BJT WAYPOINTS | December 10, 2020

TAXES

A BIZAV TAX BREAK—AND A CAVEAT You may be able to get a waiver from Federal Excise Tax for upcoming flights, but enjoying that benefit would mean giving up another.

NEW AIRCRAFT

FALCON 6X DEBUTS IN VIRTUAL ROLLOUT CEREMONY Dassault Aviation celebrated the rollout of the super-midsize jet, a milestone on its path to first flight early next year.

QUOTE UNQUOTE “Through the years, I have learned that there is no harm in charging oneself up with delusions between moments of valid inspiration.” — comedian Steve Martin

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

SEAN PENN These days, the acclaimed actor, writer, and film director concentrates on charitable works, with a little help from business jets.

AIRCRAFT

BUSINESS AVIATION MANUFACTURERS AT A GLANCE Here’s your quick guide to the airframers that make your favorite aircraft.

IN THE NEWS

CHUCK YEAGER, PILOT WHO BROKE SOUND BARRIER, FLIES WEST It feels like a good time to rewatch The Right Stuff.