James D. Butler

James D. Butler

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James D. Butler is an attorney and the CEO of Bethesda, Md.-based Shaircraft Solutions, which advises individuals and businesses about private air travel investments and specializes in fractional share purchases and share valuation disputes.

Latest by James D. Butler

A Bizav Tax Break—and a Caveat
You may be able to get a waiver from Federal Excise Tax for upcoming flights but enjoying that benefit would mean giving up another.
December 2020
Time to Bail Out—or Buy a Share?
You might be best advised to do either, depending on your circumstances. Here's expert advice.
December 2009
Upgrading or downgrading to larger or smaller aircraft tends to be much less
Flying privately without buying a jet
August 2009
When your aircraft is in the air, even if you’re not on it, you have exposure
Protecting yourself against liability
February 2009
Planning a holiday ski trip? Your fractional provider may need more advance n
Beating the holiday rush
For fractional shareowners, it pays to plan to ensure that holiday travel is trouble-free.
December 2008