Author Archives: Vincent Wigmans

When buying or selling an aircraft, one of the most crucial yet often overlooked aspects is the importance of aircraft maintenance records. These records serve as the aircraft’s “pedigree,” detailing its operational life, maintenance history, modifications, and compliance with aviation regulations. In many cases, buyers and sellers, particularly those new to aviation transactions, do not … Continued

In the realm of private aviation, the allure of owning a sleek, modern jet is undeniable. However, there’s a certain charm and practicality in considering the purchase of an older private jet. While the idea of a brand-new aircraft may be tempting, here are the top 3 reasons why buyers opt for an older model … Continued

An engine program, such as Eagle Service Plan (ESP) from Pratt & Whitney and Total Assurance Plus (TAP) from Williams International, play a crucial role in the business aviation industry by providing comprehensive support and maintenance services for aircraft owners and operators. This support will be delivered based on an hourly fee per engine. While … Continued

When it comes to the complex world of aircraft sales and purchases, there are many hurdles to overcome. Three significant challenges that often arise during these transactions are the difficulties in securing a slot in an aircraft maintenance facility for a pre-buy inspection and navigating the intricate landscape of aircraft part supply. Furthermore, obtaining engineering … Continued

Introduction Avgas The aviation industry has long relied on Avgas 100LL (Low Lead) as the primary fuel for piston-powered aircraft. However, concerns about environmental impact and health risks associated with leaded fuels, have led to the development of unleaded alternatives. Two of these alternatives are Avgas UL91 and UL94, designed to offer similar performance while … Continued

The stock market is often seen as a good barometer of the economy, a strong economic can be measured by a stock market that is doing well. When the economic is doing well, we can see an increased demand for business jets. This increased demand is caused by executives that travel more frequently and the … Continued

We often get this question from business jet owners. Although there is not one easy answer possible, we can see some trends among business jet owners.  Here are four trends we noticed: As mentioned, everyone has his own reason to sell. Some business jet owners are just selling to make a quick buck, while other … Continued

The Cessna CitationJet (model 525) was developed to replace the older Cessna 500 Citation I (model 500) and Cessna Citation II aircraft. (model 550). The first flight of the 525 was in April 1991 and the first delivery took place in March 1993. Unlike earlier models, the 525 has been developed from the start to … Continued

When you are in the market to purchase an aircraft, you probably have noticed the term “off market”. But what does this exactly mean? There are multiple definitions about an off-market aircraft, but in general we can say that an aircraft is off market, when it is not traded or marketed on the open market/channels. … Continued