Determine the size of the private jet you want or need. Determine how many people you plan to fly and how far you plan to travel. Smaller four-person jets can cost about $3 million, while larger ten-person jets can cost $40 million.
Visit a jet broker to see if you can try out different planes before you purchase one online.
Determine if you want to buy a used or new jet. Jets are required to have meticulous maintenance records, so a prospective buyer will know the safety level of the used jet they are planning to purchase. Most newer jets will have a warranty, and the owner can purchase a maintenance agreement.
Log on to Netjets (see Resources below). They are a private charter business with sales specialists that can help you find what planes are available and email you photos and information on the various types.
Visit Bluestarjets (see Resources below). You can plug in to their sourcing tool what size jet you are looking for, how many people you wish to fly and how far you would like to travel, and they can source the right plan for you.
Visit Omnijet (see Resources below) to see jets for sale online. Many jets are used and come with a maintenance agreement. Their inventory includes the brands Learjet, Hawker, Jetstream and Falcon.
Log on to Jetadvisors (see Resources below) to find a jet broker. They will do the searching for you and save you time and possibly money. They also list jets currently for sale on their website.
