If you've ever dreamed of flying first class but are currently operating on a couch budget, this news will be music to your wallet.
AURA is a new service launching in 2019 that will offer one-way, first-class tickets starting at just $280.
That's right – this private jet company will get you sitting in the lap of luxury for less than the cost of some couch tickets.
The service will begin operation out of a few small private airports in a handful of major U.S. cities. Passengers will be flying on CRJ7000 Bombadier regional jets and will be able to get on board within 20 minutes of arriving at the airport.
In terms of tickets, you actually have two options. The jet is spilt into FIRST and WAVE cabins. The FIRST cabin will offer 44-inches of set pitch (read: you can recline way down) and passengers will dine on tapas from around the world. The ceiling of the cabin will be a giant OLED screen where passengers can enjoy starry views or sunsets. There will be VR headsets available, and free WiFi and in-flight iPad Pros for every passenger.
Passengers in the WAVE cabin get even more goodies. They'll enjoy futuristic-looking zero-gravity AÏANAWAVE seats and meals from an on-board chef that will cook everything to your exact specifications.
For about $100 per month, individuals will be able to become "Keyholders" and access lower prices on all flights. This usually amounts to half off all tickets.
Watch the skies for Aura in 2019.