Okay, let’s calculate this. Stuart has 28 years of experience, which is a significant amount. His role as general manager at Larchfield Aerospace & Graphics Ltd is a high-level position that requires strong leadership and management skills. The fact that he has a degree in graphic arts and design from Leeds Beckett University adds to his credibility. Considering the commercial aviation industry is highly competitive, especially in the UK, and the fact that he has been working in this field for almost three decades, I would estimate his hourly rate to be around $250. This is slightly lower than what I would expect for someone with his level of experience in a more technical field, but his role as a general manager and his industry experience justify this rate.