Aspen Aero Group

OWN THE JET

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OWN THE JET dives deep into the world of private jet ownership, operations, and the private aviation lifestyle. Whether you're purchasing your first jet, managing a growing fleet, or simply passionate about aviation, this podcast gives you insider access to the conversations happening behind the scenes. We feature real owners, operators, and aviation leaders sharing their experiences, strategies, and lessons learned — from the flight deck to the boardroom. OWN THE JET - the official podcast of Aspen Aero Group. Website: https://www.aspenaerogroup.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspenAero...

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Own The Jet | Ep. 4: "Without logbooks, your jet could depreciate 50%." — Lisa Stewart, CAMP Systems 01.08.2025 26:05

In this episode of Own the Jet, we sit down with Lisa Stewart of CAMP Systems International to explore one of the most overlooked but essential parts of private jet ownership: maintenance tracking and logbook management. Lisa explains how missing or mismanaged logbooks can slash an aircraft’s value by up to 50%, and why proper documentation is just as important as engines or avionics. She walks us...

Own The Jet | Ep. 3: “The wrong transaction team can cost you millions” - Preston Holland, Prestige Aircraft Finance 18.07.2025 22:14

In this episode of Own the Jet, we sit down with Preston Holland of Prestige Aircraft Finance to unpack one of the most mission-critical pieces of any jet acquisition: financing strategy. Preston shares how buyers lose millions by assembling the wrong transaction team, why cash isn’t always king, and what lenders actually look for when evaluating aircraft deals. He breaks down common misconception...

Own The Jet | Ep. 2: “That bill... would bring back 100% bonus depreciation” - KJ McCarter, Aviation Tax Consultants 04.07.2025 21:42

In this episode of Own the Jet, we sit down with KJ McCarter of Aviation Tax Consultants to break down one of the most overlooked but most powerful advantages in private jet ownership: tax strategy. KJ walks us through how 100% bonus depreciation could return under new legislation, what that means for buyers in today’s market, and why working with an aviation-specific CPA is critical even if you a...

Own The Jet | Ep. 1: “The best position is a power position” - Wendy Stewart-Ormon, Aircraft Finance Corporation 19.06.2025 21:01

In this premiere episode of Own the Jet , we sit down with Wendy Stewart-Ormon of Aircraft Finance Corporation, a powerhouse in aviation lending, to talk about the one thing that separates serious buyers from everyone else: leverage. Wendy breaks down why even ultra-high-net-worth clients should get pre-qualified before ever stepping onto a jet, how financing becomes a power move instead of a fall...