VOICED: New York's financial high fliers are coming back

The video discusses the impact of the recession on air travel, highlighting the grounding of helicopters and jets after Lehman Brothers' collapse. It then covers the economic rebound, with Wall Street's recovery boosting air travel demand. New trends include increased private jet use and plans for a new hangar at JFK Airport. Cost-effective solutions like shared jet exchanges are also explored, showing how travelers are saving money while still opting for private travel.

What was the primary reason for the grounding of helicopters and jets during the recession?

• Increased fuel prices

• Cost-cutting measures by companies

• Government regulations

• Weather conditions

What percentage of business did Manhattan heliports recover to after the recession?

• 85%

• 70%

• 50%

• 100%

Why did some New Yorkers choose to spend on helicopter flights to the beach?

• For luxury experience

• To avoid traffic

• For the scenic view

• To save time

What is the purpose of the shared jet exchange introduced by Ricky Sitomer?

• To provide exclusive memberships

• To offer luxury services

• To reduce travel time

• To allow cost-sharing among flyers

How are New York's wealthy approaching private travel in recent times?

• They are focusing on cost efficiency

• They are investing in aviation stocks

• They are buying more private jets

• They are avoiding private travel