Sharing of posh private jets soars in US — allowing travelers to fly in luxury without forking out millions for own plane

Bye-bye boarding lines. The sharing of posh private jets among travelers has soared to record heights in the US as many residents are getting wealthier and turning up their noses at commercial flying. While owning a plane is still impractical for many flyers — with prices for a new small jet starting around $14 million — an increasing number are willing to dish out a smaller fortune for a seat aboard a private or at least semi-private aircraft. More and more travelers are opting out of flying commerically and taking to the skies through private means. Jet Linx The extra cost can end up treating the lucky deep-pocketed travelers to such luxurious goodies as heated floors, walls with silk-blended fabric and circadian-rhythm-based lighting to help them cope with jet lag, according to a Wall S