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Aviation Insurance - Portal

This is one of the overcrowded insurance sector in terms of the Agent to consumer ratio.  There are many agents but very few civil aircrafts out there. This market is sure to go up with more interest from first time buyers and the current valuation of used old aircraft is falling down. This decrease in valuation is good for both the agent and the consumer as the premiums drop so does the number of consumers. This section was created to provide information for agents and consumers about the industry, policies, premiums and aviation related information.

What is Aviation Insurance and who needs it?  This section covers the basic aspects on who needs to purchase the aviation insurance policy.

Types of Aviation Insurance policies - this covers the different types of policies and what exactly they cover. There is a powerful purpose of use section which really defines what the policy covers. There are many mistakes customers make which voids their coverage. The link is to an external website with very good information.

Aviation Insurance Quotes and Agents - This covers where you can get quotes and how the quote system works and the importance of highly specialized agents in this niche insurance sector.

Certified Aviation Insurance Professional
In the late 90s, AIA created and launched the industry's first certification program for aviation insurance professionals. The Certified Aviation Insurance Professional (CAIP) designation has been designed to:

• elevate the aviation insurance industry's professional standards,
• enhance individual performance, and
• recognize and designates those who demonstrate the knowledge essential to understanding and managing the concerns of the aviation insurance industry.

Directory of Aviation Insurance Companies and Agents -

• Bill Owen Insurance Brokers Pty Ltd - A Queensland, Australia, firm specializing in aviation insurance but also providing a variety of commercial lines as well as tourism liability insurance.
• Flightsure Aviation Brokers (Pty) Ltd. - An aircraft and general insurance broking company in South Africa and surrounding neighbours.
• SkyTerra, LLC - Offers many types of aircraft as well as aviation liability insurance. Located in Florida, USA; also serves South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Aircraft Appraisal related websites:

• Aero Enterprises - Independent appraisers. Describes services, process and capabilities.
• Air Appraisal Company - NAAA Certified Appraiser provides a either certified or fair market value for airplanes and helicopters.
• Aircraft Acquisition Center - Offers "QuickQuote" online appraisals and appraisal software, as well as tips, tools and resources for aircraft buyers.
• Aircraft Appraisals Unlimited - Providing certified appraisals of all types of aircraft on CD-ROM.
• Aircraft Appraisers International - Describes appraisal process, effects of damage, market valuation versus book valuation, and standards-based reporting.
• Airplane-Appraisal.com - Providing NAAA certified appraisals. Explains the process, lists fees, and provides samples of previous work.
• Great Lakes Aircraft Appraisal - Extensive detail on why a professional appraisal is necessary before comitting to a purchase.
• JetBroker.org - Offering appraisals, parts and expert testimony.
• Logbook Research - Specializing in logbook research and analysis for piston-powered general aviation certified aircraft.
• M&B Aviation Appraisal - Provides certified appraisals or market analysis reports for factory aircraft, helicopters, experimentals, and homebuilts. Details of services and fees.
• National Aircraft Appraisers Association - The Trade Association for professional aircraft appraisers in the United States.
• Nationwide Aircraft Appraisals - NAAA certified, appraiser evaluates small and medium-sized aircraft nationwide. Describes process and costs. Based in Texas.
• Plane Data, Inc. - A list of the services provided, and a description of what they entail.
• R.A Johnson Aircraft Appraisal - Offers appraisals of all makes and models of civil aircraft.
• Tracy Ligon Consulting - Details on what is involved in an appraisal, and a sample.
• Western Aviation, Inc., - Aircraft appraisals and sales, focused on the turbo prop and corporate jet aircraft markets

