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Devri Pitts, Independent Association Director, NARA

How long have you been at your current organization?

I started working for NARA (National Aircraft Resale Association) in the Fall of 2004.

What are your responsibilities within your organization? 

I am the Independent Association Director. I work closely with the NARA Board and Products & Services Member Advisory Council to provide Association management, membership services, and administrative support. I also plan NARA meeting functions and to oversee and coordinate NARA’s marketing efforts.

Describe a typical day or week in your role.

Each day I communicate with our Board of Directors on current action items, whether that be marketing initiatives, upcoming meetings, committee organization, or Association management details. I also handle the day-to-day member communications including responding to membership inquiries and current member requests, as well as the day-to-day finances that keep the Association humming.

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Product Overview

The Hawker 900XP keeps many of the distinguishing features of the Hawker 850XP such as the winglets, Proline 21 avionics and cabin design. It’s upgraded engines allow it to climb more efficiently and give it an increased range. The inspection interval for the Hawker 900XP’s engines is 6,000 cycles, a marked improvement over the 4,660 cycle inspection interval of the engines on the Hawker 850XP.

As of February 2016, 39% of the Hawker 900XP aircraft were purchased pre-owned by their current owners, the other 61% new. 13.1% are currently for sale with the majority of those (87.5%) under an exclusive broker agreement. When for sale, the average number of days on the market is 183.

Brief History

The Hawker 900XP, the newest version of the Hawker 800/800XP mid-sized business jet, received type certification in August 2007. In creating the Hawker 900XP, the Hawker series had been stretched, its wings had been modified, and it was now powered by very advanced, efficient turbofan engines. Production ended in 2012 following completion of 183 deliveries.

Worldwide Appeal

There are 183 Hawker Beechcraft 900XP aircraft in operation today. Most of these are owned outright (171) with 16% currently leased. North America has the largest percentage of Hawker 900XP aircraft (63%), followed by Asia (16%) and Europe (11%).

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Written by Chris Brenner, Jetcraft’s former Sales Director, North America – Upper Midwest

The business aviation industry continues to show signs of recovery after years of recession, but it is modest and mixed. Operators continue to focus on larger-cabin aircraft classes, ranging from super mid-size through ultra long-range, which are expected to account for the majority of transactions for new business jets in the near term. Deals being executed in North America, Europe and Asia are leading the majority of the industry’s resurgence.

The most significant drivers of growth for large, long-range business jets sales throughout these regions include GDP growth, fleet replacement, and the expansion and most importantly the globalization of international business and commerce into developing regions. For example, Chinese business activities continue to grow in Africa, with investments in the continent’s mining and agriculture sectors. Chinese investors and corporate leaders are turning to long-range business jets to travel to southern Africa and conduct their business in the most efficient way, as we already have seen an increase of new Global 5000 and 6000 deliveries. Such continued wealth creation, coupled with aviation infrastructure development, is expected to accelerate the use of long-range business aircraft dramatically from levels seen today.

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Product Overview

The Citation Excel is combination of Cessna technologies and designs with a shortened Citation X stand-up fuselage and a lengthened Citation V wing. The Excel’s PW545A engines make it faster than the V Ultra and give it a higher MGTOW and a longer range. The Cessna Citation Excel (Model 560XL) was the original version of the Excel series of aircraft. It was designed to compete in the more traditional twin-turboprop market.

As of March 2016, 80% of the Citation Excel aircraft were purchased pre-owned by their current owners, the other 20% new. 6% are currently for sale with the majority of those (86%) under an exclusive broker agreement. When for sale, the average number of days on the market is 313.

Brief History

The first flight of a prototype Citation Excel was on February 29, 1996. The series began production in 1998 and was replaced by the Citation XLS in 2004 following completion of 371 deliveries.

Worldwide Appeal

There are 369 Citation Excel aircraft in operation today. Most of these are owned outright (301) with 12% currently leased. North America has the largest percentage of Citation Excel aircraft (78%), followed by Europe (9%).

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Jahid Fazal-Karim, co-owner and chairman of the board at Jetcraft, discusses the private aviation sector, how it’s being impacted by China’s slowdown and the prospects for private aircraft. Read more →

Jennifer Jewett, Senior Financial Analyst, Jetcraft
Location: Raleigh, NC, USA
[email protected]     +1 919 941 8400

What are your responsibilities within the global Jetcraft team?

I started my Jetcraft career in July 2013. In my role as Senior Financial Analyst, I am responsible for the worldwide accounting and financial reporting aspects of the company. I provide support to the CFO for a variety of accounting matters, including policies and procedures.

Describe a typical day or week in your role.

No day is ever the same. My work tasks vary each day based on the needs of the business. I may have a plan to accomplish something specific when I get to the office, but it may be delayed if I receive urgent requests for financial analysis.   I enjoy being able to support the staff and management team with any financial requests that they have.

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Phuket, an island of stunning mountainous beauty in the Andaman Sea is often synonymous with idyllic beaches and palm-lined shores but is also a world class destination for some of the best in Asian culture, food and hospitality.

Away from the famously soft sand of the western shores, Phuket plays host to one of Thailand’s most important Buddhist temples, Wat Chalong. The temple, which is the island’s spiritual centre, features beautiful interiors lined with hundreds of tiny mirrors casting infinite reflections which change with the seasons. On special holidays, Wat Chalong becomes inundated with bustling country fairs where local flavours converge on the site to dazzle visitors with taste and colour, offering the very best Thai gastronomy.

It’s no surprise Phuket is fast becoming a premiere luxury destination. A favourite of celebrities, a number of famous faces have purchased residences on the island. Phuket’s transition from tourist trail mainstay to exclusive style gives travellers a growing range of new and old experiences to enjoy.

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Product Overview

The Hawker 800XP is a variant of the Hawker 800. It offers improved payload capabilities, enhanced performance and updated systems.

As of January 2016, 81% of the Hawker 800XP aircraft were purchased pre-owned by their current owners, the other 19%, new. 11.9% 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 383.

Brief History

The 800XP replaced the Hawker 800 in 1995. Production ended in 2005 following completion of 426 deliveries.

Worldwide Appeal

There are 421 Hawker 800XP in operation today. Most of these are owned outright (388) with 8% currently leased. North America has the largest percentage of Hawker 800XP aircraft (75%), followed by Asia (10%) and Europe (7%).

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Laetitia Roch, former Sales Engineer, Jetcraft
Location: Geneva, Switzerland

How long have you been at Jetcraft?

I started working for Jetcraft in October 2012 so it has been over three years. As a Sales Engineer I contribute to my Sales Directors success by offering them the technical support needed to best serve their clients.

Describe a typical day or week in your role.

Before hitting my desk, I usually have a glass of warm water with vinegar and honey whilst mentally reviewing my workload for the day (it is actually quite good!). ­During a week, my workload varies from day to day but I am always helping my team. Sometimes I have the chance to travel abroad to help with a viewing, which brings some enjoyable variation to my usual daily routine.

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