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Purchase Agreement Will Give Platoon Aviation Europe’s Largest Cessna Citation Longitude Fleet

Textron Aviation has announced it will sell multiple Cessna Citation Longitude business jets to Platoon Aviation, a private jet charter operator based in Hamburg, Germany.

Pre-Owned Aircraft Inventory Slides In Key Segments, Asking Prices Show Mixed Trends

Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used jets, piston singles, and other aircraft on Sandhills platforms.

Bombardier Global 8000 To Make South American Debut

Bombardier’s Global 8000 business jet will make its South American debut at the Catarina Aviation Show from May 21 to 23 at the São Paulo Catarina Executive International Airport in Brazil.

Pre-Owned Jet Inventory Remains Lower Than Pre-COVID Levels, Putting Pressure on Asking Prices

According to new Sandhills Global aviation market reports, pre-owned jet inventory levels remain low despite monthly upticks.

What's New At Sandhills Global

Find out about the latest additions to Sandhills platforms, including TruckPaper.com’s new trailer model names and BoatHarbor.com’s new mobile app.

AAI: King Air Landing Gear 6-Year Inspection and Overhaul (MRO Guide)

This guide is designed to walk you through what a King Air landing gear 6-year inspection really involves, how it differs from an overhaul, what we typically find, and why choosing an experienced landing gear maintenance shop matters.

Get Precise Aircraft Valuations With AircraftValuation.com

AircraftValuation.com, Sandhills Global’s newest aviation resource, provides free, fast aircraft valuations to support confident, data-backed decision-making.

A New Milestone For The TBM Family: Daher Aircraft Delivers The 1,300th Airplane From This Fast, Efficient Product Line

The milestone 1,300th TBM family airplane is a TBM 980 version, completed at Daher Aircraft’s Tarbes, France, headquarters and final assembly facility prior to its delivery to a U.S. customer.

Pre-Owned Mid Jet Aircraft Inventory Jumps, Asking Prices Decline Across Most Categories

Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used jets, piston singles, and other aircraft on Sandhills platforms.

Pre-Owned Jet, Piston-Single Aircraft, and Turboprop Inventory and Asking Prices Lower Than Last Year

According to the March Sandhills Global aviation market reports, inventory levels and asking prices for pre-owned jets, piston-single aircraft, and turboprop aircraft on Controller.com and other Sandhills platforms were lower than last year, while monthly trends were mixed.

Dassault Aviation Showcases New Falcon 10X Ultra-Long-Range Business Jet

Dassault Aviation recently unveiled its upcoming Falcon 10X business jet to hundreds of customers, partners, and aviation professionals at its facility in Bordeaux-Mérignac.

AAI On Top Challenges Faced During Landing Gear Overhaul Projects (Real Stories)

Find out what kinds of aircraft landing gear projects AAI handles, with real-life case study examples, and how the company overcomes technical challenges.

Pre-Owned Aircraft Inventories Continue Downward Trend, Driven By Large Jets

Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used jets, piston singles, and other aircraft on Sandhills platforms.

Pre-Owned Aircraft Inventory Levels Tighten As Downward Trends Continue

According to the latest Sandhills Global market reports, downward inventory trends continued in February for pre-owned jet aircraft, piston-single aircraft, and turboprop aircraft on Controller.com and other Sandhills platforms.

Daher To Spotlight Kodiak Turboprops As Low-Cost ‘Force Multipliers’ At Verticon 2026

Daher says the aircraft can support law enforcement, public safety, and government operators with lower operating costs than other options, as well as extended endurance—up to 9.5 hours of flight time in certain configurations.

What’s New At Sandhills Global

Get the latest news about updates to Sandhills platforms and apps for auction management, wholesale equipment sales, charter aircraft, vocational trucks, boats for sale, and more.

AAI Innovation: Engineering Faster Turnaround Times For Certified Aircraft Parts

Learn how AAI has continually improved turnaround times for certified aircraft parts, resulting in fewer grounded airplanes and more satisfied customers.

From VLJs To Bizliners: Your Guide To Jet Aircraft Categories

When browsing jet aircraft for sale on Controller.com, understanding these categories will help you see past the brand names to identify the jet type that best fits your mission.

Put Data Over Guesswork & Get Accurate Pre-Owned Aircraft Valuations With AircraftValuation.com

AircraftValuation.com is a new aviation resource from Sandhills Global that provides buyers and sellers with free, data-backed, accurate valuations for used aircraft based on an aircraft’s tail number.

Used Aircraft Inventory Continues To Slide, With Piston Singles & Helicopters Leading Declines

Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used jets, piston singles, and other aircraft on Sandhills platforms.

Rugged, Reliable, Versatile: Cessna Turbo 206H Stationair

The Cessna Turbo 206H Stationair offers operational versatility, reliability, and the ability to fly in rugged, challenging conditions, making it a popular choice for pilots and a strong investment for buyers.

Cirrus Debuts Updated G3 Vision Jet With More Adult Seating

The third-generation, single-engine Cirrus Aircraft G3 Vision Jet features a reimagined cabin and now accommodates six adults and one child rather than the previous five adults and two children.

Pre-Owned Aircraft Markets Continue to Contract In January As Inventory Levels Fall Across All Segments

New Sandhills Global market reports offer details on inventory and pricing trends for pre-owned jets, piston-single aircraft, turboprops, and piston helicopters.

AAI On Non-Destructive Testing In Challenger Landing Gear Overhaul

AAI explains why Bombardier Challenger landing gear requires specialized inspections, maintenance, and why non-destructive testing is vital.

Track Phone Leads From All Your Advertising With CallStats

Available in the Sandhills Cloud, the CallStats app enables sellers to track phone leads generated by print ads and online listings for retail, wholesale, auction, and rental assets.

