Threshold edge Limited works extensively with clients in sourcing aircraft that align with their operational requirements. Offering guidance on fleet selection, procurement processes, and integration strategies, ensuring optimal performance and cost-efficiency for operators. Aircraft sourcing for flight operations involves finding the right aircraft to meet the needs of airlines, lessors, and aviation investors. This process includes market research, aircraft evaluation, and ensuring the aircraft meets operational and financial goals. It also includes activities like lease transitions, deliveries, and distressed recovery operations, as well as compliance with regulatory bodies. 

At Threshold edge Limited we cater for

Market Research and Aircraft Evaluation:

Identifying Needs: Determining the specific type of aircraft (passenger, cargo, business jet), its capacity, range, and other technical specifications based on flight operation requirements. 

Market Analysis: Assessing the available aircraft in the market, considering factors like age, condition, maintenance history, and market pricing. 

Technical Assessment: Evaluating the aircraft’s technical specifications, ensuring it meets regulatory requirements, and considering its potential for maintenance and operational costs. 

Brokerage and Delivery: Facilitating the acquisition, sale, or leasing process, ensuring smooth transitions and delivery of the aircraft to the designated location. 

Lease Transition: Supporting the process of transferring aircraft ownership or lease arrangements, including necessary paperwork, legal and regulatory compliance. 

Delivery Support: Managing the logistics of delivering the aircraft to the intended location, ensuring timely and efficient movement. 

Distressed Recovery: Providing assistance in recovering or repossessing aircraft in distressed situations, such as lease defaults or bankruptcies. 

Regulatory Compliance and Support:

CAAs, EASA, FAA, ICAO Compliance: Ensuring that all aspects of the sourcing and acquisition process adhere to regulations set by international and national aviation authorities.

Permits and Waivers: Obtaining necessary permits and waivers for specialized operations, such as flights under “Permit to Fly” conditions, or those with specific operational requirements.

OTARs Framework: Ensuring compliance with the Open Skies and other international agreements regarding aircraft ownership and operation.

EU ETS Reporting: Supporting clients with European Union Emission Trading System reporting requirements. 

Flight Operations Support: Navigation Data: Providing up-to-date navigation data to support accurate route planning and in-air operations, ensuring compliance with global airspace rules. 

Flight Crew Services: Offering services to support flight crew deployment, including staffing, training, and logistics,.

Aviation Fuel Procurement: Facilitating the procurement of aviation fuel, ensuring timely and efficient refueling of aircraft. 

Safety and Risk Management: Implementing safety and risk management measures to ensure the safe and efficient operation of aircraft