Aircraft Partnerships

It is an arrangement where two or more pilots co-own one airplane and share its costs. Each partner holds a share of the aircraft and contributes to the fixed expenses — hangar, insurance, and maintenance — while paying an hourly rate for the time they personally fly. It is the most common way pilots own a capable airplane without carrying the whole cost alone.

There are three parts to the cost, and every ClubHanger listing shows them: the buy-in (your one-time share of the aircraft, plus any reserves), the fixed monthly cost (your portion of hangar, insurance, and recurring expenses), and an hourly or wet rate that covers fuel and engine reserves as you fly. Splitting the fixed costs across the group is what makes co-ownership far cheaper than owning outright.

Most partnerships range from two to about six pilots. Smaller groups give each partner more availability and a bigger say; larger groups spread the fixed costs further but mean more scheduling around each other. The right size depends on how often you want to fly and how much you want to lower your monthly cost.

Use the filters on this page to search by home airport, state, make, and budget — most groups base the aircraft at a single field, so starting from your airport or region is the fastest way to find a realistic fit. You can also browse by make or state from the partnerships directory to see what co-ownership looks like in your area.

Post a free "seeking" listing describing the aircraft you want, your mission, your budget, and your home airport, so owners forming a group can reach out to you. Many co-ownership groups come together before an aircraft is even purchased, so getting your listing up early means the right owner can find you when a share opens.