An Aviator's Field Guide to Owning an Airplane

In the guide "Aviator's Field Guide to Ow aircraft" author Jason Blair shares the knowledge and guidance he has gained thanks to the long-time possession of the aircraft and helping numerous customers in the purchase, sale, management and maintenance of their own aircraft. This book contains the long-standing experience of Blair in the industry as an aircraft owner, active pilot, instructor and pilot examiner of the FAA to discuss practical details of ownership and offer tips to maximize the use and enjoyability of using the aircraft.

You will learn how to determine the full cost of ownership of the aircraft, select insurance, consider tax consequences, select the airport to call home, assess and select the storage of the aircraft, safely transfer your aircraft, manage maintenance work, find and organize important documents, manage and determine the importance of non-working equipment, assess potential modifications to improve performance, improve avionics, overhaul or replace the engine, budget for future maintenance and more. The goal of Blair is to help protect and properly maintain the aircraft so that you can make the most of your use and enjoy the aircraft.