The total eclipse path starts in the South Pacific, before taking in much of Mexico, 12 US states, stretching from Texas, all the way to Maine, and clipping several Canadian provinces, before ending over the Atlantic.

Everything is bigger in Texas, and that is true for ACS. Last year was the best in terms of charter numbers and revenue for its Houston branch, and the move to larger office space will aid further expansion of the team.

The strong winds of hurricane Lane meant urgent relief flights were vital to bring supplies in, particularly for the children of Hawaii. A business jet and a heavy freighter were called into action.