Aircraft Ferry Flight Insurance
Specialist Insurance for International Aircraft Ferry Flights
Protect your aircraft throughout an international ferry flight with insurance suited to the journey. Choose from Ground Risk cover while the aircraft is stationary or Full Flight Risk cover for protection during ground operations and in the air.
Whether the aircraft is being delivered, repositioned or flown overseas after purchase, we can help arrange suitable protection for each stage of the ferry flight.
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Aircraft Ferry Flight Insurance for Local and International Journeys
Taking an aircraft across country borders is no ordinary weekend trip. The aircraft can fly thousands of kilometres, pass through several jurisdictions, and land at several airports for refuelling, inspections, or rest. Standard aircraft insurance may not include the entire route, pilot or temporary operation. That’s where aircraft ferry flight insurance comes in.
AGL Aviation can provide specialist international aircraft ferry insurance for international deliveries to Australia or transfers between locations overseas. Cover can be appropriate for new aircraft purchases, ownership transfers, aircraft imports and exports, delivery flights and one-off relocations.
Depending on the aircraft, route and insurer approval, AGL Aviation may arrange:
- Ground Risk Cover: Ensures the security of the aircraft when on the ground, including during storage, preparation, maintenance or refuelling. It does not offer any protection during flight.
- Full Flight Risk Cover: Can protect the aircraft during flight, taxiing and ground operations, subject to terms, limits and exceptions of policy.
Most countries (including the USA and Canada) will offer these options. But each route must be assessed separately. For instance, the Canadian Transport Canada has different requirements for aircraft in Canadian airspace, and the US Federal Aviation Administration has rules regarding a Special Flight Permit.
When it comes to aircraft ferry insurance in Australia, AGL Aviation first reviews the aircraft, pilot, and proposed route before engaging the right aviation insurance companies. This helps ensure the ferry flight insurance accurately reflects the trip as a whole, without leaving out any crucial stages.
Who We Insure
No two ferry flights look the same. One could be a private owner bringing home a newly purchased Cessna, and another could be a delivery company transporting a business jet from country to country. AGL Aviation’s aircraft ferry flight insurance insures those who make these trips happen, including people and businesses.
▶ Aircraft Owners
Have you purchased an aircraft abroad or have to relocate an aircraft to a new base? We can arrange aircraft ferry insurance in Australia for private and commercial aircraft owners, including for an approved pilot and agreed ferry route.
▶ Aircraft Buyers and Sellers
When ownership changes before or during delivery, insurance can become more complicated. CASA mandates reporting of an ownership change within 14 days of the sale or purchase and application to become the owner within 28 days of the sale or purchase. AGL Aviation will support the planned handover and relocation process with suitable aircraft delivery flight insurance.
▶ Aircraft Dealers and Brokers
Aircraft may require relocation for demonstration, sale, inspection or delivery to a buyer. We can seek short-term aircraft insurance in Australia for one-off movements, depending on the aircraft, pilot, destinations, and the insurer’s approval.
▶ Professional Ferry Pilots
A qualified ferry pilot might not necessarily be insured under the owner’s existing policy. Insurers will usually take into account the pilot’s licence and current ratings, total flying hours, time on the aircraft type, instrument and multi-engine experience, and previous international ferry experience. CASA clarifies that the pilot must hold the aircraft class/type rating. AGL Aviation may apply for ferry flight insurance to include the chosen pilot or to make a specific exception for the pilot to be named on the policy.
▶ Ferry and Delivery Businesses
For complex delivery routes, temporary aircraft modifications and fuel stops, professional delivery companies can handle the tasks. We can arrange aviation ferry flight insurance, aircraft relocation insurance and cover for individual delivery operations.
▶ Commercial Aviation Operators
Charter companies, flight schools and other charter operators may require flight repositioning from base to base, maintenance centre to maintenance centre, or international markets. AGL Aviation can explore temporary aircraft insurance in Australia based on the operator, the aircraft and the proposed flight.
▶ Aircraft Importers and Aviation Businesses
Importing an aircraft is not just a matter of crossing the border by plane. The Australian Border Force provides details of the requirements for importing aircraft, with provisions for eligible temporary imports. AGL Aviation can assist businesses seeking aircraft import insurance in Australia.
