Aircraft Acquisition

Mission analysis comes before any aircraft is considered. We start by mapping actual usage patterns, schedule demands, range requirements, cabin needs, and total cost of ownership over the likely holding period. That work defines what the right aircraft looks like before we touch the market. From there we evaluate options on and off market against that criteria, not against what's available or convenient. By the time we present options, each one has been vetted against your specific situation. You're evaluating real candidates, not a broad list.

Pre-purchase inspection is where deals that look clean on paper get exposed. We oversee the inspection process independently, review maintenance records for consistency and gaps, analyze upcoming scheduled maintenance costs, and evaluate engine and APU program status before anything is signed. If something doesn't add up in the records or the inspection surfaces an issue, you'll know exactly what it means financially and what your options are. No surprises after closing is the standard we hold every acquisition to.

Aircraft acquisitions have tax and legal dimensions that need to be structured before closing, not after. Ownership entity structure, state tax exposure, and import considerations can all affect what you actually pay and how the asset is held. We work alongside aviation-specific tax and legal advisors throughout the process. If you have existing counsel we coordinate directly with them. If you need introductions, we have relationships with specialists who understand how these transactions work. That side of the deal stays connected to the acquisition, not separate from it.