Most pilots focus on risk in the air. Engine failure. Weather. Hard landings. Runway excursions. But in 2026, a significant percentage of aircraft damage claims occur on the ground, inside hangars, during taxi, during towing, or while parked. That’s why airplane hangar insurance matters. Aircraft are vulnerable when stored. Hangars can suffer: Fire Storm damage […]
Posts with category aircraft hanger insurance (10 articles)
Aircraft Hangar Insurance for Owners and Tenants
Historical military transport aircraft inside a depaint hangar, December 2008. General hangar context only; this is not a BWI customer facility or a depiction of an insured loss. Photo: Sue Sapp / U.S. Air Force, Wikimedia Commons; public domain in the United States as an official federal work. Resized without cropping. If you own or […]
Airplane Insurance Company- How Aviation Insurance Really Works (and Which Companies Matter Most)
When aircraft owners start shopping for airplane insurance, one of the first questions they ask is, “Which airplane insurance company is the best?” It’s a great question, but it’s also one that’s often misunderstood. Unlike car or home insurance, where you buy directly from a single company like GEICO or State Farm, aviation insurance works […]
BWI Aviation Insurance- Protecting Pilots and Aircrafts Since 1977
When it comes to aviation insurance, experience matters. Since 1977, BWI Aviation Insurance has been a trusted name in protecting aircraft owners, pilots, and aviation businesses nationwide. From piston singles to turbine jets, helicopters, and drones, BWI has built a reputation for unmatched service, competitive rates, and deep industry expertise. In this guide, we’ll explain […]
Blog: Hangared vs. Tied Down: How Storage Impacts Your Aircraft Insurance Rate
When it comes to aircraft ownership, most pilots think about performance, safety, maintenance, and hangar availability. But one factor that often gets overlooked until renewal time is this: Where you store your aircraft can significantly affect your insurance premium. Whether your airplane is hangared or tied down can shift how underwriters classify your risk—and that […]
Which Aircraft Are the Easiest To Insure?

Experimental Aircraft Need an Individual Insurance Review There is no universal list of experimental aircraft that every insurer will accept or find easiest to insure. Describe the exact model, completion and certification status, requested value, proposed pilots and intended use. Distinguish construction, ground testing, flight testing, transition instruction and routine flying. Ask which activities the […]
Higher Aircraft Insurance Liability Limits

Higher Aircraft Insurance Liability Limits: Complete Coverage Guide There is a lot to consider when you choose your aviation insurance, including determining the optimal liability limits for your aircraft. While many pilots choose the standard aircraft insurance liability limits of $1,000,000 total liability with $100,000 per passenger sublimits, others require higher coverage based on their […]
Hangarkeeper’s Liability Insurance From BWI

Hangarkeepers Liability Insurance Coverage & Protection Whether a plane is in a hangar for storage, repair, or safekeeping between flights, its main protection is the hangarkeeper’s liability insurance. Understanding this specialized aviation insurance coverage is crucial for hangar owners, FBOs, and aircraft repair facilities. It is also important for aircraft owners to understand what is […]
Aircraft Insurance Questions Before You Buy
Cessna 172 Skyhawk, photographed March 2025. General aircraft ownership context only; no BWI customer, quoted aircraft or claim is depicted. Photo: Oleg Yunakov / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized without cropping; this image derivative is shared under the same license. No endorsement implied. Before buying an aircraft, review insurance availability and terms for that […]
Aircraft Hangar Insurance Guide

Aircraft hangars serve multiple uses, from aircraft storage and warehouse facilities to repair and refueling facilities. Whether you own a hangar or you use or rent one for commercial purposes, having aircraft hangar insurance is critical. Insurance protects the structure, the contents, and you or your business from liability for injuries, damage, or pollution. Types […]
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