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Short Term Non-owned Insurance Now Available!

Posted on July 6, 2024 by Scott Smith

What is Non-Owned?

Non-owned or as it is more commonly called, “Renters insurance”, is a liability policy that can provide bodily injury, property damage and aircraft hull protection for a pilot that is flying an aircraft they do not own.

 

“Do not own” is the key phrase. You do not have to own an aircraft to be found liable for damage or injuries. It is important to note that this is liability coverage; in addition, it is not only for rental aircraft. A borrowed, or even a flying club aircraft can put the pilot in a position of potential responsibility or liability.

Very simply put, liability means the coverage is used if the named insured is found liable for damage or injury to a third party.

Most Non-owned policies are annual (12 month) policies.

What if you have you found yourself in a situation where you need non-owned (renters insurance), but only for a short period of time? Maybe on vacation and want to get a checkout and fly at the local FBO, or you only need to use an aircraft you do not own for a week or two. Do you really need a year long “annual ” policy?  Maybe what you need is a daily, weekly or monthly policy.

Depending on the state, now you can buy a Short Term Non-Owned Insurance Policy with the click of your mouse.

Looking for Short Term CFI Non-owned Insurance?  That’s available too.

To get a quote click here and complete the application.

Note: a few states only allow annual policies.

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Posted in aircraft, aircraft insurance, aircraft ownership, Aviation, aviation insurance, aviation market, Insurance, non-owed, pilot license, pilot training, pilots, private pilot, rental aircraft, Renters, Uncategorized | Tags: aircraft, Aircraft insurance, airplanes, airports, aviation, aviation insurance, non-owned insurance, renters insurance |

Should you buy or rent when learning to fly?

Posted on January 3, 2014 by Scott Smith
Thinking of getting a private or sport pilot rating? Should you purchase an airplane to use during instruction?  Can it really save on rental fees and can you buy more affordable than rent?

Buying can be a good way to go.  Ownership frees up the planes schedule and you can get it whenever you want.  No overnight charges if you take a trip.  You know the maintenance history and as an owner, you get comfortable with the aircraft.

But, the biggest problem is buying something that might not be what you want at a later time.  Surprisingly, the wants and needs get mixed up, so what you want, might be different than what you really need.

If possible fly a few different models of aircraft.  That might mean going to a few different FBO’s and getting in their aircraft.   But after you get a few hours, you will be able to tell the difference between a Cessna 150 and a Cherokee 140.  You know, high and low wing, landing, visibility, all these factors are important to every pilot in some manner. 

Make sure you try them all out before you purchase.
Posted in aircraft, aircraft insurance, aircraft ownership, AOPA, Aviation, buying aircraft, buying an aircraft, Cessna, EAA, flight schools, flight training, pilot license, pilot training, Piper, rental aircraft |

My First Webinar!

Posted on December 18, 2013 by Scott Smith
Thanks to the EAA for inviting me to give a webinar!  Thanks to the IAC Email news “In the Loop” to promoting it. 


Webinars

December 18, 7 p.m. CST: Ultimate Aircraft Buying Guide: 
Imagine owning the aircraft of your dreams. You can experience what 
thousands of others do every day by owning an aircraft. Scott Sky Smith, 
a nationally recognized aviation writer and speaker, will prepare you to 
buy your first (or next) aircraft. Whether you are buying a light sport, 
standard, or experimental, learn how to calculate the cost of operation, 
where the best deals are, best time of year to buy, and how to evaluate 
the price of your new purchase. He’ll also discuss pilot requirements, 
insurance, and what to inspect before you buy.

To find out more about upcoming EAA Webinars and to register, 

visit the webinars page.

Miss a webinar? All webinars are recorded and loaded onto 

the EAA Webinars Channel within 24 hours.
Posted in aircraft ownership, aircraft sales, AOPA, Aviation, aviation market, buying aircraft, EAA, FAA, gerneral aviation, IAC, owning an aircraft, rental aircraft, Sport Aviation, webinars |
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