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Define the mission
Clarify how the aircraft will be used, where it will fly, passenger needs, budget, and ownership goals.
Aircraft Brokerage Services
Clear guidance for buying or selling an aircraft.
Purdy Aviation represents buyers and sellers of piston, turboprop, and jet aircraft. We help clients understand the market, evaluate options, manage due diligence, and navigate the transaction from first conversation through closing.
01 What an Aircraft Broker Does
Your representative and project lead for the transaction.
An aircraft broker helps a buyer or seller make informed decisions and keeps a complex transaction organized. The broker is not simply a listing agent or salesperson. A good broker researches, explains, coordinates, negotiates, and advocates for the client.
The goal is to reduce uncertainty, identify issues early, and make sure the right specialists are involved at the right time.
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Research the market
Identify suitable aircraft on the public market and through industry relationships, then compare realistic alternatives.
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Evaluate the aircraft
Review specifications, maintenance status, logbooks, equipment, operating costs, and market value.
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Coordinate due diligence
Arrange inspections and work alongside qualified maintenance, legal, escrow, insurance, and tax professionals.
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Negotiate the transaction
Structure the offer, address inspection findings, manage deadlines, and advocate for the client’s position.
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Manage the closing
Keep documents, funds, delivery, and registration-related steps moving toward an organized handoff.
02 Brokerage Services
Representation based on your side of the transaction.
The buyer and seller have different priorities. Purdy Aviation defines its role clearly and works for the interests of the client it represents.
For Buyers
Buyer Representation
We help determine the right aircraft, search the market, compare candidates, coordinate due diligence, and negotiate on your behalf.
Discuss this service ↗For Sellers
Seller Representation
We establish a market-supported price, prepare the aircraft for sale, qualify prospects, manage showings, and guide the transaction through closing.
Discuss this service ↗Before a Transaction
Market Advisory
For owners who are not ready to transact, we provide practical guidance on value, timing, ownership costs, and aircraft alternatives.
Discuss this service ↗03 Why Use a Broker?
A broker may be useful when the time, risk, or complexity of the transaction exceeds what you want to manage alone.
Time
Aircraft transactions involve calls, records, comparisons, inspections, scheduling, and follow-up. A broker manages that workload.
Market context
Listing prices do not always reflect condition or true market value. A broker helps interpret the market behind the asking price.
Transaction experience
Maintenance findings, contracts, deposits, title, escrow, and delivery can create risk when details are missed.
Independent advocacy
A dedicated representative keeps the focus on your mission and interests throughout the process.
General Aviation & Business AircraftPiston · Turboprop · Jet
04 Aircraft Categories
Experience across the general aviation market.
Aircraft size does not determine the quality of representation. Every transaction deserves careful research, realistic expectations, and an organized process.
Piston
Single & twin-engine aircraft for personal, training, touring, and utility missions.
Turboprop
Efficient, capable aircraft offering useful load, range, and access to more airports.
Jet
Light, midsize, super-midsize, and long-range business aircraft.
05 How the Process Works
A clear process from the first call to delivery.
Initial consultation
We discuss your objectives, timeline, current aircraft experience, and the type of help you need.
Plan and representation
We agree on scope, establish expectations, and build a clear acquisition or sales strategy.
Search or market
We research opportunities, communicate with the market, and keep you informed with useful—not overwhelming—detail.
Due diligence and closing
We coordinate the specialists, manage issues as they arise, and help move the transaction to delivery.
06 Common Questions
Aircraft brokerage, explained plainly.
What exactly is an aircraft broker?+
An aircraft broker is a transaction representative who helps a client buy or sell an aircraft. The broker researches the market, communicates with other parties, coordinates the process, and negotiates for the client.
Does a broker replace an aircraft mechanic or attorney?+
No. A responsible broker coordinates with qualified maintenance facilities, aviation attorneys, escrow agents, insurers, tax advisors, and other specialists when their expertise is needed.
Can you help with general aviation aircraft?+
Yes. Purdy Aviation works across piston, turboprop, and jet categories. The right process depends on the mission and aircraft—not simply its price or size.
Who does the broker represent?+
That should be clear before work begins. Purdy Aviation can represent a buyer or a seller in a transaction, with responsibilities and compensation disclosed in the representation agreement.
When should I contact a broker?+
Ideally, before you begin making offers or publicly marketing an aircraft. Early guidance can help establish realistic expectations, prepare the aircraft or search criteria, and avoid preventable delays.
07 Start a Conversation
Considering an aircraft purchase or sale?
Tell us what you are considering—even if you are early in the process. We can discuss your situation, explain where brokerage support may help, and identify a sensible next step.
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