Aviation Insurance Podcast

Aviation Insurance Podcast 116 FAQ: What Pilots & Aircraft Owners Must Know

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to the Aviation Insurance Podcast! In this episode, Tim Bonnell Jr. breaks down the most frequently searched and asked questions in aviat...

Aviation Insurance Podcast 115 : Risks, Rewards & Realities of Single-Pilot Ownership

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Tim Bonnell Jr., host of the Aviation Insurance Podcast, as he breaks down the unique risks, rewards, and responsibilities of owner-flown single ...

Aviation Insurance Podcast 113: Augmented Intelligence Is Here: How Brokers Can Lead the Change

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are brokers being replaced by AI? Not quite. In this episode, we unpack how Augmented Intelligence is transforming the aviation insurance industry—a...

Aviation Insurance Podcast #112: Navigating Risk, Mentorship, and the Aviation Insurance Cycle

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 112 of the Aviation Insurance Podcast, host Tim Bonnell Jr. sits down with Mark Pennington, Senior Vice President – Head of Aviation, Nor...

Aviation Insurance Podcast #111: AI Has Entered the Hangar - The Tech Disrupting Aviation Insurance

08 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, host Tim Bonnell Jr. is joined by Josh Ray, Chief Underwriting Officer at Class A, a new MGA rewriting how we think about aviation in...

Episode 110: Ground Zero Building a Safer Ramp One Policy at a Time with Steve Berry of NATA

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 110 of the Aviation Insurance Podcast, host Tim Bonnell Jr. welcomes Steve Berry, Vice President of Education & Safety at the National Ai...

Episode 109: AI or Die - Why Aviation Insurance Must Evolve

20 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As we work together to drive innovation in Aviation Insurance, the rapid evolution of AI can often feel overwhelming—each week seemingly generatin...

Episode 108: The Rising Cost of Risk with Peter Guy

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Peter Guy breaks down how economic pressures, litigation trends, and global uncertainty are reshaping the future of aviation insura...

Episode 107: The Weather Risk No One's Talking About in Modern Aviation with Don Berchoff

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 107 of the Aviation Insurance Podcast, host Tim Bonnell Jr. welcomes Don Berchoff, CEO of TruWeather Solutions, to explore how outdated w...

Episode 106: The Risks & Rewards of eVTOL and AAM with Chris Proudlove

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 106, host Tim Bonnell Jr. sits down with Chris Proudlove, Senior VP at Great American Insurance Company, to unpack the risks, rewards,...

Episode 105: Game Changing Tech for Aviation Safety with Howard Kass of Skyryse

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this captivating episode, host Tim Bonnell welcomes Howard Kass of Skyryse to discuss a bold new technology poised to revolutionize general aviat...

Episode 104: Workers Compensation with Bennett Goldblum

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Aviation Insurance Podcast, host Tim Bonnell welcomes Bennett Goldblum, President of Beacon Aviation Insurance, to explore the ...

Episode 103: Lessons from an Industry Leader - Eric Donofrio

21 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What's shaping the future of aviation insurance? Eric Donofrio, Chief Underwriting Officer at AXA XL, shares insights from his decades-long career,...

Episode 102: Aircraft Physical Damage Coverage and Aircraft Liability - A Revisit of Episodes 2 and 3

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Understanding aircraft physical damage & liability coverage is crucial for every owner and operator. Make sure you're protected with the right policy!...

Episode 101: Dry Leases in Aviation Insurance

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dry leasing is a popular practice in business aviation, but if not structured properly, it can lead to serious insurance and legal issues. In this epi...

Episode 100: 100 Episodes & Counting! The Aviation Insurance Podcast Hits a Milestone!

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We've spent the last 3.5 years bringing you expert insights, industry trends, and must-know aviation insurance knowledge. Now, we're celebrating 100...

Episode 99: A Legacy in Aviation Insurance with Tim Bonnell Sr.

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode, Tim Bonnell sits down with our very own, Tim Bonnell Sr., who brings nearly five decades of experience in the aviation insur...

