As a corporate pilot, I never had anything else to fall back on so I needed a plan B. Flying all around the globe—especially to Africa, China, Russia, and India—I gained knowledge on how to get permits, secure the cheapest fuel, obtain necessary data from airports, and navigate the safest routes. This was around 2005 when smartphones weren’t prevalent, and information wasn’t readily available. I often thought about what I could do if something happened to my health and I couldn’t pass the medical exams required for flying.
Demand for private jets is booming as time-poor senior executives look for a more reliable way to travel, says Nick Easen
Private jet travel is back in the news after the Chancellor of the Exchequer announced, in the Budget, that there will be a hefty 50% rise in air passenger duty from 2026 for flights on these types of aircraft. However, this is not deterring individuals and...
