Episode

Corporate Aviation Turbulence: Tariffs, FAA Shutdown, Global M&A

Podcast: The VIP Seat: Private Aviation News
Published: Feb 4, 2026
Duration seconds: 2084
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Summary

Private aviation is navigating uncertainty—but capital is still moving. In this episode of The VIP Seat , Jessie Naor and Preston Holland (reporting from Corporate Jet Investor London) on tariff volatility, FAA furloughs, shifting European sentiment, sustainability pressure, safety reforms, and why record global M&A activity may signal strong tailwinds for business aviation despite the noise.