Boeing has appointed Joe Benson as the new president of its VIP jet division, Boeing Business Jets (BBJ), which provides commercial aviation services to personal air travel.
Benson will oversee sales, support, and operations for Boeing Commercial Airplanes' portfolio of business jets for heads of state, VIP, corporate, and charter customers.

With over a decade of experience at Boeing, Benson is well-equipped to provide strong leadership continuity to BBJ's customers. Prior to his new role, he served as BBJ's deputy to the president and business director, leading key sales campaigns and business operations.
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Benson replaces Erika Pearson, who was recently named vice president of Boeing Commercial Airplanes Sales and Marketing in Southeast Asia & Oceania.
In his new position, Benson aims to continue the company's legacy of building capable and reliable business jets.
"As we look to the horizon, we are well-positioned to meet the strong business aviation demand by providing our customers an unrivalled travel experience and best-in-class economics," he said.
About Boeing Business Jet
Boeing Business Jets, which was founded in 1996, has sold more than 260 jets to date, including the BBJ 737 MAX, BBJ 787 Dreamliner, and BBJ 777X.

These high-performance aircraft can be customized for private, business, or governmental use, offering customers unparalleled comfort and convenience. Benson's appointment as the new president of BBJ is expected further to boost the division's market position and growth.
Boeing Business Jets brings the commercial aviation experience to private air travel by offering a wide range of customizable Boeing products for private, business, or governmental use.
These aircraft possess excellent value for private use with larger, personalized spaces, exceptional reliability, and global support.
Customers prioritize quality, convenience, and mobility and often desire amenities similar to those on the ground, such as an office, bedroom, shower, dining facilities, entertainment areas, and more, which Boeing Business Jets delivers. It's a superior way to fly.
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