Aircraft bonus depreciation is back at 100%, and this time it is permanent. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed on July 4, 2025, restored full first-year bonus depreciation for qualifying property and removed the phase-down that had been cutting the benefit each year. For aircraft buyers, that means the full cost of a qualifying […]

The Dassault Falcon 2000LX stands as a testament to the power of targeted upgrades on a proven platform. Derived from the successful Falcon 2000EX EASy, the 2000LX added distinctive winglets and other enhancements to push the range even further, making it an exceptionally capable and efficient super midsize jet. For buyers in the pre-owned business […]

For buyers in the pre-owned business aircraft market, the Dassault Falcon 900EX represents a powerful combination of heavy jet performance, three-engine reliability, and transatlantic capability. Introduced in 1996, the 900EX built upon the success of the original Falcon 900 by incorporating upgraded engines and modern avionics. For buyers and sellers navigating business aircraft transactions, partnering […]

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 […]

For those following the business aircraft sales market, the Embraer Phenom 300E is a name that consistently stands out. As the best-selling light jet in the world for over a decade, this aircraft has evolved to offer a superior blend of speed, range, and cabin comfort. The “E” stands for “Enhanced,” and these enhancements deliver […]

When it comes to the ultra-long-range business jet market, the Bombardier Global 5000 has carved out a unique and highly valuable niche. By offering a slightly shorter fuselage and optimized range compared to its sibling, the Global Express, the Global 5000 delivers seamless transcontinental and transoceanic capability alongside a famously wide and comfortable cabin. For […]

Sustainable aviation fuel has moved from a niche talking point to a mainstream conversation — private jet sustainability is now a real consideration for buyers, operators, and corporate flight departments alike. If you’re buying, operating, or planning to sell an aircraft in the next several years, it’s worth understanding what SAF actually is, where it […]

The aircraft pre-buy inspection is the single most important step in any aircraft acquisition — and it’s the step that most buyers are least equipped to interpret on their own. Understanding how to approach an aircraft pre buy inspection, and what to do with the report it generates, is one of the highest-leverage skills a […]

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 […]

Aircraft acquisitions carry significant emotional weight. By the time a buyer has found an aircraft they want, flown the demo, negotiated a price, and engaged an inspection shop, they’ve invested real time, real money, and real mental energy. Backing out at that point feels like failure. It isn’t. Sometimes walking away is the most important […]

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 buyers in the super midsize business jet market, the Dassault Falcon 2000LXS is an aircraft that redefines what’s possible. Taking the proven Falcon 2000 platform to new heights, the LXS combines intercontinental range, exceptional operating efficiency, and the agility to access shorter, more challenging runways. For those seeking maximum mission flexibility and a famously comfortable cabin, a pre-owned Falcon […]