general aviation insurance

Reviewed October 26, 2026. Before buying a Cessna 182, request insurance terms for the actual aircraft, pilots and intended operation. The purchase process should leave time to resolve approval, training, coverage and effective-date questions before the intended flight. Identify the aircraft you intend to buy Provide the exact model designation, year, registration, configuration and equipment […]

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 […]

When pilots start shopping for a Mooney, one concern comes up almost immediately. “Insurance must be expensive.” It’s understandable. After all, Mooneys are known for speed. They’re high-performance aircraft. Many models feature retractable landing gear. Some are turbocharged. Others cruise at speeds that rival aircraft costing significantly more to own and operate. On paper, they […]

If you’ve ever applied for aircraft insurance and wondered why the insurance company asks so many questions, you’re not alone. Many Bonanza owners are surprised by the amount of information underwriters request. They want to know: Total flight time Time in make and model Instrument rating Claims history Aircraft value Training history Aircraft usage Recent […]

Reviewed October 26, 2026. A Cirrus insurance renewal deserves a review of the aircraft, pilots, intended use and proposed coverage before you compare the annual premium. An SR22, SR22T and Vision Jet SF50 should each be evaluated using the terms offered for that specific aircraft and operation. The quote exports reviewed for this update do […]

Reviewed October 26, 2026. Comparing insurance for a fixed-gear Skylane and a retractable-gear aircraft starts with the exact aircraft records and proposed terms. Ask for a quote for each aircraft you are considering rather than applying a standard gear-related percentage to another owner’s premium. The quote records reviewed for this update do not establish a […]

Few aircraft have earned a stronger reputation in the backcountry than the Maule. For decades, Maule aircraft have been the airplane of choice for pilots who need real utility, short-field performance, rugged construction, and the ability to reach places that many aircraft simply cannot. Whether you’re operating from a mountain strip in Idaho, a gravel […]

If you own a Mooney—or you’re thinking about buying one—you’ve probably wondered why two pilots flying nearly identical aircraft can receive dramatically different insurance premiums. One pilot receives multiple competitive quotes. Another pilot struggles to get options. One owner sees a premium decrease. Another sees an increase. What changed? The answer is usually not the […]

A reported market decrease does not mean every Bonanza renewal will fall by the same amount. Your aircraft value, pilots, claims and requested cover can change between policy periods. Compare those facts before judging a renewal by price. Understand the historical figures BWI’s Q1 2026 Premium Intelligence Report described 110 Beechcraft renewals with more than […]