AEROCOR Hits $500M Milestone with Integrated Brokerage and Training

HENDERSON, Nev. – January 30, 2026 – Aircraft brokerage firm AEROCOR has announced a significant corporate milestone, surpassing 350 aircraft transactions with a total value exceeding $500 million. This achievement underscores the success of the company's distinctive business model, which pairs traditional brokerage services with a deeply integrated, hands-on pilot training program designed to enhance safety and predictability throughout the aircraft ownership lifecycle.

In the last year alone, the firm closed 33 transactions, contributing to a portfolio that now spans more than 50 different aircraft models, from helicopters to ultra-long-range jets. This growth comes at a time of fluctuation in the wider business aviation market, suggesting AEROCOR's unique approach is resonating with a discerning clientele across its global network, which now touches 11 countries on five continents.

A New Model for Aircraft Ownership

At the core of AEROCOR's strategy is a philosophy its leaders call "operational understanding." This concept moves beyond the paperwork of a sale to encompass the practical realities of flying, maintaining, and insuring a high-performance aircraft. By integrating these elements, the firm aims to de-risk the complex process of aircraft acquisition and ownership.

"What separates predictability from optimism is operational understanding," said Gavin Woodman, co-founder of AEROCOR and a professional pilot with over 9,000 flight hours. "Because we understand how aircraft are actually flown, trained in, and insured, we can reduce surprises and execute transactions that hold up in real-world conditions."

This approach contrasts sharply with the traditionally siloed nature of the industry, where a buyer might purchase an aircraft from one company, arrange training with another, and seek operational support from a third. AEROCOR's model consolidates these functions, offering a cohesive experience from pre-purchase inspection to post-sale pilot proficiency. The company's founding mission was to guide pilots transitioning into turbine aircraft, and this integrated support structure is the fulfillment of that goal. Client feedback frequently highlights the value of this comprehensive service, with customers praising the firm for its professionalism, transparency, and meticulous attention to detail from initial marketing to final delivery.

Charting Growth in a Shifting Market

AEROCOR's financial and transactional success is particularly notable when viewed against the backdrop of the broader private aviation market. Industry data from sources like JETNET indicated a market correction in recent years, with a slight decrease in the number of pre-owned jets and turboprops sold. While the average time to sell an aircraft has improved since pre-pandemic levels, a recent uptick suggests buyers are becoming more deliberate. In this environment, AEROCOR's data-driven methodology appears to provide a competitive edge.

The company, a recognized global leader in the Very Light Jet (VLJ) market since 2017, leverages a proprietary software called AIRBASE™ for market tracking and valuation. This tool allows the firm to provide clients with precise, data-backed analysis, a service that testimonials describe as "refreshing" in its honesty. This focus on data has enabled strategic expansion. In August 2024, AEROCOR launched a helicopter sales division that exceeded its initial targets by completing nine transactions in its first nine months, demonstrating the model's applicability to new market segments.

This calculated growth, from its core specialization in the CitationJet, Embraer Phenom, and Eclipse series aircraft to its new rotorcraft division, showcases a robust and adaptable business strategy. By focusing on specific niches and providing unparalleled support, the firm has cultivated a loyal client base that values its expertise and comprehensive approach.

The Pilot's Edge: Redefining Aviation Safety

Perhaps the most significant differentiator for AEROCOR is its commitment to in-aircraft pilot training. While simulators are an industry standard for procedural training, the company champions a hands-on approach that places pilots in the actual aircraft they will be operating. Over the past eight years, AEROCOR has delivered more than 400 in-aircraft training events with a perfect 100 percent safety record, primarily on the Eclipse 500 and Beechcraft Premier platforms.

In the past year, 70 pilots completed training programs designed around real-world missions and ownership scenarios. Unlike simulator-only programs, this methodology allows pilots to develop decision-making skills under realistic conditions, manage the unique systems of their specific aircraft, and build true-to-life muscle memory. The company states this focus on practical application helps reduce operational errors, limit unscheduled maintenance, and ultimately preserve the asset's value.

The firm's training division has become a center of excellence, particularly for the Eclipse 500. In 2020, it established itself as the global leader in providing initial type ratings for the aircraft, achieving a perfect pass rate across 27 certifications. Building on this success, AEROCOR launched a type rating program for the Beechcraft Premier I/IA in January 2025, further expanding its specialized training offerings. This commitment extends to advanced programs, including a partnership with the Eclipse Jet Owners and Pilots Association (EJOPA) to deliver a Flight Operational Quality Assurance (FOQA) program, which uses flight data to proactively identify and mitigate safety risks across the fleet.

By combining brokerage execution with world-class, in-aircraft pilot training, AEROCOR is not just selling aircraft; it is delivering a complete ecosystem for safer, more predictable, and more confident aircraft ownership.