Consider that Mr. Benson is selling his 20 million dollar airplane and buying a new 40 million dollar plane. He also is moving up in the yachting world. A new 148 foot boat is being built for Mr Benson right now to the tune of about 50 million. The 122 footer just won't do anymore.
Now this is not to say that Mr Benson shouldn't enjoy his money and I think he outta buy anything he wants. But the GM can't moan about the economy and hard headed agents when the boss is spending like it's free. Just more to consider.