Getting It Fixed Right

Volume 35
Number 8
August 2005

Post-accident, most insurers will do the right thing but some will steer you to a marginal shop. Here’s how to stand your ground to get competent repairs.

For a low-value airframe, it doesn’t take much for a crash to result in a write off. Don’t expect a squabble with the insurer.

by Alan Armstrong

For most aircraft owners, dealings with insurance companies will be limited to shopping rates and paying premiums. Not many will file claims for a damaged airplane. But if the worst does happen, does the insurance company hold the upper hand?

Generally, yes. Insurers employ claims adjusters and lawyers who settle, arbitrate and litigate claims involving damage to airplanes as their daily business. They know the ropes. …

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