The definitive story of how business aviation transformed the way the world works, connects, and competes. From its humble beginnings in the 1920s to the game-changing arrival of business jets in the 1960s – and its evolution into today’s global industry – this book takes readers on an unforgettable journey through innovation and ambition.

Packed with vivid stories of aviation legends like Bill Lear, who revolutionized business aviation with the Learjet; Sam Williams, the engineering genius behind reliable, compact turbofan engines; and Serge Dassault, who built one of the most iconic jet brands in history, Time Machines goes beyond history. It reveals how business aviation has shaped – and been shaped by – the global economy, geopolitics, and even popular culture. Looking forward, the book explores the challenges and opportunities that will define business aviation in the late 2020s and beyond.