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Corporate Aircraft Insurance
Corporate aircraft insurance is unique and therefore requires an aircraft insurance specialist. Aircraft insurance policies are different than other standard lines of insurance and, therefore, require a specialist. Aircraft insurance policies are written using language unique to the industry: FAA language differs from policy language, requiring an aviation specialist to assist with placing the coverage. Trusting a multimillion-dollar hull coupled with liability limits into the hundreds of millions to a broker who is not a specialist can be a costly mistake.

In the aviation insurance industry, a professionally flown corporate aircraft will usually fall into the category of Industrial Aid; A professional crew flying well-maintained aircraft on business missions for executive and employee transportation has historically proven to be one of the safest risks in the industry. Industrial Aid policies will generally contain the broadest coverage for the lowest rates.

As an aviation insurance expert, DCI can help coordinate the proper hull insurance coverage and offer expert advice on liability coverage into the hundreds of millions through one or several of our preferred insurance companies.

Cabin Class Twin Engine Aircraft Insurance
Turboprop Aircraft Insurance
Very Light / Personal Jet Aircraft Insurance
Corporate Jet Aircraft Insurance
Helicopter Insurance

At DCI Insurance, we promise to make every policy a priority!

Cabin Class Twin Engine Aircraft Insurance
Compared to light aircraft, larger twin-engine aircraft bring on new and larger risk exposure. Passenger liability, training requirements, more complex and expensive equipment, and general policy wording become even more important. When you call DCI, you will speak with an aviation insurance specialist, most of whom are pilots. Our knowledge of your aircraft, the training facilities, and the insurance industry help us put together the best possible insurance package for you and your plane.

Many insurance companies will require pilots flying Cabin Class Twin aircraft to attend an approved school in the make and model annually. While we do agree with this school requirement, we understand that every pilot is different. In some cases annual school in the make and model may not be required. Because most of our brokers are pilots, they understand your needs. We pride ourselves on being understanding and flexible for you, our customer.

Turboprop Aircraft Insurance
DCI is well versed in insurance for turboprop aircraft, which is more complex than many general agents understand. While flying a turboprop aircraft is, in many ways, simpler and safer than flying a piston driven aircraft, turboprop aircraft generally fly higher and faster and carry more passengers. It is important to address the affiliated risks. Each mission a turboprop aircraft flies is different, and so is the insurance policy needed to cover that mission. Even if the turboprop aircraft is flown for Part 91 use only, it is important to understand the differences between the FAA regulations and the insurance policy. As corporate aviation specialists, our experts can be your advocate in creating the most comprehensive policy to suit your needs.

We work directly with turboprop aircraft manufacturers, training facilities, and insurance underwriters to help create the safest risk exposure possible.

Insurance for transitioning a pilot into a turboprop aircraft from a piston aircraft needs to be individualized. We are skilled in negotiating reasonable training programs for our transitioning customers. Our training requirements are tailored to the pilot using make and model schools, simulators, and mentor pilot training in the aircraft itself.

We can also provide coverage for some of your unique flight missions. You can expect better service, lower premiums, and many other benefits than your current agency can provide. We are not just offering a low price on airplane insurance; we are the very best at what we do. We will provide you with an entire market outlook and insurance audit free of charge.

Very Light / Personal Jet Aircraft Insurance
DCI has been at the forefront of insuring Very Light Jets since the concept was introduced, working hand-in-hand with underwriters, manufacturers, and training facilities. We currently insure a significant portion of the VLJ aircraft flying worldwide. Not only do we offer the best prices in the industry, but we also promise the security of decades of jet aircraft insurance experience.

DCIis dedicated to making sure our customers have the best possible policy for the best possible premium. We pride ourselves on finding policies tailored to our customer’s needs. VLJ aircraft are new and unique to the industry and have special requirements only an aviation insurance specialist should be trusted to handle. Because of the newness of the aircraft and its design features, issues such as parts availability may arise during a claim. Proper liability limits are also important. With our background and close working relationships with underwriters and VLJ manufacturers, DCIhas the expertise needed to enhance the quoting and claim process.

Insurance training requirements for transitioning to a VLJ can be simple and reasonable when trusting DCIto assist in the process. We work with training facilities, VLJ manufacturers, and insurance underwriters to develop training program guidelines on an individual customer basis, which gives us the ability to insure virtually any pilot in VLJ aircraft. Such programs often entail simulator-based training along with actual time in the aircraft (with a mentor pilot, during real-life flying missions). The result of developing such an individualized program is a transition that is easy, affordable, and safe. We will help new turbojet pilots understand training options and requirements. Pilots who before would be required to transition through many different aircraft to eventually fly a jet can now make the move into jet aircraft safely and, in many cases, with great ease.

Corporate Jet Aircraft Insurance
Some jet owners make the mistake of working with their general property and casualty agent. This unknowingly can be a huge mistake that can leave you not only paying exorbitant premiums year after year but also uninsured or underinsured in the event of a loss. Policy language and FAA regulations may be difficult to understand. If your agent is not familiar with aviation terminology, you may not be fully covered when a loss occurs.

Questions that might be asked include:

The answer to these questions may be a solid NO! This is where a corporate aviation insurance specialist is absolutely needed to help answer these difficult questions.

Frequently, a general property and casualty insurance broker will consult us to help place coverage. We cover the entire market and specialize in finding the broadest possible coverage at the lowest price. Let us take the hassle out of insuring your jet. We know the ins and outs of jet insurance and may be able to save you thousands of dollars annually.

Helicopter Insurance
Insuring a helicopter can be an easy process when dealing with the right agent. We have specialized in helicopter insurance and uses its indepth years of insuring rotor wing aircraft to negotiate the best price and policy for you, our customer.

We can insure virtually any rotorcraft and take the time to understand each customer's operation. We can provide helicopter insurance for the individual owner operator or for commercial helicopter fleets. With its diverse capabilities, the helicopter has the need for a specialized policy. Whether your cattle herding, fire fighting, sling loading, or an EMS operator, we can help you find the best policy for your operation.

DCI offers hull and liability insurance to our customers through several of our premier companies at competitive pricing. Our insurance policies do not depreciate the value of your helicopter as you build hours, and in the event of a claim, we have claims offices nationwide to help protect you and your helicopter. We also provide Breach of Warranty coverage that is accepted by banking institutions for helicopter owners with liens.