China proves popular market at NBAA 2011
User fees, depreciation schedules and instability in world financial markets have called for some tough talking at NBAA 2011.

User fees, depreciation schedules and instability in world financial markets have called for some tough talking at NBAA 2011. One country, however, seems to be promising great rewards for those who dare enter. China seems to be the golden land, the new Wild East set to save the industry from oblivion.

Several consultants held press conferences during the show, highlighting incredible opportunities in China. Jason Liao, CEO of China Business Aviation Group, said he foresees a market for at least 1,000 jets over the next decade. Francis Chao of the China Civil Aviation Report and Zhao Quijiang, president of Beijing Capital Group, pointed to the rapid growth of the installed fleet over the last three years. They cited figures of 28 jets  in 2008, 46 in 2009 and more than 90 today.