearsals to glittering red carpets, this guide reveals how we help keep the spotlight on the stars, and everything running seamlessly behind the scenes.
Billboard Music Awards – December
The Billboard Music Awards celebrate chart success and electrifying live performances, and artists arrive with instruments, staging and tight rehearsal windows. Wherever the show takes place – Las Vegas, LA, or beyond – we help ensure smooth arrivals with private FBO access, fast ground handling, and discreet ground services. From touchdown to soundcheck, we keep artists out of the spotlight until it’s time to shine.
Critics Choice Awards – January
The Critics Choice Awards gather critics, studios and campaigning teams in Los Angeles, where quiet, efficient transfers are essential for rehearsals and screenings. Van Nuys (VNY) and Burbank (BUR) are the best choices for arrivals, offering shorter transfer times to Hollywood, private terminals that minimise exposure and flexible handling for cast, crew and promotional kit.
Academy Awards (Oscars) – January
The Oscars demand exacting logistics – global press, strict security, and perfectly-curated red carpet moments. For high-profile arrivals we position guests through Van Nuys (VNY) for maximum privacy, staging international delegations through LAX private terminals where we help coordinate expedited customs, secure transfers and to ensure talent reaches rehearsals and the ceremony on time.
Golden Globe Awards – January
The Golden Globes bring together stars from film and television for a fast-moving evening of arrivals and after-parties, where every minute counts. We prefer Burbank (BUR) and Santa Monica (SMO) for talent movements because they combine quick transfers with low public exposure, letting actors, hosts and entourages move between rehearsals, press and the event with minimal fuss.
Grammy Awards – February
The Grammy Awards are built around performances, quick-change rehearsals and last-minute technical requests, so flexibility is everything. For Los Angeles-based events we route talent through Van Nuys (VNY) or Santa Monica (SMO) and, when the ceremony is in Las Vegas, through local FBOs; in every case we plan for instrument holds, specialist loading and bespoke onboard hospitality to protect sleep, sound checks and stage readiness.
SAG Awards – February
The SAG Awards are a peer-voted celebration that often involves ensemble arrivals and tightly choreographed press schedules. We stage travel through Burbank (BUR) or Van Nuys (VNY) to allow casts and their support teams to arrive together, simplify wardrobe and kit handling, and move quickly to rehearsals, interviews and staged photos without public queues.
Brit Awards – February
The Brit Awards draw international acts into the heart of London and demand punctual, polished arrivals for rehearsals, showcases and media obligations. Farnborough (FAB) and Biggin Hill (BQH) are the preferred entry points for VIP charters into London, offering discreet handling, efficient processing, and swift road access to central venues and hotels.
American Music Awards – May
The American Music Awards sit at the intersection of live performance and fan-facing moments, often as part of wider promotional tours. For LA-based events we favour Van Nuys (VNY) or the private terminals at LAX to ensure artists and crews move smoothly between sound checks, media rounds and the stage; when the show moves elsewhere, we deploy local FBOs and multi-leg routings if necessary to keep the schedule intact.
How we help simplify events season
From red carpets to rehearsals, awards season is a whirlwind of movement, precision, and star power. Whether you’re flying in talent, production teams, or kit, we help make it happen.
Here’s how we help keep travel effortless:
- Private-terminal access for discretion and speed;
- 24/7 operational oversight to manage last-minute changes and clearances;
- Specialist baggage handling for costumes, instruments and technical equipment;
- Secure ground transfers and onboard hospitality to preserve rest and focus; and
- Contingency planning with standby aircraft and trusted FBO partnerships.
Planning your season starts here
Regardless of which events are being planned for, we’ll design a bespoke charter solution which helps protect privacy, streamlines travel time, and keeps the talent and their team focused on the event.
Contact us today to discuss your requirements with one of our experienced charter consultants, and let us make your journey as polished as your performance.