The BWI aviation insurance blog
Practical answers for aircraft owners, pilots and drone operators. Explore coverage questions, ownership decisions and the details worth discussing with your insurance team.
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Flying is fun as it is. But the adrenaline-pumping aerobatics like a knife edge spinup or pulling off an inside or outside loop make flying a truly cosmic experience. Unfortunately, you don’t get to pull such plane stunts unless you participate in top airshows like EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. As always, safety comes first in aviation, […]
Cessna built aircraft are some of the most widely produced and well known aircraft in the world. Whether you own a Cessna 172 or a Citation Jet, know that you have a well built aircraft but no matter how well it’s built or how great of a pilot you are, you can’t completely protect it […]
As technology advances, we find more efficient and cost-effective ways to get our jobs done, and farming is no exception. With the boom in unmanned aircraft technology, it’s no surprise that farmers have started applying these tools to fulfill their crop spraying needs. But like with all technologies, old and new, accidents can happen, so […]
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. Storm planning starts before severe weather reaches your airport. Review your […]
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