Episode 98: Bold Predictions for Aviation Insurance in 2025

07 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What's in store for aviation insurance in 2025?  In this exciting episode of the Aviation Insurance Podcast, host Tim Bonnell lays out five bold (and...

Episode 97: Kris Kringle Aircraft Insurance - A case study with Tim Bonnell Jr.

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered what it takes to insure Kris Kringle's magical sleigh? Dive into this festive episode of the Aviation Insurance Podcast where we unpac...

Episode 96: Electric Aircraft, Safety, and MGAs - Insights from Ernest DeSpain on Aviation Insurance

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The aviation industry is soaring into the future, with electric aircraft, advanced safety innovations, and rapidly evolving policies leading the charg...

Episode 95: Gratitude and Growth - A Special Thanksgiving Episode

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a special Thanksgiving episode of the Aviation Insurance Podcast! Host Tim Bonnell reflects on the powerful connection between gratitude an...

Episode 94: Inside Aerial Applications - Insights from the NAAA Ag Aviation Expo 2024

22 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered what powers aerial application aircraft or how fire suppression operations take flight?  On this episode of the Aviation Insurance Podc...

Episode 93: Claims and the Future of Aviation Insurance with Mike Warren of Old Republic Aerospace

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In our latest episode of the Aviation Insurance Podcast, host Tim Bonnell Jr. sits down with Mike Warren, Executive Vice President and General Counsel...

Episode 92: Tim Bonnell Jr. & Paula Williams - NBAA Insights and Aviation Insurance Essentials

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Paula Williams sits down with Tim Bonnell Jr. to discuss their experiences at the recent NBAA show, insights into marketing in the av...

Episode 91: Inside the World of Business Aviation - Exclusive with BizAvJets' Eli Stepp

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we sit down with Eli Stepp, the founder of BizAvJets and co-publisher of BizAvJets USA Magazine, to discuss the latest trends in business ...

Episode 90: Navigating Contractual Liability in Aviation Insurance

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Aviation Insurance Podcast, we delve into the crucial topic of contractual liability in the aviation industry. Whether you're ...

Episode 89: Top Considerations for Insuring Turbine Aircraft

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo episode of the Aviation Insurance Podcast, host Tim Bonnell Jr. dives into the essential aspects of insuring turbine aircraft, covering ...

Episode 88: Innovations in Aviation - How Technology is Reshaping Insurance and Safety with Jim Anderson

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Aviation Insurance Podcast, host Tim Bonnell Jr. speaks with Jim Anderson, Senior Vice President at Starr Aviation. Together, t...

Episode 87: Underwriting the Unusual - Mike Chevrette Discusses Aviation Insurance Challenges

04 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Aviation Insurance Podcast, host Tim Bonnell Jr. sits down with Mike Chevrette, Division President of Aviation at Great America...

Episode 86: Josh Olds on Advancing Safety in Unmanned Aerial Systems

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we dive into the world of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) with industry expert Josh Olds, CEO of the Unmanned Safety Institute. From his jour...

Episode 85: Navigating New Heights - The Evolution of EVTOL Aircraft and AAM with Ken Karklin

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In our latest episode, we dive deep into the cutting-edge world of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) airc...

Episode 84: Navigating New Horizons - Donny Malinoff on Aviation Technology and Safety

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in to our latest podcast episode where we dive deep with Donny Malinoff, the visionary founder and CEO of Flightline Technologies. Discover how D...

Episode 83: Pioneering the Future of Flight - Insights from Alistair Blundy, CEO of Skyrisks

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Exciting times in aviation! Join us as we dive into the future of flight with Alistair Blundy, CEO of Skyrisks. In this episode, we explore the world ...

Episode 82: Dean Owen on the Intersection of Accounting, Innovation, and Aviation

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Check out our latest podcast episode featuring Dean Owen, North America's most innovative CPA! Dean shares his insights on advanced aircraft mobility,...

Episode 81: Navigating AIA 2024 - Expert Insights with Mary Gratzer and Luke Uithoven

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Excited about the Aviation Insurance Association (AIA) 2024 Conference in New Orleans this May 3rd to 6th? Get a sneak peek into what's in store! Join...

