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Trusts, Estate Planning and the Family Jet

April 22nd, 2009

When a high-net worth family or individual is purchasing a jet that will be flown primarily for personal use, it can be useful to consider at the outset how the structure of the ownership and operation of the aircraft fits within the estate plan of the owner.

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Jet Costs Under Control

April 1st, 2009

Many individuals who own corporate jets are looking to minimize costs by selling hours to friends.   Some potential options include obtaining a charter certificate, joint ownership, dry leasing and time sharing. 

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General Aviation Security

January 23rd, 2009

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on October 30,2008 that proposes new security requirements for all aircraft with a maximum take off weight of more than 12,500 pounds.  The large aircraft security program (LASP) would also impose additional security requirements on airports that serve large aircraft.

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