An attractive purchase price is quickly found – the Total costs and the Technical substance He is rarely seen on a plane. With independent expertise, you can test Technology, papers and operating costs In advance and avoid expensive surprises.
1) Plan maintenance costs realistically - not just the price
After the purchase comes the real costs: due inspections, Overhauls, Corrosion removal, Avionics checks or small Structural works. We create a Maintenance cost forecast over 12-24 months (share & work) so you know what's really coming your way – and whether the object fits into your budget.
2) Airworthiness & compliance: AD/SB, Modifications, ARC
We check ADs, Service bulletins, Modifications/STCs, Structural repairs, Acts of Life and ARC History. Result: Is the sample in your country of operation can be registered without additional expenses and what measures are before Clarify the purchase?
3) Avionics & operability: Does the setup fit your airspace?
Transponder/Mode-S, ADS-B, 8.33 kHz, ELT, GPS source, IFR options – we check if the avionics today and in the near future complies with the rules. We quantify necessary upgrades in advance so that you can calculate cleanly.
4) Damage history & Market value: What Previous Events Mean
Repairs are not per se an exclusion criterion – but they affect value, insurance and resale. We evaluate documented damage, repair quality and their Impact on price Negotiate if necessary Purchase price adjustments.
5) papers & logbooks: seamless & comprehensible
Incomplete logbooks, missing forms, incorrect entries – this can become expensive later. We check Logbooks, Form-1/8130-3, STC documents, Sample/serial numbers and series/curriculum vitae cards for the docu to carry.
6) Pre-buy inspection: Neutral eyes on the ground
A structured Pre-buy inspection identifies acute deficiencies and future cost drivers. We accompany or organize the inspection, compare findings with the price claim and Prioritize remedial actions (immediate / later / optional).
7) Import/Export & Approval: without stumbling blocks
Do you buy from abroad? We support the Abrüsten, transportation, customs and Upgrade up to EASA Approval. Clear roadmap – clear costs.
What you have in your hand at the end
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- Summary report (Technology, documents, avionics, flight status)
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- Cost Roadmap 12-24 months (parts/working time, priorities)
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- Price and negotiation arguments (fixes, credits, improvements)
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- To-do plan until registration/ARC
For whom is this particularly worthwhile?
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- First-time buyers and clubs without their own shipyard
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- Changeover (model change)
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- Purchases across national borders (EASA <→ FAA)
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- Aircraft with longer service life/unclear history
FAQ – briefly answered
Do I need this with every purchase? No – but wherever history, compliance or avionics Unclear, it almost always saves money and time.
How long does a pre-buy take? From Quick check (1 day) to comprehensively (2-4 days) – depending on pattern and docu.
How much does it cost? Fixed price or at cost - on request with Travel expenses cover and Report in 48 h.
