Because most buyers will try to avoid it... because subsequent buyers
will try to avoid it. Believe me... I've been there.

I agree that a well repaired airplane should sell for full value... but
the market just doesn't behave that way.

If you are sure you will own the plane in question in perpetuity... no
problem. Otherwise, buy right so you can sell right.

Rich

Matt Whiting wrote:
ically sound, flew normal, had all the
correct paperwork, etc.


It doesn't affect the airplane, but it does affect the value. Most
appraisers deduct something for airplanes with damage history,
regardless of the quality of the repair.

Matt