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28 12, 2020

Key Benefits of Owning a Light-Sport (LSA) Aircraft

By |2023-01-18T13:51:41-06:00December 28th, 2020|Appraisals|

There are over 14,000 private airports in the United States. That is almost triple the number of public airports that come in at around 5,000. Owning a private plane allows you access to the vast majority of landing-strips nationwide. Whether you are an experienced pilot or have recently earned your wings, a light-sport aircraft offers many advantages that other planes lack. If you are considering purchasing a plane, don't overlook the light-sport aircraft category. This guide will [...]

21 12, 2020

How To Determine The Value of an Aircraft?

By |2023-01-18T13:45:31-06:00December 21st, 2020|Appraisals|

Whether you're buying or selling a plane, one of the most important aspects to know is the airplane's value. You won't truly know what a plane is worth and could end up with a major loss. As a buyer or a seller, you must be looking out for your best interests as a broker will not. That is why you need to hire an aircraft appraiser who has no bias, no ownership, and no financial gain from [...]

21 12, 2020

How To Get a VREF Online Subscription!

By |2023-01-22T14:30:37-06:00December 21st, 2020|Appraisals|

The pre-owned aircraft market has seen the number of first-time buyers double in the second half of 2020. Whether you're buying your first aircraft or you have years of experience in the market, you need accurate information to help you make the best purchasing decisions. VREF has been providing aircraft valuations and appraisals since 1994. VREF is the official valuation guide and appraisal company for the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA). You can get your VREF [...]

10 11, 2020

Helicopter Buyer’s Guide: Everything You Need To Know!

By |2023-01-18T13:30:09-06:00November 10th, 2020|Educational|

What a time to buy a helicopter! The helicopter market is facing challenges unseen for over 40 years. Unbeknownst to many, helicopters have been having a hard time locating buyers. The oil and gas crisis parked much larger, twin heavy aircraft and COVID-19, as well as Kobe Bryant's untimely death, haven't helped. The helicopter industry is not all doom and gloom; in fact, older aircraft are being repurposed for fire fighting, ems, and other search and rescue [...]

4 11, 2020

VREF’s CEO Ken DuFour, ASA Receives Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award From FAA

By |2023-01-18T12:52:29-06:00November 4th, 2020|Press Release|

MEDIA RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE VREF CEO Ken DuFour, ASA Receives Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award From FAA VREF Aircraft Reference Value, Appraisal & Litigation Services, the leading provider of aircraft valuations and appraisals for the aviation industry, is excited to announce that Ken Dufour received the prestigious Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award. The Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award is the most prestigious the FAA issues. The award is named after the Wright Brothers, the first U.S. [...]

4 11, 2020

What You Really Need To Know Before You Fly Internationally

By |2023-01-18T12:45:02-06:00November 4th, 2020|Educational|

Have you ever dreamt of taking an international trip on a private jet? It's always exciting to go abroad, but long flights and long distances can make the traveling process incredibly stressful. COVID-19, international lock-downs, border closings, and increased anxiety are just a few of the reasons why a private aircraft is the only way to travel overseas. The Guide To Private Jet International Trips We want you to make the most of your travel experience. Private [...]

3 11, 2020

A Guide to Calculating Aircraft Ownership Costs

By |2023-01-18T12:39:06-06:00November 3rd, 2020|Educational|

I frequently get questioned about aircraft maintenance, operating costs, and the actual cost of aircraft ownership. Most questions are from the perspective of new owners or first-time buyers seeking to better prepare themselves for the often tricky question to answer; can I afford my aircraft? In this article, I will break down what to anticipate when it comes to these expenses and how you can best mitigate potential problems by staying organized and using some unaware tools. [...]

30 10, 2020

Flight Safety: 7 Tips to Stay Safe During Covid-19

By |2023-01-18T12:31:09-06:00October 30th, 2020|Educational|

COVID-19 has changed the world, and the aviation industry is no exception to this. Pandemic travel restrictions in the United States almost had a full-on shutdown of domestic flights. While that didn't happen completely, the amount of domestic flights has declined. Commercial air travel in the United States is down just over 30% from this time last year, and we expect things to worsen before they start to get better. Most people are not ready to start [...]

19 10, 2020

Buy-Now, Fly FET-Free Jet Card Offers Are Taking Off

By |2023-01-18T12:25:43-06:00October 19th, 2020|Educational|

By Doug Gollan Reasons private jet owners, individuals, and companies buy jet cards include supplemental lift for family members and executives, as well as specialized missions where their current aircraft aren’t a fit. It’s also not uncommon for aircraft owners to buy jet cards for that transition period between selling an existing airplane and getting the new one onboard since timing doesn’t always mesh perfectly. At Private Jet Card Comparisons, I see it all, from subscribers who [...]

13 10, 2020

Valuing Experimental Amateur-Built (E-AB) Aircraft

By |2023-01-18T12:21:29-06:00October 13th, 2020|Appraisals|

By Ken Dufour, ASA, MAM, ATP, CFI and Jason Zilberbrand, ASA, CAA, ISA AM, AOA AM, MRAeS Experimental amateur-built aircraft, often called “homebuilts” because they are typically built in people’s garages and basements, are the fastest-growing new aircraft segment in the United States. Amateur built aircraft are built by individuals and certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as “experimental amateur-built” (E-AB). Advantages You get to build it Succeeding on a big project gives you a huge [...]

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