• Aero Insurance, Inc. - Aviation insurance brokers for personal and commercial use aircraft including airports, airlines, property and workers compensation.
• Aerospace Insurance Managers, Inc. - Provides aviation insurance through independent agents. Products include hull and liability coverage for fixed wing and rotor wing. Also offers airport liability for smaller airports.
• Aircraft Insurance Agency - Providing insurance coverage to both corporate and personal aircrafts of various types, including airplanes, jets, and helicopters.
• Aircraft Title Insurance Agency, Inc. - Offers protection against situations, seen or unforeseen, which could divest an owner or a lender of their interest in an aircraft.
• Assurance International Brokerage Corporation Inc. - Provides coverage for everything from private aircraft to start up airlines.
• Avemco Corp. - Offers aviation insurance. Includes news, FAQs and online quote request.
• Aviation Insurance Agency - Presents a competitively priced proposal for your coverages.
• Aviation Insurance Managers Inc. - Independent brokers who can provide hull, hangarkeepers, pleasure and business liability and airport insurance.
• Aviation Insurance Resources - Insurance for owners or renters of aircraft, helicopters,airports, and commercial aviation companies.
• Aviation Insurance Services - Offers aviation insurance in Nevada, Utah and Florida for airline operations, parts manufacturers, and corporate aircraft operations.
• Aviation Products Liability Services, Inc. - A specialty insurance agency working solely in the aviation products liability marketplace. Offers coverage for manufacturers, distributors and airline suppliers, repair and service, overhaul, and all aviation-related activities.
• Costello Insurance Associates, Inc. - Official brokers for the Soaring Society of America, providing members with a variety of glider related insurance packages.
• CS&A Aviation Insurance - Provides insurance for corporate, charter, and private aircraft and rotorcraft. Services individuals, regional airlines, repair facilities, and aircraft dealers.
• Davidson & Derion Insurance, Inc. - Insures all types of aviation exposures, from aircraft to airports, within the United States. The firm also handles renter pilot coverage and pilot insurance.
• Falcon Insurance Agency - Our customers can be certain that their coverage is carefully tailored and customized to their specific needs.
• First Tower Insurance - First Tower Insurance's online inquiry form was designed for fast and easy insurance quotations.
• Halton Hall & Associates, Inc. - An aviation insurance agency providing commercial and personal coverages.
• Hardy Aviation Insurance - Provides insurance exclusively for the aviation industry. Site describes the company and its products. Located in Wichita, Kansas.
• Hope Aviation Insurance, Inc. - Insurance protection for the aviation industry.
• Hoxton Agency, Inc. - Specializing in flight insurance protection. Includes a FAQ and agency information.
• Kel Petersen & Associates, Inc. - If it's aviation related we insure it.
• Lance Toland Associates - Offering corporate aviation insurance worldwide.
• LL Johns & Associates, Inc. - Provides coverage for aviation operations around the world.
• MacKenzie Aviation Insurance Agency, Inc. - This site has the company's history, online and offline quote forms, and information on policies.
• Mexico Insurance Professionals - When operating a private aircraft in Mexican airspace, one should carry an aircraft liability policy issued by a Mexican insurance company.
• National Aviation Insurance Agency, Inc. - Former underwriters providing corporate and personal aircraft insurance, airport insurance and coverage for any other aviation exposure.
• Pilot Insurance Center - Provides life insurance for pilots. Site includes aviation news and events.
• Professional Insurance Management - Aviation insurance brokerage offering coverage for aircraft, airports, and fleets. Apply online.
• Regal Aviation Insurance - Offering insurance for personal and business aircraft and airport operations in Oregon and Idaho. Site includes instant quotes.
• SkySmith International, Ltd. - Offering aviation and marine insurance, student health, and short term medical.
• Southeast Marine and Aviation Insurance (SEMA) - Offers insurance and risk management programs for the aviation industry.
• Southwest Aviation Insurance Group - Offers all types of private aviation insurance and commercial aviation insurance. Free online aircraft,FBO and hangar insurance quotes.
• Texas Aviation Insurance Group - Independent aviation insurance brokers; will cover aviation for personal, business, corporate, or fleet, as well as pilot life insurance.
• Travers and Associates - Aviation insurance broker. Online quotes available. Licensed in 48 states.
• Wings Agency - Insures aviation risks in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Ohio, Maryland, Delaware, North Carolina and Florida.
• NationAir Insurance Agencies - Provides insurance for the general and corporate aviation industry, with ten branch offices located throughout the United States. Along with aviation insurance, NationAir provides Property and Caualty coverage, workers compensation, errors and omissions coverage. (October 28, 2005)
• Aerorisk Insurance - Aerorisk specializes in insurance for aviation. Coverages include general aviation, helicopters, charters, firefighting, fractional ownership, flight instruction, workers compensation, FBOs, hangars and property, heliports and airports. (June 1, 2005)
• AirSouth Insurance Agency, Inc. - AirSouth is dedicated to providing quality coverage and service to all aspects of the aviation world. (April 10, 2005)
• AOPA Insurance Agency - Provides quotes for personal piston engine aircraft. (April 10, 2005)