I was asked to write an article for a leading European Aviation Magazine; This is a preview for my Blog follower: Once upon a time men of steel flew their loud 3 hole jets fast and proud. We would takeoff pass through 10,000 feet roll the nose over accelerate to the barber pole and stay there Read more about Fuel Savings[…]
This is an excerpt from: ” A Guide to Sales Success in a Challenging Economy; Six Things You Should Know About Selling Your Aircraft” that I contributed to. The entire guide is available for download at Taylor Greenwood Photography’s website. Introduction – What sells a Private Jet or Helicopter? An aircraft will sell itself, if Read more about Six Things You Should Know About Selling Your Aircraft[…]
Above are Gulfstream 650 exterior rendings by one of the IAS design team. The IAS team of “World Class” designers can help you with your Gulfstream 650. We also have the operational expertise to help with selecting the options and negotiate the contract. Prior to meeting your friendly Gulfstream sales person contact IAS ,we can Read more about Gulfstream 650[…]
Having been in the aviation industry for over 30 years as an aviation department manager, major airline captain, aircraft completion consultant and President of Integral Aviation Solutions Inc, I feel uniquely qualified to discuss the completion or conversion process of an airliner into a “Flying Home”. Long before Boeing was producing the Boeing Business Jet Read more about Creating a “Flying Home”: By Capt. Ivan Klugman[…]
I recently had a causal inquiry in regard to a Gulfstream III. I personally have no issues with those wishing to preserve capital and purchase an older airframe. In many cases in fact this can make economic sense. During the course of my first conversation with this prospect, I learned he once soloed and now Read more about The 1.3 million dollar Gulfstream III ??[…]
A sports team’s talent is their most precious asset. These days airlines are going bankrupt and losing money. Does it make sense to entrust this asset to a for profit company whose primary concern is mere survival? The shrinkage in the airline industry has placed many former airliners on the market. These aircraft can be Read more about Professional Sports Team Aircraft: acquisition through operations[…]
Pre-owned Learjet can be converted into high performance, fuel sipping business tools for a fraction of the cost of a new aircraft. The “IAS Express” modification of Learjet 35/36 and 31 series aircraft increases speed, range and useful load while reducing operating costs. They can be operated out of small airports at higher altitudes to Read more about Integral Aviation Solutions Inc launches the “IAS Express” Learjet[…]
There are many fine completion centers available however the one ingredient that will bring their performance up several notches is having an onsite project manager who works for the aircraft owner. When I refer to completion process I’m including “green” as well as refurbishment projects. While the industry trend had been moving in favor of Read more about Kicking up the Quality of your Aircraft Completion / Refurbishment project[…]
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RVSM This photo was taken on North Atlantic tack “C” a couple of days ago. I thought those of you who are wondering why we are so critical about our altimeter calibrations and RVSM compliances issues would like to see what a 1000 foot separation looks like. Ivan Klugman ivan@inavsol.com www.inavsol.com www.headofstateaircraft.com