Frequently Asked Questions

APM Leasing is a business-to-business aviation equipment provider serving flight schools across the United States. We source, refurbish, and deliver aircraft on long-term operating leases — enabling flight schools to expand their fleets without the capital burden of aircraft ownership.

We are a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), founded by two active airline pilots with deep roots in both military service and commercial aviation.

APM was founded by Bill Boehm and Chris Fitch — both active airline pilots with MBAs.

Chris Fitch brings exceptional technical depth: former Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE), IA A&P mechanic, USMC and Army veteran. He personally evaluates every aircraft before it enters the APM program.

Bill Boehm is a flight instructor and retired U.S. Army officer. He is the primary point of contact for all lease inquiries and personally reaches out to every prospective partner.

Yes. APM Leasing is a certified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Military service is not a marketing badge for APM — it's the foundation of how we operate. Commitments are kept, problems are owned, and partners are treated as long-term relationships, not transactions.

Our fleet is currently fully leased — a direct reflection of strong demand from our flight school partners. However, APM actively sources, refurbishes, and delivers aircraft on request.

If you need a specific trainer type, contact us with your requirements. We will find it, prepare it to our standards, and deliver it ready to fly with a fresh annual inspection.

We work with a range of fixed-wing trainers and advanced aircraft:

• Cessna 172 160HP, 122kts cruise, 4-seat — VFR with optional IFR
• Tecnam P2002 100HP Rotax, Dual Garmin G3X, autopilot, GTN 650 — VFR/IFR capable
• Tecnam Astore 100HP, 120kts, 520nm range, 485lb useful load
• Tecnam P-Mentor 100HP, 117kts, 950nm range, 628lb useful load
• Piper Seneca Twin-engine, 6-seat, full IFR — ideal for multi-engine training

We also lease flight simulators, engines, and avionics.

Yes. Tell us what you need — aircraft type, avionics configuration, special equipment (cold-weather, floats, etc.) — and APM will source candidates from our nationwide network. Chris evaluates every aircraft before acquisition using examiner-level scrutiny: logbooks, airframe condition, engine time, and avionics. The aircraft arrives with a fresh annual inspection.

Leases carry a one-year minimum term with a minimum of 40 flight hours per month. A 40-hour deposit is collected at lease signing.

Flight hours are tracked by Hobbs meter. Usage reports are due by the 10th of the following month. Billing is based on actual hours flown against your monthly minimum.

Yes. Schools averaging 80 or more flight hours per month can negotiate rates. Paint, interior, and avionics upgrades are also negotiable based on lessee performance history. The more hours you fly, the more flexibility we have to work with you.

APM covers all major capital and ownership costs:

• Engine overhauls
• Propeller overhauls
• Paint and interior
• Property tax
• Financing and loan costs
• Fresh annual inspection at delivery

The lessee covers day-to-day operational costs:

• Aircraft insurance
• Fuel
• Tie-down fees
• Cleaning
• GPS database subscriptions
• Airframe and engine maintenance and inspections during the lease term
• Return of the aircraft at lease end

Three ways to get started:

• Lease Request Form Fill out the form on our Contact page — it takes about two minutes and gives us everything we need to have a productive first conversation
• Call Reach Bill directly at (805) 757-6376, Monday through Friday
• Email Send your inquiry to bill@avproman.com

Include the aircraft type you need, your estimated monthly hours, your airport or base of operations, and any special requirements.

Bill reviews every inquiry personally and responds within one business day. You'll hear from Bill or Chris directly — not an automated response or a sales team.