Appraisals

At L & W Aircraft Appraisal and Consulting, we offer our clients:

• Comprehensive Inspections: A thorough examination of the airframe, engines, props, instrumentation, avionics, and all related systems.

• Documentation Review: Careful analysis of aircraft documentation, logbooks, and associated records.

• Value Analysis: Computer-based analysis of relevant value data.

• Appraisal Certification: A sealed certificate of appraisal along with a detailed computerized report provided to the client.

​

Why Do You Need an Aircraft Appraisal?

​

• Market Value Assessment: Obtain a professional opinion on the current market value of an aircraft.

• Renovation or Modification Value: Get an expert evaluation of an aircraft's worth for renovation or modification purposes.

• Tax Safeguard: Secure a professional assessment to protect against excessive tax assessments, capital gains, and other tax implications.

• Damage Claims Verification: Validate damage claims from incidents such as fire, hail, windstorms, accidents, and other disasters.

• Informed Decision-Making: Use the appraisal as a basis for making informed financial commitments regarding aircraft acquisition.

• Condition Evidence: Provide independent evidence of an aircraft’s overall condition.

• Financing and Insurance Assistance: Aid prospective buyers in securing financing or insurance.

• Collateral Valuation for Financial Institutions: Help financial institutions substantiate the nature and value of the aircraft as collateral.

• Loan Portfolio Support: Assist financial institutions in supporting their loan portfolios during examinations by loan committees or bank examiners.

 

How Much Will an Aircraft Appraisal Cost?

​

Fees vary based on the type of aircraft, its year, make, model, and the time required to complete the analysis of all relevant data.

​

How Much Time Should an Appraiser Expect to Complete the Report?

​

Clients should allow sufficient time for a thorough appraisal. While the actual aircraft inspection may take a short time, significant effort will be dedicated to researching data and preparing the report.

​

For more information or to schedule an appraisal, please contact us!