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Aviation Insurance
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Aviation insurance

Aviation Insurance

Aviation Insurance is a specialized class of property and casualty coverage designed to protect aircraft owners, operators, and aviation businesses from the financial devastation of accidents. Unlike standard auto policies, this coverage addresses unique risks including hull damage (physical damage to the plane), passenger liability, and hangar operations, ensuring you stay compliant with FAA regulations and lender requirements.

The “Risk Reality”: High Stakes in the Sky

Operating an aircraft involves liabilities that far exceed ground-based businesses. A single incident—whether a runway excursion or a hangar fire—can result in multi-million dollar claims for bodily injury and environmental cleanup. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) emphasizes that while insurance minimums vary, the actual cost of litigation often surpasses basic requirements. Without adequate “Smooth Limits” (combined single limits), a lawsuit from a passenger injury could force the liquidation of your personal and business assets.

Aviation Insurance Coverage

We structure policies to cover every phase of flight and ground operation.

What is Covered
Hull Coverage: Pays for physical damage to the aircraft itself. This can be structured as “Ground Not in Motion,” “Ground in Motion” (taxiing), or “In Flight.”
Passenger & Public Liability: Covers legal defense and settlements if passengers or bystanders are injured due to your operation of the aircraft.
Hangar Keepers Liability: Essential for FBOs or owners who store other people’s planes. It covers damage to third-party aircraft while in your care.
Medical Payments: Covers immediate medical expenses for passengers and crew, regardless of fault.
What is NOT Covered (Exclusions)
Wear and Tear: Mechanical breakdowns or component failure due to age are not covered (requires maintenance).
Unapproved Pilots: Damage occurring while the aircraft is flown by a pilot not listed on the “Open Pilot Warranty” or policy declaration.

The “Dream” Difference: Standard vs. Comprehensive

Most direct quotes only cover the basics in the left column. We shop multiple carriers to secure the critical add-ons in the right column that actually protect your livelihood.

Risk Area Standard Liability Only Comprehensive Aviation Package
Passenger Injury Lawsuit Covered Covered
Damage to Your Aircraft Excluded Covered (Hull)
Personal Items in Cabin Excluded Covered
War & Confiscation Excluded Covered (Add-on)

 

 

Aviation Insurance Cost

“How much does airplane insurance cost?” Premiums are highly variable and depend on the pilot’s experience, the hull value, and the aircraft usage.

  • Premium Estimates: According to recent industry market data, insurance for a small single-engine Cessna might range from $1,200 to $2,000 annually, while jet aircraft premiums can exceed $10,000 depending on hull value.
  • Pilot Experience: Total hours logged and specific “time in type” are the biggest cost drivers. Training for an Instrument Rating often lowers premiums significantly.
  • Liability Limits: Moving from a $1 Million limit to a $5 Million “Smooth” limit will increase costs but is often required for corporate hangars.

The “Independent Difference”: Why Dream Assurance?

Aviation risks are too complex for a standard auto agent. “Independent Means Multiple Choices.”

  • Specialty Markets: We access niche aviation underwriters that general agencies cannot reach.
  • Regulatory Knowledge: We help you understand insurance requirements for hangars, FBOs, and flight schools.
  • Claims Advocacy: If an incident occurs, our team works directly with the adjusters to get you back in the air quickly.

 
Experience the confidence shared by the professionals we protect, and let us turn these options into a clear, comprehensive protection plan for you.

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Samuel Gonzalez profile pictureSamuel Gonzalez
16:24 15 Dec 25
Michell is great 100%recomended
Marques Sanders profile pictureMarques Sanders
20:19 08 Dec 25
Very nice representatives and excellent service 👌
Red Lightning profile pictureRed Lightning
04:58 22 Nov 25
Andre helped me get a great insurance for my new vehicle.
Kyle Bragg profile pictureKyle Bragg
18:22 19 Nov 25
Mr. Andre was a massive help beginning to end! He helped us get a great deal on our insurance, and explained everything thoroughly. It isn’t every day you get an insurance agent that you feel actually know what’s they’re talking about AND has your best interest in mind, but he definitely cares about his clients! Thanks Andre, and thanks Dream Assurance!

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need insurance for a private pilot license?
Legally, the FAA does not require private aircraft insurance for Part 91 operations, but most FBOs and hangars require significant liability coverage to store your plane. Furthermore, flying without hull coverage risks your entire investment.
A “Smooth Limit” is a combined single limit for bodily injury and property damage with no per-passenger sub-limit. This provides much broader protection than “Split Limits,” which cap the payout per passenger seat.
No. Insurance covers accidents and physical damage, not mechanical breakdown or maintenance issues. However, if an engine failure causes a crash, the resulting damage to the hull is covered.
This is specialized coverage for businesses or individuals who have custody of another person’s aircraft (e.g., for storage or maintenance). It protects you if you damage a client’s plane while it is in your hangar.
Typically, an owner’s policy covers only the scheduled aircraft. If you rent other planes, you need “Non-Owned Aircraft Liability” insurance to protect you while flying planes you do not own.

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