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We believe that by sharing personal experiences we gain insight and become better pilots. So we created this website where students, seasoned pilots, and everyone in-between can share their experiences with aviation in an easy to read, beautiful way. Our hope is that you will follow our site, read these heartfelt articles and continue to become the safest, most proficient pilot possible.

Avemco Insurance

At Avemco, we understand the insurance needs of general aviation pilots like you. After all, we've been insuring pilots and aircraft owners since 1961. During that time, we've become one of America's most respected insurance companies, specializing in property and casualty insurance for general aviation aircraft owners and pilots. Avemco holds claim to being the only direct writer of aviation insurance in the U.S., with licenses in all 50 states.
Crashed general aviation airplane - Aircraft Hull Insurance: Protect Your Plane

Aircraft Hull Insurance: Protect Your Plane

Aircraft Hull Insurance Can Protect Your Plane When You’re Not There Our ...

A small general aviation aircraft for rental - Renter's Aircraft Insurance Coverage: The Hidden Danger

Renter’s Aircraft Insurance Coverage

Renter’s Aircraft Insurance Coverage: The Hidden Danger General aviation faces many challenges ...

Twin engine aircraft flying above Salt Lake valley - Flying in Hot Weather: Density Altitude

Flying in Hot Weather: Density Altitude

There’s a lot to consider when flying at high density altitude. By Mike ...

Plane preparing for takeoff - Don't Throw Caution To the Tailwind

Don’t Throw Caution to the Tailwind

Don’t Throw Caution to the Tailwind By Jim Lauerman, Past Avemco Insurance ...

Cessna Skylane - Choosing the Right Plane: Logic vs. Emotion

Choosing the Right Plane: Logic vs. Emotion

Exploring the logic and emotion of choosing the right plane. By their ...

General aviation aircraft taxiing - Taxi Losses

Taxi Losses

Looking at Taxi Losses by Mike Kerwin, VP Analytics Avemco Insurance Company ...