Types of Ferry Flights We Cover
Multiple countries can be involved in a cross-border flight, including fuel stops and operating permissions. AGL Aviation can provide international aircraft ferry insurance for the entire journey, including the aircraft, approved pilot, and planned travel dates.
- International Aircraft Ferry Flights: Multiple countries can be involved in a cross-border flight, including fuel stops and operating permissions. AGL Aviation can provide international aircraft ferry insurance for the entire journey, including the aircraft, approved pilot, and planned travel dates.
- Aircraft Being Ferried into Australia: Specific registration, airworthiness and flight authorisations may be necessary to bring an aircraft into Australia. We can help with aircraft insurance for flights into Australia, including ferrying a new or imported aircraft from overseas.
- Aircraft Delivery Flights: An aircraft must be delivered from a manufacturer, dealer, seller or a maintenance provider to its new owner. Aircraft delivery flight insurance in Australia can cover the scheduled trip, including stops and an approved pilot.
- Newly Purchased Aircraft Relocation: Purchase of the aircraft is one thing. The next is to get it home safely. Whether a newly purchased aircraft has to be relocated to its new hangar, operator or country of registration, AGL Aviation can provide aircraft relocation insurance.
- Sales and Ownership Transfer Flights: A flight may take place during the transfer of ownership, registration or operational responsibility. As long as you provide the transaction details and insurer approval, we can provide ferry flight insurance during the delivery period.
- Aircraft Repositioning Flights: Aircraft repositioning between flying bases, storage facilities, charter bases, and seasonal flying areas happens frequently. AGL Aviation can seek short-term aircraft insurance Australia for a planned repositioning flight that falls outside an existing policy.
- Flights for Maintenance or Repairs: For certain aircraft, it may be necessary to take the aircraft to another facility for maintenance, modifications, inspections, or repairs. Insurance is not a substitute for the permit or airworthiness approval. However, AGL Aviation can provide aviation ferry flight insurance for the approved movement.
- Aircraft Import and Export Ferry Flights: We can assist with aircraft import insurance in Australia. CASA’s special flight permit application specifically recognises aircraft delivery and export as possible reasons for issuing a permit.
One-Off and Temporary Ferry Operations: Not every aircraft needs an annual policy for its planned movement. For one-off aircraft ferries, deliveries or relocations, AGL Aviation can provide temporary aircraft insurance in Australia. Cover may be provided for a specific time period, route, and approved pilot, as per underwriting.
In any case, AGL Aviation will consider the entire flight route before applying for aircraft ferry flight cover in Australia. This includes the departure site, destination, layovers, the condition of the aircraft, pilots’ experience, and the type of cover needed.
Insurance Solutions for Aircraft Ferry Flights
A ferry flight can involve more than an aircraft moving from one airport to another. The aircraft may land in one place for several days, pass through several countries, or fly through countries with different risk profiles. AGL Aviation can provide aircraft ferry flight insurance for the aircraft, as well as the approved pilot, route, and flight duration.
Hull coverage will insure the aircraft against covered physical loss or damage. It may be used in flight, taxiing and ground operations, as per policy. The insured value should be based on the current value of the aircraft, taking into consideration any declared equipment or approved modifications.
Third-party bodily injury or property damage claims that fall under liability coverage may trigger the liability cover. Passenger liability may also apply as appropriate and granted.
Some operators carrying passengers to, from or within Australia are required to have compulsory insurance. These requirements are outlined in the Department of Infrastructure’s explanation to Australia’s air carriers’ liability and insurance framework.
Normal hull coverages might not apply to war, terrorism, hijack and sabotage, confiscation or civil unrest. You may be able to obtain Hull War and Allied Perils Insurance for approved locations and routes.
This cover is especially helpful when setting up international aviation insurance in Australia. ICAO offers guidance to assess risk to civil aircraft operating over or near conflict zones. Routes may be denied or underwritten for restricted or high-risk airspace.
