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Three tiers of market intelligence. One trusted platform.

Powered by the RAMP™ engine — live data from 10+ aviation marketplaces

Tier 1
Market Benchmark
Instant N-number lookup with live comp analysis, price range, and confidence score. Ideal for quick checks and initial screening.
$2.99
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Tier 2
Appraisal Workfile
USPAP-supportive workfile with detailed comp analysis, reconciliation, mod review, and exportable PDF. Built for transactions and lending.
Starting at $29.99
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Tier 3
Appraiser-Signed Valuation
Full appraiser review, digital signature, verification QR code, and chain-of-custody audit trail. Required for legal, estate, and insurance use.
Quote-based
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What is RAMP™?

RAMP™ (Real-time Aircraft Market Pricing) is an AI-powered aircraft valuation engine built on live market data from 10+ independent aviation marketplaces. Unlike static price guides updated quarterly, RAMP searches active listings and recent sales in real time, then applies the Seven-Factor Condition Model to your specific aircraft's specs to produce a personalized market value estimate.

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Live Search
Searches Controller.com, Trade-A-Plane, Barnstormers & 7+ more sources in real time
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Seven-Factor Model
Weights engine time, avionics, airframe hours, paint, interior, prop & damage history
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Market Comps
Returns 6-8 comparable aircraft with specs, asking vs sold status, and source
The RAMP™ Seven-Factor Condition Model

Each factor is independently weighted based on its statistical impact on market price. The weights below are derived from analysis of thousands of GA aircraft transactions.

30%
Factor 2 — Engine Time & Status
The single largest value driver. A fresh factory-remanufactured engine can add $20,000–$50,000+ over a run-out engine. SMOH (since major overhaul), SNEW (since new/factory reman), TBO proximity, and overhaul quality (field vs factory) all matter. Engine TBO is type-specific — a Lycoming O-360 is 2,000 hrs, a Continental IO-520 is 1,700 hrs.
20%
Factor 3 — Avionics Suite
A full glass panel (Garmin G3X, G1000NXi) can add $25,000–$60,000 over a steam gauge panel. IFR GPS (GNS 430/530, GTN 650/750) adds $8,000–$20,000. ADS-B Out compliance is table stakes — non-compliant aircraft are significantly discounted. Tier 1 (steam) → Tier 5 (full glass).
15%
Factor 1 — Airframe Total Time (TTSN)
Lower airframe hours command a premium but the relationship is non-linear. A 172 with 2,000 hours is worth more than one with 8,000 hours, but both are worth significantly more than one with 15,000+ hours. High-time airframes are discounted due to hidden fatigue concerns and future inspection costs.
10%
Factor 4 — Paint Condition (1–10)
Fresh professional paint adds $5,000–$15,000 depending on aircraft size. Oxidized, fading, or chipped paint signals deferred maintenance and reduces perceived value beyond the cosmetic cost. A 10/10 paint job on a turboprop can add $30,000+. Paint is the first thing a buyer sees — it sets the tone for the entire inspection.
10%
Factor 5 — Interior Condition (1–10)
Seat wear, carpet condition, headliner sag, panel cracking, and sun damage all factor into interior score. A complete professional interior refurbishment on a piston single costs $5,000–$12,000 — buyers discount accordingly. A 10/10 interior in a business jet can add $50,000+.
10%
Factor 6 — Propeller Time
A new or recently overhauled propeller adds $3,000–$8,000 for GA pistons, more for constant-speed props on turboprops. An overdue or damaged prop is a negotiation point and a safety concern. Prop overhaul costs run $1,500–$4,000 for a fixed-pitch and $3,000–$8,000+ for constant-speed.
5%
Factor 7 — Damage History
Any confirmed accident, incident, or major structural repair (documented via NTSB record or FAA Form 337) discounts value 15–25% depending on severity and repair quality. Even a properly repaired airframe carries a stigma in the GA market. Clean history is a positive selling point that supports asking price.
How the model works
RAMP first establishes a Comparable Base Value from current market listings (asking prices × 0.85 asking-to-sold ratio). It then applies the Seven-Factor adjustments relative to the average comparable aircraft to arrive at your aircraft's estimated fair market value. The Confidence Score reflects comparable count, source diversity, data recency, and availability of verified sold data.
What You Get for $5.99
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Estimated Fair Market Value with low/high range
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6-8 Market Comps with full specs and source
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Seven-Factor Assessment specific to your aircraft
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4-Year Price Trend chart for your model
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Condition Tier Table (Project → Excellent)
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Confidence Score and avg days on market
Preview is free. Fill in your aircraft specs below and click the button to see your valuation preview. Real numbers are generated before you pay — you're unlocking data that already exists, not paying for something to be created.
Aircraft Identification
Airframe (Factor 1 — 15%)
Hours — leave blank if unknown
Engine (Factor 2 — 30%)
Hours since overhaul/new
Avionics (Factor 3 — 20%)
Select your avionics suite to see how it affects value
Paint & Interior (Factors 4 & 5 — 20%)
Propeller (Factor 6 — 10%)
Time since propeller overhaul, or "New"
Damage History (Factor 7 — 5%)
NTSB record and 337 major repair forms indicate damage history
Tier 3

Request an Appraiser-Signed Valuation

Our signed valuations are reviewed and digitally signed by a qualified aircraft appraiser. Each report includes a verification QR code, SHA-256 content hash, and full audit trail. Required for estate settlements, insurance claims, secured lending, partnership disputes, and legal proceedings.

We'll respond within one business day with a quote and estimated timeline. No obligation.