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Buying Guide

What to check, sign and pay for before an aircraft is yours

Before you buy

Buying a used aircraft in Europe, one step at a time

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Sourced on the texts

Every rule we state comes with its reference in the European or national text, and a link to read it.

02

Measured on the market

Our figures come from the aircraft advertised on PlaneNest, read on a stated date: hours, prices, and what adverts leave out.

03

In your language

Each guide is written in French and in English, and says what changes from one country to another.

Pre-purchase inspection: what to check before you buy an aircraft

Not to miss

The papers to see, what engine hours mean, what to look at on the day, and what 2,603 adverts leave out. With a checklist to print and take along.

Read the guide Download the checklist (PDF)

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