Sales & Acquisitions
Expert aircraft brokerage — representing buyers and sellers with independent advice, market intelligence, and end-to-end transaction management.
Your Independent Aircraft Broker
Whether you are acquiring your first aircraft or adding to an existing fleet, or looking to sell at the right price to the right buyer, Feathers Aviation acts as your dedicated broker throughout the entire transaction.
We represent your interests — not the seller’s, not the buyer’s. Our team brings firsthand aviation knowledge, global market access, and a transactional process designed to protect your position at every stage.
Aircraft Acquisition
Finding the right aircraft is only one piece of the equation. We handle the full acquisition — from market search to closing — so you purchase with confidence.
The pre-owned aircraft market is opaque. Pricing varies widely, maintenance histories differ, and sellers’ disclosures are only as reliable as the seller. A buyer without representation is at a structural disadvantage from the first conversation.
When you engage Feathers Aviation as your acquisition broker, you gain a team that sources aircraft across our global network, independently evaluates each option, commissions and manages the pre-purchase inspection, and negotiates on your behalf through to closing and delivery.
Market Search & Sourcing
We search our full network — public listings, dealer inventory, and off-market opportunities — to identify every viable option matching your mission, payload, and budget.
Independent Evaluation
We assess and rank options against your requirements, flag maintenance concerns, and present a clear comparison before you commit to any inspection cost.
Pre-Purchase Inspection
We select, brief, and manage independent MRO facilities for your pre-purchase inspection. Our team reviews findings and advises on any price adjustments or conditions.
Negotiation & Closing
We negotiate purchase price, terms, and conditions — then coordinate escrow, title, FAA documentation, and delivery logistics through to the day you take ownership.
Aircraft Sales
Achieving the right sale price for your aircraft requires more than a listing. It requires positioning, qualified buyer access, and a broker who moves deals to close.
Market Valuation
We establish a defensible, current market value for your aircraft using comparable sales data, condition-adjusted analysis, and real-time demand intelligence.
Marketing & Positioning
Professional photography, detailed specifications, and targeted outreach to qualified buyers across our network and the major aviation marketplaces.
Buyer Qualification
We vet every inquiry before it consumes your time. Only verified, financially qualified buyers are presented for your consideration.
Transaction Management
From LOI through escrow, inspection, and closing, we manage every document, deadline, and party — protecting your interests and keeping the deal moving.
Most aircraft are sold by the owner alone or through a broker with misaligned incentives. Getting to closing — at the right price, to a qualified buyer, without delays — requires active management of the process at every stage.
Feathers Aviation markets your aircraft aggressively, filters out unqualified interest, and manages the transaction from signed LOI through to funds in escrow and title transferred. You are kept informed, not burdened.
How It Works With Feathers
A structured, transparent process on both sides of the transaction.
Initial Consultation
We start with a direct conversation about your aircraft, your timeline, and your goals. Buyers walk us through mission requirements and budget. Sellers share the aircraft’s history, condition, and any context relevant to pricing.
Market Intelligence
We pull current market data — active listings, recent comparable sales, demand trends by category — and present a clear picture of where your transaction fits in the current market.
Search or Marketing
Buyers: we begin an active search across public and off-market channels. Sellers: we prepare your aircraft for market — documentation, photography, and targeted outreach — and field all inbound enquiries.
Due Diligence & Inspection
Once a match is identified, we manage the technical due diligence — pre-purchase inspection at a qualified MRO, records review, title search — and negotiate any findings into the final terms.
Closing & Delivery
We coordinate closing with escrow, FAA registration, bill of sale, and any export documentation. We stay on the deal until ownership is transferred and both parties are satisfied.
A Broker Who Works for You
We are not a marketplace. We are an aviation team that takes personal responsibility for every transaction we touch.
Pilots at the Table
Our team has firsthand knowledge of the aircraft we broker. When we evaluate a turboprop against a light jet, or assess an inspection report, we do it with the perspective of someone who has operated the equipment.
No Inventory Conflicts
We don’t own aircraft and we don’t hold inventory positions. Every recommendation we make is driven purely by what is right for your transaction — not what is convenient for us.
Global Market Access
We access inventory and buyers across North America, Europe, and Latin America. The right aircraft or the right buyer for your transaction is rarely in your immediate market.
Direct Communication
You deal with our team directly — not a call center or junior coordinator. You’ll always reach someone who knows your transaction, your aircraft, and your priorities.
Aircraft Sales & Acquisitions FAQs
A typical aircraft transaction takes 4–8 weeks from accepted offer to closing, depending on pre-purchase inspection scheduling, financing, title search, and escrow processes. Highly sought-after aircraft can sell faster; complex transactions with international parties may take longer. Feathers Aviation manages every step of the process to keep timelines on track.
A pre-purchase inspection (PPI) is a comprehensive technical examination of the aircraft by an independent, FAA-certified maintenance facility. It covers airframe, engine(s), avionics, logbooks, and compliance with applicable airworthiness directives. The PPI protects buyers from inheriting hidden maintenance issues and is a standard condition of any well-structured purchase agreement.
For seller-side representation, Feathers Aviation earns a commission based on the final sale price—a structure that aligns our incentive with maximizing your outcome. Buyer-side representation may be structured differently. We are transparent about our fee structure from day one—contact us to discuss the specifics for your transaction.
Yes. We work with a network of aviation-specific lenders and can connect you with financing options tailored to your credit profile and the aircraft you’re purchasing. Aircraft loans typically require 10–20% down, and rates and terms vary by lender and aircraft age. We can help you navigate the financing landscape alongside the purchase process.
Beyond the acquisition price, buyers should budget for pre-purchase inspection costs ($2,000–$15,000+ depending on aircraft type), sales tax (varies by state), title and escrow fees, initial maintenance items identified in the PPI, insurance, and any desired avionics upgrades. Feathers Aviation provides a comprehensive cost-of-ownership analysis before you commit.
Aircraft value is determined by airframe and engine time, maintenance status, avionics configuration, damage history, and current market demand. We use industry valuation guides such as Vref and Aircraft Bluebook alongside active market data from recent comparable sales to arrive at a realistic, defensible asking price.
Yes. We have experience facilitating cross-border transactions involving aircraft registered outside the United States, including FAA de-registration/re-registration, import/export documentation, and coordination with foreign civil aviation authorities. International transactions require additional planning, and we recommend starting the process early.
An experienced broker brings market knowledge, a qualified buyer network, negotiation expertise, and transaction management that protect your interests and typically result in better outcomes—higher sale prices for sellers, better-vetted aircraft for buyers, and fewer costly surprises for everyone. Feathers Aviation represents your interests exclusively throughout the transaction.