From start to finish

Aircraft Acquisition

When it comes to aircraft acquisitions, corporations, family offices and high-net-worth individuals rely on us to acquire the best aircraft at the right price.

At Mikolay Jet Group, we have decades of experience helping clients find and purchase the right new or pre-owned aircraft. We advise and execute from aircraft selection and negotiation through technical review and closing.

And, we leverage our deep industry relationships to assemble and guide a team of aviation experts aligned with your interests so you can make confident decisions.

Trust Mikolay Jet Group to expertly facilitate your aircraft acquisitions.
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Our aircraft acquisition process

As your aircraft acquisition partner, we provide a proven framework for your custom solution.
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Listen to your needs
By listening to your needs and priorities, we can tailor the process to ensure our focus is on delivering a successful outcome.
Set the strategy
Ensure you understand the current market conditions, including demand, pricing trends, and competition. Set a clear acquisition strategy that meets your objectives.
Establish the team
Establish and enhance your personal team of aviation experts in finance, tax, title, legal and maintenance.
Narrow options
We identify the intersection of the best aircraft at the best price. We start by evaluating each aircraft against your wants and needs and focus the options to the top candidates which we then screen in greater detail.
Uncover additional opportunities
By keeping an eye and ear out for exclusive, off-market opportunities by leveraging our strong, long-term industry relationships.
Communicate at every step
We will be in constant contact about the acquisition process from start to finish.
Negotiate to your advantage
Negotiate with the seller on price, terms and all other aspects of the acquisition in order to achieve your objectives.
Guide you to close – and beyond
We deliver an unmatched client experience with clear communication and swift action to ensure the marketing efforts, offer negotiation, contract negotiation, inspection, closing and delivery is hassle-free. We always put your needs first.
Delivering Unmatched Client Experiences
Our commitment

Our clients experience unmatched service when buying or selling a jet.

They enjoy expert guidance both from our team and our strategically integrated partners.

We always put our clients' interests first.

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Over the course of a 15-year professional relationship, Michael Mikolay has been a gladiator of a broker, advisor, and partner, driving a number of aircraft sales and purchases to successful conclusions.

Mike is a consummate professional. His expertise in the industry is unparalleled, and he possesses a deep understanding of aircraft and market intricacies.

His skill at problem-solving and in navigating the myriad of complexities and interpersonal dynamics associated with putting together and closing deals is pervasive, unrelenting, and admirable.

He has a remarkable ability to handle people and remain cool and unflappable under pressure, especially during critical negotiations involving tight deadlines and significant financial stakes.

Above all, Mike is unceasingly friendly and personable, possessed of an endearing sense of humor and deep and sincere humility. He is an absolute pleasure to work with and be around.
Fortune 50 Aviation Leader
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For 15+ years, I've worked with Michael Mikolay on numerous aircraft transactions. His exceptional organizational skills and process-oriented mindset ensures flawless execution at every step of an aircraft transaction.

When you call Mike, he gives you the best of his unvarnished expertise. And while he may not always tell you what you want to hear, he tells you what you need to hear. And that advice is well worth following.

Mike is a true professional, the pinnacle of honesty and integrity, and I look forward to working with him for many more years to come.
Michael Delmastro
Principal Consultant, Aviation Project Management, LLC Former Executive Director, Aviation Services for a Fortune 100 company

Why it matters

Aircraft acquisitions can be complex. Throughout the transaction, we provide clear communication, efficiency, and smoother conflict resolution, ultimately contributing to a more successful outcome.

Alignment

In the unregulated aviation brokerage industry, there are no rules about how transactions should occur. We keep your best interests in mind. Always.

Clarity & Understanding

Rely on us to explain complex aspects of the transaction in a clear way to improve clarity and decision-making.

Streamlined Communication

Decision-making becomes more efficient with one central point of contact overseeing an aircraft transaction. This leads to quicker resolutions and a smoother process overall.

Conflict Resolution

Not every deal will go sideways. But if one does, our experience and industry network enables us to navigate and resolve conflicts more effectively.

Confidence & Reliability

Knowing we’ve got your back fosters a feeling of reassurance, ensuring that the aircraft buying and selling process will be handled efficiently and effectively. And in your favor.

Peace of Mind

Dealing with multi-million-dollar transactions and intricate details can be tricky. At Mikolay Jet Group, we put your interests first. We’ll be by your side throughout the entire process.
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