Not ready to fly just yet? Ground Risk Cover can cover the aircraft when it is parked, stored, prepared, maintained or fueled. It does not normally begin to cover the aircraft when it starts taxiing or flying.
This could be useful for an imported aircraft awaiting registration, inspection and/or final flight certification. It may also be incorporated into aircraft import insurance in Australia or temporary aircraft storage.
Full Flight Risk Cover could cover the ground, taxi and flight stages. It could be appropriate if aircraft delivery flight insurance in Australia is needed for the whole delivery trip, not just ground delivery.
AGL Aviation can provide international ferry flight insurance for approved flights to and from overseas destinations. The policy can include:
- Departure point and final destination
- Permitted countries and territorial limits
- Approved stopovers and refuelling airports
- Proposed travel dates
Aircraft use and configuration - Named or approved ferry pilots
One protection or relocation for an aircraft may be all that is necessary. In such instances, AGL Aviation could consider temporary aircraft insurance in Australia for a specific duration and journey.
This option may suit a sale, import, export, maintenance flight or newly purchased aircraft relocation.
The policy should explicitly designate who is allowed to operate the aircraft. Insurers may review the pilot’s licence, ratings, total flight experience, experience on type, and experience on previous ferry operations before approving.
Changing the pilot after cover has been arranged should be discussed with AGL Aviation before the flight begins.
Aircraft ferry insurance typically is arranged around an approved route. The cover may change due to changes in countries, stops or destinations. Airspace may also close without warning, especially during regional conflict or political turmoil.
Depending on the aircraft and insurer, additional options may include:
- Ferry tanks and approved fuel-system modifications
- Aircraft spares and equipment
- Search and rescue expenses
- Emergency or diversion expenses
- Loss-of-use cover
- Passenger liability
- Hull War and Allied Perils
- Extended territorial limits
Optional benefits are subject to insurance company approval, limits and exclusions. AGL Aviation will inspect the proposed ferry operation and help arrange aircraft ferry flight cover in Australia that reflects the actual journey.
Aircraft We Cover
Many practical and insurance questions apply to every flight, from a piston plane to a long-range business jet. AGL Aviation offers a wide selection of aircraft ferry flight insurance to cover all types of fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft, depending on the aircraft, pilot, route, and insurer.
▶ Single-Engine Piston Aircraft
Following a sale, importation, or change of operating base, single-engine aircraft are frequently ferried. These trips can involve multiple fuel stops, weather changes, and long distances in remote areas. AGL Aviation can arrange aircraft ferry insurance Australia for different aircrafts.
▶ Multi-Engine Piston Aircraft
Piston twin-engine aircraft typically have specific requirements for pilots and multi-engine experience. Insurers may also review the proposed route, overwater sections, the aircraft’s value, and its maintenance history.
Aircraft delivery may be covered under Aircraft delivery flight insurance when the aircraft is transported from approved locations to approved locations, for private, training, charter, and business aircraft.
▶ Turboprop Aircraft
Turboprops can be operated farther and can insure greater values than many piston-powered aircraft. Insurers may also require certain turbine experience, recurrent training, or supervised flying hours due to their systems and performance.
For approved aircraft, like Pilatus PC-12, Cessna Caravan, Beechcraft King Air and Piper M-Class, AGL Aviation can apply for international aircraft ferry insurance in Australia.
▶ Business Jets
Hull values, type-rated pilots, and meticulous fuel stops are likely to be significant factors in moving a business jet internationally. The insurer may also consider simulator training, crew composition, and international operating experience.
For light, midsize and larger business jets, AGL Aviation can provide you with aircraft insurance for international flights in Australia.
▶ Commercial Aircraft
Commercial aircraft may need to be repositioned for delivery to a new operator, lease commencement or return, heavy maintenance, fleet transfers, storage, and sale or export.
Appropriate aviation ferry flight insurance can be designed around the aircraft, operator, crew and approved ferry plan. Throughout application, aircraft identification should be 100% correct. The ICAO Aircraft Type Designator (ATD) database contains the recognised designators that are used in aircraft flight planning and air traffic services.
