The Rich Somers Report Breaking Down the Private Jet Game: Renting vs Owning | Captain Curt E401
Sep 20, 2025
Captain Kurt Marker, an experienced pilot and real estate investor, takes listeners on a thrilling journey through his aviation adventures. He shares gripping near-miss stories and discusses the intricacies of private jet ownership versus renting. Kurt also dives into the costs behind chartering jets and details the tonality of high-stakes flights for the elite. Additionally, he explores his transition from flying to investing in hospitality and commercial real estate, offering valuable insights for aspiring investors. A blend of adrenaline and savvy strategies awaits!
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Depressurization Over Mexico
- Kurt described a nighttime depressurization over Mexico that forced an emergency descent to 10,000 feet using oxygen masks and checklists.
- He isolated the failed computer, diverted toward water and safely recovered to Yuma then back to base.
Near Miss With A Skydiving Plane
- Kurt recalled a near-collision with a skydiving aircraft where separation closed to about 100 feet during approach into Oceanside/Carlsbad.
- The crew followed pull-up/turn alerts and avoided disaster at the last moment.
Sketchy Skydiving Job Interview
- Kurt told a story about interviewing for a skydiving pilot job and bringing a friend who nearly jumped under sketchy operations.
- He left the job after that unsafe experience and never flew that operator again.
