When most pilots receive an aircraft insurance quote, they assume it’s based on a few key factors: hull value, total flight hours, maybe claim history. And while those elements are important, they only scratch the surface. The truth? Underwriters evaluate over 30 different data points when determining your aircraft insurance rate. Some are straightforward. Others are […]
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Robinson R22 Insurance for Student Pilots. What You Need to Know Before You Fly
If you’re a student pilot learning to fly in a Robinson R22, there’s one thing most schools and instructors won’t tell you until something goes wrong: You’re not automatically covered by the school’s insurance. At BWI, we’ve worked with hundreds of student pilots across the country, and most of them come to us after realizing […]
The True Cost of a Lapsed Aircraft Insurance Policy
Letting an aircraft insurance policy lapse. Whether it’s due to forgetfulness, a planned gap in flying, or an assumption that “a few days won’t matter,” the result is the same: A lapsed policy can cost you thousands of dollars in increased premiums—and even worse, it can leave you completely exposed. In this article, we’re going […]
Your Aircraft. Your Life. Are You Covered?
When most aircraft owners think about insurance, their minds go straight to hull value. “What’s my plane worth?” “What’s the deductible?” “How much will it cost to fix if I scrape a wing?” Important questions? Absolutely. But not the most important. Because in aviation, the biggest financial risk isn’t usually your aircraft. It’s the liability […]
Top 5 Signs It’s Time to Switch Your Aircraft Insurance Broker
Choosing the right aircraft insurance broker is one of the most important decisions you can make as a pilot or aircraft owner. The broker you work with isn’t just a middleman, they’re your advocate, your advisor, and your frontline resource when things go wrong. Yet many aircraft owners stick with the same broker year after […]
New to Aircraft Ownership? Here’s Your Insurance Guide
So you just bought your first aircraft. Congratulations! Becoming an aircraft owner is one of the most exciting milestones a pilot can achieve. But with ownership comes responsibility—and one of the most critical (and often confusing) responsibilities is securing the right insurance policy. Whether you’ve bought a Cessna 172, a Cirrus SR22, or a Piper […]
Robinson R44 Insurance and Smooth Liability. What It Is and How to Qualify
If you own or operate a Robinson R44, you’ve probably heard the term “smooth liability” during your insurance quote process. But what does it actually mean? Why do some pilots qualify—and others don’t? And how much does it cost? At BWI, we help helicopter owners quote, structure, and bind R44 insurance policies that include or […]
Smooth Liability and the Vision Jet. Is It Worth It?
If you’re flying a Cirrus Vision Jet, or preparing to, there’s a good chance you’ve heard the term “smooth liability.” It sounds better. It feels safer. But it also costs a bit more. So here’s the big question: Is smooth liability worth it for Vision Jet owners? After quoting dozens of SF50 policies over the […]
How to Speed Up Your Cirrus SR20 Quote Without Cutting Corners
You’ve picked the perfect aircraft. The Cirrus SR20 is fast, reliable, safe, and built with features student and private pilots love. Now all that’s left is one more thing: Getting insured, fast. At BWI, we’ve quoted and insured thousands of Cirrus aircraft, including hundreds of SR20s. And while the process is simpler than insuring a […]
Insuring the Robinson R22 for Flight Schools and Instructors. A Complete Guide
If you run a flight school or instruct in Robinson R22 helicopters, insurance isn’t just a box to check, it’s a critical part of protecting your business, your instructors, your students, and your aircraft. The R22 is a powerful tool in the hands of the right instructor. It’s compact, cost-efficient, and perfect for teaching the […]
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