Last Updated: May 16, 2012

Article Archive — Commercial & Business Aircraft

A Call to Action
NBAA Responds to White House ‘Turbulent’ Tax Talks

National Business Aviation Association president and CEO Ed Bolen has navigated the organization through industry highs and lows since he assumed the post in 2004. Today, facing a slow and unsteady economic recovery and proposed Washington policies that could harm the industry, Bolen has mobilized the NBAA’s membership to educate politicians, the media and the general public about the contributions of business aviation to the United States.
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Published September 2011  

Teal Group’s Business Jet Overview
Unprecedented Bifurcation, Signs of Life

After suffering from apocalyptic numbers in 2008 and 2009, the business jet market spent 2010 and 2011 (so far) convalescing, but with few signs of a complete recovery. Key economic health indicators are sending mixed messages, and the fundamental market trend signs remain depressed. However, there are hopeful prospects for a deliveries recovery in 2012.
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Published September 2011  

Increasing Corporate Profits to Stormy Skies Over Washington Send Mixed Signals

Seasoned industry analysts noted that various dynamics continue to impact the business aviation sector. On one hand, profits are on the rise and corporate jet utilization has been steadily rising. On the other, Washington policies have sparked new debates as industry advocates stepped up to object to proposed actions. As some storms subside and others [...]

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Date Posted September 28, 2011  

The Corporate Jet Market in Turbulence
Are Better Times Ahead?

The year of 2009 turned out to be one of the toughest years the corporate aviation industry had ever experienced. The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) reported that only 870 new business jets were delivered that year, a drop of 33.7%. Expressed in dollar terms, total sales were $19 billion, down $3 billion (14%) from 2008’s record year. 
Are better times ahead?
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Published November 2010  

Banc of America Corporate Aircraft Finance Spreads Its Wings

The Monitor recently sat down with Banc of America Leasing’s Michael Amalfitano, who discussed the state of corporate aircraft finance and what the company sees in its future. When it comes down to it — it’s all about having the right people doing the right jobs and an integrated and well-executed strategy. Simply said, it’s about structure, strategy and staff.
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Published September 2007  

Teal Group Forecasts Growth in Its World Aircraft Overview

This overview is designed to provide a comprehensive look at the business of building aircraft. The numbers are drawn from Teal Group’s market and program forecasts, so this represents the top of the Civil Aircraft Briefing and World Military “forecast pyramid.” All value figures are given in 2006 dollars.
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Published May 2007