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NORWELL, Mass. With
over 26 years in the aviation industry, Greg brings a wide
range of experiences and expertise in aircraft safety."
"I am extremely pleased to be associated with a private aviation
company that has the foresight to create an independent safety
advisory board," said Dave Thomas .

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Unique Experimental Aircraft To Attempt First Solo, Non-stop
Circumnavigation of the Globe

Sir Richard Branson and pilot Steve Fossett have announced that
improved conditions may allow for the launch of the Virgin Atlantic
GlobalFlyer, an experimental plane that will attempt to set the record
for the first solo, non-stop round-the-world flight.

WHAT: The Virgin Atlantic GlobalFlyer is ready for its
round-the-world record attempt to set the last great aviation
record of our time - pilot Steve Fossett's solo, non-stop
circumnavigation of the globe .com
or (West Coast) Sian Parry or Lauren Eastman at Glodow Nead
Communications 415.

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The Sentient Jet
Safety Advisory Board will bring together a coalition of
highly-regarded aviation industry experts focused on enhancing
Sentient's already-strong safety practices and standards . During
his 16 years as an NTSB investigator, Greg participated in
many major aviation investigations as an engineering
specialist, U. "Safety is Sentient's absolute number one priority,
which is why we wanted to take a unique approach in the private
aviation industry by forming an independent safety advisory board,"
said Hankin. This is also the location of Mission
Control and the site of all media briefings.

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Sentient Jet Forms Independent Safety Advisory Board

The five member Board will be chaired by Dave Thomas, former
Director of the Office of Accident Investigation for the Federal
Aviation Administration.

-- Greg Phillips, a former lead investigator for the NTSB. Every flight for a Sentient member
undergoes multiple, real-time safety evaluations using the TripCHEQ
program. The Virgin Atlantic
GlobalFlyer, sponsored by Sir Richard Branson 's Virgin
Atlantic Airways and designed by aviation legend Burt Rutan,
is a single -pilot, single-engine turbofan aircraft designed
expressly for non-stop global circumnavigation .

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Chaired By Former Director of the Office of Accident
Investigation for the FAA

Will Also Include Former FAA Administrator, NTSB Senior
Investigator and Representatives of Leading Private Jet
Operators

Board is Unique for the Private Aviation Industry

Sentient Jet, the leading provider of private jet membership,
today announced it has formed an independent safety advisory board
that is unique in the private aviation industry. Garvey
is a member of the Sentient Board of Directors and is also
executive vice president of APCO and chairman of the company's
transportation consulting practice.
Richmond's leadership, TWC has achieved both
Wyvern-recommended and ARG/US gold rated status."
Sentient's current safety standards exceed the FAA Part 135
regulations that govern private jet travel in a host of categories,
including total pilot time in a particular aircraft type and flight
hours as a pilot in charge.
Operators providing service for the Sentient Private Jet Membership
program must meet industry-leading safety standards .

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Garvey was previously
the first-ever FAA Administrator appointed by the President
for a five -year term and was responsible for leading the
nation's aviation system into the 21st century., headquartered in Norwell, MA, is the leader in
private jet membership.

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If an operator, crew or aircraft does not pass 100% of
Sentient's safety requirements, that jet is not permitted to operate
and Sentient will assign an alternate aircraft to complete the trip. Sentient will also continue to retain safety expert
Wyvern Consulting to support its program. All Sentient operators
currently undergo independent , comprehensive evaluations to insure
compliance with Sentient's strict internal standards.com.

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Under Mr.
"The Sentient model provides our members tremendous flexibility
for private jet travel," Hankin continued."

About Sentient Jet

Sentient Jet, Inc.

WHERE: Take-off and landing from/at Salina Municipal Airport
in Salina, Kansas.7865 or email vaagf1@aol.com or
lauren@glodownead.

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----Sentient Jet,
Inc. My goal as chairman is to provide proactive safety
insights and recommendations that will help Sentient take every step
possible to build on its safety program in the best interests of its
members.
Sentient will continue to work with ARG/US , the leading private
authority on aviation safety, as part of its safety program.

MORE: A dedicated Web site - www. To be added to credentials list, please see contact
information below.

