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Driving Engine Maintenance Economics via the GA Telesis Ecosystem By Jason Reed

Having the pleasure of working in the aviation environment for nearly 30 years has undoubtedly taught me about the cyclical trends we see each year in the life of the airline industry.  However, it is the innovations that are introduced during these cycles that have a lasting impact on the success of the industry as a whole. Regardless, there is a constant search for growth, balance, consistency in load factors, and matching operational requirements that… Read more

Redefining Commercial Aircraft “Mid-Life” Assets: Emphasizing Maturity and Proven Value By Marc Cho

In the fast-paced and dynamic world of commercial aviation investment and finance, the terminology used to describe an asset class or segment can have meaningful implications. One commonly used term, “mid-life aircraft,” often carries connotations that fail to accurately reflect the value, performance, and economic potential of these assets versus some undefined age metric, typically an asset over 12 years of age. It’s time for the industry to shift its narrative and recognize these assets… Read more

Conquering Self-Doubt: It’s Not About Surviving – It’s About Thriving By Abdol Moabery

Throughout my career, I’ve faced plenty of high-pressure situations—making life-altering decisions, leading complex negotiations, and even serving in the military. But the moment I felt the most nervous might surprise you. It wasn’t during a significant business deal or a critical decision like quitting my job to start GA Telesis just a year after getting married and a month after my son was born. I was most nervous when I gave a commencement speech at… Read more

The Distinct Paths of Business Owners and Entrepreneurs: A Deep Dive into the Curse of a Mind That Never Shuts Off – By Abdol Moabery

I am constantly asked about my view on entrepreneurship.  So, I think it is important to make an important distinction first. In the world of commerce, the terms “business owner” and “entrepreneur” are often used interchangeably, yet they represent distinct mindsets and approaches to creating and sustaining ventures. Understanding these differences can illuminate the unique challenges each faces, particularly the entrepreneur’s relentless pursuit of continuous innovation, improvement, and expansion. The Business Owner: A Steady Hand… Read more

Coast 2 Coast – Across Ireland on 2 Wheels / By Justin Lambourne

I have always enjoyed cycling, its sense of nostalgia takes me back to being a child roaming the streets on my BMX during the endlessly rainy school holidays (I grew up in the UK, remember). Its shared history with aviation inspires me, the Wright Brothers were bike mechanics that learnt to fly (one of the Wright Brothers innovations – the left-handed pedal thread, is still used on almost all bikes today). In the golden ages… Read more

Companies can gain success across all industries with smart but simple logistics strategies. It is crucial for every business transporting goods to select a freight forwarder that offers reliable service and innovative technology to support it. Competitive advantages empower supply chains to differentiate and achieve efficient operational excellence for sustainable growth. On-time logistics with complete visibility enables you to meet and exceed your clients’ expectations. Partnering with a best-in-class freight forwarder to support aerospace logistics… Read more

Green-Time Engine Leasing by Eddo Weijer

What I love about our industry and GA Telesis is that they are global and dynamic! What I dislike is its cyclical nature.  In Q1 of 2020, I was feeling perhaps, that cycles were a thing of the past and that our industry was headed towards new perpetual growth horizons.  Then, when you least expect it, a pandemic caused global aviation traffic to decline 65.9%. However, change is the law of life, and change offers… Read more

USM Evolution During a Growing Part-Out Fleet 2021 and Beyond / by Alex Tuttle

A key aspect of selling USM (Used Serviceable Material) starts with the price point.  Some would say that it’s everything, but those who look deeper know that it’s not.  Because of the lack of perfect information, the simple task of determining a price based on supply and demand is never easy.  That job just became infinitely more difficult with the COVID-19 downturn.  An unimaginable number of aircraft are currently parked, creating myriad aircraft and engine… Read more

Aircraft Valuations: What’s the Secret Sauce? / By Marc Cho

During an interview for a summer internship before my senior year at college, an investment banker asked me to sum up investment banking in one word. As a naive and uninformed undergrad, I didn’t have a good answer so I replied, “finance.” He told me the better answer was, “value”. He said the goal of any investment banker was to determine value – of a company, an asset, a contract, and anything else that can… Read more

Follow Your Passion / By Mark Luginbill

There is the saying, “Do what you love and you’ll never have to work a day in your life.”  It sounds a lot like me because I feel blessed to have worked my entire career in the most exciting industry I can think of – aviation. As I reflect on my professional journey, I think of all the big and small influences that led me down this path. Growing up in a small Midwest town,… Read more