After the cost of the aircraft itself, fuel is likely to be the single largest expense of any business aviation operator. So using every opportunity to buy at a cheaper price, or to use less, is vitally important at a time when the industry is under stress.

Air Alsie's Falcon 2000 reflects today's realities that a rising number of business jet operators and their clients want the same capabilities in their aircraft cabin as they enjoy in their office on the ground.

ARINC Direct, which supplies flight planning and support services to business aviation, is developing bespoke packages for charter aircraft and looking to expand markets in Europe and the Middle East.