Are you going to fly commercial? Start here first. By this point, you've got your airline tickets booked and have a long list of places and attractions you want to visit. But the real question is, what are you going to do to protect yourself from COVID-19 while you travel? In The United States, there are more than 16,100,000 flights handled by the Federal Aviation Administration every single year. With so many people, it can be a [...]
Are you interested to learn what drives the value of your aircraft? In this Aircraft Appraisal 101 article, I am going to show you the major factors that impact value and some easy things you can do to assist your appraiser with the process. What Affects Your Airplane's Value? It doesn’t matter whether you are purchasing an aircraft for business or are a pilot in search of a small plane for personal reasons. Chances are if you [...]
Are you thinking about selling a plane? It is possible, but it can be quite challenging to do it on your own. That's why you need to consider hiring a broker. However, you shouldn't hire the first person you meet. In this article, we will go over how to hire a broker to sell your plane correctly. So let's go over what you need to know, to sell a plane. What Should You Expect? First and foremost, [...]
The past three months have been interesting. Typically the 2nd quarter newsletter is focused on on-air shows and conferences. This year that is not the case. The world, as we know, came to a screaming halt in the first week of March. We have witnessed the entire commercial airline industry, travel and leisure sectors, restaurants, shopping malls, as well as tens of thousands of small businesses close. We have all been quarantined, literally watching the grass grow, [...]
Are you thinking about purchasing a plane? That's quite an expenditure, but you can afford it. However, it seems you're still not sure about it. Well, in that case - this article is for you. We will go over why purchasing a plane is a good idea, and some things to consider, such as cost, storage, insurance. Keep reading to get informed on the subject, and make an educated decision. Is Aircraft Ownership a Good Idea? Buying [...]
Everyone dreams of having a private airplane. But there's a big difference between a single-engine piston and soaring through the skies in a multi-million-dollar flying jet. So, with that in mind, we've put together a list of some of the most expensive, the most luxurious, and just plain coolest private jets in the world. 9. Embraer Praetor 600 ($2.995 Million) The magnificent Embraer Praetor 600 is unquestionably one of the coolest private jets on the market. Priced [...]
The Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) provides air traffic control across the United States. It connects people across America and links them to the rest of the world. It handles over 16 million flights a year, pre-COVID-19. Nobody can deny the significance of aviation in the modern world. It's a fascinating subject. Read on to learn nine interesting and unique aviation facts. 1. Air Traffic Aviation Facts The 518 airport traffic towers and 21 air route traffic control [...]
Air travel has become so routine that it's easy to forget a plane goes through plenty of preparation in between flights. Whether you're taking a private jet or a commercial flight, the plane's crew can't skip any critical steps before an aircraft takes off. Now more than ever, a clean plane is vital to keeping you and your loved ones safe. Jason Zilberbrand, President and Senior Accredited Aircraft Appraiser with the ASA, said, "Passengers are demanding airlines [...]
How on earth do you sell an airplane in the new normal? It seems daunting to imagine who your buyer might be, how to get a fair price on your costly investment, or whether or not you’ll ever even be able to sell it in today's market. Good news - the demand for pre-owned planes is on the uptrend, and the market favors sellers in several markets. Buyers want high-quality, well-maintained aircraft and are willing to pay [...]