Aircraft Refurbishment Project Management
Control the project before the project controls the outcome.
Complex refurbishments involve far more than selecting finishes. Jet Karma represents the owner across scope development, vendor selection, engineering, certification, schedule, cost, workmanship and final acceptance.
What Refurbishment Management Includes
- Project definition and work-scope development
- RFP, proposal and facility review
- Cabin, paint, avionics and connectivity coordination
- Engineering and certification coordination
- Schedule and milestone management
- Change-order and budget tracking
- On-site quality surveillance
- Inspection, punch-list closure and aircraft acceptance
Recent Project Experience
Jet Karma’s refurbishment project management includes real, in-progress work: a Global 7500 floorplan change and Starlink installation, a Global XRS full refurbishment, and a Challenger 604 cabin refurbishment with Starlink installation.
A strong refurbishment plan establishes accountability before the aircraft enters the hangar—not after cost, schedule and scope begin to move.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a private jet refurbishment take?
Timelines vary by scope and aircraft type — a cabin refresh may take a few weeks, while a full refurbishment with floorplan changes can run several months. Jet Karma provides a project-specific schedule during planning.
How much does a private jet refurbishment cost?
Cost depends on aircraft type, scope (cabin, paint, connectivity, floorplan) and completion center. Independent project management helps ensure the final invoice matches the contracted scope.
How should I compare aircraft refurbishment proposals?
Proposals should be compared on scope detail, exclusions, change-order terms and schedule commitments — not price alone. Jet Karma reviews proposals on the owner’s behalf before contracts are signed.
How do I select an MRO or completion center for refurbishment?
Selection should weigh the center’s experience with your specific aircraft type, current schedule capacity, and quality/inspection track record.
What should owners watch for in refurbishment change orders?
Change orders should be reviewed against the original contracted scope before approval — this is one of the most common places cost and schedule overruns originate.
Can refurbishment be combined with heavy maintenance?
Yes — combining scheduled heavy maintenance with refurbishment work is common and can reduce aircraft downtime, but requires coordinated scheduling between maintenance and completion teams.
Does it make sense to refurbish a private jet before selling it?
Sometimes — it depends on projected resale value lift versus refurbishment cost. This is evaluated case by case.