The aviation division at Arlington/Roe focuses on all types of aircraft—from single-engine piston to business jets; uses from agricultural and corporate to charter; and specialty aircraft from military types to antiques. Our long-standing relationships with virtually every aviation carrier and deep industry expertise give you multiple market options and competitive placement strategies.
Our aviation team is comprised of career aviation brokers. Together we've worked as a team for 20 years and offer approximately 85 years of combined aviation insurance and risk-management experience. We represent more than 35 aviation insurers and welcome submissions from agents who already write aviation business as well as those entering the field.
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Overview — Arlington/Roe Aircraft Insurance
Arlington/Roe & Co., Inc. places aircraft and aviation exposures through all available markets. As a Managing General Agency and Excess & Surplus Lines broker, we provide access to admitted and non-admitted options, broad carrier choice, and specialized underwriting for unique aviation risks. This program is built for agents who need flexible solutions for aircraft liability, hull, airports, product liability, and aviation workers' compensation.
Ideal Accounts and Appetite
We typically place the following classes:
- Private, corporate and commercial fixed-wing and rotorcraft (piston, turboprop and jet)
- Charter and air taxi operations, non-owned and fractional ownership programs
- Aerial operations (crop dusting, surveying, pipeline patrol, firefighting support)
- Antique, experimental and warbird exposures
- Airports, FBOs, helipads, control towers, maintenance/repair facilities
- Aviation product manufacturers, parts distributors and ground-handling operations
- Flight schools, charter operators and airport service providers for workers’ compensation placement
Accounts that typically fit include well-maintained aircraft with qualified crews, established FBOs and manufacturers with documented safety programs. Accounts with active safety management, maintenance records and pilot training history are also preferred.
Coverage Highlights and Advantages
- Broad hull and liability capacity for private, corporate and commercial operations
- Products and completed operations coverage for aviation manufacturers and parts suppliers
- Airport and premises liability, including cover for FBO operations and maintenance facilities
- Aviation workers’ compensation solutions that can be written for aviation classes even when they are not the employer’s primary exposure
- Access to more than 35 specialized aviation carriers—helping you find capacity where standard markets may decline
Underwriting Notes
When submitting to Arlington/Roe, prepare to include:
- Aircraft logs, maintenance records and pilot qualifications
- Operations descriptions, pilot hiring/training practices and safety management details
- Loss history for the past 3–5 years
- For product liability: design and manufacturing controls, distribution channels and warranty practices
Minimum premium and specific terms vary by carrier and risk. Contact your Arlington/Roe underwriter for tailored underwriting requirements and minimums on each account.
Territories and Availability
Available through all available markets nationwide. Arlington/Roe places business in these states and jurisdictions:
AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, DC, WV, WI, WY.
Why Work With Arlington/Roe on Aircraft Insurance
- Specialized team with long-term aviation underwriting relationships and technical expertise
- Access to both admitted and E&S markets through an experienced MGA/wholesale broker platform
- Flexible placement options for unusual or high-severity aviation risks
- Responsive underwriting and support for agent submissions and bind requests
Example Accounts You Might Place
- A regional charter operator seeking combined hull and liability coverage for a mixed fleet of turboprops and light jets, with pilot training records and a documented maintenance program.
- An FBO that needs premises liability, hangarkeepers and workers’ comp for ramp and maintenance personnel, where the aviation exposure is significant but not the primary business on the general ledger.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of accounts are a good fit for Arlington/Roe’s Aircraft Insurance program?
Good fits include private and corporate aircraft, charter operations, FBOs and maintenance facilities, aviation product manufacturers and parts distributors. We handle piston, turboprop and jet aircraft as well as specialty and antique aircraft.
Are coverage options admitted, non-admitted, or both?
Arlington/Roe places business across all available markets. We work with admitted carriers and excess & surplus markets to find the most appropriate coverage and capacity for each risk.
What information should I include with a submission?
Provide aircraft logs and maintenance records, pilot qualifications and training, a detailed description of operations, and loss history. For manufacturers, include design, manufacturing and distribution information.
How many carriers can Arlington/Roe access for aviation risks?
We represent more than 35 aviation insurance carriers, which helps when you need multiple capacity options or specialty coverages.
Need help placing an account? Connect with a market specialist.