Episode 80: The Unseen Engine - Powering Business with Remote Talent

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tune into the latest episode where we explore the transformative role of virtual assistants in today's global business environment. Learn from real-li...

Episode 79: The Sky's Limit: John Brogan on the Rise of eVTOLs, UAVs, and Future Insurability in Aviation

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dive into the future of aviation with John Brogan, President and CEO of USAIG, on our latest podcast episode. Brogan shares his expert insights on the...

Episode 78: Clearing the Air - Are These Aircraft Insurance Myths Grounded in Truth?

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Don't let misunderstandings ground your knowledge! We debunk the three most common myths about aircraft insurance and ensure you're equipped with the ...

Episode 77: Steering the Course of Missionary Aviation into New Horizons with Kerrick Tweedy

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us on this episode with Kerrick Tweedy, a trailblazer transforming lives through the power of flight. Discover how aviation bridges the gap to re...

Episode 76: Beyond the Runway - Hal Hunt and Robin Reimer on Aviation Risk Management

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the intricacies of aviation insurance with industry veterans Hal Hunt and Robin Reimer on our latest episode of the Aviation Insurance Podcas...

Episode 75: Global Perspectives in Aviation Insurance - A Chat with Industry Expert David Sales

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dive into the world of aviation insurance with industry leader David Sales! Discover the intricate workings of international insurance markets, innova...

Episode 74: Paula Williams on Mastering Marketing in the Aviation Industry

08 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're thrilled to have Paula Williams from ABCI join us to discuss the latest trends and strategies in aviation marketing. Don't miss her valuable ins...

Episode 73: Andrew Moore Talks Agricultural Aviation - Safety, Technology, and the Future

27 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for an amazing conversation with Andrew Moore, CEO of the National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA), in our latest podcast episode. An...

Episode 72: Discussion with Mark Leeper on Transforming Aviation with Electronic Records

20 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dive into the world of aviation innovation with our latest podcast episode featuring Mark Leeper, the visionary behind Vision Aircraft Records!  Disc...

Episode 71: Jeff Bruno Discusses Challenges & Innovations in Aviation Insurance

23 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dive deep into the ever-evolving world of aviation insurance with Jeff Bruno!  Explore challenges & solutions surrounding eVTOLs, aging pilots, and o...

Episode 70: Discussion with Ed Bolen - Trends and Challenges in Business Aviation

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we sit down with Ed Bolen, President and CEO of the National Business Aviation Association, to dive into the exciting world of business avi...

Episode 69: Behind the Scenes of Aviation Claims Adjustment with Keith Brown

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in to our latest episode with aviation insurance claims expert Keith Brown as he shares insights on the dynamic world of aviation claims.  Disco...

Episode 68: Setting a Safe Course with Steve Bruneau - Navigating Safety Management Systems

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for a deep dive into the world of aviation safety with our special guest Steve Bruneau. We're exploring Safety Management Systems (SMS) - what...

Episode 67: Above and Beyond - Decoding Excess Liability in Aviation with Jason Riley

07 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dive into the intricate realm of Excess Liability in our upcoming podcast episode! Our special guest, Jason Riley, will join us to demystify Excess Li...

Episode 66: The Flight Plan - Understanding Aviation Certificates of Insurance

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered about the intricate details of an aviation insurance certificate? Check out our latest podcast episode where we unpack the ins and outs ...

Episode 65: Aviation Safety and Industry Insights - An Interview with Bruce Landsberg

24 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

🛩️ Join us for an exclusive interview with Bruce Landsberg, NTSB Vice Chair, as he shares invaluable insights on aviation safety, and the technol...

Episode 64: Aviation Insurance Market Update Summer 2023

17 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

✈️ Navigating through the #AviationInsurance market? Our latest podcast episode dives into the key trends and major influences shaping the industr...

Episode 63: Unfolding the Sky Map with Danny Maco - Telematics in Aviation

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

🔊Dive into the dynamic world of telematics with our special guest, Danny Maco, in our newest podcast episode! Together, we investigate telematics' ...

