The right culture is the key to safety, service, and continuous success for an aviation unit. But, creating the right culture isn’t easy. It takes some training, plenty of time, and tons of trust between team members. The results can be amazing: improved attitudes, clearer communication, efficient collaboration, along with […]
In this episode, we’re on site in sunny Scottsdale, AZ to cover a common question: “How important is aircraft appearance to private jet owners and operators?” Jim Mathiasch of Jet Clean 360 talks today about how vital aircraft appearance is to protecting value (the dollars invested) and providing a more […]
When we think of business and corporate aircraft, we imagine luxury, comfort, quality, and tomorrow’s technology, today… all delivered in working order, on time, on or below budget. These images refer specifically to the private jet cabin. And, when it’s done correctly, passengers have a travel experience that surpasses all […]
A business aircraft represents one of the largest risk exposures for private aircraft owners and operators. This risk can be mitigated using industry best practices. But, sometimes incidents, accidents, and old fashioned bad luck still show up. When they do, having a bullet proof business aviation insurance strategy in place […]
In my business aviation career, I’ve personally noticed a link between more risk and having the wrong people involved in an owner’s or operator’s business aviation assets. Yet, we know from business, academia, and real-world reports… that keeping A-players promotes and produces a higher ROI. In business aviation that equates […]
During my time in business aviation, I’ve personally noticed a link between more risk and an organizational culture that does not value developing, motivating, and managing aviation talent. People development is a key element supporting the business and life success behind principals that own or travel on private aircraft. Yet, […]
In my business aviation career, I’ve personally noticed the link between more risk and the wrong people. What’s odd is that the people who can afford business aviation usually achieved such ability because they were experts at finding the right people to run things (their ventures, businesses, products, services, fortunes). […]
In this episode, we’re talking people. Specifically how well your people in aviation work together (or don’t) to protect you, your interests, and your asset(s). Do they collaborate? Or, are they divided? How do you know? And, what can you do to ensure synergy among your crewmembers? Since your airplane […]
Commuting between Los Angeles to San Francisco can be a real hassle… unless you’re a SurfAir Member! Today, CEO Wade Eyerly joins the show to share how his company SurfAir is helping Californians save time, grow relationships, drive their business’s economic engines, and still be home in time for little […]
In this episode Randy Brooks from APS Training joins us to talk about an important topic, reducing risk in your private aviation travel in the area of loss-of-control (LOC-I) flight. What is LOC-I flight? Simply put, loss-of-control (LOC-I) flight is the current #1 cause of aviation accidents. It occurs when an airplane […]
In this episode, you’ll learn why attitude in business aviation matters more than excellent equipment, top technology, and superior systems. And, we’ll cover the 3 attitude aspects responsible for more safety and more savings in your private jet ventures. Attitude Obstacles As important as attitude is in business and business […]
If you own or operate a business aircraft, then you’ve likely been approached about placing your private jet on charter. Essentially, charter is renting your entire aircraft to another party. But, the associated additional flight time from charter also adds hours to your airframe, wear and tear to your airplane, […]
Today Chris Doerr from Fairway Aviation talks to us about the Aircraft Cost Calculator. This tool helps private aircraft owners and operators determine actual costs of aviation before jumping in, or during operation (for financial forecasting and budgeting) of a private aircraft. Chris discusses Why knowing aircraft costs before going […]
Believe it or not, a private / business jet is a business. And, that business’s main product is time. It creates more time. More time equals more value in your life and in your business. So, to get maximum return from your “time business” (your jet)… that jet needs to be […]
Today you’ll learn 3 support systems your jet needs to make enjoying your private travels safer, simpler, and smoother… with less risk and more value. I’ll cover them because I just don’t see all 3 of these support systems inside of many private jet operations. So, the principals, partners, and […]
Should you own your private jet (vs. charter, lease, or jet card access)? Find out in this episode where you’ll learn the three factors to consider when considering jet ownership. Private Jet Ownership – Why? The first factor is actually a question. It goes like this: “What’s important about owning […]
In this episode, kind of our series on how to get access to a private jet, we’re going to talk to the people listening who own or lease a jet already and are considering charting that jet to other people. You’ll learn the pros and cons to making your jet […]
In this episode you’ll learn about leasing a jet, or part of a jet, through fractional ownership and jet cards. Robert James joins us to add perspective and expertise that will save you money and simplify the correct questions to ask when moving from the charter / rental private jet […]
Few people have the resources to fly privately. It’s an exclusive club, for sure. But for some emerging entrepreneurs and rising-star business executives, the barriers to entry for private jet travel have lowered, significantly. Today, one can rent a jet for a reasonable cost. But why rent? And, how exactly […]
In this episode you’ll learn three simple safety solutions you can use to reduce risk and increase safety for you, your people or family, and your private jet. Safety success in aviation is often compared to links in a chain. When all the links in a safety chain stay connected, […]
Maintaining your private jet matters when it comes to increasing value and reducing risk. But, how do you maintain your private jet? What do you need? And, what do you watch for when it comes to private jet maintenance so you, your people, or your family remain safe in the […]
Once the right equipment (airplane) is secured, the next step is finding suitable facilities to store and support your private jet. But, what matters most… and what should you look for in ground-based assets to increase value and reduce risk? This episode delivers candid answers to these questions. And, I […]
Too many private jet principals, partners, and passengers make the mistake of buying and relying on the wrong equipment. When this happens, expectations are not met… and everyone gets frustrated. In this episode you’ll learn three reasons why the right equipment matters so much: I’ll discuss how to match equipment […]
In this episode I review the “First Who” principal for your private jet ventures. This idea was popularized by Jim Collins in his book, “Good To Great.” But, why is it important to aviation? Simple. Because just like in your business, getting the right people and partners in your private […]
Private jet investment intent and policy (or lack of) can mean the difference in owning, operating, and flying on a private jet the right way… or the headache way. Get it right, and ROI goes up. Get it wrong, and you’re back on the airlines in no time… wasting time. […]
This episode dives into three business basics applied to private aviation for improving value and reducing risk. Learn how to turn these fundamentals into questions that can make owning, operating, and flying on private jets a successful venture vs. a giant headache. And, I’ll reveal the number one thing to […]
In this first episode, I discuss the premise of the show and define my unapologetic position on applying proven business principles to private aviation. And, I address the two most important success factors that are unknowingly overlooked by many who own, operate, and fly on private aircraft. I also review key […]
