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Used Business Jet Sales Decline 27% in Q1 2026

May 28, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Used business jet sales declined 27.2% in Q1 2026.
Dollar volume decreased 19.7% compared to Q1 2025.
Q1 2025 was an unusually active period due to tariff rush.

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Strategic Implications

This decline may indicate a market correction after the tariff rush in Q1 2025. The decrease in sales and dollar volume suggests a potential slowdown in the pre-owned business jet market, which could impact manufacturers and sellers.

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What Happened

Pre-Owned Market Sees Significant Drop After Tariff Rush

The number of pre-owned business jet transactions during Q1 2026 declined significantly, with a 27.2% decrease in sales and a 19.7% decrease in dollar volume compared to the same period last year. According to a report by Global Jet Capital, this decline is partly due to a comparison with an unusually active Q1 2025, which saw a rush of sales ahead of tariffs. The pre-owned business jet market may be experiencing a correction after this surge, with potential implications for manufacturers and sellers. This report was first published in Aviation Week.

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