At Fly Fast Further First (F4), we provide Expert Witness Services to support aviation-related legal, insurance, and financial proceedings.
Our ASA-accredited Senior Appraiser, Alastair Fallon, brings over three decades of technical and valuation experience to provide independent, evidence-based assessments that meet international professional standards.
Whether you require expert testimony for a dispute, insurance claim, or aircraft valuation case, F4 delivers precise, defensible, and impartial opinions grounded in accredited aviation appraisal methodology.
What Is an Aviation Expert Witness?
An aviation expert witness offers specialized professional opinions in cases involving aircraft valuation, maintenance, insurance, and operational issues.
These expert opinions assist courts, arbitration panels, insurers, and clients in understanding complex technical and financial aspects of aviation assets.
At F4, our expert witness services are built upon ASA accreditation, adherence to USPAP standards, and a deep understanding of the aviation market, maintenance records, and regulatory environment.
Most Used Appraisals Method
Cost Approach
This method calculates the value of the fleet based on the price to replace individual assets with the same or similar model of aircraft. It takes in various factors during this process including possible depreciation.
Income Approach
If your fleet is used to generate income, which is often the case for commercial helicopters, this method will evaluate the potential income they could generate for you.
Market Approach
Utilising market trends and comparing sales data for similar and/or the same models where available, this method determines the value for the overall fleet and individual models based on its potential market sale.
When Are Expert Witness Services Required?
You may require a qualified aviation expert witness for:
Aircraft or helicopter valuation disputes
Insurance claims following accidents or damage
Litigation involving aircraft ownership or condition
Lease return disagreements between lessors and operators
Diminution in value after incidents or technical issues
Regulatory or compliance investigations
Tax and financial audits requiring certified valuation input
Why Choose F4 as Your Expert Witness
ASA Accredited Senior Appraiser (Aircraft Discipline)
– Recognized internationally by legal, insurance, and financial bodies.Independent and Impartial
– We maintain strict neutrality and objectivity in every report and testimony.Technically and Legally Sound
– Every opinion is supported by data, documentation, and standardized methodology.Court-Ready Documentation
– Appraisal reports comply with accepted legal and valuation frameworks.Experience That Matters
– Over 30 years in aviation asset appraisal, maintenance, and market analysis.
