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Aviation Consulting

Services

BA Group Consulting provides general aviation consulting services to airports, FBOs, MROs, flight departments, private developers, aviation enthusiasts, and other aviation related companies. Services generally involve aviation real estate valuation, feasibility, FBO and private hangar operation. However, our Team’s vast experience and affiliate network of consultants allow us to be versatile in many subdomains of the general aviation industry.

General Aviation Development Study

Understand or confirm the best and highest use for developing general aviation land at an airport. This study will look at various market and feasibility attributes that will help ensure the viability of prospective development. The study includes income, cost analysis, aviation and non-aviation market review, financial modeling, and debt and equity.

Mergers and Acquisitions

The BA Group Team has substantial experience in helping to value, market, and sell general aviation businesses. Let our Team and affiliates assist you in acquiring or selling an aviation business. Services include valuation, financial prep, and off- or on-market exposure.

Hangar Development Feasibility

The BA Group Team has substantial experience in helping to value, market, and sell general aviation businesses. Let our Team and affiliates assist you in acquiring or selling an aviation business. Services include valuation, financial prep, and off- or on-market exposure.

FBO Development Feasibility

This study will analyze various market and feasibility attributes that will ensure the viability of general aviation hangar development. Our Team will conduct an income and development cost analysis and review local, regional, and national aviation markets. The study will include financial modeling of the hangar development and an assessment of debt and equity markets.

General Aviation (Airport) Market Feasibility

The construction phase of development brings another level of challenges and obstacles. It's imperative to have an experienced team overseeing this process. Having an agent attend and advocate at OAC meetings and double-check contractor work is essential to a successful outcome. A proactive approach to project oversight will help minimize mistakes and costly change orders, reducing schedule overruns and budget creep.

Aviation Real Estate Valuation

The construction phase of development brings another level of challenges and obstacles. It's imperative to have an experienced team overseeing this process. Having an agent attend and advocate at OAC meetings and double-check contractor work is essential to a successful outcome. A proactive approach to project oversight will help minimize mistakes and costly change orders, reducing schedule overruns and budget creep.

Airport Ground Rent Studies

This study will analyze various market and feasibility attributes that will ensure the viability of general aviation hangar development. Our Team will conduct an income and development cost analysis and review local, regional, and national aviation markets. The study will include financial modeling of the hangar development and an assessment of debt and equity markets.

Hangar Rent Studies

The construction phase of development brings another level of challenges and obstacles. It's imperative to have an experienced team overseeing this process. Having an agent attend and advocate at OAC meetings and double-check contractor work is essential to a successful outcome. A proactive approach to project oversight will help minimize mistakes and costly change orders, reducing schedule overruns and budget creep.

FBO Operational Audit

The construction phase of development brings another level of challenges and obstacles. It's imperative to have an experienced team overseeing this process. Having an agent attend and advocate at OAC meetings and double-check contractor work is essential to a successful outcome. A proactive approach to project oversight will help minimize mistakes and costly change orders, reducing schedule overruns and budget creep.

GENERAL AVIATION DEVELOPMENT STUDY

GENERAL AVIATION DEVELOPMENT STUDY

Understand or confirm the best and highest use for developing general aviation land at an airport. This study will look at various market and feasibility attributes that will help ensure the viability of prospective development. The study includes income, cost analysis, aviation and non-aviation market review, financial modeling, and debt and equity.

MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS

MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS

The BA Group Team has substantial experience in helping to value, market, and sell general aviation businesses. Let our Team and affiliates assist you in acquiring or selling an aviation business. Services include valuation, financial prep, and off- or on-market exposure.

HANGAR DEVELOPMENT FEASIBILITY

HANGAR DEVELOPMENT FEASIBILITY

The BA Group Team has substantial experience in helping to value, market, and sell general aviation businesses. Let our Team and affiliates assist you in acquiring or selling an aviation business. Services include valuation, financial prep, and off- or on-market exposure.

FBO DEVELOPMENT FEASIBILITY

FBO DEVELOPMENT FEASIBILITY

This study will analyze various market and feasibility attributes that will ensure the viability of general aviation hangar development. Our Team will conduct an income and development cost analysis and review local, regional, and national aviation markets. The study will include financial modeling of the hangar development and an assessment of debt and equity markets.