▶ Helicopters
Helicopters can be purchased, then transported between operating bases or to a maintenance facility. They can factor in the turbine/piston configuration, pilot experience, operating environment, and planned stops in their insurance assessment.
AGL Aviation offers specialist helicopter insurance, and we can arrange helicopter ferry flight insurance in Australia for approved movements both domestically and internationally.
▶ Experimental, Vintage and Specialist Aircraft
Experimental, amateur-built, warbird and vintage aircraft often require closer underwriting review. Insurers will seek engineering records, inspection reports, operating restrictions, and extensive pilot experience before offering terms.
CASA certification guidance applies to experimental aircraft, and many former military aircraft are flown under limited-category conditions. The rules can affect how and where an aircraft can be flown.
Coverage is subject to the insurer’s approval and may have other requirements. From aircraft relocation insurance in Australia to temporary cover for a specialist aircraft, AGL Aviation will assess the aircraft and proposed flight before presenting the risk to insurers.
Aircraft and Manufacturers We Insure
Aircraft brought into Australia range from small training planes to specialised turboprops and private jets. Some are from manufacturers, others are from private owners, dealers or foreign aviation companies. AGL Aviation can provide aircraft ferry flight insurance cover for a broad range of aircraft makes and models. The conditions for determining aircraft cover are based on its value, age, condition, configuration, pilot and route.
| Aircraft / Manufacturer | Type | Key Cover Considerations |
|---|---|---|
| Diamond Aircraft | Light piston and twin-engine aircraft | Aircraft value, international route, pilot experience, fuel stops, Ground Risk and Full Flight Risk cover. |
| Cirrus Aircraft | High-performance piston and personal aircraft | Hull value, pilot qualifications, route planning, avionics, weather exposure and international ferry risks. |
| Pilatus Aircraft | Turboprop and business aircraft | High hull value, pilot experience, international operations, flight duration, liability and transit arrangements. |
| Cessna Aircraft | Piston, turboprop and light jet aircraft | Aircraft age, model, hull value, maintenance history, planned route, pilot experience and flight risk. |
| Piper Aircraft | Piston and turboprop aircraft | Aircraft condition, pilot qualifications, route complexity, fuel stops, weather exposure and liability requirements. |
| Other Aircraft Makes and Models | Fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft | Cover can be considered according to the aircraft type, value, condition, route, destination and ferry flight arrangements. |
▶ Diamond Aircraft
Diamond makes single- and multi-engine piston aircraft for private, training, and business use. Current models made include the DA20, DA40, DA42 and DA50 RG. The models are available to view in the official Diamond Aircraft range. AGL Aviation may arrange aircraft delivery insurance Australia for approved Diamond aircraft. Other eligible Diamond models
Composite construction, engine type, avionics and pilot experience may all be considered during underwriting.
▶ Cirrus Aircraft
Cirrus aircraft are in great demand with private owners and business travellers. The manufacturer’s range includes the piston-powered SR20, SR22 and SR22T, along with the single-engine Vision Jet. AGL Aviation provides specialist Cirrus aircraft insurance and can seek international aircraft ferry insurance for approved delivery or relocation flights. Insurers can ask about transition training, time on type, avionics experience and familiarity with Cirrus safety systems. The official Cirrus SR Series page provides further information about its current piston aircraft.
▶ Pilatus Aircraft
Pilatus aircraft are employed in private transport, charter, corporate transport, freight and special missions. It is best known for its civilian aircraft such as the PC-12 turboprop and the PC-24 business jet. AGL Aviation can provide Pilatus aircraft insurance for approved aircraft entering Australia, or between international locations. Learn more about the Pilatus PC-12 and PC-24 from the manufacturer.
▶ Cessna Aircraft
The Cessna line spans from the well-known training plane to turboprops and Citation business jets. So, insurance coverage for one Cessna may differ significantly from another. AGL Aviation can offer and organise Cessna aircraft insurance. The official Cessna aircraft range covers its current piston, turboprop and jet families.
▶ Piper Aircraft
Piper manufactures piston and turbine aircraft for training, personal flying and business travel. It now offers the Archer, Seminole, M350, M500 and M700 Fury models. AGL Aviation provides Piper aircraft insurance as well as aircraft import insurance in Australia for approved Piper aircraft imported or delivered from overseas.
