Independent advice, at a fixed fee
Clear, conflict-free guidance on private aviation, whether you are chartering for the first time, buying an aircraft or reviewing what your current one really costs. You know the price before we start, and it doesn't change with the size of the deal.
Choose the depth of advice you need
Private Aviation Consultation
A focused session with an Athena advisor on any private aviation question, followed by a written summary of our recommendations.
- Charter vs jet card vs ownership for your flying pattern
- Aircraft class and cabin recommendation for your routes
- Budget for a year of flying
- Operator, safety and contract questions answered
- Written summary within 48 hours of the session
Ownership & Operations Review
For owners and prospective owners: an independent review of how your aircraft should be registered, managed, operated and offset with charter.
- Registry options compared for your circumstances
- Management company shortlist and contract review points
- Annual cost model: fixed and variable costs
- Charter revenue potential and its trade-offs
- Maintenance programme and insurance check
- Written report and a review meeting
Aircraft Acquisition Advisory
Independent buy-side advice from mission definition to delivery, at a fixed fee rather than a commission on the purchase price.
- Mission and budget definition
- Market sweep, including off-market aircraft
- Shortlist with valuation and records review
- Letter of intent and negotiation support
- Pre-purchase inspection oversight
- Closing, registration and delivery coordination
Fees exclude third-party costs such as inspections, legal counsel, escrow, registry and travel, which are passed through at cost with your approval. Engagements are confirmed in a short written letter before work starts.
Every part of flying private
Charter strategy
Whether to charter on demand, buy a jet card or own, based on how many hours you really fly and where.
Aircraft selection
Which class and model fits your routes, passengers and baggage, and where the trade-offs sit.
Acquisition & sale
Buy-side and sell-side advice, valuation, records review and pre-purchase inspection oversight.
Ownership structure
Registry options, management companies, crewing, insurance and the real annual cost of ownership.
Operator due diligence
How to check an operator's certificates, safety ratings, insurance and contract terms before you fly.
Corporate flight policy
Travel policies for executives and boards: when to fly private, approval rules and budget controls.
Tell us what you're deciding
We reply within one business day to confirm scope and timing. Nothing is charged until you approve a short engagement letter.
Why a fixed fee instead of a commission?
A fixed fee keeps our advice independent. We are paid the same whichever aircraft, operator or price you choose, so our only interest is the right decision for you.
Who is the advisory service for?
Individuals, family offices and companies who fly privately or are deciding whether to: first-time buyers, current owners reviewing costs, and organisations setting a private aviation policy.
What is not included in the fee?
Third-party costs such as pre-purchase inspections, legal counsel, escrow, registry fees and travel. We pass these through at cost and only with your approval.
Is a consultation confidential?
Yes. Everything you share is treated as confidential and is never used to market aircraft to or about you.
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