An aviator's field guide to buying an airplane : practical insights for purchasing a personal aircraft

Summary: "In 'An Aviator's Field Guide to Buying an Airplane' author Jason Blair shares his experience of purchasing his own and well as helping numerous customers buy, sell, manage, and choose the right aircraft for their needs. The book is the result of years of industry experience and notes he has passed along to his own customers and students, and now compiled to share with the broader aviation community. This book is a detailed dive into the decision and practice of buying an aircraft that allows the reader to learn from his experience, from other people's mistakes, and from best practices. It will help you make the most out of your decision to, as well as how to buy an aircraft."--Provided by publisher.

Record details

ISBN: 9781619548411
ISBN: 1619548410
Physical Description: print
xiii, 139 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm
Publisher: Newcastle, Washington : Aviation Supplies & Academics, [2020]
Copyright: ©2020

Content descriptions

Formatted Contents Note:

Deciding whether to buy an aircraft -- Alternatives to ownership -- Beyond the purchase price; the real cost of aircraft ownership and operation -- Choosing the correct airplane: the make and model -- Avionics and optional features -- Older vs. newer aircraft -- Finding your aircraft of choice -- Costs of purchasing an aircraft -- Evaluating the aircraft -- Negotiating the final purchase price -- Financing your aircraft purchase -- Insuring your aircraft -- Getting the purchase paperwork correct -- Getting your new aircraft home -- "Stepping up" aircraft -- Considering experimental aircraft -- Time to go buy?.