Importing an aircraft from SA or USA into UK. Advice?
Hi all!
I'm looking to buy an aircraft (C182/C206/C210, probably), and the most attractive ones at this point in time appear to be in either the USA or South Africa. However, i suspect that nothing is ever easy when it comes to importing the aircraft into the UK...
Are there any folk out there who would be able to share their experience on what to do and (possibly more importantly) what not to do? In particular:
(i) aircraft maintenance programs abroad compared to UK
(ii) import documentation/taxes/fees
(iii) How to obtain a reliable pre-purchase inspection abroad
(iv) process and costs for registering in UK (CoA, registration, etc.)
Any top tips would be gratefully received!
Thanks
rmdr2