
The purpose of an aircraft appraisal is to:
- To obtain a professional independent valuation of the current Market value of an
 aircraft/asset
- To obtain a professional independent valuation of an aircraft to be upgraded
- A professional opinion of the value of an aircraft is useful as a prudent safeguard
 against excessive Tax Assessments, Capital Gains and other taxes
- Appraisals are used to verify Damage Claims resulting from fire, hail, windstorms,
 moving/non-moving incidents, and other natural/manmade disaster
- An appraisal may provide the basis for decision-making in the commitment of funds
 for acquisition/sale
- Provides documented independent evidence of the condition of an aircraft or aviation
 asset
- Helps verify the selling or purchase price of an aircraft
- Assist a prospective purchaser in obtaining financing/leasing or insurance
- Assist the financial institutions by substantiating the current/future market values of
 the aircraft as it relates to collateral
- Assist the financial institution by supporting the Loan Portfolio for examination by the
 Loan Committee and/or Bank Examiner
- Establish value to be used by IRS for charitable contributions/donations
- What will a professional aircraft appraisal cost? Cost will vary contingent upon the
 type aircraft/asset to be appraised. Enclosed you will find a fee schedule


