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Perspectives on Aircraft Acquisitions
A working library of frameworks and observations from CYA Aviation LLC on transactions in the Part 121 and Part 135 markets.
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Aircraft Acquisitions Beyond the Private Jet
A Buyer's Framework for Part 121 and Part 135 Transactions
Most conversations about aircraft acquisitions center on the private jet market. A significant portion of aviation transactions occur elsewhere: in the commercial and corporate space, involving transport-category aircraft operated under Part 121 and Part 135. This working framework covers the regulatory differences, mission analysis, market sourcing, records review discipline, pre-purchase inspection at scale, cross-border complexity, and post-closing operator selection that buyers in this space should approach with structure.
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