A new option
for aircraft sales
Immediate Liquidity, True Market Value, Your Terms
The Auction Advantage
In aircraft sales, we know sellers need fast liquidation and maximized returns. The auction philosophy allows us to cater the transaction toward seller needs and offers full transparency for buyers through open bidding.
Hold timed auction events with deadlines on seller terms
Create competitive bidding environments that demand transparency and true market value
Immediately liquidate aircraft over shorter time periods than traditional brokerages
Auction Opportunity in the Aircraft Industry
Recent aircraft sales trends demonstrate a growing need for the industry to pivot from traditional aircraft listings to auctions. The auction option delivers more immediate liquidity with a clear process for decisive buyers.
Industry opportunities for auction solutions:
- Increased demand for pre-owned aircraft
- Demand for newer pre-owned aircraft with charter services, private operators, and flight schools
- Gaps in aircraft marketplace due to production delays with new aircraft
From contract to close, KIKO sold $11.2 Million worth of aircraft in 5 weeks.
Choose the Auction Experts
KIKO Realtors, Auctioneers, and Advisors has been conducting auctions since 1945 on the principles of caring, integrity, and collaboration.
As a 5th generation family-owned business, we conduct more than 1,100 auctions annually. Sixty KIKO agents offer over 1,000+ years of combined selling expertise.
Known for high-value real estate and specialty personal property, we sell all over the world with a committed repeat-buyer base.
“I can’t believe what a seamless professional process this was from all the stakeholders. It’s refreshing to come across really proficient folks that can drive a process really well. I’ve had more complicated trips to the grocery store.” – Chris H, Aviation Auction Buyer
See Our Aircraft Auction Results
$2,375,000
$2,325,000
$1,775,000
$1,775,000
$1,575,000
$1,350,000
$731,500
$599,500
Your Aircraft Auction Team
Pete Kiko Jr.
Auctioneer & Realtor
Pete is a fourth-generation auctioneer raised in a family of pilots. Pete understands the nuances of the aircraft industry and leverages decades of auction and marketing experience to deliver targeted exposure and real results to highvalue assets. As an advisor, Pete is passionate about guiding clients through life and business transitions, offering trusted advice and tailored solutions that align with their goals.
Ben Pidgeon
Field Operations Manager & Realtor
A licensed private pilot and Advanced Ground Instructor, Ben Pidgeon has been building relationships in the aviation world since 2002. At 16, Ben started as the line boy at his local airport (38D) and worked his way up to managing the FBO and flight school. Ben brings a lifelong passion for aircraft and over 20 years of hands-on experience to the KIKO Auctioneer’s aviation team where he has worked as Field Operations Manager since 2020.
Ben is also a licensed real estate agent and member of AOPA, EAA, NEOPA, and NBAA, and the National Aircraft Finance Association (NAFA).
Jake Whitacre
Auctioneer & Realtor
Born into the industry, Jake is a fourth-generation auctioneer at KIKO and a graduate of the Aircraft Technician program at the National Aviation Academy in Clearwater, Florida. After years in the trade, he now serves his sellers as an expert auctioneer and realtor.