Archive for July, 2009
Oshkosh Airshow Boeing A380 has hard landing.
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Citation II Price Reduced
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Fairway Aviation Group announced that it is offering a Citation II (sn 0304, reg. no. N42PH) for a newly reduced price of $999,000.
Highlights:
• Fresh Phase I-IV May 2009
• Complete Garmin Avionics Suite
• Part 135 Ready
• Gross Weight Increase
• Below Fleet Average Total Time
Download complete specifications or contact Fairway Aviation for more information.
Lear 45 and Lear 45XR Market Studies
Posted by: | CommentsFairway Aviation has been studying the Lear 45 and Lear 45XR markets for an exclusive client. Did you know that the BR engine modification can affect the resale value of a Lear 45 by $150,000? Or that relatively few Lear 45XR aircraft are available – just 9% of the fleet?
You can learn more about the resale values and aircraft for sale by downloading the Lear 45 Market Study and Lear 45XR Market Study, or contact Fairway Aviation for more details.
Beautiful Citation VII Available
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Optimize your business travel and enhance executive productivity with this exquisitely maintained Citation VII (S/N 650-7008; Reg. N678EQ). The owner is eager to sell and is realistic about today’s market conditions. All offers will be considered.
This luxurious aircraft offers non-stop travel to most business and pleasure destinations in North America and the Caribbean. The nine-passenger interior features light beige leather captain seats, a forward two-piece divan, and an enclosed lavatory with vanity. Seat tables are high-gloss walnut with leather inlay. (Download Citation VII specs.)
Additional features:
- Complete USA history since new
- Part 135 flown and maintained
- Optional APU
- MSP Gold on engines
- DVD with four individual Rosen monitors
- Excellent take-off performance fully loaded and fueled
- Flies directly to 43,000’ with enhanced fuel efficiency
- 2221 IFR non-stop statute mile range – 537 mph maximum cruise speed
- Dallas to Vancouver, San Jose to Nashville, Toronto to Toluca,
Milwaukee to Nassau - Cavernous 61 cubic foot external baggage compartment
For more information about the Citation VII, contact Fairway Aviation.
Citation VI and Citation VII Market Studies Available
Posted by: | CommentsFairway Aviation Group continues to analyze the business aircraft resale market using our unique Fairway Technologies. The average resale asking price for the Citation VI is $3,565,333 and for the Citation VII the average asking price is $4,659,000. Both averages reflect a significant drop in values since the end of 2008.
Download the Citation VI Market Study or the Citation VII Market Study to learn more. Or, request your own custom analysis from Fairway Aviation today!
Fairway Aviation Brochure Translated to Russian
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Recognizing the importance of global communication, Fairway Aviation has translated our company brochure and information sheet to Russian.
For company literature in other languages, please contact us at info@fairwayaviationgroup.com.
Citation III Market Study Available
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Fairway Aviation Group recently completed an analysis of the Citation III resale market, finding that 24% of the available fleet is for sale and that resale values have decreased by $800,000 since the end of 2008. Download the Citation III Market Study to learn more.
To see the full market study or to request a custom market study for the aircraft of your choice, call Fairway Aviation at 877.289.2538.
Fairway Aviation Adds Director of Marketing
Posted by: | CommentsFairway Aviation welcomes Candy Zimmer as Director of Marketing. Zimmer has more than ten years of experience as a graphic designer, art director and project manager, serving a wide range of companies and organizations, including business aviation.
“Even in difficult economic times, business aviation is a crucial tool to promote efficiency and effectiveness amongst corporations and small businesses,” said Zimmer. “I’m eager to help companies find the best aircraft available by providing customized, easy-to-understand market analyses.”
Zimmer will be responsible for implementing the Fairway Technologies approach to buying and selling business aircraft by combining new media and Internet-based technology with traditional sales tools.
“Candy’s emphasis on clear communication and interest in social media and new technologies will elevate Fairway Aviation’s profile in the business aviation industry,” said Chris Doerr, CEO. “Our clients will benefit from her exceptional service and attention to detail.”
Zimmer holds a B.F.A. in graphic communications and a B.A. in English from Washington University in St. Louis.
