Aviation is an exceptionally small, unique marketplace. You need to work with someone who has the experience and technical knowledge to handle the challenges you find in this specialty line of insurance.

Shawn Gratsch
Aviation Practice Leader

The aviation industry is dynamic to say the least. In recent years it has been challenged by some very turbulent times, particularly since the events of 9/11.

The aviation insurance industry is a bit different than the general property & casualty insurance market. You can notice these differences in the policy language used in each industry sector and can be further complicated by our own vocabulary unknown to those not active in general aviation.

I understand the unique characteristics of the various aviation policies and understand the lingo. Daily market participation provides constant intelligence, giving me a sense of what’s going on now and in the future. Knowing leading industry standards and anticipating change helps me competitively negotiate and tailor a program specific to each client’s needs. It’s my job to obtain the broadest available coverage at the most competitive price. If new or enhanced coverage becomes available, I'll get it for you.

My expertise, and that of my team, reaches beyond coverage negotiation and program design. We can provide flight department operational risk assessments. We also offer risk control services, serve as claim advocates and can assist with safety management systems and accident response planning.