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, an
Atlanta-based aircraft charter and management company which is
rapidly expanding, having recently opened a facility outside
of Washington, D. Accredited Representative, and Investigator
in Charge (IIC). "Sentient already represents a
strong standard for safety in private aviation by taking a rigorous
approach that extends well beyond the strict FAA requirements for Part
135 operations. All flights are operated by Part 135 carriers.

ADVISORY/PHOTO OPPORTUNITY/Code Yellow Status for Virgin Atlantic GlobalFlyer Expected Take-Off to Occur On February 25 or 26

com
- will provide details and updates on the Virgin Atlantic
GlobalFlyer's progress and an unprecedented level of live
coverage of the record-setting attempt during the flight,
including live coverage of take-off and landing.

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Participating
aircraft are owned by corporations and high net-worth individuals and
are hand-selected by Sentient Jet.

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Thomas will be:

-- Jane Garvey , the former Administrator of the FAA. in Manassas, Virginia.

WHEN: The projected date for take -off is on Friday February
25, or Saturday 26 (Central Time), subject to ground, weather
and jet stream conditions.

CONTACT: For all media inquiries, please contact (East Coast )
Lori Levin or Debbie Dar, 609.

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In addition to his role on the advisory
board, Greg will also serve as an expert advisor to Sentient
to ensure successful implementation of all safety standards in
daily operations.

The Board will report its recommendations directly to Sentient CEO
Steven Hankin. ARG/US
conducts evaluations on every pilot, jet and operator within the
Sentient network . Sentient Jet's program is the
flexible, safe, convenient and economically prudent approach to
private jet travel.

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Most recently, he was Director of Safety for an
international insurance broker.S.

WHO: Principals include: Virgin Atlantic Airways Chairman Sir
Richard Branson, spokesperson and sponsor of Virgin Atlantic
GlobalFlyer and world-record holding adventurer; Virgin
Atlantic GlobalFlyer pilot and multiple world-record holder
Steve Fossett; and acclaimed aircraft designer Burt Rutan of
Scaled Composites, recent winners of the X Prize for sending a
piloted, reusable aircraft into outer space twice within 10
days. Feeds to be delivered
daily.

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Thomas has over 34 years of aviation
experience involving all aspects of accident investigation and
prevention, safety management, and aviation emergency planning.

-- Larry Hecht, Chief Pilot for Flightworks, Inc. Flightworks has a
strong reputation for safety and customer service and is
Wyvern-recommended and ARG/US Platinum rated. "We will look to this incredibly well-respected, highly
experienced group of industry leaders for their expert perspective as
we continually review and enhance Sentient's already-strong safety
program. Members enjoy premium executive class aircraft
service with a guaranteed response time anywhere in the United States
in ten hours or less.com

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This also
includes on-site review by Sentient's expert field staff. "Critical to our business
are strong partnerships with top-tier jet operators. More information on Sentient is available at

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Only a
portion of all private jets approved for Part 135 operation have been
certified to participate in Sentient's program..virginatlanticglobalflyer.394.

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His
career includes 14 years in senior management positions with the FAA
and 13 years with the National Transportation Safety Board, where his
experience included leadership of safety studies and accident
prevention programs.

Aviation Writers/Travel Writers/Assignment Editors
ADVISORY.. There will be a media charter from
New York's JFK to Salina departing 48 hours prior to the
Virgin Atlantic GlobalFlyer take-off.

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Confirmation of
the exact date is expected shortly.

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-- Andrew Richmond , President of TWC Aviation, Inc. We have
consistently worked to ensure safe operations in every aspect of our
flights and we will continue to partner only with those operators who
are committed to meeting our exacting safety standards. The aircraft
will fly at up to 52,000 feet and travel approximately 23,000
miles at speeds in excess of 285 mph. Broadcast
media satellite truck will be on site.

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Joining Mr. Under her
leadership, the FAA successfully established a risk management
approach across the entire aviation community to improve
safety and made aggressive strides to expand the capacity and
capabilities of the air traffic control system.C.6500, sian@glodownead .

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Mr. Ms. TWC Aviation
is a fast-growing leader in worldwide jet charter services and
aircraft sales, management, and maintenance. Possible dates
include Friday February 25, or Saturday, February 26.897. For broadcast satellite info contact
Bev Brunston at On the Scene at 323 930 1030 or
www.onthescene.