One of the first questions every aircraft owner asks is: “How much will my aviation insurance cost?” The answer? It depends, and in aviation, it depends on a lot more than most people realize. Unlike auto or homeowners insurance, aviation insurance premiums are calculated from dozens of data points, from your aircraft’s hull value to […]
Posts with category aircraft renters insurance (26 articles)
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 […]
Non-Owned Helicopter Insurance for Student Pilots. Do You Really Need It?
If you’re a student pilot learning to fly helicopters, there’s a lot to think about. Airspace. Autorotations. Ground effect. Emergency procedures. But there’s one thing most students and their families overlook until it’s too late: What happens if something goes wrong, and the school’s insurance doesn’t cover you? At BWI, we’ve worked with hundreds of […]
Robinson R44 Insurance: Rates, Requirements, and Everything You Need to Know
If you’re flying a Robinson R44, or planning to, it’s essential to understand how to properly insure it. Whether you’re a private owner flying for recreation, a CFI giving dual instruction, or managing a small charter fleet, your insurance policy needs to reflect how you fly, where you fly, and who’s flying. The R44 may […]
Aircraft Renters Insurance from BWI

You should do two things when borrowing or renting someone’s aircraft. First, show gratitude to the owner for trusting you with their aircraft (very few do). Then buy aircraft renters insurance to protect yourself and the aircraft in case of an aviation occurrence. While showing gratitude will cost you nothing, aircraft renters insurance, aka, non-owned […]
Physical Damage and Aviation Renters Insurance

Liability might come first to mind when you think about renting or flying a non-owned aircraft, but you also can’t forget to protect yourself in case you cause physical damage the plane you are flying. Aircraft physical damage coverage, is an optional coverage in an aviation renters insurance policy and provides hull coverage for a […]
When Do You Need Aircraft Renters Insurance?

Any time you are pilot in command of an airplane that you do not own, you should make sure that you have an aircraft renter’s insurance policy in place, as secondary coverate to protect your liability exposure. The FBO, your flight school, or the person who let you borrow their plane should have their own […]
Things To Know About Flying Club Insurance
Flying clubs can be an excellent way to save on aircraft ownership costs, but they can also be expensive to insure. It is not uncommon for a club to have both seasoned and student pilots. Some clubs have one aircraft, whereas others have several. You can easily see how these factors would impact insurance premiums. […]
Are You Ready For Flight School?

Flight school is a big commitment in both time and money, so it is important to ask yourself if you are ready for flight school before you take the plunge. Get your preparation out of the way so you can focus on the joy of learning to fly. Preparing For Flight School Financially The cost […]
Seriously Discussing Aviation Insurance

Aviation insurance is as vital as any other type of insurance for business owners and individuals who fly. It is crucial to have a good understanding of what aviation insurance covers before signing up for a policy. Let’s look at a few details regarding aviation insurance. What Does Aviation Insurance Cover? Here are some of […]
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