Fleet Asset Management

Fleet Asset Management

Our team of expert Asset Managers have many years’ experience in the global airline and lessor sectors. We can support clients with a complete ‘lifecycle’ of services that manage and maintain the asset integrity and value, tailored to the operational and geographical demands of the client.

TrustFlight’s Asset Management services provide peace of mind to asset owners/operators ensuring costs are controlled, lease and acquisition projects can be delivered on time and on budget.

Aircraft acquisition

Finding and securing the right aircraft requires market expertise, industry connections, and meticulous attention to detail. Our comprehensive acquisition services leverage extensive OEM relationships and proven processes to guide you from initial market review through to successful aircraft delivery, ensuring you make the best decision for your operation.

How we support:

• Perform a market review of the aircraft available and preferred by the client
• Benefit from working with our closely connected OEMs, Owners and Lessors
• Develop and manage any RFP process through to short listing of candidate aircraft
• Provide the pre-purchase inspections of short-listed aircraft
• Support the legal and contractual activities to secure the selected aircraft

Aircraft due diligence including config evaluation and optimisation

Turning aircraft selection into operational reality requires meticulous technical evaluation and regulatory preparation. Our experts conduct comprehensive inspections, analyze compliance requirements, and prepare detailed specifications that ensure your aircraft meets operational standards and certification requirements. We handle everything from initial technical assessment to modification planning and cost management, setting the foundation for successful fleet integration.

How we support:

• Carry out detailed buy side inspections of the selected aircraft and their records
• Perform analysis and preparation of the aircraft and records for the registry/operational jurisdiction taking account of any ‘first of type’ concerns
• Evaluate the technical equipment and configuration for the expected operation
• Provide a specification to the airline commercial team for marketing purposes (operational performance and payload criteria etc)
• Compile the specification and certification requirements of any modification packages including a cargo conversion if required
• Provide budgetary guidance and cost management support

Management of pre-delivery maintenance and certification

Bridge the gap between aircraft acquisition and operational readiness with our comprehensive maintenance management services. We coordinate MRO selection, manage competitive bidding processes, and oversee maintenance execution while ensuring regulatory compliance and optimal forward planning. Our project management approach delivers cost-effective solutions that position your aircraft for maximum operational availability from day one.

How we support:

• Provide required support and liaison with existing owner/lessor to select a suitable maintenance provider (MRO) capable of carrying out the required maintenance
• Manage the MRO RFP process to ensure a competitive and cost-effective solution is secured
• Deliver project management of the maintenance check itself including all stakeholders and third-party suppliers
• Ensure state of registry is informed and involved where they wish to be
• Ensure the best outcomes are achieved in terms of forward planning and available time to next maintenance checks (including engines and major components)
• Provide budgetary guidance and cost management support