CORPORATE AIRCRAFT AND PRIVATE JETS
Whether your great business deals are done in the boardroom, on the golf course, or you just want to enjoy some quiet time away, business aviation meets the mission. Your corporate flight department is not only a business tool, it's a symbol of pride and professionalism and nobody insures them as well as Alexander Aviation.
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TBM, Pilatus, Citation & Corporate Jet Insurance — What Owner-Pilots Need to Know
The TBM 940 and the Pilatus PC-12 are not generic aircraft — and they shouldn't be insured like they are. High hull values, sophisticated avionics, demanding turbine training requirements, and complex usage scenarios (personal, corporate, fractional, management company) mean that getting the coverage structure right matters enormously. The same applies to Citation CJ3+, CJ4, XLS+, and Longitude owners; Embraer Phenom 100EX and 300E operators; King Air 200/350 pilots; and owners of larger cabin Gulfstreams and Globals. Every one of these aircraft requires a broker who knows the underwriting landscape for that specific platform.
We coordinate training requirements across all major programs — FlightSafety International, SimCom, CAE, and OEM-specific initial and recurrent programs — to ensure your policy aligns with your planned training and doesn't create coverage gaps. We also place agreed-value hull coverage rather than actual cash value wherever possible, ensuring that a total loss pays out what you've agreed the aircraft is worth — not what a depreciation table says at the time of the claim. For international operations including the Bahamas, Bermuda, Mexico, Canada, and the Caribbean, we confirm international coverage territory is explicitly included in your policy before you depart.
Your broker should be as engaged at renewal as they were when you were a new prospect. We re-market your policy before every renewal, present you with current options, explain what changed in the underwriting environment, and give you time to make an informed decision. High-value aircraft owners deserve ongoing, expert attention — not a renewal invoice and silence. Call us or complete the form below.
Frequently Asked Questions — TBM, Pilatus, Citation & Corporate Jet Insurance
How much does TBM 940 or TBM 960 insurance cost?
TBM 940 and 960 insurance premiums typically range from $12,000–$30,000+ per year depending on hull value, pilot total time, TBM time in type, and training program. These are high-value aircraft with demanding underwriting requirements — initial FlightSafety TBM type training is required by virtually all underwriters, and documented recurrent training significantly affects your annual premium. We shop all markets that specialize in high-performance turboprop singles and present you with genuine comparisons, not just the first quote we receive.
What training do underwriters require for Pilatus PC-12 insurance?
Pilatus PC-12 underwriters typically require initial type training at a recognized training center — FlightSafety, SimCom, or an authorized Pilatus training provider — for pilots transitioning to type. Minimum total time and minimum turbine time requirements vary by underwriter and by your overall experience profile. For the PC-24 twin jet, requirements are more demanding and closely mirror light jet underwriting. We'll identify which underwriters' training requirements align with your flying background and planned training schedule.
Is agreed-value hull coverage important for my Citation or Phenom?
Yes — critically important. Agreed-value hull coverage means that in the event of a total loss, your insurance pays the agreed hull value stated in the policy. Actual cash value (ACV) policies pay depreciated value, which can be substantially less than replacement cost for aircraft that have appreciated or held value. For a Citation CJ3+, Phenom 300, or King Air 350, the difference between ACV and agreed value can be hundreds of thousands of dollars. We specifically confirm agreed-value coverage in every high-value aircraft policy we place.
Does my corporate jet insurance cover international operations?
Standard U.S. aviation policies may include or exclude specific destinations — and the details matter. Operations to the Bahamas, Bermuda, Mexico, Canada, and Caribbean islands are common, but each destination may require separate documentation, liability limits adjustments, or specific endorsements. Some markets restrict coverage below certain latitudes or require advance notification for certain territories. We review your typical and planned routes and ensure coverage is explicitly confirmed for the destinations you actually fly.
How is insurance handled for owner-flown aircraft managed by a management company?
Aircraft managed by companies like Airshare, Jet Edge, Volato, or independent management companies require careful policy structuring. The ownership, management, and charter use of the aircraft must each be addressed in the policy, and the management company typically needs to be named as an additional insured. We regularly place coverage for managed aircraft and understand exactly how to structure these programs to protect both the owner and satisfactorily insure the operator's exposure.
What should I expect from my broker at renewal for a high-value aircraft?
Frankly, more than many owners receive. For aircraft in the $2M–$15M+ hull value range, the renewal process deserves real attention: a market comparison, a frank conversation about changes in the underwriting environment, a review of your training currency, and options — not a rubber-stamp. At Alexander Aviation, we treat renewals as a recurring opportunity to earn your continued business, not as an administrative formality. If your current broker's renewal communication is an emailed invoice, it may be time for a conversation with us.