Amanda Applegate, Partner with Aerlex Law Group, discusses the seller's market in business aviation.
Inventory for many aircraft type, especially those of newer vintage, is significantly lower than it has been in over a decade. Additionally, transaction volume has increased. As a result, as attractive and popular aircraft are listed for sale, sellers are receiving multiple offers almost immediately. We are very much in a seller’s market. Many buyers are looking for aircraft and becoming increasingly frustrated that their desired aircraft is not available for sale and/or that when an aircraft is listed for sale that there are multiple competing offers. In today’s seller’s market, buyers and their representatives must avoid the race to the bottom and understand that the aircraft purchase process takes time. For example, establishing the ownership and operating structure for the aircraft takes time and the due diligence necessary on the aircraft prior to closing, such as the pre-purchase inspection and repair of discrepancies, takes time. Buyers must avoid skipping the necessary steps when acquiring an aircraft.
This article was originally published by Aerlex Law Group on July 13, 2021.
