Most aircraft owners are familiar with retail aviation insurance, buying a policy directly from a broker or agency. But behind the scenes, there’s another layer of the aviation insurance market that plays a critical role: wholesale aircraft insurance. Wholesale brokers provide access to specialized markets, unique risk placements, and underwriting expertise that many retail agents […]
Owning an aircraft is one of life’s greatest privileges — but it also comes with one of the most complex responsibilities: proper insurance. From protecting your aircraft investment to safeguarding yourself against liability, aircraft insurance is the essential foundation of safe, smart aircraft ownership. At BWI Aviation Insurance, we’ve spent more than 45 years helping […]
If you rent or borrow an aircraft, you’re taking on more than just the thrill of flying, you’re taking on legal and financial responsibility for that aircraft every time you take off. Many pilots assume the flight school’s or flying club’s insurance will protect them. Unfortunately, that’s often not the case. Most owners’ or clubs’ […]
If you’re buying an aircraft, or even considering it, one of the first questions that comes to mind is: How much is aircraft insurance? The short answer: it depends. The cost of aircraft insurance can range from under $1,000 per year for small, simple piston aircraft to $25,000+ annually for high-value turbines or jets. But […]
Whether you rent aircraft from a flight school, fly club airplanes, or occasionally borrow a friend’s aircraft, you may be flying with more financial risk than you realize. Even if the aircraft is fully insured by its owner or flight school, their policy protects their airplane, not you. If an accident happens while you’re at […]
If you own an aircraft, you already know that insurance isn’t just a legal formality. it’s a critical layer of financial protection. But when it comes to aircraft insurance cost, many owners are unsure what drives the numbers or how to keep premiums under control. Aircraft insurance can range from under $1,000 per year for […]
Corona, CA — January 1, 2026 — Matt White, CEO of BWI Aviation Insurance, today announced the company’s 2026 technology roadmap, including significant planned enhancements to its iFlyQuote platform, expanded automation capabilities, and the early development phase of a future Commercial Aviation Division. The initiatives reflect BWI’s commitment to modernization, operational efficiency, and long-term […]
Corona, CA — January 1, 2026 — Matt White, CEO of BWI Aviation Insurance, today announced that the company will participate in 12 major aviation events and industry conferences throughout 2026 — marking the agency’s most significant national presence in nearly a decade. The expanded event schedule reflects BWI’s renewed commitment to strengthening relationships with […]
Corona, CA — January 1, 2026 — Matt White, CEO of BWI Aviation Insurance, today announced two major leadership promotions that will support the company’s continued national expansion and operational growth entering 2026. BWI has promoted Kristen Suarez to Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Ryan Ammerman to Sales Manager, marking a significant strengthening of […]
By Matt White, CEO BWI Aviation Insurance Agency, Inc. As we begin 2026, I want to take a moment to reflect on how far BWI has come, and to share a clear view of where we are going. This past year was one of the most important in our company’s 49-year history. We crossed 10,000 […]
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