Q2 2026 Cirrus Market Update

Dear Fellow Cirrus Pilots,

Spring flying season is well underway, and it’s clear that 2026 is off to a very strong start for the Cirrus market. Buyer inquiries, transaction volume, and overall engagement all entered the year with solid momentum. At Aerista, our Q1 transaction volume was up 40% compared to Q1 2025.

That said, we may be starting to see the beginning of a slight slowdown as we move further into the second quarter.

Over the last couple months, net inventory in the preowned Cirrus market has been increasing at a rate of approximately 25 aircraft per month, meaning roughly 25 more airplanes are being listed each month than are being sold. While this is not yet a dramatic shift, it is enough to suggest that some of the broader external pressures may finally be starting to influence the market.

Financial markets remain reasonably supportive of the airplane market overall, but fuel prices are getting everyone’s attention these days. The national average price for 100LL currently sits at approximately $7.80 per gallon. At these prices, leaning the mixture feels less like technique and more like financial planning. Objectively, we all know that fuel prices are a relatively small part of the overall cost of airplane ownership, but at current levels, especially if sustained, there is likely to be at least some reduction in flight activity at the margin.

Pricing and Buyer Behavior

Despite these headwinds, demand for well-positioned aircraft remains healthy. The key market dynamic continues to be straightforward: Correctly priced airplanes sell. Mispriced airplanes sit.

Today’s buyers are informed, disciplined, and highly aware of market trends. Aircraft priced at fair market value continue to generate strong activity and move efficiently. Sellers attempting to hold onto pricing expectations from a stronger market environment are generally experiencing longer days on market and increased price sensitivity from buyers.

We continue to see the bulk of buyer activity concentrated in late-model aircraft, particularly G5 and newer airplanes. Early and mid-model aircraft have experienced more of a slowdown, with buyers showing greater selectivity and longer decision timelines in those segments.

Spotlight: SR20 G6

One segment worth calling out specifically is the SR20 G6, where supply-demand imbalance is more pronounced. Approximately 8% of the fleet is currently listed for sale, compared to what we would consider a balanced market closer to 5%. Additionally, new listings are coming to market at roughly twice the pace of current sales activity.

The result is continued downward pressure on pricing in the G6 SR20 segment, and a more competitive environment for sellers. As with the broader market, aircraft that are priced appropriately are still finding buyers, but pencils need to be sharp to put deals together in this segment right now.

Looking Ahead

The primary question is whether the recent increase in inventory represents a temporary lull in demand or the early stages of a broader market softening. If net inventory continues to build, buyers will naturally benefit from more choices, but that increased supply will place additional pressure on pricing across several segments of the market.

For now, however, the preowned Cirrus market continues to show resilience. Transaction activity remains healthy, and buyers are still actively pursuing quality aircraft. As always, the market rewards realistic pricing, strong presentation, and sellers who adapt quickly to changing conditions.

If you are considering buying or selling a Cirrus this year, we would welcome the opportunity to discuss your specific aircraft and strategy.

Regards,

Chris Eichman

Steve Schwartz

Presidents and Co-Founders