Episode 62: Aircraft Insurance Claims Process

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dealing with an aircraft insurance claim? Remember to prioritize any medical injuries and protect your aircraft from further harm. It's crucial not to...

Episode 61: Key Foundational Principles of Insurance

05 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

🎙️ Dive into the fascinating world of #AviationInsurance with the latest episode of the Aviation Insurance Podcast! Host Tim Bonnell demystifies ...

Episode 60: Aircraft Coverage Expansion Endorsements

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are broad-form expansion endorsements that will be issued by some carriers on various insurance policies. In this episode let us highlight some ...

Episode 59: How Supply Chain and Inflation Issues Impact Aviation Insurance

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of the principles of economics is supply and demand. When there's a lot of demand,  the supply can become a bigger challenge and the cost can go ...

Episode 58: The Impact of Aircraft Seizures by Russia to the Aviation Insurance Market

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On March 14th, Russia passed a law that allows for the confiscation of all non-Russian-owned or financed aircraft in the country. Most airlines lease ...

Episode 57: History of Aviation Insurance

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, we will talk briefly about the history of aviation insurance and how that applies to how insurance is purchased and secured today,...

Episode 56: Human Factors Training

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Human error has been documented as a primary contributor to more than 70 percent of aircraft losses. Boeing says that in aviation "human factors" is d...

Episode 55: Insurance Considerations for Pilots

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Most people don't know that most life insurance policies will exclude piloting activities or fatal injuries due to piloting an aircraft. In this episo...

Episode 54: Contractual Liability

24 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Contractual liability is a liability you inherit when you agree to a contract and from an insurance perspective, you have a new liability. It is best ...

Episode 53: Insurance Terms Regularly Used in Contracts

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We regularly enter into various forms of contractual agreements in aviation. In these agreements, some terms deal with providing evidence of insurance...

Episode 52: Risk Management Process

10 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Part of insurance is safety, mitigating loss, and risk management is a big part of that process. It is an ongoing cycle and it starts with identifying...

Episode 51: Independent Contractor Pilots

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Independent contractors are a big part of aviation operations. Whether you are an independent contractor pilot, professional pilot, mentor pilot, or a...

Episode 50: Unmanned Aerial Systems

26 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Unmanned aerial vehicles, more commonly known as drones, are continuing to grow in use application, and value. In this episode let us talk about the a...

Episode 49: Customs Bonds

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A Customs bond is required when people are bringing goods in and out of the country valued over 2500. In this episode let's talk about something that ...

Episode 48: Non-owned Aircraft Coverages

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you are operating someone else's aircraft, you want to make sure that you don't invalidate their aviation insurance policy. Non-owned coverage is t...

Episode 47: Aircraft Financing Considerations with Aircraft Insurance

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's important to understand some of the insurance considerations that happen when an aircraft or even another aviation asset is financed in order to ...

Episode 46: Senior Airman & Insurance

15 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Insurance carriers and reinsurers have their set of underwriting guidelines. They do understand that all people are unique and age differently. In thi...

Episode 45: Pilot Transitions

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A frequent question that aviation insurance agents or brokers often get is about the minimum requirements for a pilot to transition to a different air...

Episode 44: Emergency Response Plans

01 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The best way to respond to an emergency is to be prepared in advance to do so. An emergency response plan is that advanced planning and thinking of al...

Episode 43: Safety Management System

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A safety management system is a combination of risk management and quality assurance management. In this episode let us talk about the four elements o...

Episode 42: International Aircraft Travel Insurance Considerations Part 3

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We are in the last part of a short three-part series about aviation insurance considerations when using our aircraft out of the United States. Let us ...

Episode 41: International Aircraft Travel Insurance Considerations Part 2

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The European Union passed a regulation that all aircraft operations, both private and commercial would require certain insurance requirements. These r...

Episode 40: International Aircraft Travel Insurance Considerations Part 1

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When we take our aircraft outside of the United States, there are several things we need to look at and consider. In this three-part episode, we want ...

Episode 39: Business Automobile

13 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Automobile exposure becomes important when it comes to anything licensed for road use that leaves the aviation premises. Today let us talk about Busin...

