Owning your aircraft opens doors to experiences that will enrich your life more than you can even imagine, giving you the power to choose your own itinerary and destination like never before. But the buying process can be intimidating.

Aircraft Acquisition Planning

Since 1981, Shoreline Aviation has offered aircraft sales and acquisition services to a diverse clientele. Conveniently headquartered just 20 miles southeast of Boston at Marshfield Municipal Airport (KGHG), our facility is easily accessible to domestic and international buyers. Our new office in Palm Beach, FL (KPBI) offers additional options for our clients. Shoreline offers brokerage and acquisition services for pre-owned piston and turbine aircraft from a wide range of manufacturers including Cessna, Piper, Socata, Beechcraft, Mooney, and more.

Shoreline’s team of aviation professionals is ready to provide expert advice and practical solutions for equipment selection, acquisition, aircraft management, aircraft maintenance, insurance procurement, financing, flight crew selection, flight training, and any other detail related to the acquisition or sale of an aircraft. During the acquisition or sales process, our Director of Maintenance provides support to the sales staff as well as prospective buyers regarding the condition and maintenance history of our sales listings. Experienced pilots conduct test flights and pre/post inspection evaluations.

From sales staff to maintenance, flight crews, detailers and ground crews, our entire team works together on behalf of you, our valued client. During the acquisition process, we seek the best possible aircraft to meet your specific needs and negotiate on your behalf for the best value. Our expert maintenance personnel will ensure that the aircraft is in the condition we expect. The mission of our team is to protect your best interests and make aircraft acquisition and ownership a pleasurable experience.

Let our experienced aircraft acquisition specialists help you navigate the process and provide sound guidance every step of the way. Shoreline offers complete, end-to-end acquisition services including:

  • Aircraft needs evaluation & model selection
  • Aircraft records research, valuation, test flight & pre-purchase maintenance and inspection
  • Financing & Insurance options
  • Title, tax & legal consultation
  • Purchase offer, negotiations, escrow arrangements & closing coordination
  • Flight training / flight crew hiring & training / aircraft management services
  • Arranging for ramp storage or hangar space
  • Coordinating aircraft upgrades such as custom paint, interior or electronics upgrades