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Eclipse Aviation Continues Global Sales Growth with First Eclipse 500 Fleet Sale in India

Indian operator buys 10 very light jets from Eclipse Aviation

SINGAPORE - February 19, 2008 - Eclipse Aviation, manufacturer of the world's first very light jet (VLJ), today announced during the Singapore Airshow that it has sold 10 Eclipse 500 Jets® to Club One Air of New Delhi, India. The purchase marks Eclipse Aviation's entry into the Indian business aviation market and expands the Eclipse 500's global reach and impact.

"Eclipse Aviation is experiencing a period of rapid international expansion, and today's announcement illustrates the strong demand for the safety, quality and low operating costs of the Eclipse 500," said Mike McConnell, Eclipse's vice president of sales and marketing. "Establishing a presence for the Eclipse 500 in India through Club One Air will introduce more people to the benefits of owning and flying on private jet aircraft, which continues to be the goal of Eclipse Aviation."

Manav Singh, promoter and managing director of Club One Air, India's largest non-scheduled air operator and first fractional aircraft ownership company, has chosen the Eclipse 500 to launch a new air charter service in India. The aircraft will be operated under another company, promoted by Singh. The company will use Eclipse 500s to expand its offering and provide more business travelers a quick, affordable, and convenient way to travel across India.

"The Eclipse 500's very low acquisition and operating costs, along with its comfortable cabin, make it the ideal aircraft for enhancing business travel in India," said Singh. "We're confident, that with the plans we have for the Eclipse 500 in India, we will provide our clients with a fantastic experience and convenience of reaching their travel destinations at very affordable prices."

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