AvBuyer Magazine, Februray 2016
by Ken Elliott

Helping you understand the technology, integration and advances of aircraft avionics and equipage, Ken Elliott continues a five-part series on aircraft connectivity, this month with a review of providers and service…

In our introduction to aircraft connectivity, we began by showing how aircraft connect inbound and outbound to the external aviation community. For aircraft, connectivity may mean data associated with communication, navigation or surveillance. For example, the data shared with GPS positioning as navigation and ADS for surveillance can be considered as connectivity.

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Product Overview

The Cessna Citation Jet 1+ is a turbofan-powered light corporate jet built by Textron Cessna. It was developed as an improved version of the CJ1 with the ability to fly faster plus a 100 pound gross weight increase allowing it to carry more payload over greater distances.

As of January 2016, 53% of the Citation CJ1+ aircraft were purchased pre-owned by their current owners, the other 47% new. 8.8% are currently for sale, with the majority of those (78%) under an exclusive broker agreement. When for sale, the average number of days on the market is 453.

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David Dixon, President – Jetcraft Asia
Location: Hong Kong
[email protected]     +852 2178 1808

What are your responsibilities within the global Jetcraft team?

When I joined Jetcraft in 2012 I was happy to continue working in the Asia region since I have been based here for over 30 years. As President of Jetcraft Asia, the overall direction of sales in the Asia region is my responsibility. Although the region is very large, there are still less business aircraft in the region than in California. There is scope to grow, which is why Jetcraft is here.

Describe a typical day or week in your role.

Being 12 hours adrift timewise with the US and Europe means that I always wake to many emails. One advantage of the time difference is that answers can be forthcoming overnight enabling me to respond quickly to the needs of the day. A key portion of my time is spent looking for buyers that need an aircraft we represent, or sourcing an aircraft that meets the needs of a buyer I am working with. Being located in the region is a major plus – this is not a region where you can work through emails alone. Getting out to meet people is crucial and a major part of the working day.

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Languidly perched at the southernmost point in Europe, the island of Crete is an extraordinary destination. Magnificent mountain ranges, serene, white sanded beaches, warm seas and an ever present and lively nightlife make it a spellbinding location for holidaymakers from around the globe.

Distinguishing itself as something exceptional, Crete is a great deal more than just another Greek island. Known as ‘Megalónisos’ or the ‘Great Island’, Crete doesn’t feel water-locked at all, instead it has its own national identity, especially in the bigger towns along the more developed north coast.

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Product Overview

The Gulfstream G200 (formerly known as the Galaxy 1126) is a super-midsize medium-range twin-turbofan corporate jet.

As of November 2015, 65% of the G200 aircraft were purchased pre-owned by their current owners, the other 35%, new. 12.6% are currently for sale with the majority of those (74%) under an exclusive broker agreement. When for sale, the average number of days on the market is 326.

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AvBuyer Magazine, January 2016
by Ken Elliott

Helping you understand the technology, integration and advances of aircraft avionics and equipage, Ken Elliott begins a five-part series on aircraft connectivity, starting with an introduction and overview of this vast subject.

For the last several years, designers, developers, providers and integrators have each contributed enormously to a revolution in aircraft connectivity, both internal to the fuselage and externally to destinations throughout the world. We are: Read more →

Yildirim Demir, Sales Representative, Jetcraft
Location: Istanbul, Turkey
[email protected]     +90 532 616 5462

How long have you been at Jetcraft?

I have been working with Jetcraft for 2 years. I work with all customers in Turkey, assisting them with their aircraft sales or acquisition needs.

Describe a typical day or week in your role.

Every day is different. Sometimes I am on the phone, or sometimes I am going to meetings, but either way I am speaking with my customers. I am there to help them move through the steps of their sale or acquisition from beginning through closing.

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Product Overview

The Cessna Citation Ultra was an updated version of the original Citation V (Model 560). An updated Honeywell Primus 1000 avionics suite consolidated multiple displays and replaced standard analog flight instruments. The upgraded engines (Pratt & Whitney JT15D-5D turbofans) offered 145 more pounds of thrust per side, and were more efficient.

As of December 2015, all of the Citation Ultra aircraft in operation were purchased pre-owned by the current owners. 8% are currently for sale with more than half of those (63.6%) under an exclusive broker agreement. When for sale, the average number of days a Citation Ultra remains on the market is 364 days.

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Less than an hour’s hop from Kuala Lumpur lays a cluster of islands known as Langkawi, a tropical paradise famed for its crystal clear waters, pristine beaches and a flourishing jungle.  Idyllic and delightfully unspoiled, these enchanting 99 islands with their white sand beaches are simply some of Malaysia’s best.  And boasting a near-equatorial location, Langkawi enjoys warm weather year-round along the Straits of Malacca.  A perfect December getaway.

Approaching the Langkawi International Airport (LGK), the first glimpse visitors get is a promise for what’s yet to come. Dotted amidst the blue/green water, these verdant islands are a divinely enticing sight.  And although Langkawi is closer to Thailand than mainland Malaysia, it’s an ideal destination for those seeking downtime after conducting business in bustling Kuala Lumpur.  From its sandy bays to sweeping coastlines, the island’s beaches are beloved by travellers from across the globe. Read more →