Used business jet inventory has been declining for months. Sandhills Global’s aviation market report, covering data through June 2026 and reported by Aviation International News, shows inventory down across nearly every category of pre-owned aircraft. Below is the data as reported, by category. Pre-Owned Jets For comparison, Sandhills Global’s April 2026 report showed jet inventory […]

The business aviation market in Q2 2026 is telling a fascinating story of resilience matching up against industrial constraint. Demand from passengers and buyers hasn’t slowed down, but the industry is bumping up against a “supply-driven ceiling.” Growth isn’t being limited by a lack of interest, but rather by OEM production bottlenecks and a heavily […]

The 2026 business jet market is sending two signals at once, and both of them are true. Global business jet departures hit 3.95 million on an April 2026 trailing-twelve-month basis, up 4.9% year over year, according to WINGX flight data published in the JETNET iQ Market Monitor. At the same time, pre-owned aircraft transaction growth, […]

In the high-stakes world of business aviation, decisions are often driven by visible, high-end factors: the flawless ramp presence of a long-range business jet, the meticulous craftsmanship of a refurbished cabin, or the impressive range maps of an ultra-long-range airframe. But behind every successful acquisition or divestment is a critical, unseen engine driving the deal: market […]

The Piaggio P.180 Avanti has always occupied a strange and singular place in business aviation. It is unmistakably odd-looking — pusher propellers, a canard up front, a fuselage shaped like nothing else flying — and genuinely exceptional in the ways that matter. It is one of the fastest turboprops ever built, returns fuel burn numbers […]

In the multi-million dollar world of private aviation, the financial structure of a deal can often seem opaque to the uninitiated. One of the most frequent questions from owners and prospective buyers alike is: How exactly do commissions work? Whether you are selling a long-range business jet or acquiring your first turboprop, understanding the compensation of […]

At Holstein Aviation, we’ve spent over 300 collective years navigating the fluid dynamics of the business aviation marketplace. With more than 4,700 transactions in our rearview mirror, we have learned that “price” and “value” are rarely the same figure. In the current 2026 “Sorting Market,” determining the true worth of a multi-million dollar asset requires […]

At Holstein Aviation, we’ve spent decades mastering the art and science of the deal. With a track record of 4,700+ transactions valued at over $10 billion, we’ve learned that the most critical decision a seller makes happens before the first listing even goes live: setting the price for How To Price Your Aircraft For Sale. […]

For aircraft owners, the thought of upgrading to a new model or rightsizing their fleet is exciting. However, the prospect of managing the sale of their current aircraft while simultaneously negotiating the acquisition of the next can feel like navigating complex airspace. This is where an aircraft trade-in comes into play, offering a potentially seamless […]

The private aviation market is often viewed as a world apart, a luxury sphere inhabited by the ultra-wealthy and the world’s most powerful corporations. However, the reality is that the business aviation sector, including the realm of business jet sales and the intricate work of aircraft brokers, is a highly sensitive economic indicator. Its performance […]

In the world of business aviation, price and value are rarely the same thing. For owners and buyers alike, determining the true market worth of a multi-million dollar asset requires moving beyond “asking prices” found on public listings. Navigating the evolving global marketplace requires a sophisticated approach to aircraft brokerage, where the cornerstone of every successful […]

In 2026, the landscape for factory-new deliveries in private aviation is defined by a unique paradox: record-breaking backlogs and evolving supply chain stabilization. For buyers, navigating these conditions requires more than just a purchase agreement—it requires a strategic private jet acquisition plan that accounts for shifting timelines and contractual nuances. Whether you are looking to secure a […]