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Products Liability Insurance for Aviation Manufacturers

Aviation products and parts manufacturers face some of the most significant products liability exposure in any industry — a defective component that contributes to an aircraft accident can result in catastrophic bodily injury claims and multi-million dollar verdicts. Whether you manufacture airframes, engines, avionics, or aftermarket parts, Grandbay places products liability programs through Lloyd's and specialist aviation markets that address the long-tail exposure of aviation manufacturing.

Who We Serve
Airframe ManufacturersEngine & Propulsion ManufacturersAvionics ManufacturersAftermarket Parts SuppliersMRO Parts DistributorsAviation Component ManufacturersPMA Parts Manufacturers
Specialized Coverage

Purpose-Built Programs for Aviation Products & Parts Manufacturers

Aviation products and parts manufacturers face some of the most significant products liability exposure in any industry — a defective component that contributes to an aircraft accident can result in catastrophic bodily injury claims and multi-million dollar verdicts. Whether you manufacture airframes, engines, avionics, or aftermarket parts, Grandbay places products liability programs through Lloyd's and specialist aviation markets that address the long-tail exposure of aviation manufacturing.

Why Grandbay
Aviation products liability specialists
Lloyd's & specialist aviation markets
Long-tail completed operations coverage
FAA compliance expertise
Product recall coverage
PMA & aftermarket parts programs
A-rated aviation products carriers
Coverage Programs

What We Cover

Aviation Products Liability

Coverage for bodily injury and property damage claims arising from defects in aviation products and components.

Completed Operations

Long-tail coverage for claims arising from products that have been sold and installed in aircraft.

General Liability

Premises and operations coverage for manufacturing facilities and distribution operations.

Product Recall

Coverage for the costs of recalling defective aviation products, including notification, retrieval, and replacement costs.

Professional Liability

E&O coverage for engineering and design services provided by aviation manufacturers.

Workers Compensation

Coverage for manufacturing employees, including assembly, quality control, and engineering staff.

Risk Advisory

Key Exposures We Address

Aviation Products & Parts Manufacturers operations carry distinct risks that require specialized coverage strategies. Our team identifies and mitigates the exposures most likely to impact your business.

01
Catastrophic Accident Claims
A defective aviation component that contributes to an aircraft accident can result in catastrophic bodily injury claims and nuclear verdicts.
02
Long-Tail Products Liability
Aviation products can remain in service for decades — products liability claims can arise long after the product was manufactured and sold.
03
FAA Certification Compliance
Aviation manufacturers must maintain FAA production approval and airworthiness certification — violations can result in significant penalties and product liability exposure.
04
Aftermarket Parts Liability
PMA and aftermarket parts manufacturers face significant products liability exposure for components that replace OEM parts.
05
Product Recall Costs
FAA-mandated airworthiness directives and voluntary product recalls can result in significant costs for aviation manufacturers.
06
Supply Chain Liability
Aviation manufacturers can be held liable for defects in components supplied by their vendors and subcontractors.
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Ready to Protect Your Aviation Products & Parts Manufacturers Operation?

Our specialists are ready to design a program tailored specifically to your operations, exposures, and growth objectives.