Abstract
This study analyzes ownership duration in the U.S. business jet market using FAA registry data as of February 16, 2026 (N=12,359). The analysis reveals a structured distribution with a mean of 5.86 years and a median of 5.00 years. Crucially, retention varies by acquisition status: new aircraft owners exhibit an average hold of 7.36 years, whereas pre-owned aircraft holders show a significantly higher turnover of 5.11 years, with most resales occurring within a 3–7-year window. These findings suggest that ownership behavior is driven by structured asset management and lifecycle planning, providing a predictive framework for identifying aircraft replacement and trade-in cycles.
Faculty Advisor
Jesse Jacobs
Department/Program
Economics, Finance, & Accounting
Submission Type
in-person poster
Date
4-14-2026
Rights
Copyright the Author(s)
Recommended Citation
Hu, Yuchen
(2026)
"Ownership Duration in the U.S. Business Jet Market,"
SACAD: Scholarly Activities: Vol. 2026, Article 102.
Available at:
https://scholars.fhsu.edu/sacad/vol2026/iss2026/102
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