Pete Agur, Jr.
Pete Agur, Jr. is chairman/founder of The VanAllen Group, a management consulting firm specializing in the business of business aviation. With an MBA and a BS in Aeronautical Sciences, he is an NBAA Certified Aviation Manager.
Who’s the Boss?
“We don’t worry while riding in the back of our aircraft. Our pilots are competent. If they’re safe, we’re safe.” – Executive
“I don’t get...
Are You “Safe”?
Are you safe? Just because you arrive at your destination with no damage to you, your passengers, or your aircraft, does not necessarily mean...
Safety Guards
Aircraft owners and executives directly contribute to aviation risks. They do it day-to-day, flight-by-flight. They do it actively, passively, overtly, and through neglect.
As a...
The Graceful Goodbye
Your pilots and technicians are the best of the best. Or not. The fact is that 80% of professionally flown aircraft accidents are caused...
Set Up for Success
“You set Bill up to fail. Without some significant changes, your next Aviation Manager will fail, too.”
Having to deliver these harsh words to a...
Creating Your New Flight Department
Imagine this conversation between a first-time aircraft buyer and a consultant, which describes how to establish an in-house flight department:
Buyer: My Board recommended we...
The Fabled Pilot Shortage
Predicted for years but postponed until recently, the severe pilot shortage now is upon us.
With the economy improving, the stock market up, and healthier...