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The FAA has rolled out new medical certification updates that affect pilots directly—but aircraft owners have a stake in this too. Whether you’re flying your own plane or hiring someone else to sit in the left seat, compliance with medical rules is critical for safe operations, flight planning, and insurance protection. ✈️ Someone Has To …

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If you’ve noticed aircraft parts taking longer to arrive—or costing more than ever—you’re not alone. The cost of aircraft maintenance and repair has been steadily rising over the past couple of years, and in 2025, it’s a trend that continues to impact owners, operators, and insurers alike. But while headlines might focus on price hikes …

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If you fly a drone—whether for business, recreation, or commercial missions like real estate or agriculture—there’s a new rule you need to understand: Remote ID is now required for most drone flights in the United States. And while that might sound like just another layer of FAA compliance, it could also impact something even more …

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Mother Nature doesn’t discriminate when it comes to threatening aircraft. From spring hailstorms in the Midwest to hurricanes along the Gulf Coast, wildfires in the West, and winter storms in the Northeast, extreme weather poses a year-round risk for aircraft owners nationwide. While you can’t control the forecast—or fire conditions—you can take proactive steps to …

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Private aviation has long been seen as the ultimate symbol of exclusivity, but the emergence of fractional ownership is changing the narrative. Instead of purchasing an entire aircraft, clients now have the option to buy a share, often as small as 1/16th of a private jet, granting them access to a certain number of flight …

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The aviation insurance industry is undergoing a quiet revolution—one driven not by new aircraft designs or geopolitical shifts, but by data. From artificial intelligence (AI) to advanced telematics, cutting-edge technologies are transforming the way policies are written, risks are assessed, and premiums are calculated. For both insurers and aircraft owners, these advancements promise a future …

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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has been undergoing significant changes, including workforce reductions and leadership shifts, that have left many in the aviation industry feeling uncertain. While most of the attention has focused on commercial air travel, private jet owners are also affected by these developments. Understanding how these changes could impact your operations and …

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In today’s increasingly digital world, the aviation industry faces a new horizon of challenges—cyber threats that could impact everything from flight operations to passenger data security. As airlines and airports integrate advanced technology into their systems, the risk of cyber-attacks has grown, prompting a reevaluation of how safety and risk are managed. For aviation insurers, …

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