Posts with category Blog (228 articles)

  If you’re a private owner flying a Robinson R22, insurance is a necessary part of safe and legal flying. But it doesn’t have to be the most expensive part. At BWI, we’ve helped thousands of private helicopter owners get insured, and one of the most common questions we hear is: “How can I bring […]

  Whether you’re a student, CFI, or contract pilot flying helicopters you don’t own, non-owned rotorwing insurance is one of the smartest decisions you can make. But once you decide to get coverage, the next big question is: “How much liability and damage protection do I actually need?” There’s no one-size-fits-all answer; what’s right for […]

The Cirrus SR20 has earned a reputation as one of the most modern, capable, and safety-conscious entry-level aircraft on the market. It’s sleek, efficient, and comes standard with the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS), making it a popular choice for flight schools, students, and private owners. But here’s what most pilots don’t realize. Insuring the […]

  If you’re insuring your Cirrus SR22, you’ve probably come across a term that most brokers mention, but few take time to explain properly: Smooth liability. It sounds better. It feels safer. It often costs more. But is it worth it? At BWI, we’ve worked with thousands of Cirrus aircraft owners, including SR22 and SR22T […]

  Getting insured in a Cirrus Vision Jet is a different game than quoting a piston aircraft. The process is more complex. The stakes are higher. And training plays a much bigger role in whether you get approved or declined. At BWI, we’ve quoted dozens of SF50 Vision Jets and worked directly with the few […]

  If you own or operate a Robinson R22, chances are you’ve come across the term “Open Pilot Warranty” (or OPW) while reviewing your insurance policy. But what does it actually mean? How does it affect your coverage? And more importantly, should you have one? At BWI, we’ve insured thousands of R22 owners and flight […]

  You already know your Cirrus SR22 is different. It flies faster. It trains smarter. It protects better. But what about your insurance policy? At BWI, we’ve insured thousands of Cirrus aircraft, many of them SR22s and SR22Ts, and we’ve reviewed just as many quotes written by brokers who don’t specialize in Cirrus. Here’s the […]

    Insurance can feel like a hassle—until the moment you need it. If you’re flying helicopters you don’t own, whether as a CFI, student, or contract pilot, non-owned rotor-wing insurance can make the difference between financial ruin and peace of mind. At BWI, we’ve handled hundreds of helicopter insurance claims, and we’ve seen firsthand […]

  When it comes to insuring your aircraft, one of the most important decisions you’ll make has nothing to do with your flying hours, the policy limits, or the broker you work with. It’s this: What’s your aircraft worth? At BWI, we don’t assign that number. We don’t tell you what we think your aircraft […]

    In the ever-evolving world of agriculture, drones are quickly becoming one of the most valuable tools in a farmer’s arsenal. From crop monitoring and mapping to precision spraying, agricultural drones are helping farmers increase efficiency, cut costs, and make smarter decisions. But as with any powerful tool, using drones comes with risks, and […]