Hull Coverage
Physical damage coverage for the aircraft itself. We confirm the policy is appropriate for the aircraft's current market value and that there are no exclusions that would affect the proposed routing.
Our Standard
We publish what we check.
A broker sits between you and the operating carrier. That position carries an obligation: you should know exactly what due diligence stands behind every trip we arrange. Here is ours, in full.
Step 1
Operating certificate verification.
Before we present any operator to a client, we verify that the carrier holds a current, unrestricted operating certificate. For U.S. operators, this means a valid FAA Part 135 Air Carrier Certificate. For Canadian operators, a valid Air Operator Certificate (AOC) issued by Transport Canada.
- Certificate status confirmed against the FAA or Transport Canada registry
- Specific aircraft tail number verified on the operator's certificate
- Expired, surrendered, or restricted certificates are automatic disqualifiers
- For international operators, equivalent national aviation authority certification is required
“A certificate number is easy to quote. Verifying that the certificate is current, unrestricted, and lists the specific tail number being offered is the step that separates due diligence from paperwork.”
Step 2
Insurance minimums confirmed.
We verify that every operator we work with carries hull and liability insurance that meets or exceeds the minimums required for the aircraft type, passenger count, and mission profile. Coverage must be current at the time of the flight, not just at the time of the quote.
Liability Coverage
Third-party and passenger liability coverage. We verify that limits are appropriate for the passenger count and that the policy covers the jurisdictions involved in the proposed routing.
Currency Verification
Insurance policies expire. We confirm coverage is active at the time of flight, not just when the quote was issued. If a policy lapses between booking and departure, we require updated documentation before the flight operates.
Step 3
Third-party safety rating review.
We review each operator's standing with recognized independent safety auditors. These ratings are one input in our assessment, not the sole determinant. Ravello Jets does not hold these ratings itself — they are standards we check operators against.
ARG/US
The Aviation Research Group rates operators at Gold, Gold+, or Platinum levels based on safety history, pilot experience, and operational standards. We review the operator's current ARG/US rating as part of our vetting process.
Wyvern
Wyvern's Wingman and Registered programs audit operators against operational safety standards. We check whether the operator carries a current Wyvern designation and review the scope of the audit.
IS-BAO
The International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations is a code of best practices developed by the International Business Aviation Council. We review whether operators have achieved IS-BAO registration as an indicator of their safety management maturity.
A safety rating alone is not sufficient. Some well-run operators do not carry a third-party rating. Some rated operators may not meet our standards on other criteria. The rating is one data point in a broader assessment.
Step 4
Every trip reviewed by a commercial pilot.
Before any trip is presented to a client, a member of our team who holds a commercial pilot certificate reviews the specific flight for operational risks that paperwork alone cannot reveal.
Crew Duty Limits
Multi-leg itineraries are reviewed against Part 135 duty and rest requirements. We flag trips where crew fatigue could force cancellation or an unplanned overnight.
Runway Performance
We verify the proposed aircraft can operate safely from the requested airports, accounting for runway length, elevation, temperature, and departure obstacles.
Weather Exposure
Seasonal patterns, convective activity, icing, and low-visibility approaches are evaluated. We advise on realistic timing and alternate airports.
Repositioning Logic
Where the aircraft is positioned before your flight affects cost and reliability. We review repositioning legs so you are not paying for unnecessary ferry flights.
Step 5
The operating carrier is named before you commit.
We disclose the operating carrier in your quote so you know exactly who will be flying the aircraft before you make a financial commitment. We never hide operator identity behind a generic “TBA.”
- Operator name included in every quote we issue
- Aircraft tail number identified when available
- You have the right to research the operator independently before committing
“We have turned down trips when the operating carrier would not produce current documentation. No margin is worth putting a client on an aircraft we have not verified.”
Part 295 Transparency
What Part 295 means for you.
The U.S. Department of Transportation regulates air charter brokers under 14 CFR Part 295. Here is what that means in plain language.
We Are a Broker, Not a Carrier
Ravello Jets arranges air charter on behalf of clients. We do not own or operate aircraft. All flights are operated by independently certificated air carriers who maintain their own operating certificates, insurance, and crew.
Operator Disclosure Is Required
Part 295 requires brokers to tell you which carrier will operate your flight. The operating carrier is named on your charter agreement, before you sign and before you pay.
Operational Control
The operating carrier — not Ravello Jets — has operational control of every flight. The operator's crew makes all decisions regarding safety, routing, weather delays, and mechanical issues. Ravello Jets does not dispatch aircraft.
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Questions about our process?
We are happy to walk you through our vetting process in detail. Reach out by phone or email, or request a quote to see our standard in action.