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Current Trends in Used Aircraft

The aviation market has shown a range of trends regarding the inventory and pricing of various used aircraft as of June 2025. According to Sandhills Global's reports, there are notable shifts in the categories of used jets, piston-single aircraft, and turboprops.

Used Jet Aircraft

In June, the inventory of used jets inched up by approximately 0.93% compared to the previous month. However, when compared to the same time last year, there was a significant decline of around 6.14%. This indicates a sideways movement in the market. Within this category, mid-sized jets saw the most substantial inventory growth of 5.84% month-over-month (M/M), while the super mid-sized jets faced a steep annual decline of 21.29%.

Despite slight inventory increases, asking prices experienced downward trends. They dropped by 1.51% M/M and 4.32% year-over-year (YOY), with the most acute decline in asking price occurring in the mid-sized jets, which saw a decrease of 2.9% M/M. High-end super mid-sized jets led the overall drop in value, seeing a 7.38% decline when compared to one year ago.

Piston-Single Aircraft

Turning to the piston-single aircraft segment, the inventory has remained relatively stable with only a 0.37% increase from May to June, while showcasing a significant 16.89% decrease YOY. In terms of asking values, there is a positive trend; they rose by 1.43% M/M and 1.2% YOY. This upward movement in asking prices suggests a stronger demand for this category of aircraft, contrasting with the declining value seen in jets.

Turboprop Aircraft

The turboprop market has shifted more dramatically, showing a 3.88% drop in inventory M/M and a considerable 12.54% decrease YOY. This marks a movement from its previously steady trend in May to a decline in June. The asking prices in this segment have remained largely unchanged, showcasing only a slight decrease of 0.81% M/M, although they have increased 0.59% compared to last year.

Robinson Piston Helicopters

Lastly, Robinson piston helicopters have also demonstrated downward trends. Their inventory fell by 3.3% M/M and a staggering 38.03% YOY, indicating a substantial annual decline. Like turboprop and jet aircraft, asking prices have also decreased, dropping 2.3% M/M and 8.71% YOY. This downward trajectory raises concerns regarding the future viability of this segment within the aviation market.

Market Insights

Sandhills Global's analytical tools, including the Equipment Value Index (EVI), play a crucial role in providing valuable insights into these trends. The EVI enables buyers and sellers to navigate the complexities of the aviation market, helping them make informed decisions regarding acquisitions and liquidations. These tools leverage extensive data processing capabilities, which are also employed in other industries such as construction, agriculture, and commercial trucking.

With the ongoing shifts in inventory and pricing across these aircraft categories, stakeholders in the aviation market are encouraged to keep a close eye on these trends. The dynamics of supply and demand will continue to shape future developments within this industry.

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