Aircraft Maintenance Cost Calculator
This calculator provides an **estimated** breakdown of aircraft maintenance costs on a per-flight-hour and annual basis. Maintenance costs are highly variable and depend on aircraft type, age, usage, and specific maintenance requirements.
Please input your best estimates for the values below.
Aircraft Usage & Fixed Costs
Typical general aviation: 50-200 hrs/year. Commercial: 1000+ hrs/year.
Example: Small piston aircraft: $1,500 - $3,000+. Jet/Turboprop: Much higher.
For unexpected repairs. Can be highly variable.
Costs incurred regardless of flight hours.
Variable Costs (Per Flight Hour)
Includes oil, filters, basic wear items. Example: Piston: $10-50/hr. Turboprop: $50-200/hr. Jet: $100-500+/hr.
Set aside for future engine overhaul. Example: Piston: $10-30/hr. Turboprop: $50-200/hr. Jet: $200-1000+/hr (per engine).
For items beyond scheduled inspections that are hour-dependent.
For specialized electronics, instruments, other components.
E.g., prop overhaul reserve, landing gear reserve, AD compliance.
Estimated Maintenance Costs
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