Why Professionals Are Leaving the Competition and Choosing AEX
After 40 years of stagnation, the aircraft parts trading industry deserves a modern platform. These are the real problems professionals face daily — and how we solve them.
6 Months
Free for new sellers
48h
Seller verification time
0%
Commission on all deals
What Industry Professionals Face Every Day
THE PROBLEM
Competitors charge $15,000/year
ILS and AerTrader demand high annual subscriptions before you list a single part — even if you sell nothing.
AEX SOLUTION
Free for 6 months. Pay only when you sell.
THE PROBLEM
No documentation — no trust
Competitors list parts without airworthiness certificates or maintenance history. Buyers purchase blind.
AEX SOLUTION
Every part carries visible, verified FAA/EASA certifications.
THE PROBLEM
Unverified sellers
Anyone can list on ILS with zero verification. Thousands of failed deals due to fraudulent vendors.
AEX SOLUTION
Every seller goes through a verification process + transparent rating system.
THE PROBLEM
Platforms stuck in 2005
Browsing AerTrader feels like using an old flight booking site. No smart filters, no images, no details.
AEX SOLUTION
Modern experience with advanced filters, images, and full specifications.
THE PROBLEM
Parts and charter markets are separate
You need one site for spare parts and another for charter flights. Brokers juggle 5 different platforms.
AEX SOLUTION
Aircraft parts + private charter flights in one unified platform.
THE PROBLEM
Zero rating transparency
No rating system exists on ILS or AerTrader. You don't know a seller's reputation before the deal.
AEX SOLUTION
Real reviews from verified buyers for every seller.
AEX vs. The Competition
| FEATURE | AEX | ILS | AerTrader |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Listings | |||
| Seller Verification | |||
| Visible FAA/EASA Certs | Partial | ||
| Seller Rating System | |||
| Private Charter Market | |||
| Advanced Search Filters | Limited | Limited | |
| Modern, Fast Design | |||
| Multi-language Support |
From Those Who Left the Competition
"We were paying $12,000/year to ILS and selling only 3–4 parts. On AEX, we sold the first 3 parts in two weeks with zero fees."
Klaus Weber
Aerolution MRO GmbH
Frankfurt, DE
"The documentation transparency changed everything. Buyers now trust us without lengthy negotiations."
Ahmed Al-Rashid
Gulf Wings Aviation
Dubai, UAE
"The only platform that combines spare parts and charter flights. We saved three separate subscriptions."
Sarah Mitchell
Apex Aircraft Dismantling
Atlanta, US
Our Standards
We enforce strict documentation and verification standards on every transaction — because aviation safety is non-negotiable.
FAA Form 8130-3 Required
Every part listed must carry a valid FAA Form 8130-3 or EASA Form 1 airworthiness release document.
Vendor Verification Process
All sellers undergo identity verification, license checks, and document review before their first listing goes live.
Dubai / DIFC Jurisdiction
AEX operates under UAE commercial law with full compliance to GCAA (General Civil Aviation Authority) regulations.
ASA Membership
Aviation Suppliers Association membership application in progress.
GCAA Advisory
Formal advisory relationship with UAE General Civil Aviation Authority under review.
EASA Form 1 Enforcement
We enforce EASA Form 1 documentation on all listed parts — applying EASA standards without claiming official certification.
Industry Advisory Board
Recruiting senior aviation professionals from FAA, EASA, and GCAA for governance oversight.
Simple. Fair. Built for Aviation Professionals.
Avinode charges up to $2,119/month just for access. AEX gives you more — for less.
STARTER
- Up to 5 active listings
- 0% transaction commission — ever
- Standard search visibility
- FAA/EASA cert upload
- Email support
Save up to $1,620/month vs. Avinode's entry plan ($740/mo) — with more features and a dedicated aviation marketplace.