This is a story that unfortunately I can not find the author for proper credit. I think it has great meaning. There was a King in a small country who was set to execute a prisoner. Before the execution, a Prince from a nearby country was traveling through the area and the King invited him…
DetailsHow to get the most out of your limited time at the NBAA static display. The NBAA convention has so many things to see, break out sessions and people to see it can be hard to stay on track. The static can even be more hectic with the many product offerings and often wait times…
DetailsHow old of a business jet aircraft is tooold? Older business jet aircraft are an interesting value proposition. It is important to understand a few terms to better understand values today, where they might go, and some background on the drivers. Physical Life—The number of years that a new property will physically endure before it…
DetailsWhere is the Legacy 500 going to fit in the market place? Embraer has done a good job of introducing new business jet aircraft in niches of the market. However, the competition has not been sitting still. In many cases the old classes have become more splitting of hairs than clear distinctions. The Legacy 500…
DetailsDo you need help buying your next jet aircraft? The answer is short and simple—YES. This is often the single largest capital expenditure of a company. It is an item that is not purchased on a regular basis, but only every few years or decade. If you are buying a jet, you need someone who…
DetailsWhen is the jet market going to get better is the $64 question and if you know the answer, you could make a fortune! Everyone wants to know, is this the new normal? I am sure you have read, as I have, the numerous reports that the turn around is next quarter or third quarter…
DetailsFor those who can afford a new jet, there is nothing quite like the experience of acquiring and operating a new jet plane. Having sold predominately new planes for 26 of my over 30 years in aviation, I can attest to the many visible and some of the less visible benefits to the new jet.…
DetailsHawker Beechcraft has received court approval to exit bankruptcy as a standalone company producing only prop aircraft as Beechcraft Corp. The court has also allowed HBC to discontinue warranty and support programs for the Hawker 4000 and Beechcraft Premier I/IA. What impact does the lack of warranty support and being out of production have on…
DetailsHawker Beechcraft has received court approval to exit bankruptcy as a standalone company producing only prop aircraft as Beechcraft Corp. How does being out of production affect Hawker jet aircraft? What potential impact will there be on service and second prices? There are a large number of Hawker series aircraft in service around the globe. …
DetailsIn light of the financial situation at Hawker Beechcraft I often get asked what is the real value of the Hawker jet products and what will their price be moving forward. Tough questions in any market. Much more tough with the current events. Lets look at this from both an owner’s and a future owner’s…
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