▶ Other Aircraft Makes and Models
Your aircraft doesn’t have to be on this list for AGL Aviation to consider it. We can also contact insurers for other makes and models, such as historic, unusual, or modified aircraft. Additional underwriting information may be required. AGL Aviation can provide overseas aircraft ferry insurance in Australia or one-off delivery insurance to the appropriate aviation underwriters, depending on your insurance requirements. Conditions and restrictions for all cover still apply, subject to insurer approval, policy terms, and territorial restrictions.
International Ferry Flight Cover
International ferry flights may fly across multiple borders before arriving at the new home. Entry procedures, approved airports, and operating requirements may vary by country. The insurance should also cover the journey from the starting point to the destination.
AGL Aviation can provide aircraft ferry flight insurance for aircraft being delivered to Australia or moved from one overseas location to another. Cover is likely available in most countries, including the USA & Canada, as long as it is approved for the aircraft, pilot, route, and insurer.
Cover for Aircraft Being Ferried into Australia
Buying an aircraft overseas is exciting. Getting it into Australia involves a few more moving parts. AGL Aviation can provide aircraft insurance for flights into Australia for newly purchased aircraft, ownership transfers, imports and other approved deliveries.
Unless exempted, aircraft can only enter Australia via one of the designated international airports. When determining the final sector, its aircraft entry and departure guidance should be taken into account.
Cover in the USA and Canada
AGL Aviation could arrange overseas aircraft ferry insurance in Australia for aircraft flights departing from, arriving in, or travelling through the USA and Canada. Availability depends on the route, aircraft registration, pilot, and planned operation.
Insurance does not replace border or operating approvals. For example, the US Customs and Border Protection requires APIS manifest transmissions for private and commercial aircraft arriving in or departing from the USA, while Canada requires general aviation aircraft to arrive at an approved airport of entry and report to the Canada Border Services Agency.
International Delivery and Repositioning
Aircraft delivery flight insurance may apply when an aircraft is moving from its manufacturer, dealer, or seller to the new owner.
Aircraft relocation insurance may apply to aircraft being temporarily relocated between operating bases, storage centres, or to and from overseas locations without a resulting sale. AGL Aviation will explain, when it presents the risk to insurers, why the flight is necessary.
Territorial Limits and Approved Routes
International ferry policies usually identify where the aircraft is permitted to operate. Discuss any route change with AGL Aviation before departure. The policy may be impacted if you fly beyond the agreed territorial boundaries.
Stopovers and Refuelling Locations
Many long-distance ferry flights have refuelling stops; these should be indicated when the application is made. Insurers may also consider airport security, runway suitability, regional circumstances, and the duration of each ground stop.
Pilots flying into Australia should also have up-to-date aeronautical information for the route and applicable alternate airports.
Different Countries, Different Requirements
This type of insurance plan may not apply to all territories. Before offering international ferry flight insurance, the insurance provider may investigate, local insurance limits, entry and customs procedures, registration and airworthiness documents, required permits or authorisations, etc..
AGL Aviation can discuss the proposed journey with aircraft ferry insurers to identify the most appropriate aircraft ferry flight cover. This ensures the cover aligns with the aircraft, approved pilot, route, and international delivery plan.
Ferry Pilot Insurance & Pilot Requirements
While it’s crucial to have a well-planned route, it’s also vital to know who will be in the cockpit. During an international ferry flight, the pilot will face different airports, weather, long overwater sectors, and demanding flying for several days.
As a result, flying experience is one factor which is taken into account when arranging aircraft ferry flight insurance. AGL Aviation will provide the insurer with the proposed pilot’s qualifications and experience so the pilot can be assessed and, if accepted, approved under the policy.
What Does Ferry Pilot Insurance Cover?
The term “ferry pilot insurance” describes an aircraft policy that allows an approved pilot to fly the aircraft on the ferry flight. Does not necessarily imply the pilot has personal accident insurance, income protection insurance, or life insurance covering them.
