Business Details
18 Years
experience
Trusted Aviation Insurance Solutions in Sarasota, FL
Established in 2008, Beacon Aviation specializes in tailored insurance and risk management solutions for the aviation industry. Our expertise spans workers' compensation, hull and liability coverage, and aviation-specific general liability policies. With a team of seasoned professionals who combine deep aviation knowledge with insurance acumen, we serve fixed base operators, maintenance facilities, airports, and other aviation entities nationwide.Our commitment to personalized service ensures clients receive customized programs that address unique operational risks. Backed by decades of collective experience, including active and former pilots on staff, we prioritize safety, compliance, and comprehensive protection for aviation businesses.
Services
Workers' Compensation
Hull & Liability
Aviation General Liability
Risk Control
Premium Audit Services
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We focus exclusively on aviation insurance with industry-specific expertise
- Our team includes active and former pilots with 40+ years of combined experience
- We offer tailored risk management programs for unique aviation operations
- We serve clients nationwide through a network of appointed brokers
- Our underwriters maintain FAA certifications and aviation safety credentials
Services
Workers' Compensation
Specialized workers' compensation coverage for aviation industry employers. Protects against job-related injuries and illnesses specific to aviation operations including maintenance, flight instruction, and airport services. Our policies address unique risks like aircraft handling, fuel operations, and hangar work environments while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
Hull & Liability
Comprehensive protection for business aircraft owners. Covers physical damage to aircraft (hull coverage) and liability for passenger injuries or third-party property damage. Designed for corporate jets, charter operations, and flight schools, with customizable limits that reflect aircraft value and operational complexity.
Aviation General Liability
Liability protection for aviation businesses against third-party claims. Covers bodily injury or property damage occurring at airports, FBOs, or maintenance facilities. Addresses risks excluded from standard commercial policies, including aircraft ground operations and customer interactions at aviation businesses.
Risk Control
Customized risk management solutions for aviation operations. Includes safety protocol development, claims analysis, and loss prevention strategies tailored to specific aviation niches like flight training, aerial application, and maintenance facilities. Helps reduce incidents and insurance costs through proactive safety measures.
Premium Audit Services
Comprehensive premium audits for aviation insurance policies. Ensures accurate rating based on actual operations, payroll, and aircraft usage. Conducted by experienced auditors familiar with aviation business models including seasonal variations in charter operations and flight school utilization.
People
Bennett Goldblum
President
Aviation insurance leader with 4,000+ flight hours and multiple industry designations. Developed tailored insurance solutions for aviation businesses through his expertise in underwriting and risk management.
Steve DiSerio
Senior Aviation Underwriter
10+ years underwriting aviation exposures including hull, liability, and commercial general liability policies. Former FBO manager with FAA commercial pilot certification and instrument rating.
Cindy Hoskins
Senior Underwriter
47-year aviation insurance veteran with executive experience in underwriting. Specializes in general aviation policies while maintaining active involvement in disability support organizations.
Trae Luker
Underwriter General Aviation
2023 graduate with aviation management degree and firefighting experience. Focuses on light aviation risk assessment while combining business strategy with operational safety considerations.
Sharon Meeds
Internal Premium Auditor
18-year premium auditing specialist with accounting background. Provides detailed policy audits while maintaining client relationships through transparent financial analysis and reporting.
Questions
What aviation businesses do you insure?
We cover FBOs, MROs, municipal airports, charter operators, flight schools, and aviation manufacturers with specialized insurance programs.
Do you offer workers' compensation for aviation businesses?
Yes, we provide workers' comp coverage tailored to aviation risks including aircraft maintenance, flight instruction, and airport operations.
What's included in aviation hull coverage?
Physical damage protection for aircraft including engines, avionics, and airframe components against risks like collision, fire, and weather events.
How do I submit an application?
Brokers can submit ACORD applications with aviation supplements through our underwriting team or contact Jamie Stern for referral.
Do you insure corporate aircraft?
Yes, we offer hull and liability coverage for corporate jets, turboprops, and executive aircraft with customizable policy limits.
What risk management services are available?
We provide safety program development, claims analysis, and loss prevention strategies specifically designed for aviation operations.
