Aviation Insurance

What Aviation Insurance does

Gallagher Aviation Insurance is a service division of Arthur J. Gallagher & Co (AUS) Limited, the Australian subsidiary of Arthur J. Gallagher & Co (NYSE: AJG), a globally listed insurance brokerage and risk management firm. The division provides specialised aviation insurance coverage in Australia, serving aircraft operators (commercial airlines, regional carriers, fixed/rotary-wing operators, private owners), glider enthusiasts, aviation ground operations (MROs, ground handlers, refuelers), drone/UAV operators, and individual pilots.

Its core product suite comprises five lines: Aircraft Insurance (hull and liability), Glider Insurance, Aviation Liability Insurance (premises, hangarkeepers, products liability), Drone Insurance (liability and hull for commercial and recreational UAVs), and Pilots Loss of Licence Insurance (portable coverage for Fixed Wing and Rotary Wing pilots with accidental death benefits). The offering addresses both in-air and on-ground risks, including third-party bodily injury, property damage, passenger injury, baggage loss, and cargo liability.

The business operates as an insurance brokerage, earning commissions from multiple insurers by arranging tailored coverage for clients. Distribution is sales-led through direct broker outreach, a corporate website with 'Connect with us' CTAs, and a dedicated phone line (1800 240 432). Pricing is quote-based and customized per client risk profile. The division leverages local Australian presence backed by Gallagher's global network across the Americas, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Middle East, and Africa, which provides capacity access and cross-border placement capabilities.

Name

Aviation Insurance

Legal name

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co (AUS) Limited

Website

https://aviationinsurance.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Gallagher Aviation Insurance is the Australian aviation insurance brokerage division of Arthur J. Gallagher & Co (AUS) Limited, part of NYSE-listed AJG. It arranges tailored hull, liability, drone, glider, and pilot loss-of-licence coverage for aircraft operators, MROs, and pilots across Australia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aviation Insurance

NAICS

Insurance Agencies and Brokerages (524210), Agencies, Brokerages, and Other Insurance Related Activities (5242)

SIC

Insurance Agents, Brokers & Service (6411), Fire, Marine & Casualty Insurance (6331)

akta.pro primary industry

Specialty Insurance Brokerage (Marine, Aviation, Cyber, Professional Lines) (FSAEADAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Private Aviation Insurance & Financing/Leasing Services (THABAFAM)

Keywords

• Aviation insurance brokerage
• Aircraft hull insurance
• Aviation liability coverage
• Drone insurance coverage
• Pilot loss of licence

Headquarters

HQ city

North Sydney

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Insurance Brokerage Commissions: Gallagher arranges aviation insurance coverage for aircraft operators and earns commissions from insurance providers. As an insurance broker, they work with multiple insurers to find suitable coverage for clients' specific needs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Gallagher's Aviation Insurance is an insurance brokerage service that arranges specialized aviation insurance coverage for aircraft operators, pilots, drone operators, and aviation ground service providers in Australia. The offering spans hull insurance, third-party and passenger liability, baggage and personal belongings, cargo liability, premises/hangarkeepers/products liability, accidental death, and pilot loss-of-licence benefits, distributed through dedicated aviation-specialist brokers.

Product overview

Gallagher's Aviation Insurance is a suite of specialised insurance products offered by Arthur J. Gallagher & Co (AJG) in Australia, covering both commercial and private aviation sectors. The core aviation portfolio includes five primary products: Aircraft Insurance, Glider Insurance, Aviation Liability Insurance, Drone Insurance, and Pilots Loss of Licence Insurance. These products are designed to address risks both in the air and on the ground, providing coverage such as hull insurance, third-party liability, passenger bodily injury, baggage loss/damage, and cargo liability. Related offerings include Transport and Logistics Insurance, Corporate Travel Insurance (SmartProtect brand), and Physical Assets Insurance, which extend Gallagher's insurance expertise to broader business protection needs. The overall offering is characterised as tailored risk management advice and insurance solutions delivered by aviation insurance specialists.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Gallagher Aviation Insurance: Specialized aviation insurance products and risk management services including aircraft insurance, glider insurance, aviation liability insurance, drone insurance, and pilots loss of licence coverage

