How Bidding Works

Creating an account is free, and you can place a bid straight away. Until your one-time identity check is approved the bid stays private, only you and our team can see it, and it does not move the price, then it enters the auction. Verify early so it counts before the auction closes.

No. All bids are binding once submitted and cannot be retracted, so double-check the amount before you confirm.

Some lots carry a reserve, the minimum the seller will accept. The listing tells you whether a reserve applies, but the amount itself stays hidden from bidders throughout the auction.

You simply weren't the highest bid, nothing is charged. You can keep watching for the aircraft to relist, or move on to another lot.

If bidding never reached the seller's reserve, the lot doesn't sell to anyone, including the top bidder. It may be relisted in a future auction instead.

We introduce you to the seller. From there you agree the inspection, the payment terms, the closing paperwork and collection of the aircraft, our team helps both sides whenever needed, including guidance on using an escrow service.

Normally, yes: 5% of the winning bid, due only if you win and paid at closing. It is currently waived to 0% until the end of 2026.

You can review the independent appraisal, documents and logbooks on the listing, and arrange your own Pre-Buy Inspection before committing to a bid. A closer, hands-on inspection typically happens after you win, before payment and transfer.

Yes. Buyers from any country can register and bid, you're responsible for following the aviation and import rules that apply where you live.