Email Blasts: Reach Sandhills Buying Audiences Directly With Your Targeted Message

With Sandhills Global’s email blasts, you can showcase specific assets in your inventory, promote an upcoming auction, or announce a current promotion directly to active buyers from the marketing list for the Sandhills platform you choose.

Premium Hosted Websites Attract New Customers With Lead-Generating Features

Want to modernize your website with media sliders, videos, and more? Get a premium website hosted by Sandhills, plus a free WordPress conversion.

Used Jet Asking Prices Trending Sideways Following Typical Year-End Inventory Decrease

Watch our video for more about the drop in global used jet aircraft inventory levels in December and the subsequent impact on asking prices.

Evaluate The Effectiveness Of Online Advertising With The WebStats App

WebStats, available in the Sandhills Cloud, provides metrics on all aspects of your digital advertising, enabling a comprehensive evaluation of your online reach and strategic planning for future ads.

Hosted Mobile Apps Put Your Inventory In Your Customers’ Pockets

Make it easy for customers to shop and bid from their phones with a Sandhills-hosted mobile app customized to your brand and inventory.

5 Piston Single Aircraft To Watch For This Winter

Though they lack the engine redundancy of twin-engine piston, turboprop, and jet aircraft, single-engine piston aircraft remain popular for their affordability, accessibility, and simplicity.

Daher’s TBM & Kodiak Aircraft Continued Their Market Expansion With Deliveries In 2025

Daher Aircraft delivered a total of 76 airplanes during the year, including 51 TBM 960s from the Tarbes production site in southwest France and 25 Kodiaks from the company’s U.S. industrial facility at Sandpoint, Idaho.

Seasonal Year-End Sales Prompt Decrease In Used Jet Inventory While Asking Values Maintain Sideways Trend

The newest Sandhills Global aviation market reports highlight a continued decrease in global used jet inventory levels while asking prices maintain a sideways trend.

AAI On Common Wear Points In Challenger Landing Gear Systems

AAI explains why it's especially important to stay up to date on detailed inspections, maintenance, and corrosion prevention in Challenger aircraft.

Cirrus Unveils 2026 SR Series G7+ Aircraft

Cirrus today announced its 2026 SR Series G7+ aircraft for the SR20, SR22, and SR22T.

US & International Aviation Trade Shows For 2026

At many events, you’ll find representatives from Sandhills Global’s aviation platforms and services, ready to demonstrate how Controller and Sandhills’ other offerings can support your operations.

Make Data-Driven Decisions With Monthly Market Reports

Sandhills market reports draw on a vast pool of current and historical equipment sales data from Sandhills’ farm machinery, construction equipment, and truck and trailer platforms.

Boost Your Online Presence With Hosted Services From Sandhills

Sandhills-hosted websites provide a professional online presence for businesses, offering options to customize the site to suit your business needs.

Simplify Your Business Operations With The Sandhills Cloud

The Sandhills Cloud is a suite of tools and resources for connecting buyers and sellers in the agriculture, construction, trucking, and aviation industries, and for simplifying processes that occur before, during, and after sales.

AI-Assisted Advertising Starts With Inventory Management

You only need to enter or import assets once into Inventory Management, a free app in the Sandhills Cloud, to advertise and update them on any applicable Sandhills trade site, as well as your Sandhills-hosted website.

Bombardier Global 8000, World’s Fastest Business Jet, Receives U.S. Federal Aviation Administration Certification

Bombardier’s Global 8000, the fastest civilian aircraft since the Concorde, received Transport Canada Type Certification on November 5 and entered into service in December 2025.

Used Jet, Piston-Single & Turboprop Aircraft Markets Show Diverging Inventory & Asking Price Trends

Watch our video for more about diverging inventory and asking price trends in the used jet, piston-single, and turboprop aircraft markets.

Used Jet & Turboprop Aircraft Prices Trend Sideways As Inventory Levels Dip More Than 15% Year Over Year

The newest Sandhills Global aviation market reports highlight a sideways trend in asking prices for used jets and turboprop aircraft, with inventory levels down year over year by 16.73% and 17.76%, respectively.

Landing Gear Maintenance: AAI Explains Why Overhaul Matters

AAI discusses the time requirements and reasons landing gear needs to be removed and overhauled, as well as life limits and other aspects of the overhaul process.

4 Simple Steps To Charter Your Next Private Flight On CharterHub.com

Whether you’re looking to charter a private flight for a regional business trip or a family ski vacation, these four steps will help you prepare for and charter a private flight on CharterHub.com that matches your mission.

New Market Reports Underscore Mixed Inventory Trends For Used Jets, Piston Singles & Turboprop Aircraft

Watch our video to learn more about diverging inventory trends occurring among the used jet, piston-single, and turboprop aircraft markets.

Used Aircraft Market Shows Diverging Inventory Trends Among Jets, Piston Singles & Turboprop Aircraft

The newest Sandhills Global aviation market reports show a mix of inventory trends in October for used jets, piston singles, and turboprop aircraft.

How To Use CharterHub.com For All Your Charter Travel Needs

CharterHub.com lets users search thousands of flight listings, browse empty-leg flights, find charter companies and FBOs, and request free charter quotes from vetted charter companies.

How To Use Aircraft Cost Calculator’s Trip Cost Calculator

ACC is the aviation industry’s most powerful cost-analysis tool for projecting trip-specific projections and comparisons between private and commercial travel—here’s how to get started.

Bombardier Global 8000, The World’s Fastest & Longest-Range 4-Zone Business Jet, Now Sets A New Benchmark With The Lowest Cabin Altitude

Bombardier’s Global 8000 introduces a new industry benchmark for cabin altitude, exceeding its original estimates with a mark of 2,691 feet at 41,000 feet, making it the lowest being produced in business aviation.