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The Way He Flew His Plane
On the tenth anniversary of Frank Sinatra's death, ladies and gentlemen, we present a very good Lear.

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Terry Bradshaw talks about being a Private Air cover boy.

EVENTS
Valuation of Early-Stage Technologies
This seminar will unveil the application of the Competitive Advantage Valuation (CAV) method of valuing embryonic technologies and patents.
Date: Aug 25
City: Atlanta
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August/September 2008

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The Reason Your Daughter Just Stole this Magazine
Meet one of the most famous standup comedians and actors in America. You have more in common than you might think.

The Grape Beyond
How to improve on the classic, early fall California wine country road trip? It starts up here.

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The Way He Flew His Plane
In this exclusive, Private Air tracks down the most storied aircraft of the private-jet age. On the tenth anniversary of Frank Sinatra's death, ladies and gentlemen, we present a very good Lear.

Dive, Matey!
Just off the far end of the Outer Banks, in a mere 25 feet of churning surf, lie the remains of the most notorious pirate ship in history. Visit if you dare. But better go now before it's too late.
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May/June 2008
It's Flay!
As in Bobby, TV's friendliest food phenom, NetJets' most loyal nonpaying customer and a man on the verge of a jet card.

Trip of a Lifetime
Turns out the finest way to fly around the world in 80 days is to make it in 70.

South Africa
He's perhaps the best bush pilot in Africa, the one who teaches the other fliers -- and the occasional writer -- how it's done. But when he has a midlife crisis, it's a doozy.
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PA.05 march cover 120x145 The Fast Times of Steven Tyler
Feb/March 2008
Stream On
Aerosmith's Steven Tyler has been flying high (sometimes in more ways than one) for close to 40 years. Now, just back from the band's most sweeping tour to date, the loyal Gulfstream customer explains what makes him the most down-to-earth superstar in rock.

Return of the Goose
It was one of the most famous planes ever made, the archetypal mid-century flying boat that ferried Hemingway, Harriman and MacArthur. Now, 63 years after the last one wheeled off the assembly line, a North Carolina accountant defies all odds to hatch a whole new flock.

Test Flight
The Pilatus PC-12 has a large and avid following. But, our new columnist wonders, how will it stand up to the toughest critic he knows?
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December 2007
The Lears of a Clown
After years of putting a smile on his face, TV analyst and Hall of Famer Terry Bradshaw is finally laughing on the inside, too. And it doesn't hurt that every time he takes off in his own Mach .7 jet, it's (almost) free.

Gift Guide
If the child is the father of the man, you can bet he's also the pops of the pilot, jet owner or fractional-share member. For the little boy inside every plane lover at the top of your list, here's the ultimate price-is-no-object guide to making sure the season is flight.

Underwater Plane
It is among the most amazing winged craft the world has ever seen. Part-airplane, part-submarine. It will soon carry the Silicon Valley billionaire who was supposed to be its second customer to the bottom of the sea. Now the delicate questions remains: Who gets the first one?
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pa oct nov cover 96x115 Staying On Course with Arnold Palmer
October/November 2007
Arnie's Back Nine
The greatest golfer in the history of aviation busily builds his legacy.

Taking the Challenger
A good airplane -- the Bombardier Challenger -- gets better, and our panel is ready with the props.

Par Goes the Neighborhood
At a select number of high-end residence resorts, you get Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus or Tom Fazio as your landscaper.
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August/Sept 07
Blues Traveler
Morgan Freeman uses his wings to stick close to home — and maybe help save Delta music.

Business Class
Private Air readers put the new Gulfstream G200 through its paces

The Moon and the Stars
He's got a billion dollars. He invented Microsoft Word. He dates Martha Stewart. But all that pales in comparison to Charles Simonyi's latest achievement: soaring into orbit as a pioneer of private space flight.
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pa cover 120x145 john travolta The Life and Flights of John Travolta
May/June 2007
A Flying Life
From his customized 707 to a new Eclipse, John Travolta enjoys the high-flying life.

Paying Through the Nose
The FAA is looking to expand its capabilities -- and pass the costs to general aviation to the tune of roughly $1 billion a year. Is the "Free Ride" over?

Hollywood's Fly Guy
When filmmakers reach for the sky, they call aerial coordinator Greg Vernon.
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March/April 2007
Steve Fossett: The Ultimate Risk Manager.

Yaks & 'Changs: When your basic warbird just won’t do, check out these Eastern Bloc aircraft.

The Cabo Boys Escape to Mexico: What a way to get away from it all!
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Jan/Feb 2007
The Norman Empire: Greg Norman at the top of his game.

Valencia Takes the Cup: This Spanish city is raising the bar for yachting's most prestigious competition.

Patrons in Pinstripes: Art collections enhance corporate image and connect with customers.
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Private Air Magazine Sept./Oct. 2006
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Private Air July/August 2006
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May/June 2006
Batali in Barbados: Private Air Throws the Ultimate Chef’s Party on the Island

Aviation Innovators: Meet Industry Leaders Who Are Passionate about Making Aviation Better

Top Guns: Franco Beretta talks about his family’s legendary business.
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