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Aircraft brokers can now access pre-buy evaluations completed in as few as five days through Elliott Aviation, with the option to bundle avionics upgrades, paint, interior refurbishments, and cabin lighting work into the same service event.
The Moline, Illinois-based MRO said the program is designed to preserve deal momentum during aircraft transactions, where lengthy evaluation timelines can slow closings and introduce uncertainty. Elliott said the program coordinates maintenance technicians, scheduling, and communication to compress the evaluation window while providing brokers with clear findings throughout the process.
“Time is one of the most important variables in any aircraft transaction,” said Meghan Welch, director of paint and interior sales. “A fast, well-executed prebuy evaluation helps maintain momentum, keeps both buyers and sellers aligned, and reduces the window for uncertainty to impact the deal.”
Welch added that the upgrade-bundling option is a meaningful part of the program’s value. “When you combine speed, transparency, and the ability to complete upgrades at the same time, you create a more efficient path forward.”
The program is available across applicable aircraft types at Elliott Aviation's nationwide facilities. Elliott specializes in Cessna Citation, Beechcraft King Air, Bombardier Challenger, Hawker, and Embraer Phenom aircraft.

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