Products and services

• Aircraft Insurance Comprehensive insurance coverage for aircraft owners and operators, including hull insurance and liability coverage for third party bodily injury and property damage. Designed for international and regional airlines, commercial fixed or rotary-wing aircraft operators, and private aircraft owners.
• Glider Insurance Specialised insurance coverage for glider enthusiasts and recreational gliding pilots, including hull insurance, liability insurance for third party bodily injury and property damage, bodily injury to passengers, and loss of or damage to baggage and personal belongings of passengers.
• Aviation Liability Insurance Liability coverage for MROs, ground handlers, aircraft refuelers, and airside aviation activities, including premises liability, hangarkeepers liability, and products liability. Designed for aviation ground operations businesses.
• Drone Insurance Specialised insurance coverage for both commercial and recreational drone operators, including liability and hull insurance for UAVs used in aerial photography, videography, surveying, and inspections.
• Pilots Loss of Licence Insurance Policy covering lump sum and/or monthly benefits for Fixed Wing and Rotary Wing pilots in the event of bodily injury or illness resulting in loss of medical certificate. Portable policy with no lapse in cover when changing employers, and includes accidental death coverage.
• Transport and Logistics Insurance Insurance for fuel, transport, freight and logistics businesses, including tailored truck, fleet, or general transport insurance. Offered by Gallagher with more than 30 years of experience in the sector.
• Corporate Travel Insurance (SmartProtect) Flexible corporate travel insurance coverage for businesses and their staff, offered under Gallagher's SmartProtect brand.
• Physical Assets Insurance Insurance coverage for physical assets including buildings, machinery and materials, providing confidence for businesses to grow.

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves3 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Lockton: Lockton operates a specialty aviation insurance practice serving corporate, commercial, and private aviation clients with bespoke brokerage solutions. It is a direct competitor in the aviation insurance brokerage space, particularly for complex and high-value accounts.
• Mars: Marsh operates a global Aviation Insurance practice that brokers hull, liability, and specialty coverages for airlines, operators, and airports. It is the most direct global competitor to Gallagher's aviation insurance brokerage in Australia and similar markets.
• Aon: Aon's Aerospace practice provides aviation insurance brokerage and risk advisory services worldwide, including hull, liability, and crew coverages. It competes head-to-head with Gallagher's aviation unit for large commercial aviation and aerospace clients.
• Acrisure: Acrisure has built a substantial aviation and aerospace insurance brokerage practice through M&A, providing hull, liability, and products coverage globally. It is a direct competitor to Gallagher's aviation insurance brokerage in Australia and APAC.
• WTW (Willis Towers Watson): WTW's Aerospace insurance broking business places aviation hull, liability, and product recall coverage for airlines, manufacturers, and operators globally. It is a top-three direct competitor to Gallagher's aviation insurance brokerage.
• Alliant Insurance Services: Alliant operates an Aviation specialty group that provides risk management and insurance brokerage for airlines, MROs, and private operators. Comparable to Gallagher's aviation unit in its mix of commercial and private aviation clients.
• Hub International: Hub International provides aviation insurance brokerage services through its Transportation and Aviation specialty teams, arranging hull, liability, and crew coverage for operators across North America and select international markets. It competes with Gallagher for mid-market and SMB aviation clients.

Emerging players

• Global Aerospace: Global Aerospace is a leading aviation insurance underwriting pool that provides hull and liability products to aviation clients through broker distribution. While it sits in the carrier/MGA layer rather than pure brokerage, it competes for the same Australian aviation risks Gallagher's brokers place.
• Hover Insurance (Australian Drone/Aviation broker): Hover Insurance Brokers is an Australian specialist in aviation and drone insurance, focusing on commercial UAV and general aviation clients. It is an emerging specialist competitor, particularly in the drone insurance segment where Gallagher also competes.

Regional players

• Avion Insurance: Avion Insurance is a specialist Australian aviation insurance broker providing hull, liability, and pilot coverages for Australian aircraft owners and operators. It is a directly comparable regional specialist competing for the same Australian aviation clients.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/Gallagher_AUS
• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/ArthurJGallagherAustralia
• Facebookfacebook.com/aviationinsuranceaus
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/aviation-insurance-brokers-of-australia-pty-ltd
• Instagraminstagram.com/gallagher_australia

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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