--- title: What Does an Aircraft Management Company Actually Do? 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A Full Breakdown of Responsibilities [CrewBlast](https://www.crewblast.co/blog/author/crewblast) Share: [facebook-f icon](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://www.crewblast.co/blog/what-does-an-aircraft-management-company-actually-do-a-full-breakdown-of-responsibilities) [linkedin-in icon](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.crewblast.co/blog/what-does-an-aircraft-management-company-actually-do-a-full-breakdown-of-responsibilities) [Twitter icon](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://www.crewblast.co/blog/what-does-an-aircraft-management-company-actually-do-a-full-breakdown-of-responsibilities) [pinterest-p icon](http://pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https://www.crewblast.co/blog/what-does-an-aircraft-management-company-actually-do-a-full-breakdown-of-responsibilities) [envelope icon](mailto:?body=https://www.crewblast.co/blog/what-does-an-aircraft-management-company-actually-do-a-full-breakdown-of-responsibilities) Aircraft owners evaluating professional management for the first time often understand the general concept but not the specific day to day responsibilities a management company actually assumes. The term aircraft management covers a wide range of operational functions, and knowing exactly which responsibilities transfer to the management company versus which remain with the owner matters considerably when negotiating a management agreement. This breakdown covers the specific responsibilities a professional aircraft management company typically handles, and where crew sourcing fits into that picture. Owners evaluating management options can also review current contract crew rates on the [**CrewBlast daily rate page**](https://www.crewblast.co/daily-rate) to understand the crew cost component of any management proposal. ## MANAGEMENT IS A BUNDLE, NOT ONE SERVICE Aircraft management is not a single service. It is a bundle of distinct responsibilities, and different management companies draw the line differently on which of these are included in the base management fee versus billed separately. Always get a specific written breakdown before signing. ## Crew Sourcing and Management The management company is typically responsible for sourcing, vetting, and scheduling flight crew for the aircraft, whether through full time employed pilots and flight attendants or contract crew supplementation. Many management companies rely on verified crew platforms like [**CrewBlast**](https://www.crewblast.co/crewblast-request) to source contract crew for scheduling gaps, since this eliminates the need to build in house recruiting infrastructure for occasional crew needs. This responsibility includes maintaining crew currency on required training and medical certificates, coordinating crew schedules around the owner's flight requirements, and handling crew related compliance documentation for Part 91 or Part 135 operations as applicable. ## Maintenance Oversight The management company coordinates all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, manages the relationship with maintenance facilities, tracks required inspections and airworthiness directives, and ensures the aircraft remains in compliance with all applicable maintenance regulations. This includes managing parts procurement and warranty claims where applicable. ## Regulatory Compliance and Recordkeeping Management companies maintain the operational records required under the applicable operating certificate, ensure the aircraft and crew meet all regulatory currency requirements, and typically handle the administrative burden of any FAA reporting or inspection preparation. For Part 135 operations, this includes maintaining the specific training program approvals required for contract crew to fly revenue passengers. ## Insurance Management The management company typically negotiates and manages the aircraft insurance policy, coordinates any claims process if needed, and ensures the operation maintains the coverage levels and crew qualification documentation that underwriters require for favorable terms. This has become an increasingly detailed responsibility as underwriters ask more specific questions about crew vetting practices during renewal. ## Scheduling and Trip Support Day to day scheduling coordination, including flight planning, FBO arrangements, catering, ground transportation, and international permit handling for cross border trips, typically falls to the management company. This operational layer is what allows an owner to simply communicate travel needs without managing the logistics personally. ## Charter Revenue Management (When Applicable) For owners who authorize charter use of their aircraft when not needed personally, the management company handles charter marketing, booking, and revenue distribution, typically operating the charter side of the business under their own Part 135 certificate if the owner's aircraft does not hold one independently. ## What Typically Remains the Owner's Responsibility Ownership costs including the aircraft purchase or lease payment, hangar and storage fees, and the management fee itself typically remain the owner's direct responsibility rather than being absorbed into the management company's operations. Strategic decisions about aircraft replacement, upgrade, or sale also remain with the owner, with the management company providing operational input but not making the final capital decision. 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