“It’s tough to make predictions, especially about the future.”—Yogi Berra As published in BusinessAir Magazine Issue #12. Before we move on to 2022 predictions, I always like to make a few comments about how we did last year. Despite the pandemic we actually did get a few things right and a few close. We predicted…
DetailsAs published in BusinessAir magazine issue #11 2021. Chances are, if you are perusing the pages of this magazine you are considering buying a plane. Whether written down or not, you have a comfort zone for the capital that you have to spend. Before you take the plunge, make sure you know how deep the water…
DetailsAs published in BusinessAir Magazine issue #9 2021. Last month we discussed what is going on with used aircraft values. In this article we will provide some background for consideration. The used aircraft market represents the closest market to Adam Smith’s invisible hand. While it is small and subject to various whims of irrational…
DetailsIt has almost become cliché to state that we are in unchartered waters in the aviation industry. We had a drastic change in the market after the financial crisis, followed by a tepid recovery. Then COVID hit and we saw prices adjust to the new normal of COVID. Now we are seeing prices go up in…
DetailsSummaryArticle NameWhy are you paying a broker for your aircraft purchase?DescriptionMy recent article on the value added by using a professional aircraft broker in your next aircraft purchase.Author Mike McCracken Publisher Name Hawkeye Aircraft Acquisitions
DetailsMark Twain is quoted as saying: “It ain’t what you know that gets you in trouble. It’s what you know for sure that just ain’t so.” This is a great quote for all parts of life. The advice is particularly adept for people buying and selling aircraft. Recently I had several conversations with industry insiders…
DetailsIf you have read last months article you understand how important it is to have a well qualified team on your side for the purchase and sale of an aircraft. But, how do you select who the right team members are? Selecting the right team can be a daunting task even for those who have…
DetailsIt is our opinion that aircraft values are in a new paradigm. We feel historical references to past downturns should only be viewed with a minimal historical framework. This aviation downturn is quite different than past downturns on several fronts. First, we entered this downturn in a period of tepid demand and not bubble prices. …
DetailsWhat next? When I first started in this business in the early 80’s I was told “If you don’t like change, then aviation is not the place for you.” Our industry has certainly lived up to that saying. So what is next? If I knew for sure, I would not be writing articles and trying…
DetailsThe fear of the Coronavirus has disrupted airline travel and corporate travel to and from infected areas. It has turned the stock market on its ear. World markets are suffering from everything from supply chain issues to goods manufactured in areas like China. What does it mean for private aviation? This is a good time to…
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