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The hectic fourth quarter for US private jet transactions is becoming even busier with the news that 100% bonus depreciation will drop to 80% from January 1st 2023. But the rush to close deals ahead of the deadline could lead some buyers to skip due diligence, such as pre-purchase inspections (PPI), according to brokers consulted by Corporate Jet Investor.

Many buyers have been forgoing it in the hot current market, but this critical transaction step appears ready for a comeback.

Many buyers have been forgoing it in the hot current market, but this critical transaction step appears ready for a comeback.

Nothing is certain except death and taxes. That was the view of Benjamin Franklin back in 1789, and while a lot has changed since then, his truth lives on. When Covid-19 hit, another certainty emerged: that the phrase ‘unprecedented times’ would be thrown around at least once a day, echoing across news channels and elsewhere. … Continue reading "Death, taxes and (private jet) maintenance"

Business aviation’s chances of a soft landing after the boom of the past two years stand at 40%, according to Ford von Weise. The global head aircraft finance, Citi Private Bank, gave delegates at yesterday’s CJI Town Hall three scenarios for the industry post-boom: “[Scenario] one, a robust future, what we might call as business … Continue reading "CJI Town Hall: Industry experts predict soft landing"

During an NBAA News Hour webinar, leaders noted the "frenzied" market carrying into 2022, wage hikes, increased backlogs, and lack of inventory.

New-to-bizav buyers have upended the market.

With the number of for-sale preowned-aircraft shrinking, shoppers are increasingly considering the purchase of new jets.With the number of for-sale used ai

Driving a bargain Aircraft supplies are running out The skills needed to trade second-hand cars and business jets are very different. Getting a complicated aircraft transaction to close is very different to convincing a forecourt visitor to commit. This is not to diminish what successful car dealers do (especially as a significant number are business aircraft owners). But despite these differences, both groups are starting to face the same issue. A shortage of product. “It is a wild ride righ...

10 Steps to a Successful Airplane Purchase It’s a complex process, but these tips can make it a bit simpler while increasing the chances that all will go well. October 2020 So, you’ve decided to buy a factory-new airplane. Congratulations. Now the decision-making begins. Purchasing a new airplane can be even more complicated than designing and building a luxury home. But don’t be deterred. Following these 10 simple steps will help you maximize the productivity and enjoyment you get from y...