Jets & Planes
Deciding Between Fractional Ownership of an Aircraft or Leasing
Many of the large fractional jet providers also offer a leasing option. Which one is better for you depends on personal circumstances including investment plans and actual travel needs. SherpaReport talked to some leading providers and advisers to get some...
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The Costs to Own and Operate a Falcon 7X
The Dassault Falcon 7X took its first flight in 2005, and was first delivered to a customer in 2007. This large cabin business jet has a range of almost 6,000 nm. Here’s a breakdown on…
How to Compare Jet Cards
Private jet cards have become increasingly popular. There are a variety of providers who issue the cards and each issuer has somewhat different features. So it is important to spend a little time comparing what…
New Business Jet Sales Drop in 2016
Sales data from the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) shows deliveries in 2016 were lower than for several years. The annual databook reported 661 new business jets sold worldwide in 2016 compared to 718 unit…
Destination Clubs
Equity Estates Launches Fund Three
With two luxury residence funds under its belt, Equity Estates has just launched a third fund that invests in large, spacious vacation homes.
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Equity Residences Adds Rosemary Beach Home
The Platinum Fund, from this equity destination club, has added a new 5-bedroom beach home for their investors.
Seven Years And $840,000 Worth Of Vacations With Equity Estates
“Luxury Residence Fund” Equity Estates allows members to enjoy beautiful homes around the world, while also sharing ownership in the company’s portfolio of properties. Locations include Canada, the US, and…
Solstice Collection Update
The economic ups and downs of the past decade created various upheavals in the destination club market. Some clubs failed to make it through the downturn, some evolved and other…
Jet Cards
How to Compare Jet Cards
Private jet cards have become increasingly popular. There are a variety of providers who issue the cards and each issuer has somewhat different features. So it is important to spend a little time comparing what is available and choosing the one that best suits your...
Read moreHoliday Jet Card Special Offers 2015
‘Tis the season when Jet Card companies produce special offers on their products. These can range from lower buy in hours – think 5 hour jet cards – or special…
Magellan Jets Announces New Build-A-Card Program
For customers looking for a more customized solution for their next jet card, Magellan Jets has just announced a new "Build-A-Card" program. The system allows customers to choose their own…
Sentient Reports More Than 4,000 Jet Card Holders
In announcing results for last year, Sentient Jet saw key metrics rise to levels not seen since 2008. The company sold over 32,000 hours in 2013, which is the equivalent…
Fractional Jets
Deciding Between Fractional Ownership of an Aircraft or Leasing
Many of the large fractional jet providers also offer a leasing option. Which one is better for you depends on personal circumstances including investment plans and actual travel needs. SherpaReport talked to some leading providers and advisers to get some different perspectives.
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Deciding between Fractional Aircraft vs Whole Ownership of a Plane
If you're weighing up whether to buy your own private aircraft or whether to buy a fraction, the simplest advice you'll hear is how much do you fly? But this…
Overview of Fractional Shares in Light Jets
There are several providers of fractional light jet programs and between them these providers offer a variety of aircraft. Here's an overview and comparison of some of the key aspects of…
Primer on Fractional Aircraft Contract Documents
So, you've met with the salesperson, been dazzled by the fancy brochures and decided that you're in—you're going to buy a fractional jet share. What's next?
Whole Aircraft Ownership
How To Select A Broker to Help Sell Your Jet Aircraft
It always amazes me just how many people are caught out when they make the decision to sell their aircraft, but when you look at the array of specialists offering to support the sales process, it is hardly surprising. It’s often said that in excess of...
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Seven Mistakes When Buying An Aircraft
Acquiring your own aircraft takes some thought and planning. If you know what you’re doing and have a good team to help you, the process can go fairly smoothly. But…
The Market Factors That Affect Aircraft Demand
Numerous factors affect the market for used business jets. This article reviews some of the major drivers and explains how they are affecting the current market.
A Step-by-Step Guide to Buying an Aircraft
People buy aircraft for a variety of reasons. Both emotions and logic can come into play in making a big purchase decision like this, but as with any major investment…
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