Chocks

Chocks are wedge-shaped blocks placed against aircraft wheels to prevent movement while parked. 'Chocks in' marks arrival time; 'chocks out' marks departure time for billing purposes.

Chocks directly influences operational decisions in private aviation. Whether it affects routing, pricing, aircraft selection, or regulatory compliance, awareness of Chocks helps charter clients evaluate proposals and operators with greater precision.

Chocks may affect charter pricing through its influence on operational requirements, aircraft availability, or regulatory compliance costs. The specific impact depends on your route, aircraft type, and timing.

The core concept behind Chocks is recognized internationally, but implementation varies. The FAA, EASA, and national aviation authorities each apply their own regulations, which means Chocks may carry different specific requirements depending on where you're operating.

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No — your broker and operator handle the technical details. But understanding Chocks helps you evaluate what you're paying for, ask informed questions, and distinguish between operators who meet minimum standards and those who exceed them.

In the United States, the FAA sets standards related to Chocks through Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs). In Europe, EASA provides the regulatory framework. Internationally, ICAO establishes the baseline standards that member states adopt and enforce.

Yes. Our aviation advisors can explain how Chocks applies to your specific situation, whether you're chartering, buying, or selling an aircraft.