Frequently Asked Questions

 A private charter is a non-scheduled flight or on-demand flight. They can not be booked online. To inquire about the cost of a private charter, please contact us at the number above.

Island Tyme Cargo operates a fleet of two "Twin" Beech-18 airplanes.  The Beech is capable of transporting a combination of up to 9 passengers and/or cargo.  There are weight restrictions as with any aircraft so please contact us to discuss your needs.

Island Tyme Cargo is based in Lantana at the Palm Beach County Park Airport (LNA).   If it's more convenient, we can pick you up at Palm Beach International Airport (PBI), Witham Field Airport in Stuart (SUA), Treasure Coast Airport (FPR) in Ft. Pierce, Ft. Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), Boca Raton Airport (BCT) or North County Airport (F45) in Palm Beach Gardens for an additional fee.  

You can book a flight the same day you want to fly pending availability. However,  it is advised that you book out as far in advance as possible.

Charter flights must be paid for at the time of booking.  The preferred form of payment is a credit card.  We accept VISA, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express. 

Sometimes Mother Nature does not cooperate with your plans. If the weather is questionable on the day of your flight the pilot will make the final decision.  If it is unsafe to fly we will delay your flight until conditions improve or possibly delay the flight until the next day.  

If you need to cancel your flight and it is a minimum of 72 hours before your flight, you will receive a full refund. If the cancellation is less than 72 hours before your flight, there is a 30% cancellation fee.   

Yes!  All passengers traveling to the Bahamas must have a valid passport.  The expiration date must be good through your date of return to the United States.

You will need a valid U.S. resident card, a  U.S. Visa or ESTA  along with your passport.  If you are Canadian, you just need you Canadian passport.

All passengers should be at the airport no later than 45 minutes before the scheduled departure time.  Passengers must show their valid passport to the pilot before boarding.

The Beech-19 can accommodate up to 9 passengers.  Island Tyme Cargo will provide you with the total weight allowed for your flight prior to departure.  This will help you when it's time to pack for your trip.  See "What type of luggage can I bring?" for additional information.  Please keep in mind that you may run out of space before you reach the weight limit.  The weight limit will vary from flight to flight based on the airport you are flying into/out of, the weight of the passengers, and the number of passengers.  We cannot go over the weight limit for safety reasons, but we will do our best to fit everything on the plane.

Hard-shell suitcases can be difficult to load in the Beech-18 due to the small baggage compartment.  We recommend that you pack your items in "soft" luggage such as backpacks and duffle bags which are easier to put under seats.  We will provide you with the total luggage weight permitted before your flight.  

Yes! We would love to have you bring your dog (or cat) with you on your trip.  The Bahamas does have some regulations for pets so please be sure to check out the requirements by clicking HERE.

Bahamian law allows:  

1. Alcoholic Beverages not exceeding one quart of spirits and one quart of wine (Adults only),
2. Tobacco not exceeding one pound in weight or 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars (Adults Only).

For a list of prohibited and restricted items please click HERE.

The short answer is it depends on what it is. 

• Fruits, vegetables, meats and plants of any kind are NOT allowed to be brought back into the country.
• Coral (even dead pieces), sea fans, and/or driftwood are NOT allowed to be brought back into the country.
• Seashells ARE allowed as long as they were washed with bleach to kill any micro-organisms.  
• Conch and fish ARE allowed.  (10 lbs. per person)
• Lobster is allowed as long as they are more than 6 inches in length. (6 per person)