AIN has published a same-day commentary on how artificial intelligence can be used in aircraft acquisition, focusing on business aviation transactions and the practical limits of the technology. The piece outlines ways AI can support market research, aircraft selection, mission planning, pricing analysis, document drafting and review, while stressing that buyers and advisers must still carry out full due diligence.
The commentary also points to AI’s usefulness in scanning aircraft markets, identifying available aircraft, comparing purchase agreements and summarising large volumes of records and data. It argues that these tools can speed up routine work and may reduce transaction costs over time, but they do not replace the human relationships and specialist aviation teams central to business aircraft deals.
Alongside the operational benefits, the article flags security and reliability risks. AI can produce incorrect, outdated or fabricated outputs, and sensitive transaction data should be handled selectively through secure channels. The guidance presented is to use AI cautiously and selectively, especially for drafting and document comparison, while keeping final decisions firmly in human hands.