Honouring Tradition: Chartright and the Royal Winter Fair
The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair (RWF) is a cherished Canadian tradition that has celebrated excellence in agriculture, livestock, and equestrian sport for over a century. As one of the world’s most prestigious indoor agricultural and equestrian events, it continues to draw elite riders, remarkable horses, and passionate enthusiasts from across the globe.
Chartright is proud to sponsor this iconic event—specifically, the Jumping World Cup™ North American League competition—showcasing our shared commitment to performance, precision, and excellence.
For those attending the RWF, we offer tailored private aviation solutions designed to complement the sophistication and efficiency of the event itself. In this article, we’ll explore our partnership with the RWF and highlight why private jet travel has become an essential advantage within the equestrian community.
The FEI Jumping World Cup North American Circuit – A Continental Journey
Before reaching the competition final that takes place in Fort Worth, Texas, riders and teams attending the FEI Jumping World Cup can travel to several key destinations. They follow the 2025–2026 North American League calendar, which includes the following locations:
- Williamsburg, MI (Traverse City) – September 2025
- Upper Marlboro, MD (Washington) – October 2025
- Toronto, ON – November 2025
- Arcadia, CA (Los Angeles) – November 2025
- Thermal, CA – January 2026
- Puebla, Mexico – February 2026
- Ocala, FL (WEC) – February 2026
- Fort Worth, TX – April 2026
Private aviation makes it effortless for riders, owners, spectators, and RWF event goers to attend several events in Canada and North America. The private aviation services of aviation companies ensure that commercial and travel constraints are avoided and equestrian enthusiasts can make the most of their time at each event in the competition.
Flying in Style – The Chartright Advantage for Equestrian Travel
In many ways, Chartright’s private jet charter and world-class air travel services elevate the equestrian experience to new heights, enhancing the flexibility, convenience, and comfort of riders, teams, and eventgoers alike. Designed with the discerning equestrian community in mind, Chartright’s bespoke aviation solutions provide the following distinct advantages:
Flexibility
With fully customized flight schedules, Chartright Air Group empowers RWF riders, teams, and enthusiasts to align their travel perfectly with competition calendars. Whether flying between Washington, Toronto, Los Angeles, or Puebla, Mexico, clients enjoy seamless mobility—without the delays and unpredictability of commercial travel.
Convenience
Chartright’s private aviation network grants access to smaller regional airports located near event showgrounds. For those attending competitions in Thermal or Ocala, this means arriving closer to the venue—eliminating the need for lengthy ground transfers often required from distant commercial airports.
Comfort
Each Chartright aircraft features comfortable cabins tailored to the needs of riders, owners, and teams competing at the RWF. These serene environments provide the ideal space to rest, recover, and refocus between events, ensuring peak performance when it matters most.
Efficiency
By offering direct routes between major competition cities, Chartright removes the inconvenience of commercial layovers and complex travel logistics. The result is a faster, smoother, and more effortless journey from one event to the next.
At Chartright, we are committed to world-class excellence in every charter experience. Our dedication to precision, performance, and exceptional care mirrors the same values that define equestrian sport at its finest—as showcased at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair.
From Stable to Sky – How Do Horses Travel Internationally?
Chartright also understands that international travel for equestrian events includes riders, teams, and horses. The latter make their journey in specially designed aircraft stalls. They travel with professional grooms and veterinarians to ensure their safe transportation.
Horses must have equine passports, which record the identity of the horse and a detailed medical history. If this is lacking, the horse cannot leave the aircraft. Temperature controlled environments are a must, and the space should remain at 14º – 17ºC to prevent overheating.
They additionally need structured rest schedules, so between destinations, the horses will go through quarantine periods and then to a stable for a period of rest before they begin the next part of the journey. The length of each break will depend on the length of the entire journey.
To coordinate the safe arrival of the horses, specialized logistics companies assist with the quarantine periods. Equestrian logistics experts organize the entire journey, starting with the initial consultation to the hand over process to the flying grooms. They also arrange ground transportation to take the horses from the airport to the event.
Both riders and horses rely on specialized transportation – one in equine air stalls, the other in luxury jets available through Chartright. This ensures exemplary performance when the team arrives.
Connecting the Circuit – From Toronto to Fort Worth & Beyond
The FEI World Cup completes a journey. It makes its way from locations such as Toronto, Ontario, Canada through the North American circuit, with the final taking place in Fort Worth, Texas, USA. Chartright makes it easy for spectators and competing teams to move seamlessly between these major equestrian locations as it offers domestic and international charters.
Chartright additionally offers a range of bases and fleets Canada- and US-wide. This ensures travel between the competition’s cities is reliable and convenient; the bases ensure maintenance, aircraft management, and refuelling services are available for private jets when required.
Chartright and the RWF – A Shared Commitment to Excellence
At Chartright Air Group we are as committed to charter flight excellence and equestrian logistic support as the RWF and FEI is to preeminence in equestrian sport. Just as the FEI demands precision, preparation, and performance and is driven by passion and perfection, so too does Chartright strive for exemplary performance.
Chartright takes immense pride in supporting the equestrian legacy of Canada and is pleased to be a part of the FEI World Cup journey. Whether you’re traveling to the Royal Winter Fair in Toronto or following the World Cup circuit across North America, Chartright Air Group ensures your journey reflects the same elegance and excellence found in the sport itself. Contact Chartright to learn more about our commitment to preeminence in charter flight services to the FEI.
FAQs
How Long Can a Horse Stay Airborne without Health Difficulties?
A horse should only remain in the air for a maximum of 13 hours. For long haul flights that cross multiple time zones, technical stopovers are essential. This can help the grooms hydrate and monitor the horses, which minimizes health risks during the charter flight.
How Long Does it Take to Arrange for a Horse to Travel by Air?
The process required to arrange for a horse to travel by air takes at least two weeks, because health and logistics formalities need to be taken care of. Allow two to four weeks when booking a private aircraft charter service in this context. However, you can register for an express solution to speed up the arrangement processes.
What Services Can be Included in a Charter Flight to the FEI World Cup?
Examples of services that can be included in a charter flight to the FEI World Cup include hospitality packages, ground transportation, concierge support at all hours, quiet, private cabins, and more bespoke services.
