About Appraisals
A Few Things You Should Know
An appraisal is simply an opinion of value written with knowledge, expertise and credibility. Developing an appraisal is intricate and not just looking up book values and sales records. An improper or unqualified evaluation of an aircraft can lead trouble for principles involved.
High values are more common than lower ones. Whether you're a buyer, seller, banker or insurance company, you've got a major stake in ensuring the amount paid for an aircraft is correct and reasonable. This is known only through an independent and objective third-party examination of both the aircraft and its records.
Certified Appraisals A Few Things You Should Know
An appraisal is simply an opinion of value written with knowledge, expertise, and credibility. Developing an appraisal is intricate and not just looking up book values, sales, and records. A Certified Appraisal promotes confidence. An improper or unqualified evaluation of an aircraft can lead to trouble for unsuspecting buyers, sellers, financiers, and insurance professionals.
High values are more common than lower ones. Whether you're a buyer, seller, banker or insurance company, you've got a major stake in ensuring the amount paid for an aircraft is correct and reasonable. This is known only through an independent and objective third-party examination of both the aircraft and its records.


A professional aircraft appraiser
Must acquire all the facts about the aircraft in question. The appraiser thoroughly examines the aircraft log books, inspects the exterior and interior surfaces of the aircraft, and pays close attention to the general condition as well as the maintenance history of the aircraft. One of the tools the appraiser uses is the Professional Aircraft Appraisal Organization’s extensive computer based system that assists the appraiser in producing accurate and prompt aircraft appraisals.