RAPTOR AVIATION, INC.
PORT SAINT LUCIE, FLORIDA

Raptor Aviation is a global aircraft sales / brokerage company has become one of the premier brokers of ex-military aircraft along with the corporate turboprop & business jet market and helicopters. Approximately 70% of our business is international. While we continue to deal in the typical corporate markets, we can fully outfit an aircraft (fix wing or helicopter) for air ambulance service and have delivered such aircraft all over the world. We also work with militaries and government contractors for specialized aircraft in a variety of rolls. Our partner company is very strong in avionics upgrades including work for many OEMs as well as designing, certifying and kitting upgrades to be performed at the customer’s location. We can do upgrades for both Western and Eastern Bloc aircraft. The principal of Raptor Aviation is Albert Heidinger. Albert has over 22,000 hours flight time---the majority of it as a widebody international captain but also current in general aviation aircraft and fighter/trainer aircraft. Albert has been involved with general aviation since 1976 and in some way or another always been buying, selling, or helping start some type of aviation related company. These many years of experience give him a very deep understanding of the multiple aircraft on the market today. Having travel to over 90 countries, Albert has a good understanding of what the local needs are just about anywhere in the world. As you can see Raptor Aviation is a highly experienced company that is well placed to help in the selection, acquisition, and upgrade of nearly any type of aircraft a client desires. We have very good contacts worldwide and the ability to locate the best value aircraft for our clients. Sometimes potential aircraft buyers / sellers wonder why they should hire a specialist to assist them in the buying / selling process. With all the resources on the internet, many people enjoy the process of buying / selling an aircraft themselves. It is estimated that over 85% of people with college-level education research products online before purchasing. While that is a perfectly fine strategy for many products, buying / selling an aircraft is a highly specialized process. Having someone assist you as you buy or sell your plane can save you a lot of time and some potential major headaches (and actually save you money!) An acquisition specialist can help you determine the right plane for your mission; they can explain the pros and cons of various aircraft as well as the aircraft’s performance capabilities and real-world operational costs. Think of it this way, people who operate their airplanes might buy two or maybe three aircraft over the course of many years while a solid acquisition agent will buy/sell hundreds over the same period. Experience has its advantages. We offer a full range of services and we view ourselves as partners with our clients. We know the best way to serve you is to help you have the best buying experience possible and to find the right airplane at the right price for you. Don’t forget the seller has an agent representing & advertising his aircraft. That agents is trying to get the most money possible for his client who is the seller! It is in the buyer’s best interest to have an experienced agent working on his behalf and protecting him! Remember---when you see an aircraft advertised, that company is working for the interest of the seller! When you are selling, a specialist can help you price the aircraft right so it actually sells. They can also get the aircraft listed in places you can't on your own along with sending it out to a far larger group of potential buyers. A broker ensures the paperwork is completed correctly and filed. If it's an ex-military aircraft you happen to selling, there are many additional regulations that an experienced ITAR registered broker can most sellers are not even aware of. Analyze data provided by the seller including specifications, history, condition, cosmetics, maintenance status Make recommendations to the Buyer / Seller including pricing and terms. Negotiate on behalf of Buyer / Seller Handle all interfaces with involved professionals including seller, broker, maintenance facility, escrow agent, banker or financial institution, insurance agent and underwriter, attorney, CPA/tax professional, pilots, et al. Arrange for the installation of any special missions equipment or air ambulance equipment. Obtain ITAR / DDTC clearance for the aircraft / special missions equipment if required Of course we can tailor the process for you and offer you the support and help you need throughout. Having someone work alongside you as you search for and decide on your next aircraft or sell your current one, can be a tremendous help and potentially save you a significant sum of money. Dave indicated you are one of th few guys in the business that is the real deal, trustworthy and has a passion for it. Thanks again for making this happen Cost Effective Special Missions Solutions