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As many aircraft managers and operators will attest; the true cost of owning and operating an aircraft can be quite a daunting figure to consider in today's economic shift to a leaner and more frugal approach to business aviation. That does not mean that it is not impossible for those that own and operate business and personal aircraft to find the best deals for services and storage. There are some fundamental items to consider when selecting aircraft storage facilities in general:
The first is the safety of the aircraft in the hangar. Newer facilities are constructed according to very strict codes, and have features that most insurance underwriters appreciate when it comes to ensuring the safety of the tenant's aircraft. Private facilities that provide dedicated space are not typically found at the standard FBO, and more importantly, finding shared or community space that is not over booked will assure that the aircraft is not at risk of being in a congested area or left outside.
The second item to consider is the security and privacy of your aircraft. High profile operators should expect to be housed at aviation facilities that safeguard and ensure that only those people with required access are permitted on site. Access controls and video surveillance to restrict persons from gaining access to aircraft or passengers and 24/7 monitoring of the facility should be provided.
Lastly, consider the image and efficiency by which the facility operates. While some operators are content to offer storage at reduced rates, it is important to observe the environment your operation and clients will experience when they embark and disembark from their aircraft what would you like to present to them when they visit? A well kept, secure and clean facility is favorable to one where too many aircrafts are stacked up and clients are directed through a maze of activity.
The Aerolease Group has over 30 successful years of experience in developing, managing and promoting business and corporate aviation facilities. With aviation office and hangar leasehold developments at two of the best airports in Los Angeles- the Long Beach and Van Nuys Airports, the Aerolease facilities encompass over 30 acres of land and over 500,000 square feet of office and aircraft hangar buildings. With a range of sizes, styles and options of hangars and offices, these facilities are host to a variety of business aircraft owners, personal aircraft, maintenance operations, flight schools and other service related companies. Each facility provides a unique blend of aviation space and provides a diverse mix of facilities for turbine, propeller and rotor wing aircraft. The "synergy" of business at each Aerolease location makes it a best choice at either airport.
