Appraisals

Buying an aircraft, whether it’s your first time or your 100th, is, and should be an exciting time. But don’t let your excitement override your desire to get the best deal for your money.

Aircraft values are changing every month, if not more frequently. Don’t’ get caught paying too many of your hard earned dollars on what might appear to be a good deal. As they say “You can’t judge a book by its cover”.

There are four basic steps to consider in the acquisition process which will lead to the fifth and final step. Skip any one and you could have serious regrets.

1. Identify your needs and your operating budget.
2. Locate several good prospects.
3. Get a Professional Appraisal.
4. Have a quality shop do a pre-purchase inspection.
5. Enjoy your acquisition.

Crown Aviation can help you find and identify the right aircraft that best suits your needs. For example, just because it has four seats does not necessarily mean that it is a four place aircraft. Or a low time engine may not be worth what the seller thinks it is. See FAQ.

Paul Quinn, of Crown Aviation has been involved with light aircraft since 1966, when he soloed an Aeronca Chief on floats on Lake Union in Seattle, and is now a Captain for a major airline. He has over 25,000 hours of flight time, of which 14,000 hours is in light aircraft, ultralights and helicopters. As a Certified Aircraft Appraiser and a member of the National Aircraft Appraisers Association (NAAA), he can help you avoid many for the pitfalls of aircraft purchasing.

Crown Aviation, located at the Snohomish County Airport (KPAE) in Everett WA, has been providing aircraft maintenance, avionics, panel design, installations and repairs since 1982. Questions on maintenance call toll free 1-866-355-4088 or in the local area 1-425-355-4088.

For appraisal information call Paul at Crown Aviation or at 206-719-7199.