Getting Started With Helicopter Leasing
Helicopter leasing is now also becoming popular in the private market where private individuals have started to appreciate the benefits of helicopter leasing. Take for example Robinson helicopter leasing. With the price of a new Robinson R22 standing at over $220,000 the majority of people can't afford to buy a helicopter this is where leasing comes in. With deposits as low as $4500 many people can now afford to lease a helicopter it is no wonder that leasing has never been more popular.
Before leasing you need to read the contract agreement and be fully aware what costs you are liable for. Generally the monthly cost will depend on the number of hours a month you fly. There is usually a minimum number of flying hours that you need to pay for each month. For example many companies have a minimum monthly payment of 50 hours, if during the month you only fly for 20 hours you will still need to pay for 50. Usually the person a leasing the helicopter will pay for fuel insurance and hanger fees along with regular maintenance. The company providing the lease will cover the cost of any parts required as a result of air worthiness directives however you may be liable for the cost of fitting the parts.
One associated cost that is often overlooked is the cost of getting the helicopter from the lease company to you and then at the end of the lease returning it to the lease company. If the lease company is located on the other side of the country this cost can be substantial. It is therefore advisable to find a lease company in your locality. You will often find local companies specialize in one make leasing.
This means that you may find your local helicopter leasing company specializes in Bell Helicopter leasing or Robinson helicopter leasing. Most companies do a range of helicopters to suit most markets although Robinson seem to have a large slice of the market in small helicopters for private use. If you require a Robinson helicopter you may need to travel some distance to find a leasing company that specializes in Robinson helicopter leasing.
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