FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 28, 2024
Contact: Tracey Cheek
tlc@nafa.aero
405-285-7005
Richard Hart
richard@hartaircraftappraisal.com
818.570.3877
NAFA Welcomes New Member: Hart Aircraft Appraisal
National Aircraft Finance Association (NAFA) is pleased to announce that Hart Aircraft Appraisal, LLC has recently joined its network of aviation professionals. With over 45 years of experience, Hart Aircraft Appraisal, LLC provides aircraft-related valuation needs, serving all aviation and financial industries.
“NAFA members facilitate the financing of general and business aviation aircraft on a global scale,” said Ed Medici, NAFA President. “We welcome and support Hart Aircraft Appraisal’s services that play a role in advancing the interests of NAFA members within the aviation industry.”
About Hart Aircraft Appraisal:
Hart Aircraft Appraisal, LLC was founded in 1975 by Richard Hart and is a full-service aircraft appraisal company based in the greater Phoenix/Scottsdale area, providing desktop and on-site appraisals with travel globally as needed. Mr. Hart brings a wide range of experience in all facets of aviation-related services, working with financial institutions, insurance companies, small business operators and individual owners. No job is too large or too small.
Mr. Hart specializes in piston engine and jet aircraft, helicopters (his specialty), war birds, homebuilts, experimental aircraft, spare engines and components, IRS donations, expert witness testimony (including through trial in Federal court), damage history, collateral inspection, consultations, diminution of value analysis, orderly liquidation values and other aviation-related matters.
Richard holds the designation of ASA Accredited Senior Appraiser-(ASA)-MTS-Aircraft, ISA AM Accredited Appraiser and is USPAP compliant. He also brings a unique perspective, having been an owner/operator for 45 years in the helicopter industry, including extensive managerial and operations experience, qualifying him to consult on all aspects of aircraft and maintenance operations.
For more information about Hart Aircraft Appraisal, please visit www.hartaircraftappraisal.com.
About NAFA:
The National Aircraft Finance Association (NAFA) is a professional association that has been promoting the general welfare of aircraft finance for 50 years. Our network of members is comprised of lenders and product service providers who work together to finance general and business aviation aircraft. NAFA sets the standard for best practices in aviation finance by educating its members on the most up-to-date industry trends and best practices. Government legislation, market influences and industry insights allow member companies to provide the highest quality services the industry has to offer.