The logbooks and paperwork are carefully reviewed because these documents are the historical care or abuse that was given to this particular aircraft. This review documents whether maintenance was done to keep the aircraft in top condition or just to maintain a minimal level of airworthiness. Frequently, what is not recorded is important, e.g. missing annual inspections, missing or defaced logbook pages, and undocumented modifications. Special attention is given to any incidents of past damage history as this may or may not have a significant impact on the aircraft’s value.

After the aircraft inspection and paperwork examination is complete, the process of establishing the aircraft’s value begins. Utilizing the databases and proprietary software developed by the PAAO, and many other industry sources the information for this aircraft is entered into the PAAO database (this database is updated every month). After the detailed Aircraft Appraisal (typically 18 to 25 pages) is generated, it is reviewed by our Senior Certified Appraiser for accuracy. Once the appraisal has been approved, it is signed as a Certified Aircraft Appraisal.