Book A Flight Via Text Message

Jet card provider Sentient Jet is preparing to roll out a service to its cardholders that will enable them to book a charter via text messaging on their mobile phones. Using an artificial intelligence (AI) functionality, the automated text-to-book service will provide card owners with quotes and an option to book flights without the need for human contact. The service is expected to launch in the third quarter.

Through the user-authenticated and automated service, cardholders begin the process with a series of prompts, followed by the collection of necessary trip information. They are then presented with various options and quotes for the charter. The process to book a flight takes less than 60 seconds, according to the Directional Aviation subsidiary.

Thirty-five percent of Sentient Jet’s bookings are currently done by way of its mobile app. With the auto text-to-book and app combined, the company is estimating it will reach $200 million in mobile transactions this year.