When buying an aircraft, the importance of pre-purchase inspections cannot be overstated. This crucial step acts as a safeguard, better ensuring that your investment is sound and that you fully understand the aircraft's condition before finalizing its purchase. The importance of pre-purchase inspections in aircraft buying can be the difference between making an informed or bad financial decision. Regardless of the aircraft you end up with, getting a pre-purchase inspection puts you in a better buying position than [...]

In aviation, improper aircraft maintenance can cost owners more time and money in the long run. When safety is a priority, regular upkeep is essential for ensuring optimal performance and protecting the lives of passengers and crew.  Neglecting maintenance leads to dire consequences, ranging from safety hazards to unexpected financial burdens. When essential upkeep is overlooked, the risks escalate, potentially resulting in costly repairs and operational disruptions.  Want to talk to an expert? Contact VREF today. 8 Critical [...]

In aviation, improper aircraft maintenance can cost owners more time and money in the long run. When safety is a priority, regular upkeep is essential for ensuring optimal performance and protecting the lives of passengers and crew.  Neglecting maintenance leads to dire consequences, ranging from safety hazards to unexpected financial burdens. When essential upkeep is overlooked, the risks escalate, potentially resulting in costly repairs and operational disruptions.  Want to talk to an expert? Contact VREF today. 8 Critical [...]

Year-round aircraft maintenance might feel overwhelming when considering the time available to manage and maintain an aircraft or fleet. And throughout the year, you may encounter budget constraints, making prioritizing maintenance challenging. With so many challenges stacking against aircraft owners and operators from maintaining their fleets, we’ve acquired 10 essential tips for improved maintenance year-round. Get ready to uncover strategies to enhance upkeep, avert potential issues, and maintain peak performance throughout every season. Talk to a VREF expert [...]

Artificial intelligence (AI) in aviation is projected to reach a value of $90.38 billion globally by 2031 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 46.2%. The aviation industry is on the brink of advancements to enhance operational efficiency, boost safety, and elevate the overall passenger experience. And AI is simply a catalyst for the innovation we’ll see in the upcoming years.  Airlines and manufacturers are ramping up investments in AI-driven technologies, particularly in predictive maintenance as it [...]

20 Questions To Ask When Buying A Pre-Owned Aircraft Using Information Online Where do I start researching aircraft information online…? You can start by joining VREF Online – a database of thousands of aircraft with historical information, aircraft specifications, and more. You can also: Look up the exact aircraft serial number Watch YouTube videos Listen to popular aviation podcasts Research aircraft manufacturers for valuable resources As you dive deeper into your research, you may want to jot down [...]

Comparing two of Piper’s most popular aircraft ever is hard to do without going into its lengthy history spanning nearly a century. Despite the early death of Gordon Taylor in 1928 and several bankruptcies, Piper still managed to be a top producer of American planes during World War II with the Piper Cub.  The Cub aside, many still enjoy discussing the differences between Piper’s Cherokee and Warrior models, tracing both model developments from the early 1960s to today. [...]

Did you know…? The Department of Defense did not allow women to fly in combat until 1993. United States Navy Lt. Kimberly Dyson became the first American woman to fly a combat mission for the U.S. a year later in 1994. Women in aviation and their contributions to the industry were heavily ignored for many years. However, many of those contributions are being acknowledged today for the impact they had on the aviation industry. Contact us today for [...]

Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere. You use AI in your car, home, and every “smart” device you own. In fact, 77% of today’s devices use some form of AI. But what you may not know is that AI in aviation has been changing the industry’s landscape From safety advancements to managing air traffic more accurately and in real-time, AI is a potent tool with seemingly limitless potential. This is exactly why individuals and organizations can’t wait to get [...]

Bombardier Aviation In 1937, a young mechanic from Quebec invented a “snow vehicle", a 7-passenger B7 snowmobile that kicked off Bombardier’s success. Over time, Bombardier expanded into different types of snow vehicles. This ultimately created the iconic Ski-Doo personal snowmobile in 1959, which launched an entirely new industry. Under the leadership of Laurent Beaudoin from 1966 on, Bombardier went public. A major turning point came in the 1970s after the oil crisis forced cuts in snowmobile production. The [...]