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Buy A Jet

Whole aircraft ownership offers maximum control and availability. Best for those flying 400+ hours annually or requiring specific aircraft configurations for business operations.

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Understanding the Costs

Acquisition Costs

  • •Purchase Price: $3M (light jet) to $75M+ (large cabin)
  • •Pre-Purchase Inspection: $25,000 - $50,000
  • •Refurbishment: $200,000 - $2,000,000 (if needed)
  • •Registration & Taxes: Varies by state/country

Annual Operating Costs

  • •Crew Salaries: $200,000 - $500,000/year
  • •Insurance: $25,000 - $100,000/year
  • •Hangar: $30,000 - $150,000/year
  • •Maintenance Reserve: $150,000 - $500,000/year
  • •Management (if used): $5,000 - $15,000/month

New vs Pre-Owned Aircraft

New Aircraft

✓Full manufacturer warranty
✓Latest technology and safety features
✓Custom interior configuration
✗Higher acquisition cost
✗1-3 year delivery wait

Pre-Owned Aircraft

✓30-50% lower acquisition cost
✓Immediate availability
✓Known maintenance history
✗May need refurbishment
✗Older technology

The Buying Process

01

Define Requirements

Determine mission profile, range needs, passenger capacity, and budget.

02

Find Aircraft

Work with a broker or search listings. Evaluate options against requirements.

03

Due Diligence

Conduct pre-purchase inspection, review logs, verify title, and negotiate terms.

04

Close & Operate

Complete transaction, register aircraft, hire crew or management company.

Is Whole Ownership Right For You?

Consider Buying If...

  • • You fly 400+ hours annually
  • • You need aircraft available 24/7
  • • You require specific configurations
  • • You want to build equity in an asset
  • • Tax benefits align with your situation
  • • You have capital for acquisition + reserves

Consider Alternatives If...

  • • You fly less than 200 hours annually
  • • You prefer not to manage operations
  • • Your travel patterns are unpredictable
  • • You want to try different aircraft types
  • • Capital is better deployed elsewhere
  • • You prefer predictable costs

Need Help Deciding?

Our team can help you analyze your flight patterns and determine whether whole ownership, fractional, jet cards, or charter is the best fit.

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