Episode 38: Commercial Property Aviation Insurance Pt. II

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the second installment of a two-part series on commercial property coverage. In this episode, we are going to talk about some additional pr...

Episode 37: Commercial Property Aviation Insurance Pt. I

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A lot of aircraft owners and operators either own or lease a hangar where they have a contractual obligation to insure the building. In this two-part ...

Episode 36: Aviation Insurance Market Update May 2022

23 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The aviation insurance market has been riding kind of a harder insurance market since early to mid-2018, which has been marked by increasing rates and...

Episode 35: Quota Share

16 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quota share is a method of spreading the risk on an individual account through multiple insurers. What happens in a quota share is that insurance comp...

Episode 34: Environmental Pollution/Impairment Liability

09 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode let's talk about one key exclusion which is Environmental Pollution Liability. It is an exclusion on pretty much every policy unless t...

Episode 33: Directors & Officers Liability Insurance (D&O)

02 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Directors and Officers (D&O) Liability Insurance, according to International Risk Management Institute (IRMI), is a type of liability insurance coveri...

Episode 32: Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI)

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI), according to International Risk Management Institute (IRMI), is a type of liability insurance coverin...

Episode 31: Professional Liability

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Why do you need to consider professional liability coverage for your aviation business and risks? According to the Insurance Risk Management Institute...

Episode 30: Workers Compensation

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We talked about a lot of exclusions and we said these exclusions are often here because those issues are better designed to be covered elsewhere. One ...

Episode 29: Aviation Commercial General Liability - Endorsements

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Endorsements (also referred to as Waivers) to an insurance policy amend coverage for items of a special circumstance, or that need specificity of a ce...

Episode 28: Aviation Commercial General Liability - Exclusions

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

All policies contain an Exclusion section, which specifies what the insurance company will not cover. This will vary in some degree from company to co...

Episode 27: Aviation Commercial General Liability - Conditions

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Conditions section of the policy outlines the duties, provisions, rules of conduct, and obligations required for coverage to remain effective in t...

Episode 26: Aviation Commercial General Liability - Coverage D Pt.2

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Aviation Insurance Podcast, let's get into the insuring agreements coverage D related to hangar keepers' legal liability. In th...

Episode 25: Aviation Commercial General Liability - Coverage D Pt.1

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this two-part episode of the Aviation Insurance Podcast, let's get into the insuring agreements coverage D related to hangar keepers' legal liabili...

Episode 24: Aviation Commercial General Liability - Coverage C

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Aviation Insurance Podcast, let's get into the insuring agreements coverage C related to premises medical payments. It's kind o...

Episode 23: Aviation Commercial General Liability - Coverage B

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As we continue to discuss the aviation or airport commercial general liability exposures, let's get into the insuring agreements coverage B related to...

Episode 22: Aviation Commercial General Liability - Coverage A

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As we continue to discuss the aviation or airport commercial general liability exposures, let's get into the insuring agreements coverage A related to...

Episode 21: Aviation Commercial General Liability (CGL)

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The aviation or airport commercial general liability policy is a third-party liability policy that protects things other than the aircraft and the lia...

Episode 20: Aircraft Insurance Fundamentals - Reinsurance Pt. 2

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the previous episode we talked about a general insurance concept called Reinsurance. How insurance companies spread their risk and how those cost a...

Episode 19: Aircraft Insurance Fundamentals - Reinsurance Pt. 1

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

People often wonder why claims that have nothing to do with their business impact the rates in their annual premium. One of the reasons is how insuran...

Episode 18: AG Aviation

06 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When an agricultural aviation operator gets an angry call from a farmer, the last thing he wants is to worry about whether he has the proper liability...

Episode 17: Environmental Liability

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Aviation related risks have significant on-site and off-site exposures due to the large volume of hazardous materials that are utilized in the day-to-...

Episode 16: How To Read Your Policy Part IX - Definitions

15 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Definitions are found in most aircraft insurance policies which are sometimes inside of a coverage or in a separate section. They are typically in wri...