Benchmark Program Adds 10 More Aircraft, Including G3
SR22s
Conklin & de Decker recently released the 2008 Volume II
Aircraft Cost Evaluator software, aimed at making it
easier to compare operating costs for more than 490 business
aircraft models. This aircraft operating cost benchmarking tool is
part of a family of aircraft acquisition and management data
products created by Conklin & de Decker (NBAA Booth #4734) and
is now available with aircraft and simpler navigation.
The latest release of the Aircraft Cost Evaluator (ACE) added 10
more aircraft including the Beechcraft Premier II and the Falcon
900LX. The Cirrus SR20G3, SR22G3 and SRVG3, Piper Matrix, Enstrom
F28-F, Cheyenne I, MU-2K and MU-2P were also added to the database.
In addition to new models, this version of ACE was updated with the
latest fuel, maintenance labor, parts and engine costs as well as a
new Quick Tip feature that simplifies printing and exporting
options.
Earlier this year Conklin & de Decker added a report writer
program that provides export capability to a variety of formats
including Adobe Acrobat®, Microsoft Word, Excel, Crystal
Reports and HTML.
The Aircraft Cost Evaluator has been referred to as the industry
standard and is now used by AMSTAT, The Wall Street Journal,
Forbes, The Robb Report, and Business Jet Traveler. The most
extensive operating cost database, ACE covers hundreds of jets,
turboprops, helicopters and piston aircraft.
With ACE, users can quickly compare up to three aircraft
side-by-side, edit nearly two dozen variables, change currencies,
and change measurement units to customize reports allowing users to
compare their local costs and salaries. A query function allows the
user to narrow the selection to those that meet specific
performance criteria.
"This is the tool that owners and operators need to use to
benchmark their costs and we continue to look for ways to improve
it," commented Bill de Decker, President of Conklin & de
Decker. "This release is even more user-friendly and allows users
to quickly export and print their reports as needed."
The price for the latest edition of Aircraft Cost Evaluator is
$625 for Jets, $550 for Turboprops or Helicopters and $450 for the
Piston database. Updated twice each year, the cost includes the
original CD plus one free update. Handbooks are available for an
additional $60 each.
Discounts for multiple databases run from $100 to $300.
Customized reports for individual aircraft can be special ordered
for $75 per aircraft with a 20% discount for multiple aircraft. In
addition, multiple user licenses are available.
ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (05.02.24)
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