BizJet Shipments, Sales Continue Slide In Q1

By Kerry Lynch .
WASHINGTON .

The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) today reported the first quarterly positive increase in piston aircraft shipments since the fourth quarter of 2006. While an encouraging sign for the industry – piston aircraft shipments have long been considered a leading indicator – the quarterly shipment report revealed a still-struggling market, with business jet shipments down 22% and unit sales overall down nearly 20% in the first quarter ...

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