1) Needs analysis
The first step in assessing the right aircraft for you is to define your mission profile i.e. range, capacity and budget will determine the particular aircraft segment and the models that correspond to that segment. From there, we identify new and pre-owned options in that segment for evaluation. Once a decision is made on an aircraft model type, we scour the market in search of the best deals, whether negotiating a new aircraft agreement with a manufacturer or a pre-owned aircraft deal with a broker.
2) Negotiation
For new aircraft deals, even the most seasoned aircraft brokers will be at a disadvantage if they do not know what to negotiate for. Our principals’ years of experience in business aviation’s leading aircraft manufacturers distinguishes Zenith Jet from other brokers and dealers. In addition to the actual negotiation of your new aircraft agreement, Zenith Jet will assist in securing financing and insurance for your aircraft or scrutinize your arrangements for deals already in place.
3) Pre-buy inspection
For the most part, the quality of available pre-owned aircraft depends a great deal on the industry’s particular phase of the business cycle. However, there are always great deals available in terms of value and these great deals are usually confirmed during the pre-buy inspection. Zenith Jet will help you identify which aircraft are truly great buys from those that are not.
4) Interim lift
In many instances, complex interior completion designs result in schedule slips regarding entry into service. When this happens, Zenith Jet can assist you in not only finding a temporary solution but can also be your advocate with the aircraft manufacturer in arranging contingencies whether they involve occasional charter or long term wet-leasing of aircraft from a 3rd party. Zenith Jet has the know-how and resources to manage the entire process.
5) Registration & base of operations
While some aviation regimes are more business aviation-friendly than others, the choice of country of registration depends largely on the customer’s disposition. As such, Zenith Jet will help you determine which aviation jurisdiction is best for you and where to situate your base of operations.
6) Certificate of export assistance
When purchasing a pre-owned aircraft requires a change in aircraft registration, Zenith Jet can help you with the process of de-registering and re-applying for a new registration with the new aviation authority.
7) Maintenance program coverage
A customer’s mission profile will determine whether they should secure extended warranty coverage upon delivery of a new aircraft. Zenith Jet will advise you when securing power by the hour coverage makes financial sense. In terms of aftermarket maintenance programs for pre-owned aircraft, Zenith Jet will evaluate which programs are best suited for you whether they’re provided by the aircraft manufacturers or independent third parties.
