Maintenance Cost guide

Aircraft Maintenance Cost:
Planning for Expected
and the Unexpected

Maintenance is the most variable ownership cost and the one most often underestimated by new buyers. An enrolled maintenance program dramatically reduces financial surprices.

Reliability Metrics

Schedules vs Unscheduled Maintenance

Scheduled Maintenance

Calendar and cycle-based inspection and tasks
Planned in advance and performed on schedule
Predictable and budgetable
Includes routine inspections, parts replacement and compliance tasks.

Designed to keep your aircraft safe, reliable and compliant.

Unscheduled Maintenance

AOG events, component failures or system faults
Caused by wear, damage or unforeseen events
Unpredictable and often urgent
Includes weather damage, bird strikes and unexpected repairs

The biggest source of unplanned costs and downtime.

maintenance

Hourly Cost Programs

msp (engines)

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best for:

engine coverage

jssi (multi-component)

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best for:

total aircraft coverage

smart parts

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best for:

Bombardier aircraft

Benefits:

Cost predictability, priority service, global support and increased resale value.

Cost:

Adds to hourly operating cost but significantly reduces AOG exposure and large out-of-pocket expenses.

Expense Baselines

Annual Maintenance Cost Ranges

aircraft category

typical annual schedule maintenance*

recommended reserve for unscheduled**

light jet

$20,000-$40,000
$20,000-$40,000

midsize jet

$20,000-$40,000
$20,000-$40,000

super midsize jet

$20,000-$40,000
$20,000-$40,000

heavy jet

$20,000-$40,000
$20,000-$40,000

ultra long range jet

$20,000-$40,000
$20,000-$40,000

Major inspections (5-year, 10-year) can create significant spike costs. Plan ahead.

* Includes routine inspections, parts and labor. ** Reserve helps cover AOG events and major repairs.

Capital Allocations

Reserve Fund Planning

Calculate Monthly Accrual

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What to Reserve For

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Why It Matters

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A well funded reserve = Peace of mind and operational readiness.

valuation

Maintenance & Resale

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