Excel-Jet, Ltd. (www.sport-jet.com) Bob Bornhofen is the president and founder of Colorado-based Excel-Jet, Ltd., and he is a firm believer that the Sport-Jet will satisfy the transportation needs of pilots who are looking for a "personal jet," which will safely and efficiently get them from point A to point B.

"The Sport-Jet is a four-place, single-engine turbofan aircraft, which will cruise at 350 knots at FL250," Bornhofen said. "This aircraft is designed primarily for the owner/operator."

Bornhofen, who is an aerospace engineer, said the company is currently finishing production on its first flying article, which will fly before year-end. Until such time, the company's position is