Insurance for Air Transportation

This broad industry covers all forms of air transportation and management. Establishments in this industry include air traffic control, air cargo transportation, aircraft hangar rental, airline baggage handling, aircraft chartering services, runway maintenance, aircraft maintenance (excluding overhauls, rebuilding, and conversions), air mail and regular passenger flights, both with and without cargo.

Even if a business is successful, a disaster could strike at any moment and could instantly shut your business down. You need to carry insurance to mitigate the risks of any unforeseen events. Also, states often require certain types of business insurance. Workers' Compensation insurance is state-mandated and you need to carry it if your business meets the state minimum requirements.

Your business could suffer from property loss from a fire, natural disaster or theft. Property loss keeps your business from functioning as normal. You may have to close or relocate during repairs. When your employees suffer injuries because of work, you are responsible for providing health benefits and income during time off. There are also liability claims including computers and the internet, risking cyber attacks that could potentially expose your customers' private information.

There is no average cost for the insurance of air transportation services, but here are some sample scenarios:

• General liability insurance can cost an average of $400 in annual premiums.
• Commercial auto insurance costs an average of $350 in annual premiums.
• Commercial Property insurance is around $400 in annual premiums.

The right coverage will be a combination of the various coverage types needed for your business.