Never enough can be said here. Prior to the aircraft leaving for pre purchase “all” records should be itemized with a very detailed inventory list. Boxes of some sort should be used to hold all historical records and these should be identified in some manner and shown on the inventory list by number (could...
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Posts Tagged ‘ Prebuy ’
Pre-Purchase Planning, Part 4 – Log Books and Records
Pre-Purchase Planning, Part 3
Cockpit At some point in advance of the aircraft traveling to pre purchase there should be a complete and thorough cockpit sweep and avionics functional check (it is a good idea to have a pilot and maintenance person work together here). Preferably this should be done far enough in advance to address any major...
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Pre-Purchase Planning, Part 1
This is the first in a series of blog posts regarding pre-purchase inspection planning. These are, however, good ideas for all owners and departments to watch for throughout the life of your ownership. Each post will focus on a different part of the aircraft. Exterior Start with a complete external aircraft walk around by maintenance personnel...
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First Time Buyers – more than just an acquisition
Yesterday we closed on two different aircraft. One was an acquisition for a first time buyer and it was one of two first time buyers we have been working with (the other project is still in process). We have a successful history of working with a lot of first time buyers and they are...
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