Leaseback Program

A leaseback places your personal aircraft on a Part 135 charter certificate, generating revenue when you are not using it. Charter income offsets ownership costs but adds wear and compliance obligations.

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

Leaseback Program 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 Leaseback Program is recognized internationally, but implementation varies. The FAA, EASA, and national aviation authorities each apply their own regulations, which means Leaseback Program 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 Leaseback Program 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 Leaseback Program 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 Leaseback Program applies to your specific situation, whether you're chartering, buying, or selling an aircraft.