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Drones can help farmers spot problems in their fields, spread seed or fertilizer, and apply pesticides or other treatments. With the increased use of drones in agriculture comes an increased need for insurance coverage specifically tailored for this use. Before you use a drone on your farm, you should understand the basics of drone aerial […]
Helicopters are known for their versatility. Unlike airplanes, a helicopter can take off and land virtually anywhere — a rooftop, the airport, a yacht, the highway, and even backyards. Their adaptability enables them to perform various activities, including emergency medical evacuation, cargo shipping, sightseeing trips, crop spraying, and executive transport. No one can doubt the […]
Experimental Aircraft Need an Individual Insurance Review There is no universal list of experimental aircraft that every insurer will accept or find easiest to insure. Describe the exact model, completion and certification status, requested value, proposed pilots and intended use. Distinguish construction, ground testing, flight testing, transition instruction and routine flying. Ask which activities the […]
Higher Aircraft Insurance Liability Limits: Complete Coverage Guide There is a lot to consider when you choose your aviation insurance, including determining the optimal liability limits for your aircraft. While many pilots choose the standard aircraft insurance liability limits of $1,000,000 total liability with $100,000 per passenger sublimits, others require higher coverage based on their […]
Owning an aircraft is a big commitment in both time and money. To protect yourself, you need several types of aviation insurance. Understanding common terms from an aviation insurance glossary can help you decide which questions to ask your broker when you are deciding on coverage levels. Aviation Insurance Glossary of Common Terms Additional Insured […]
Hangarkeepers Liability Insurance Coverage & Protection Whether a plane is in a hangar for storage, repair, or safekeeping between flights, its main protection is the hangarkeeper’s liability insurance. Understanding this specialized aviation insurance coverage is crucial for hangar owners, FBOs, and aircraft repair facilities. It is also important for aircraft owners to understand what is […]
Cessna 172 Skyhawk, photographed March 2025. General aircraft ownership context only; no BWI customer, quoted aircraft or claim is depicted. Photo: Oleg Yunakov / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized without cropping; this image derivative is shared under the same license. No endorsement implied. Review aviation insurance by separating liability to others from physical damage […]
Cessna 172 Skyhawk, photographed March 2025. General aircraft ownership context only; no BWI customer, quoted aircraft or claim is depicted. Photo: Oleg Yunakov / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized without cropping; this image derivative is shared under the same license. No endorsement implied. Before buying an aircraft, review insurance availability and terms for that […]
Aircraft hangars serve multiple uses, from aircraft storage and warehouse facilities to repair and refueling facilities. Whether you own a hangar or you use or rent one for commercial purposes, having aircraft hangar insurance is critical. Insurance protects the structure, the contents, and you or your business from liability for injuries, damage, or pollution. Types […]
One significant way to reduce the cost of aircraft ownership is to keep aviation insurance costs in check. According to Plane & Pilot magazine, aviation insurance costs have increased significantly since 2018 as the industry has entered a hard market. So while keeping insurance costs in check might seem easier said than done, there are several […]
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