The policy should clearly identify who may fly the aircraft. AGL Aviation can help clarify how the pilot approval applies within the selected ferry flight insurance policy.
Why Pilot Experience Matters
An insurance company could have an exclusion, meaning that a pilot is legally qualified to fly an aircraft but still fall outside an insurer’s requirements. Licensing provides legal privileges. Insurance approval is a separate risk assessment.
This is particularly relevant for insuring ferry flights for foreign aircraft, as the trip could be tougher than the pilot’s standard flying.
Pilot Licence and Ratings
The ferry pilot must hold a current pilot’s licence and all ratings and endorsements for the aircraft and operation. Some aircraft are not rated for a general class and require a specific type rating.
According to CASA, the only way to earn an aircraft type rating is through approved training and a flight test. AGL Aviation can ask to see a copy of the pilot’s licence, ratings, flight review information and current medical certificate.
Total Flying Hours
Total flight time provides the insurance company with a comprehensive history of the pilot’s flying experience. But hours can add up, and more isn’t necessarily better.
Time on Aircraft Type
Specific experience with the same aircraft may matter more than total flight time. A thousand-hour light piston pilot might need further training before he or she is qualified to fly a turboprop or business jet.
Instrument and Multi-Engine Experience
Cloud, low visibility, and instrument approaches may be involved in international routes. According to CASA, IFR pilots must hold the appropriate instrument rating and meet the associated requirements.
For a multi-engine aircraft, the pilot must also be qualified in the aircraft type. A multi-engine aeroplane class rating is required for training and a flight test.
Previous Ferry Flight Experience
Previous ferry flights can show that the pilot understands the practical demands of aircraft delivery and relocation. Insurers may ask about domestic and international ferry flights completed, similar aircraft previously delivered, previous routes into Australia, etc..
International and Route-Specific Experience
Experience flying in the countries included on the route may strengthen the application for overseas aircraft ferry insurance Australia. AGL Aviation may ask whether the pilot has previously operated through the proposed airspace, airports and refuelling locations.
You may find it easier to secure overseas aircraft ferry insurance Australia if you’ve flown in the countries you are going to. AGL Aviation may ask the pilot to confirm whether they have previously flown through the proposed airspace, airports, and refuelling areas.
What Insurers May Consider
Buying aircraft ferry flight insurance isn’t as simple as entering the aircraft registration and selecting a travel date. Insurers need a clear understanding of the aircraft, the pilot, and the flight path before they can decide whether they’ll cover the plane and what terms and conditions might apply.
AGL Aviation will usually gather the following information when approaching insurers.
Why Choose AGL Aviation
There’s a lot to get right before a ferry flight takes off, and it may only occur once. The policy must reflect on the aircraft, approved pilot, and planned route and countries involved.
Established aviation insurance expertise at AGL Aviation can arrange aircraft ferry flight insurance for domestic and international aircraft deliveries, relocations and one-off aircraft flights.
Specialist Aviation Insurance Knowledge: Aviation insurance is a specialist field. AGL Aviation operates in partnership with aircraft owners, commercial aircraft operators, aircraft maintenance companies, pilots and other aviation organisations.
Experience with Specialist Aviation Risks:
Some ferry operations differ greatly from day-to-day private flying. It can be a new aircraft, extended overwater legs, a temporary fuel system or multiple international stops. AGL Aviation can assist with specialist and non-standard risks. Every risk remains subject to insurer review and approval.International Ferry Flight Insurance Solutions: For an aircraft being delivered into Australia, or from one approved international location to another, AGL Aviation can provide international ferry flight insurance. This could be aircraft delivery flight insurance Australia, aircraft relocation insurance Australia, or cover for one specific approved flight.
Access to Aviation Underwriting Markets: Aircraft type, pilot, and international route preferences vary by insurer. AGL Aviation can approach appropriate aviation underwriting markets and discuss the terms.
Cover Built Around the Actual Flight: There is no sensible one-size-fits-all policy for an international ferry operation. AGL Aviation considers aircraft make, model, age and value, pilot qualifications and experience, departure point and destination, proposed route and stopovers, countries and territories involved, aircraft condition and airworthiness, intended dates and flight duration, and additional ferry tanks or fuel systems. This information is vital for AGL Aviation to obtain the most appropriate aircraft ferry insurance in Australia, rather than guessing how the aircraft will be flown.
