Manx politicians are justified in flying business class and not using public transport, according to the chief minister.
Tony Brown has been defending his seat in the business lounge on a recent trip to Washington, as the visit was part of his job.
On Talking Heads today, he said it was difficult for members of Tynwald to take public transport to work, because their hours were rarely nine to five.
However, he said he did enjoy using the Island's bus service when he could: