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● Very light jets: Doug Cameron and Rohit Jaggi say claims for the new sector face a big test when deliveries start this year
● Security: Tighter controls are inevitable
● Embraer: The Brazilian manufacturer plans to match in business aviation its success with regional jets - -

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European surge helps set growth skyward

Business jet makers’ order books are bulging as the sector bounces back, says Kevin Done.

Air taxis: Radical model ready for its test

The new business travel sector that has been generated by very light jets will be launched early next year, says Doug Cameron.

Classification: Even experts confess confusion

Rohit Jaggi looks at the problem of jet categorisation.

Private flyer: Frugality defeated by style and fun

One venture capitalist has been won over by the convenience of jet membership, says Sarah Murray.

Very light jets: Cessna and Eclipse pave way in aviation goldrush

Deliveries in the new sector start this year, say Doug Cameron and Rohit Jaggi.

Security: Tighter controls fail to damp advantages

It is no longer possible for corporate flyers to just turn up and take off but they will still be ahead of airline flyers, says Sarah Murray.

US infrastructure: Battle lines drawn for American skies

Commercial airlines are pushing hard for business aviation to pay much more for air traffic services, says Doug Cameron.

New York: When biggest is not best

Two of New York’s local airfields stand out for business travellers eager to avoid airport queues, says Sarah Murray.

Embraer: Brazilian manufacturer aims to break into big league

The world’s leading maker of regional jets is spreading its wings, says Kevin Done.