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    • Aircraft Pre-Purchase
    • Sample Inspection Report
    • Annuals & Maintenance
    • Annual Inspection Rates
    • Maintenance tips
    • About Us
  • Aircraft Pre-Purchase
  • Sample Inspection Report
  • Annuals & Maintenance
  • Annual Inspection Rates
  • Maintenance tips
  • About Us

Independent Aircraft Pre-Purchase Inspections Nationwide

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Nationwide aircraft pre-buy inspections by an A&P/IA and ATP-rated former airline pilot with 31 years of aviation experience.

(281) 451-2163

Independent Aircraft Pre-Purchase Inspections Nationwide

Independent Aircraft Pre-Purchase Inspections NationwideIndependent Aircraft Pre-Purchase Inspections NationwideIndependent Aircraft Pre-Purchase Inspections Nationwide

Nationwide aircraft pre-buy inspections by an A&P/IA and ATP-rated former airline pilot with 31 years of aviation experience.

(281) 451-2163

Know what you are buying before you close

Get an independent evaluation of the aircraft’s airframe, engines, systems, avionics, and maintenance records before committing to the purchase. Bahan Aviation Services travels nationwide, often on short notice, to help buyers identify discrepancies and make informed purchasing decisions. 

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Thorough Aircraft Evaluation

Detailed airframe, engine, systems and aircraft logbook evaluation focused on protecting the buyer. 

Experienced A&P/IA

Inspection performed by an A&P mechanic with Inspection Authorization and 31 years of aviation experience.

Nationwide Availability

Traveling aircraft inspections across the United States, often available on short notice.


In-Flight Systems Evaluation


As an ATP-rated former airline pilot with CFI, CFII, and MEI credentials, I can conduct an evaluation flight with the seller’s pilot to verify aircraft systems and avionics under actual operating conditions. The evaluation may include test approaches, navigation and avionics accuracy, autopilot heading and altitude holds, engine performance, and checks for problems that may not be evident during ground testing. 


Why Aircraft Buyers Trust Bahan Aviation

 

With 31 years of aviation experience, Christopher Bahan brings a rare combination of maintenance expertise and operational flying experience to every aircraft evaluation.

✅ Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University graduate
✅ Former airline pilot
✅ CFI, CFII and MEI
✅ A&P mechanic with Inspection Authorization
✅ Extensive Beechcraft experience, including ABS maintenance seminar training in Fairhope, Alabama
✅ Experienced with Cessna singles and large-cabin-class twins
✅ Trained in Continental fuel-system setup, evaluation and adjustment in accordance with Continental SID 97-3G



What a professional pre-purchase inspection can reveal

An extremely burned and warped exhaust valve discovered by cylinder boroscope inspection.
A crack found in a Piper Aerostar wing spar.
Chinese made electrical voltage regulator found in a Cessna.

Detailed Inspection Reports

 Receive a detailed written report with photos documenting inspection findings, explaining why they matter, and recommending follow-up actions. A dedicated Dropbox folder gives you access to an extensive collection of inspection photos, providing a closer look at the aircraft’s condition and the findings discussed in your report. and potential maintenance needs before you commit to the purchase. 

Sample Inspection Report

Aircraft Maintenance & Annual Inspections in Greater Houston

Mobile aircraft maintenance, annuals, and repairs in Greater Houston.

Bahan Aviation Services also provides mobile aircraft maintenance, annual inspections, 100-hour inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs throughout the Greater Houston area. 

Bahan Aviation Services

(281) 451-2163

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