Aviation insights
Practical guides for anyone buying or selling an aircraft in South Africa and beyond, from inspections and paperwork to choosing the right type.
Buyer guides
What a pre-purchase inspection should cover: a buyer’s guide
The inspection is your last chance to find problems before you pay. Here’s what a thorough one should check, and why each part matters.
Read the guide: What a pre-purchase inspection should cover: a buyer’s guide
Transactions and regulation
Cross-border aircraft deals in South Africa: what you need to know
Moving an aircraft into or out of South Africa means dealing with registration, VAT, currency rules and ownership checks. This guide takes you through each one.
Read the guide: Cross-border aircraft deals in South Africa: what you need to know
Buyer guides
Why turboprops make sense in Africa: versatility and running costs
For flying in Africa, a turboprop is often the best tool for the job, not a compromise. We look at running costs, rough-strip ability and what to check before you buy.
Read the guide: Why turboprops make sense in Africa: versatility and running costs
Buyer guides
Buying a helicopter: why the checks are different
Checking a helicopter before you buy is very different from checking an aeroplane. Parts with fixed lifespans, specialist equipment and running costs all need expert knowledge.
Read the guide: Buying a helicopter: why the checks are different
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