Delta, Wheels Up & A Huge Shot in the Arm: The State of Business Aviation

<p>The frothiness of the covid market in business aviation may be in the rearview mirror, but that doesn’t mean the space has slowed down. We’ve certainly come down from the rabid highs, but we’re still hovering above pre-pandemic levels in terms of activity. </p> <p> </p> <p>From the Wheels Up/Delta deal to competition in big cabin jets and pilots, there’s a lot happening in the market. What does this activity tell us about the health of and outlook for business aviation? Can we expect more competition between manufacturers?</p> <p> </p> <p>In this episode, aviation industry strategist, Forbes contributor, and the founder of BRiFO, Brian Foley gives us an update on business aviation trends in 2023.</p> <p> </p> <p>Guest Bio</p> <p> </p> <p>Brian Foley is an aviation industry strategist, Forbes contributor, and the Founder of Brian Foley Associates (BRiFO). Foley formed the consultancy Brian Foley Associates (BRiFO) in 2006 to help aerospace firms and investors with strategic research and guidance. Previously he was Marketing Director at Dassault Falcon Jet for 20 years. His career began at Boeing as a flight test engineer and marketing manager. He serves the Transportation Research Board as a member of the business aviation and helicopter subcommittees. He earned a Series 7 General Securities Representative license and is an instrument-rated private pilot. As a <a href='https://www.forbes.com/sites/brianfoley1/?sh=692b576b2c2e'>Forbes.com contributor</a> and <a href='https://www.avbuyer.com/articles/author/brian-foley'>AvBuyer Editor-Market Intelligence</a>, thoughts are shared on the aviation segment. A dual BS degree in aerospace and mechanical engineering from Syracuse University and an MBA from Seattle University are held. He completed Wharton’s Executive Education Program in Corporate Governance and is available for non-executive industry director roles.</p> <p> </p> <p>To find out more, visit <a href='https://www.brifo.com/'>https://www.brifo.com/</a></p> <p> </p> <p>Learn More About Your Host:</p> <p> </p