What Happened
Private Jet Firm Executive Faces Up To 20 Years In Prison
The CEO of AeroVanti, a private jet firm, has been found guilty of six counts of wire fraud. Patrick Britton-Harr faces up to 20 years in prison for each count. The company’s business model was deemed a Ponzi scheme, with Britton-Harr misusing funds for personal expenses, including buying jewelry and a yacht. The verdict was reported by Forbes, which covers private aviation and the business of luxury travel.