Beyond the Backlog: Why Aircraft Availability Is Shaping Today’s Aircraft Market
The business aviation market remains heavily supply constrained, and aircraft availability has become one of the primary drivers of transaction activity across the industry. Extended OEM delivery timelines, ongoing parts and maintenance challenges, and limited quality inventory are forcing buyers to think differently than they did just a few years ago. Today’s buyers are increasingly […]
Inside Today’s Aircraft Buyer
The business aircraft market has evolved significantly over the past several years, creating a more informed and analytical buyer environment than ever before. Today’s aircraft buyers are evaluating far more than make, model, and asking price. Access to market data, maintenance history, operating cost analysis, AI-driven research tools, and comparable transaction activity has fundamentally changed […]
Out of the Blue Jet Show Returns to Louisville
The 19th Annual Out of the Blue Jet Show returns to Bowman Field on April 22, 2026, bringing together a highly curated group of aviation professionals, aircraft owners, and luxury brands for an evening ahead of Derby week. Hosted at Louisville Executive Aviation, the event has become one of the premier private aviation gatherings in […]
Business Aviation Market Update | September 2025
The business jet market has maintained steady momentum through Q3 2025, with global deliveries up nearly 10% year-over-year and annual totals projected to exceed 820 aircraft. Buyer demand remains resilient across light and midsize categories, while renewed interest in super-mid cabin models such as the Citation Sovereign and Challenger 300/350 is driving competitive activity in […]
Trump Signs Tax Bill Reinstating 100% Bonus Depreciation for Business Aircraft
In a significant win for business aviation, President Donald Trump signed into law the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” on July 4, 2025, restoring 100% bonus depreciation for qualified business aircraft acquisitions. The new law, which takes effect for aircraft placed in service on or after January 19, 2025, allows businesses to fully expense the […]
Valor’s Vision for 2025
As we kick off 2025, I want to take a moment to reflect on what we’ve accomplished and share my excitement for what’s ahead. This annual pause to connect and align on our vision is something I truly value. Private aviation continues to be a game-changer, connecting people and businesses with unmatched speed and flexibility. […]
Valor Jets Celebrates 15-Year Anniversary
This month marks the 15th anniversary of Valor Jets, a milestone representing more than a decade of trusted execution, market expertise, and over 800 aircraft transactions completed worldwide. Founded on the principles of client-first service, discretion, integrity, and results-driven representation, Valor Jets has evolved into one of the industry’s most respected aircraft sales and acquisitions […]
Business Aviation Market Update | August 2021
As 2021 progressed, the business aviation market demonstrated remarkable resilience coming out of the global downturn of 2020. Buyer confidence returned faster than expected, driven by new entrants to private aviation and corporate flight departments re-evaluating travel strategies. Inventory levels remained historically low throughout much of the year, with strong absorption across light and midsize […]
Business Aviation Market Outlook | 2018
2018 marked a year of steady momentum in the business aviation sector. The market benefited from strong corporate demand, tax reform incentives, and a healthy U.S. economy, leading to increased aircraft utilization and renewed confidence among buyers and sellers. Light and midsize jets remained highly active segments, with strong absorption rates for late-model, U.S.-based aircraft […]