E275 - Aircraft Damage History: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

Does an airplane's damage history make it a bad buy or a buying opportunity?

In this episode of the Malibu Guru Podcast, Joe and Eric Earle look beyond the “damage history” label to explore what an aircraft’s past means for buyers, sellers, and owners. Drawing on real examples from the PA-46 market, they discuss component replacements, structural repairs, and why understanding what happened—and how it was repaired—is essential to evaluating an airplane.

They also explain how repair quality, documentation, and time since an event can influence buyer confidence and resale value. They also cover...