Ground Risk and Full Flight Risk Options: The aircraft may require cover before takeoff. AGL Aviation may arrange (subject to insurance provider approval) ground risk cover and full flight risk cover. AGL Aviation can explain where each option begins and ends, including any excesses, exclusions or territorial limits.
Help When You Need to Make a Claim: A policy is most relevant when a problem arises. AGL Aviation can help clients deal with insurance claims and liaise with their insurance company, assessors and others concerned. Visit the AGL Aviation claims page for information about its claims support process.
Australia-Wide Support: AGL Aviation assists aircraft owners, pilots and aviation businesses throughout Australia. The team can review the planned operation, whether you are flying to Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Darwin, Canberra or Tasmania, or a regional airport.
Call AGL Aviation, provide the aircraft, pilot, and route information, and discuss the available insurance options.
How to Get Started
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Planning to deliver, relocate or reposition an aircraft within Australia or overseas? AGL Aviation can arrange ferry flight insurance that reflects the aircraft, route and specific requirements of the journey.
Our aviation insurance team will take you through the available Ground Risk and Full Flight Risk cover, considering factors such as pilot experience, departure and arrival points, stopovers and the length of the operation.
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Frequently asked questions
FAQs – Aircraft Ferry Flight Insurance
Aircraft ferry flights involve specialised risks, particularly when an aircraft is being delivered, repositioned or flown internationally. Our Aircraft Ferry Flight Insurance FAQs explain your options, answer common questions and clarify the cover available for one-off and temporary ferry operations. Explore the answers below to learn more about Ground Risk and Full Flight Risk cover for your journey.
International aircraft ferry flight insurance covers the transport of an aircraft from one country to another. It can be used for an aircraft delivery, import, export, sale, maintenance flight or relocation.
The policy is usually arranged around a specific aircraft, approved pilot, route, stopovers and travel period.
If your existing ferry flight insurance does not cover the proposed countries, pilot, or purpose of the flight, you may require a separate policy. In addition, an annual aircraft policy can also include territorial constraints or exclude some delivery and import operations.
Before you leave, please have AGL Aviation review the current policy and let them know if an extension or separate policy is needed.
Possibly, but you should never assume that it does. Check whether the policy covers:
- The proposed ferry pilot
- Every country on the route
- International stopovers
- The aircraft’s new ownership or registration
- Additional ferry tanks
- Delivery, import or export operations
- The complete duration of the journey
AGL Aviation can discuss the wording and determine whether separate aircraft delivery flight insurance is needed.
Yes, with insurance company approval. For piston aircraft, turboprops, business jets, helicopters, and approved aircraft, AGL Aviation can provide aircraft insurance for flights to Australia for eligible aircraft.
CASA provides official guidance on delivering an aircraft to Australia, including the possible registration and airworthiness arrangements. Customs, quarantine, and airworthiness clearance may also be required for imported aircraft. Read CASA’s guide to importing an aircraft into Australia.
Airlines in, out of, or transiting through the USA and Canada may have coverage available. Approval depends on the aircraft, aircraft registration, pilot, route, and purpose of the flight.
For approved flights with these countries, an Australian aircraft ferry insurance policy can be sought from AGL Aviation. Separate permissions are required for border, customs, and aviation.
Yes, temporary aircraft insurance in Australia is available for a single approved ferry/delivery/repositioning flight. The policy may be set up for a specific path and duration (not necessarily a year).
This may suit:
- A newly purchased aircraft
- An aircraft import or export
- A flight to a maintenance facility
- A lease delivery or return
- A transfer between operating bases
All applications remain subject to underwriting.
If the insurer has approved the professional ferry pilot under the policy, then he can be covered. The insurer will evaluate the pilot’s licence, ratings, total time, time on type, instrument time and prior ferry experience.
Never change the pilot without informing AGL Aviation when arranging aircraft ferry insurance. A new pilot may require separate approval.
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