Introduction to the First Edition

Why This Book Was Written

This book was written as a consequence of 13 years spent helping individuals and companies to choose the types of aircraft they needed to fulfill their on-demand air transportation needs and to evaluate their flight departments. Certain central themes and patterns of success in business aviation operations have emerged over the years, ideas that I felt should be shared with those desiring to engage in on-demand air transportation.

Finding the Right Aircraft and Method of Delivery

The advantages of having one’s own aircraft are evident—creating your own travel schedule, time saved, security, and the ability to go many places that the airlines cannot are all compelling reasons to use ...

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