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The cockpit of dreams: for business or pleasure, little compares

Chief Executive, The, March, 2004 by Fred Mackerodt

Space or real estate problems? Land on the roof. No kidding, a lot of people do it. And in addition to saving real estate, it's a great way to improve executive security. In essence, the executive being transported never leaves the security of a company plant or factory. And there's usually nothing to hit on the roof, making it doubly secure. There are reams of information available on heliport rules and regulations on the Internet.

Are they safe? Probably safer than driving. U.S. presidents wouldn't helicopter to Camp David if taking a limousine were even a little bit safer.

There also are some intriguing tax benefits to owning a helicopter, which are too detailed to go into here. Ask your CFO for the details. And while you're at it, take him or her for a test flight.

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