Member Perspectives “We continue to see robust interest in mid, super mid and large cabin aircraft, and while it is the bulk of our business, there appears to be more demand in those asset classes than supply, and with OEM's sticking to their current production schedules and delivery times that are 12–24 months out, we expect to see bonus depreciation and desire to get into assets sooner drive the pre-owned market up (slightly) in those cabin classes. MARK BEARDEN, FIRST AMERICAN EQUIPMENT FINANCE, AN RBC/CITY NATIONAL COMPANY // IADA VERIFIED PRODUCTS AND SERVICES MEMBER
“In the light jet market, ongoing turmoil by the Administration is causing buyers to sit on the sidelines due to an unclear direction on tariffs, geo-political issues, and economic conditions. I have seen a very slight uptick as we move towards the end of the year by a small number of potential buyers who are considering bonus deprecation. Time will tell if that is enough to push them across the line.” MITCH PISHKO, HONDA AIRCRAFT COMPANY // IADA VERIFIED OEM MEMBER
“Transactions in August were dramatically stronger than prior year, after renewal of 100% bonus depreciation. We expect the trend to continue through the remaining months of 2025.” DANIEL CHEUNG, AVIATION TAX CONSULTANTS // IADA VERIFIED PRODUCTS AND SERVICES MEMBER
“Effects of 100% bonus depreciation are starting to be seen, and will likely continue to increase as we approach year end.” BRIAN MCBEAN, AOPA FINANCE // IADA VERIFIED PRODUCTS AND SERVICES MEMBER
“With the uncertainty surrounding tariffs calming and bonus depreciation in place, the market has definitely received a boost. While macroeconomic and global factors can always cause a shadow, the current outlook is very bright.” JOHN ODEGARD, 5X5 TRADING // IADA ACCREDITED DEALER
“Market conditions remain uneven, with demand staying strong across select segments.” SCOTT OSHMAN, OSHMAN AVIATION // IADA ACCREDITED DEALER
“Transactions seemingly have picked up and wanted ads are slinging left and right. To me, that is a positive indicator as we quickly approach Q4. This should make for a busy closeout to the remainder of the year.” JAMES NORRIS, OMNI AIRCRAFT SALES // IADA ACCREDITED DEALER
“It feels like we will have a strong and steady market for the foreseeable future with 100% expensing in place until 2030.” JOSEPH CARFAGNA, LEADING EDGE AVIATION SOLUTIONS // IADA ACCREDITED DEALER
“Insurance market has softened becoming more of a buyer's market throughout 2025. Although rate reductions do not appear sustainable over the long term, it appears the market will remain soft, or stable at 'worst,' through 2026.” STEVE JOHNS, LLJOHNS AVIATION INSURANCE // IADA VERIFIED PRODUCTS AND SERVICES MEMBER
“It was already a busy year, but the return of bonus depreciation is fueling the fire.” JOHN FARRISH, INFLIGHT LAW // IADA VERIFIED PRODUCTS AND SERVICES MEMBER
“Once the tariffs are resolved and defined, I think the markets will become very active especially now that 100% depreciation is back on the table.” JOHN SWARTZ, SWARTZ AVIATION GROUP, LLC // IADA ACCREDITED DEALER
“Improving consumer confidence in the U.S. economy, trade tariffs and accelerated depreciation.” MICHAEL O’KEEFFE, BANYAN AIR SERVICE, INC. // IADA VERIFIED OEM MEMBER
“The market is moving. Many buyers are choosing to stay away from borrowing money. Hopefully interest rates will drop for buyers to borrow again.” CHRIS HAUPT, ASAJETS // IADA ACCREDITED DEALER
“New aircraft backlogs and pricing are very real obstacles which will contribute to stable values in production preowned aircraft.” TROY LAWSON, WEST ELK AVIATION // IADA ACCREDITED DEALER
“100% Bonus depreciation will drive a ton of activity between now and the end of 2025.” GEOFFREY CARLYLE, SKYSERVICE BUSINESS AVIATION, INC. // IADA ACCREDITED DEALER
“The Big Beautiful Bill is a tremendous positive. Insurance market has softened considerably and there are no signs that will change anytime soon.” JASON RILEY, ACRISURE AEROSPACE // IADA VERIFIED PRODUCTS AND SERVICES MEMBER | 
