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Aircraft Appraisal Scope

OakTree Aviation Services provides independent aircraft appraisals for general and business aviation aircraft, with assignments structured for reliance by lenders, legal counsel, fiduciaries, and owners. Our appraisals focus on the subject aircraft's actual condition, equipment, documentation, and market context at the effective date of value — not on static pricing guides or generalized value indications.

What Our Appraisal Includes

Every appraisal assignment includes the following scope of work:

  • On-site physical inspection of airframe, engine, propeller, and interior

  • Review of all available logbooks and maintenance records

  • Avionics and equipment inventory

  • Condition grading and documentation

  • Market research and comparable sales analysis

  • Written report with supported value conclusion

  • Clearly defined intended use, intended users, scope of work, and effective date

Report Types

Depending on the assignment's requirements, we provide:

  • USPAP-compliant appraisals for higher-reliance assignments such as lending, estate and divorce matters, litigation, and IRS reporting

  • Certified non-USPAP reports where a client needs a professionally prepared opinion of value supported by on-site inspection and market data, but does not require full USPAP compliance

All assignments include on-site inspection and full review of logbooks and records. We do not provide desktop or no-inspection opinions of value.

Request a Scope of Work

Tell us about your aircraft, the intended use of the appraisal, and your timing requirements. We will outline an appropriate scope of work, fee estimate, and inspection schedule — typically within one business day.