GENERAL AVIATION (AIRPORT) MARKET FEASIBILITY

GENERAL AVIATION (AIRPORT) MARKET FEASIBILITY

The construction phase of development brings another level of challenges and obstacles. It's imperative to have an experienced team overseeing this process. Having an agent attend and advocate at OAC meetings and double-check contractor work is essential to a successful outcome. A proactive approach to project oversight will help minimize mistakes and costly change orders, reducing schedule overruns and budget creep.

AVIATION REAL ESTATE VALUATION

AVIATION REAL ESTATE VALUATION

The construction phase of development brings another level of challenges and obstacles. It's imperative to have an experienced team overseeing this process. Having an agent attend and advocate at OAC meetings and double-check contractor work is essential to a successful outcome. A proactive approach to project oversight will help minimize mistakes and costly change orders, reducing schedule overruns and budget creep.

AIRPORT GROUND RENT STUDIES

AIRPORT GROUND RENT STUDIES

This study will analyze various market and feasibility attributes that will ensure the viability of general aviation hangar development. Our Team will conduct an income and development cost analysis and review local, regional, and national aviation markets. The study will include financial modeling of the hangar development and an assessment of debt and equity markets.

HANGAR RENT STUDIES

HANGAR RENT STUDIES

The construction phase of development brings another level of challenges and obstacles. It's imperative to have an experienced team overseeing this process. Having an agent attend and advocate at OAC meetings and double-check contractor work is essential to a successful outcome. A proactive approach to project oversight will help minimize mistakes and costly change orders, reducing schedule overruns and budget creep.

FBO OPERATIONAL AUDIT

FBO OPERATIONAL AUDIT

The construction phase of development brings another level of challenges and obstacles. It's imperative to have an experienced team overseeing this process. Having an agent attend and advocate at OAC meetings and double-check contractor work is essential to a successful outcome. A proactive approach to project oversight will help minimize mistakes and costly change orders, reducing schedule overruns and budget creep.

Division

Team Leads

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Jessica Ballou

Partner • Manager of Consulting Services

Boasting 16 years in commercial real estate, Jessica excels in appraisal, market research, and asset analysis. Recently, her focus has sharpened on aviation, with an impressive 16 projects annually, specializing in hangars, developments, and FBOs. While she partners with National Valuation Consultants for appraisals, her broader expertise flourishes at Capital Peak Aviation, handling consultations, valuations, and in-depth market analyses.

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Iver Retrum

Partner • President • Manager of Real Estate Services

Mr. Retrum co-founded the Business Aviation Group, LLC (BA Group) to provide aviation based real estate consulting services to high net-worth individuals, airports, FBOs, and businesses. Today, along with the dedication and experience of his partners, Mr. Retrum has grown the company into a full-service aviation real estate company, assisting clients in holistic design, feasibility, and development of aviation facilities, as well as real estate transaction, marketing, and general consulting services.

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David Vaughan

Partner

David’s passion for business aviation is reflected in his four decades of rewarding experiences and meaningful assignments. His knowledge of the aviation industry is extensive and provides perspectives not only from the operational and financial viewpoint, but also from the sales and marketing arenas.

Business Aviation Group A black and white photo of a woman, one of the team members, wearing a business suit.

Jessica Ballou

Partner • Manager of Consulting Services

Boasting 16 years in commercial real estate, Jessica excels in appraisal, market research, and asset analysis. Recently, her focus has sharpened on aviation, with an impressive 16 projects annually, specializing in hangars, developments, and FBOs. While she partners with National Valuation Consultants for appraisals, her broader expertise flourishes at Capital Peak Aviation, handling consultations, valuations, and in-depth market analyses.

Business Aviation Group A black and white photo of a man with a beard, amongst his team members.

Iver Retrum

Partner • President • Manager of Real Estate Services

Mr. Retrum co-founded the Business Aviation Group, LLC (BA Group) to provide aviation based real estate consulting services to high net-worth individuals, airports, FBOs, and businesses. Today, along with the dedication and experience of his partners, Mr. Retrum has grown the company into a full-service aviation real estate company, assisting clients in holistic design, feasibility, and development of aviation facilities, as well as real estate transaction, marketing, and general consulting services.

Business Aviation Group A black and white photo of an older man in a suit and tie, surrounded by his team members.

David Vaughan

Partner

David’s passion for business aviation is reflected in his four decades of rewarding experiences and meaningful assignments. His knowledge of the aviation industry is extensive and provides perspectives not only from the operational and financial viewpoint, but also from the sales and marketing arenas.

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