Aviation Insurance

Fly with confidence. Air1 Insurance helps Canadian pilots, aircraft owners, hangar operators, UAV operators, and aviation businesses review coverage for the way they fly, store, and operate.Fly with confidence. Get aviation insurance built for the way you fly—whether you own an aircraft, rent one, manage a hangar, or operate as a business.

As an aviation-focused insurance team with more than 50 years of industry experience, Air1 can help you compare hull coverage, liability limits, passenger exposure, aircraft use, storage, and application requirements before you request a quote.

Fly confidently with protection designed for those who live and breathe aviation.

Comprehensive Coverage for All Your Aviation Needs

Aviation insurance should reflect the aircraft, pilot experience, use case, storage, and liability exposure behind each operation. Air1 can help review coverage for:

Aircraft Owners

Review hull value, aircraft type, storage, flight use, liability limits, pilot experience, and territory so coverage reflects how the aircraft is owned and operated.

Hangar Owners

Protect hangar structures, contents, premises liability, and potential customer-aircraft exposure. If third-party aircraft are stored or handled, ask about hangarkeepers liability.

Pilots

Coverage needs can differ for private pilots, commercial pilots, flight training, rented or borrowed aircraft, and pilots adding new aircraft types or routes.

UAV/Drone Operators

Review UAV liability, physical damage, payload, client certificate requirements, and commercial drone operations through Air1’s UAV insurance options.

Aviation liability coverage for pilots, owners, passengers, and aviation operations

Aviation Liability Insurance

Aviation liability coverage can help protect against claims connected to aircraft operation, passengers, third-party property damage, bodily injury, and aviation business activity. The right limits depend on the aircraft, passengers, contracts, airport requirements, and how the aircraft is used.

Third-Party Coverage

Help protect against claims involving injury or property damage to others during covered aviation operations.

Passenger Liability

Review passenger liability needs based on who flies with you, aircraft use, routes, and any business or contractual requirements.

Legal Protection

Coverage may help respond to defence costs and legal expenses connected to covered aviation liability claims.

Custom Solutions

Policy options can be reviewed around aircraft type, pilot profile, usage, hull value, limits, deductibles, and supporting aviation operations.

Get a Private Quote

Before starting a private aircraft quote, gather aircraft make/model/year, hull value, pilot hours and ratings, intended use, storage details, claims history, and preferred liability limits.

FAQs

Find answers to common questions about aviation insurance, aircraft coverage, liability, applications, and quotes in Canada.

How do I get a quote?

You can request a quote online or contact us directly for personalized assistance.

What makes Air1 Insurance different?

With over 50 years of experience and a focus solely on aviation, we bring unparalleled expertise and personalized service to our clients.

How do I file a claim?

Our dedicated claims support team will guide you through the process, ensuring quick and efficient resolution.

What types of aircraft are covered?

We provide coverage for planes, helicopters, UAVs/drones, and other types of aircraft, both recreational and commercial.

What does aviation insurance typically cover?

Coverage includes liability, hull damage, passenger injuries, and even specialized needs like hangar coverage or UAV operations.

Is aviation insurance mandatory?

While not legally required in all cases, having aviation insurance is essential to protect your assets and ensure compliance with industry regulations.

Who needs aviation insurance?

Anyone who owns or operates an aircraft, runs aviation-related businesses, or uses UAVs/drones for commercial purposes.

What is aviation insurance?

Aviation insurance is specialized coverage designed to protect aircraft owners, pilots, and related operations from financial risks associated with flying.

Can I customize my aviation insurance policy?

Yes, Air1 Insurance offers tailored policies to meet your specific needs and risks.