There are several reasons why an aircraft may require appraisal: the owner may require an appraisal to obtain an accurate insurance quote, a buyer may require an appraisal to ensure that he or she is paying a fair price, or a seller may desire to ensure that he or she is offering a fair price. You will need to go through extensive training to become an aircraft appraiser who will handle this process. If you want to work as an aircraft appraiser, you’ll almost certainly need some experience in the industry.
First and foremost, you must obtain a high school diploma or an equivalent qualification. After graduation, you have several options for becoming an aircraft appraiser. You can become a pilot taking training courses and investing a significant amount of time and money in learning how to fly. You can train to be an aircraft mechanic, but this will take a lot of time and effort. This can be accomplished working as an apprentice for a company, attending a flight school, or joining the military. You can even work in aircraft sales if you have the necessary on-the-job training.
After gaining some experience in the field, you’ll need to take the next steps to become an aircraft appraiser, which usually entails completing additional training coursework that certifies you to work in the field. There are various levels of certification and training that can take anywhere from one to four years. You can become an aircraft appraiser with a basic level certificate, but you will most likely work as part of a team under the supervision of a more experienced appraiser.
You can perform appraisals on your own if you have a senior appraiser certificate. You can either work for an appraisal firm or go out on your own and start your own business. Depending on your qualifications, franchise opportunities may be available. Because the specific certificates and qualifications required to become an aircraft appraiser or senior appraiser vary region, you’ll need to do some research to find the appropriate governing bodies in your area, as well as the best approved and recognized training programs within the aircraft industry. In some cases, you may be able to take an entry-level position with an aircraft company and receive the training you require through that company’s programs.