Posts with category aviation insurance (362 articles)

Maule owners are a different breed of aircraft owner. Most didn’t buy a Maule because it was the easiest airplane to fly. They didn’t buy it because it was the fastest airplane available. And they certainly didn’t buy it because it looked good sitting on a ramp. They bought it because they wanted capability. They […]

The Cessna 182 is one of the most insurable aircraft in general aviation. That surprises many owners. After all, the Skylane is used for everything from local recreational flying to serious IFR travel, mountain flying, backcountry operations, business transportation, and family vacations. The aircraft itself is incredibly versatile. So why can one Cessna 182 owner […]

Ask ten pilots what insurance companies think about Cirrus aircraft and you’ll probably get ten different answers. Some pilots believe underwriters love Cirrus aircraft. Others believe insurance companies are cautious because of the aircraft’s performance capabilities. Some assume the parachute system automatically lowers insurance costs. Others believe Cirrus owners pay significantly more than pilots flying […]

The Cessna 206 has earned a reputation as one of the most versatile aircraft ever built. Few airplanes can match its combination of payload, utility, range, short-field performance, and operational flexibility. A Cessna 206 might spend one day transporting a family on a cross-country trip and the next hauling supplies into a remote hunting camp. […]

One of the most common questions we hear from Beechcraft owners is: “Which Bonanza costs more to insure—the V35 or the F33A?” It’s a fair question. Both aircraft are legendary. Both are respected throughout aviation. Both offer outstanding performance, strong owner loyalty, and decades of proven history. Yet many buyers assume there must be a […]

Maule aircraft occupy a unique place in aviation. They’re not airline trainers. They’re not luxury transportation aircraft. They’re not weekend sightseeing airplanes. A Maule is a utility machine. Owners buy them because they want capability. They want an aircraft that can operate from places where many airplanes never go. That capability is exactly why insurance […]

If you’re buying a Cessna 182, renewing an existing policy, or simply trying to understand what drives Skylane insurance rates, this guide is for you. Few aircraft have earned the reputation of the Cessna 182. For decades, the Skylane has been one of the most popular aircraft in general aviation because it can do almost […]

If you own a Cirrus aircraft, you’ve probably heard insurance companies talk about training. A lot. In fact, after pilot experience and claims history, training may be one of the most important factors influencing how insurance companies evaluate Cirrus owners. Many pilots assume training is simply a box to check. Insurance companies don’t see it […]