Despite all the negative press, business jets are an indispensable and productive tool for many businesses

LaBov & Beyond, a marketing firm in Fort Wayne, Indiana, recently bought a used Citation CJ1 aircraft at a bargain price of $1 million. The aircraft enables Barry LaBov and his team to be responsive and flexible in serving their clients who are located in 14 states.

The aircraft provides LaBov and his team the ability to meet with clients needs person, and on short notice (many times for less than what it would cost to fly commercial). It also provides a competitive advantage for LaBov in winning new business. In these tough economic times, LaBov & Beyond is going like gangbusters, reaching over $70 million in billings.

Having a business jet also allows LaBov to recruit top talent, promising new employees that they’ll work for blue-chip clients and still be home in time for dinner with their families.