AIRCRAFT AS A SERVICE
Your private jet.
One fixed monthly rate.
Aircraft leasing and flight operations through one point of contact. For private clients and family offices who fly regularly and value discretion.
The service
An aircraft for
the way you travel.
Aircraft as a Service pairs a dedicated leased aircraft with flight operations by Lohn Aviation. One fixed monthly rate covers the lease, aircraft management, a monthly share of annual fixed costs and direct operating costs for the agreed flying profile.
We work with you to select the aircraft and its home base, taking into account your usual routes and expected flying hours. Your dedicated point of contact oversees the arrangement and coordinates with the lessor and the flight operations team.
01 / Monthly rate
What the fixed
monthly rate covers.
A useful budget accounts for the full cost of flying. Before you sign, we calculate four cost components together.
Lease payment
The payment for use of the aircraft. Its value, the lease term, the deposit, the financing terms and the estimated residual value determine this part of the rate.
Aircraft Management
Lohn Aviation oversees the aircraft day to day, including flight scheduling, crew and maintenance coordination, and liaison with service providers.
Annual fixed costs
Agreed fixed costs are spread across the monthly payments. Typical items include crew salaries and training, hangarage, insurance and scheduled technical support.
Direct operating costs
We budget for costs such as fuel, ground handling and airport fees using the agreed flying hours, routes and operating assumptions.
02 / Privacy
Discretion starts with clear roles.
The lessor owns the aircraft. Lohn Aviation operates it under the agreed arrangement. You use it under the terms of the lease.
Separating ownership, operation and use makes it harder for outside observers to link the aircraft to you. A registration mark or flight path alone does not reliably identify the aircraft’s user or the people on board.
The information available to authorities and other authorised parties depends on applicable law and the aircraft’s state of registration. Germany · Section 64 of the Aviation Act ↗
03 / Comparing your options
Which arrangement suits the way you fly?
Consider how much control you want over the aircraft, how much capital you wish to commit and who will manage day-to-day operations.
Outright purchase
You acquire the aircraft and decide how to use it and when to sell. You fund the purchase, bear the residual-value risk and arrange flight operations.
Loan-financed purchase
A loan spreads the cost of financing over its term. You arrange operations and management separately. The financing terms determine the collateral and equity required.
Aircraft leasing
The lessor makes the aircraft available for an agreed term. The lease sets out each party’s rights and obligations at expiry. Flight operations are arranged separately.
Aircraft as a Service
The lease and flight operations are built around the same flying profile. The agreed costs are combined in one fixed monthly rate, with one dedicated point of contact at Lohn Aviation.
Economic ownership and accounting treatment depend on the contract and the applicable reporting framework. IFRS 16 · Leases ↗
04 / Aircraft and mission profile
The right aircraft for your mission.
For regular trips within Europe, a well-chosen airport can save time on the ground. On longer routes, range, cabin space and the number of guests carry more weight.
Aircraft selection depends on your planned missions and the availability of suitable aircraft. Aircraft Management at Lohn Aviation ↗
05 / How we work
From your travel profile
to entry into service.
We plan the lease and flight operations together so that the monthly rate, delivery and entry into service fit the same plan and budget.
- 01
Define your needs
Discuss typical routes, guest numbers, home base, flying hours and your requirements for availability and privacy.
- 02
Structure the agreement
Agree on the aircraft, lease term and start date. Establish the deposit, residual value and end-of-term obligations up front.
- 03
Agree the monthly rate
Document the included services and flying profile, and agree how usage outside that scope will be charged.
- 04
Prepare for operations
Coordinate handover, registration and the preparations for flight operations. Lohn Aviation then oversees the aircraft in service.
06 / Frequently asked questions
What to know before you decide.
How much does it cost to lease a private jet without aircraft management or flight operations?
As a non-binding guide to aircraft leasing alone over a 72-month term, the monthly lease payment is approximately €136,000 for a new Pilatus PC-24 and €340,000 for a new Bombardier Challenger 650, excluding VAT in both cases. These examples assume that the lease starts on delivery and invoicing, after the agreed down payment has been made. The figures do not include aircraft management, fixed costs or direct operating costs. The actual lease payment is calculated individually and depends on factors including the aircraft, lease start date, lease term and the lessee’s creditworthiness.
How does Lohn Aviation calculate the fixed monthly fee for Aircraft as a Service?
The fixed monthly fee for Aircraft as a Service combines the lease payment, aircraft management, a monthly share of annual fixed costs and direct operating costs for the agreed flight profile. The calculation takes into account the aircraft, home base, expected flight hours and typical routes. The included services and flight hours, along with the treatment of additional hours, special services and any agreed price adjustments, are set out before the contract is signed.
Can I lease a pre-owned aircraft?
Yes. Pre-owned aircraft can be considered for Aircraft as a Service. We assess how well the aircraft fits your travel profile and review its condition, maintenance history and upcoming maintenance requirements. Terms depend on the specific aircraft and the financing arrangement.
Does the fixed monthly rate cover additional flying hours?
The fixed rate covers the agreed hours and services. Before you sign, we establish how additional hours, routes or special services will be charged.
When can the lease start for a new aircraft?
The lease can begin at delivery and invoicing if the agreed manufacturer deposits have already been paid. An earlier start during acquisition may be possible on different terms.
What happens at the end of the lease?
The lease sets out the terms for return, renewal and any purchase option. It can also give the lessor the right to require the lessee to purchase the aircraft at the end of the term.
Can existing assets be included in the financing?
A separate sale and leaseback can be considered for suitable assets. You sell the asset and lease it back for continued use. Whether the arrangement is viable depends on the asset, its valuation and the financing terms.
When is charter a better fit?
Chartering individual flights can make sense if you fly occasionally or your needs vary considerably from one trip to the next. Aircraft as a Service is designed for clients who fly regularly and want a dedicated aircraft. Explore private jet charter ↗
Speak with us
Let’s talk about
the way you want to fly.
In a confidential first conversation, we’ll discuss how you expect to use the aircraft and which arrangements could suit you. We can then outline how to budget for leasing and operations.
