When you purchase a private jet, one of the first decisions you’ll make — and one that has long-term consequences — is how to hold title to the aircraft. The jet ownership structure you choose affects your liability exposure, your tax position, your privacy, your estate planning, and how the aircraft is registered with the […]

When a private aircraft is registered with the FAA, the registered owner’s name and address become part of a public record. For many buyers, that’s not a concern. For others — high-net-worth individuals, public figures, corporate owners seeking confidentiality, and non-U.S. citizens who want FAA registration — an aircraft owner trust offers a solution that […]