JetAmerica Suspends Sales, May Never Fly…
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Whether it’s the end of the road or not, you can’t deny it’s been a bumpy ride so far for Jet America. The public charter/ultra-low-cost carrier, which rose from the remains of Skybus, burst onto the scene with a promise of low prices, including sale fares from $9. Now, after postponing its July 3 launch, the airline announced it is suspending all sales and issuing refunds to customers, effectively shutting down the airline before completing a single flight.
So what happened? Here it is, straight from CEO John Welkie: “Finalizing the slots required to support our charter program at Newark has taken longer than expected and we have decided to suspend our operations in order to refocus on different markets.”
Basically, JetAmerica couldn’t nail down slots at its anchor airport. I’m no airline executive, but doesn’t that seem like something you’d want finalized before selling tickets, publishing a schedule, etc.?
At any rate, Welkie leaves JetAmerica’s future open-ended, saying he believes there is an unmet need for affordable service to secondary airports, and that JetAmerica could play a role in filling that space. But considering the failure of Skybus and JetAmerica’s false start, I’ll believe it when I see it.
SOURCE: SmartTravel.com Carl Unger
Sentient Jet Extends Partnership with PGA TOUR Through 2013
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PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla., Jul 01, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Sentient Jet, an official marketing partner of the PGA TOUR since 2006, has signed a four-year extension and will continue as the “Official Private Jet Provider of the PGA TOUR and Champions Tour” through 2013.
An industry leader in private jet membership, charter flights and fuel management services for aircraft owners, Sentient provides TOUR members with a number of benefits designed to fit the unique demands of a professional golfer’s travel schedule, including the flexibility to access a full range of jet sizes and categories to accommodate specific trip needs.
“Sentient Jet has been an outstanding partner of the PGA TOUR over the past four years, providing a valuable service to a growing number of TOUR members who have opted to use private aviation for the flexibility and security it provides,” said Tom Wade, Chief Marketing Officer of the PGA TOUR. “We are pleased to announce this four-year extension with Sentient and to continue to offer our members special services from the leader in private jet travel.”
“We are honored to continue our partnership with the PGA TOUR, an elite organization that shares our passion for excellence,” said Ed Lynch, Sentient’s Vice President of Sports Business Development. “Our Membership Program is extremely popular among the players because we offer a tremendous value and complete flexibility without the residual value risk and capital commitments associated with other private jet programs. We look forward to continuing to serve all the members of the TOUR community in the years ahead.”
Since pioneering the membership approach to private jet travel in 1999, Sentient Jet has established itself as a private aviation leader by offering non-capital, cost-effective private jet solutions with a renowned commitment to safety and service. Sentient Jet’s Membership Program is the most flexible and value-oriented approach to private aviation. Members enjoy access to premium executive-class aircraft with a guaranteed response time of as little as 10 hours anywhere in the continental United States. The Program features fixed one-way rates as well as Sentient’s unique Network Pricing feature. With Network Pricing, Sentient takes advantage of the efficiency of its certified operator network – the largest in the industry – to search for substantial savings on each client’s trip.
About Sentient Jet
Sentient Jet Membership arranges flights on behalf of clients through access to a strong network of certified operators and aircraft. Flights are conducted by FAR certified air carriers that exercise full operational control at all times. Operators approved to provide service for Sentient must meet all FAA safety standards and additional safety standards established by Sentient.
Sentient Jet Membership is a program of Sentient Flight Group, LLC, which is wholly-owned by Macquarie Global Opportunities Partners, L.P. (”MGOP”). MGOP, which acquired Sentient in 2008, is an investment fund managed by the Macquarie Group. Macquarie is a global provider of banking, financial, advisory, investment and funds management services. Macquarie is an owner and manager of significant assets around the world and its investment expertise includes deep experience in the aviation industry.
About the PGA TOUR
The PGA TOUR is a tax-exempt membership organization of professional golfers. Its primary purpose is to expand the PGA TOUR domestically and internationally so as to substantially increase player financial benefits while maintaining our commitment to growth in charity and integrity to the game.
In 2009, the PGA TOUR, Champions Tour and Nationwide Tour together will compete in 100 events offering more than $350 million in prize money. Tournaments will be held in 10 countries outside the U.S. and in 35 states.
In addition to providing competitive opportunities for its membership, TOUR events also generate significant funds for local charities. In fact, the three Tours have surpassed the $1 billion mark in overall charitable contributions. The PGA TOUR’s web site address iswww.pgatour.com and the company is headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL.
SOURCE: Sentient Jet
