The Private Aircraft Market

A data-driven overview of the aircraft resale market, based on 26 verified auction sales across 10 brands from 1+ sources.

Updated 2026-02-25
10 Brands
26 Sales
1+ Sources
$11,813,654 Avg Price

Aircraft Market at a Glance

As of 2026, the aircraft resale market includes 10 brands with 26 verified sales tracked by Alt/Finance. The average resale price is $11,813,654. The most traded brand is Gulfstream with 8 recorded sales.

Market Overview

The private aircraft market represents the highest-value segment tracked by Alt/Finance. With 10 manufacturers and 26 listings, the market covers everything from light jets to large-cabin business aircraft. Manufacturers like Gulfstream, Bombardier, and Embraer dominate the market. The average listing price of $11,813,654 reflects the premium nature of this asset class, where values are driven by airframe hours, maintenance history, and avionics upgrades.

Top Aircraft Brands by Sales Volume

# Brand Total Sales Avg Price YoY Change
1 Gulfstream 8 $18,701,250 N/A
2 Bombardier Challenger 4 $10,422,500 N/A
3 Embraer 4 $10,633,750 N/A
4 Cessna Citation 3 $5,046,667 N/A
5 Dassault Falcon 2 $12,247,500 N/A
6 Astra/Gulfstream 1 $2,395,000 N/A
7 Beechcraft 1 $7,700,000 N/A
8 Bombardier Global 1 $14,000,000 N/A
9 Hawker 1 $4,595,000 N/A
10 Sikorsky 1 $4,995,000 N/A

Aircraft by Price Range

Brands are grouped by their average auction sale price to help you identify options at every price point.

Over $100,000

10 brands

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most expensive aircraft brand at auction?
Among the top brands by sales volume, Gulfstream has the highest average auction price at $18,701,250. Individual pieces can sell for significantly more or less than this average.
What is the average price of aircraft at auction?
The average auction price across all 10 aircraft brands tracked by Alt/Finance is $11,813,654. This figure is based on 26 verified sales.
Which aircraft brands are increasing in value?
Year-over-year price changes vary by brand. The overall market average is N/A. Visit individual brand pages for detailed price trends and historical data.
How many aircraft sales does Alt/Finance track?
Alt/Finance tracks 26 verified aircraft sales across 10 brands from 1+ auction houses. Data is updated weekly.
Where does Alt/Finance source aircraft auction data?
Alt/Finance aggregates data from 1+ auction houses including Christie's, Sotheby's, Phillips, Bonhams, Heritage Auctions, and dozens of specialized auction platforms worldwide.
How often is aircraft market data updated?
Alt/Finance updates aircraft auction data on a weekly basis. New sales are collected, verified, and added to the database every week, ensuring the most current market information is available.
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