Aviation Insights

How to Prepare Your Aircraft for Sale Most aircraft sales get messy because the owner lists first and prepares later. That usually means weak photos, no runout, a guess at the price, and a buyer who loses confidence during the pre-purchase inspection. If you prepare the aircraft properly before it

Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist for Aircraft Buyers A pre-purchase inspection (PPI) is one of the most important steps when buying an aircraft. It is not just a walk-around. A proper inspection looks at the airframe, engine, systems, records, and how the aircraft actually flies. Skipping it, or doing it poorly, is

What Buyers Look for in Aircraft Records and Logbooks An aircraft is nothing without proper logbooks and a data plate. Missing or incomplete history can effectively ground an aircraft. In serious cases, the practical value drops so far that you might as well contact the insurance company and discuss a

How to Part Out Your Aircraft and Maximise Its Value Sometimes selling an aircraft whole is not the best option. The airframe may be damaged, the market for that model may be soft, or the remaining life on major components may make parting it out more profitable. Parting out an

How to Test the Market Before Selling Your Aircraft Many aircraft owners think they have only two options: keep the aircraft or sell it. There’s a third option that often gets overlooked — testing the market. You can find out what real buyers are prepared to pay, how much interest

Be Honest When Selling Your Aircraft – Why It Helps You Sell Faster When most people sell an aircraft, they feel they need to present it in the best possible light. They downplay issues, avoid talking about why they’re selling, and try to make everything sound perfect. The reality is

How to Cross-Hire Your Aircraft for Passive Income Not every aircraft owner wants to sell. Sometimes you just want the aircraft to start earning money while you still keep ownership. One of the simplest ways to do this is cross-hiring your aircraft. What is Cross-Hiring? Cross-hiring means you allow another

Why Aircraft Sellers Don’t Want Trade-Ins (But Buyers Still Offer Them) When you’re selling an aircraft, you’ll often get this question from buyers: “Would you take my aircraft as a trade-in?” Most sellers immediately say no — and for good reason. The truth is, very few aircraft sellers actually want

When you’re selling an aircraft privately — without using a broker — having a proper written agreement is important. It helps protect both you and the buyer, and reduces the chance of misunderstandings later. That’s why I’ve put together a clean, professional Private Aircraft Sales Agreement Template. Download the Free