About Fite Aircraft Valuation Group, LLC

We are committed to providing clients with the most comprehensive, compliant appraisal reports. We complete in depth analysis of all value impacts on each appraisal. What sets us apart? We always complete a physical inspection of our clients aircraft and logbooks and leave no stone unturned.

By aligning with lenders, attorneys, investors, and private owners, we facilitate informed decisions related to financing, acquisition, portfolio optimization, and litigation support. Clients rely on our documented expertise, adherence to Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), and commitment to transparent reporting.

Aircraft Appraisals: Financing and refinancing, collateral monitoring, estate planning, partnership transactions, buy/sell decisions, insurance support, and more.

Aviation Consulting: Aircraft market analysis, aircraft acquisition support, pre-purchase guidance, future asset value assessments, collateral inspections for lenders, and more.

Thomas Fite: Senior Certified Aircraft Appraiser

Thomas Fite is a Senior Certified Aircraft Appraiser and associate of the Professional Aircraft Appraisal Organization (PAAO). He maintains current USPAP certification through the American Society of Appraisers (ASA).

Thomas also holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate with extensive experience piloting Boeing, Embraer, and Gulfstream aircraft. As a professional corporate pilot with experience operating large turbine aircraft, Thomas has developed an in-depth understanding of aircraft systems, maintenance programs, operational considerations, and market influences affecting aircraft value.

All aircraft appraisals are formed and developed through Thomas’ supervision, and utilize proprietary software, analytical methodology, and vast research to include a physical inspection of the subject aircraft and logbooks. This ensures each appraisal, market analysis, or advisory service is provided with consistency and quality.

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Based in Ogden, UT (greater Salt Lake City area), serving clients nationwide.

This allows us to dispatch anywhere in the western U.S. efficiently, and also serve nationwide. Regardless of your location, Fite Aircraft Valuation Group can come to you and deliver a credible and professional appraisal report.