Aircraft Appraisals

Hiring an ASA accredited appraiser gives you a credible, defensible aircraft valuation that banks, courts, insurers, and buyers respect. The American Society of Appraisers enforces strict ethical standards, ongoing education, and adherence to Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) guidelines. This level of professionalism reduces risk in high-value aircraft transactions and helps you avoid costly disputes or financing complications.

An accurate appraisal for your business jet or turboprop considers far more than basic estimates. We deliver USPAP-compliant aircraft appraisals that factor in year, model, total time, engine hours, maintenance records, avionics upgrades, airframe condition, and current market data. For a quick initial view, we can review standard index values over the phone as a helpful starting point.

Most clients provide recent interior and exterior photos, maintenance history from programs like Cescom or CAMP, equipment lists, and details on any modifications. The more complete the information, the stronger and more defensible your aircraft valuation becomes.

Turnaround is very fast once scope and records are set. Urgent files can be accelerated; ask on your free preliminary call. We work at the pace your deal requires.

Common price guides give general trends but miss aircraft-specific details like airframe condition, avionics upgrades, and actual transaction data. A professional aircraft appraisal from RAD Jets provides a precise, defensible market value that lenders, insurers, and buyers trust.

Desktop options work for many standard cases. However, a physical inspection delivers the greatest accuracy when the aircraft has modifications, high time, or complex history. We recommend the best approach based on your needs.

Experience makes the difference. With deep background in aircraft sales and Senior Accredited Appraiser status, RAD Jets brings practical market insight that improves accuracy and speed for business jet and turboprop valuations.

We provide certified aircraft appraisals and aircraft appraisal services for business jets and turboprops. This includes valuations for financing, insurance, estate planning, pre-purchase, pre-sale, and fleet assessments across the United States. We also provide fair market lease rate opinion letters (hourly and monthly), a separate product that is not a USPAP appraisal.

A professional appraisal involves in-depth research into your aircraft’s specific records, condition, upgrades, and the current market, not just published averages. This customization and USPAP compliance produce a credible, defensible valuation that lenders, insurers, courts, and buyers rely on. The modest investment in accuracy frequently prevents far larger issues or losses during buying, selling, or financing transactions.

Yes. I’m happy to review a standard index value for your plane during a no-obligation phone call and explain how it compares to a more precise, aircraft-specific appraisal. This quick conversation helps you understand the general market range and decide if a formal valuation is the right next step. Reach out anytime to schedule your free preliminary discussion.

We proudly serve aircraft owners, buyers, financial institutions, and insurers with private jets located anywhere in the United States. Whether you need a fast desktop valuation or a detailed on-site inspection, we deliver professional, responsive service with the same high standards.

It’s easy. Contact us with basic information about your aircraft (year, make, model, and general condition). We’ll discuss your specific needs, whether for financing, insurance, estate planning, a lease rate opinion letter (not USPAP), or any other purpose, recommend the right product, and outline a clear path forward. Our process is straightforward and designed to move at the pace your deal requires. Get in touch today to discuss your aircraft appraisal needs.