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Our consultants bring deep industry knowledge in operations, regulations, safety protocols, market trends and best practices.
Aircraft Consulting & Sales · Ottawa, Canada
Experts in aviation.
Our mission is to promote aviation management and maintenance excellence through trusted services, support and resources, for airports, aviation businesses, agencies, associations and operators buying, leasing or maintaining regional aircraft.
45+Years in aviation
6Aircraft models available
AME · FCCLicensed engineer
100%Independent advice
32+years with Canadian North / First Air
Who We Are
Your trusted aviation consulting partner
Danan Aviation Consulting is an industry leader in aircraft consulting and maintenance, specialising in helping operators achieve excellence in their operations.
Aircraft owners, operators and equipment manufacturers rely on us to resolve aviation's toughest, most challenging issues, from avionics and engines to airframes and full regulatory compliance.
- Avionics: navigation & communication systems, RVSM, TCAS, EGPWS, testing & inspection.
- Engines: condition assessment, borescope inspection and maintenance-program guidance.
- Airframes: modifications, wiring, structural and continuing-airworthiness support.
Our Benefits
Discover the Danan Aviation advantage
From selecting and acquiring the right aircraft to keeping it compliant and airworthy, we support the full lifecycle of your fleet.
Operational Efficiency & Cost Reduction
We offer recommendations to enhance efficiency, streamline workflows and reduce your operating costs.
Regulatory Compliance & Safety
We conduct audits, develop safety management systems, provide training programs and assist with obtaining necessary certifications.
Risk Assessment & Management
We conduct risk assessments, develop safety management systems and help implement safety protocols and emergency response plans.
Aircraft Selection & Acquisition
We thoroughly assess your requirements, budget and operational needs to recommend the most suitable aircraft options.
Maintenance & Asset Management
We help develop effective maintenance programs, select reliable providers and optimise schedules to minimise downtime and maximise availability.
Aircraft for Sale / Lease
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Featured aircraft available now
For Sale / Lease
De Havilland DHC 8-Q400
Highest-capacity regional turboprop. Seats 82 – 90 · Range 1,362 nm (2,522 km).
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For Sale / Lease
ATR 72-600
The most fuel-efficient regional aircraft. Seats 72 (standard) · Range 758 nm (1,403 km).
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Bombardier DHC 8-Q300
Dependable, comfortable, proven. Seats 50 – 56 · Range 982 nm.
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Fokker 50
Exceptional fuel economy and cost savings. Seats 46 – 50 · Range 1,100 nm.
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Why Choose Danan
Experience that de-risks your investment
A commercial aircraft is a major commitment. Our independence means our only agenda is your success: technically, operationally and financially.
- Aircraft licence applications & regulatory compliance
- Safety Management Systems & maintenance programs
- Aircraft appraisals, selection & disposal
- Operational audits & insurance reviews
45+Years of combined experience
6Regional aircraft models
2Airlines served at senior level
10+Type endorsements held
Ahmed Ali
Founder & CEO
AME LicensedFCC LicensedAvionics Engineer
Meet the Founder
Four decades in the hangar and the boardroom
Ahmed Ali brings over 32 years with Canadian North Airlines (formerly First Air), where he served as Maintenance Supervisor and Coordinator for Avionics, plus 14 years with Somali Airlines as an Aircraft Maintenance Line Avionics Engineer.
Trained at Lufthansa Technik in Frankfurt and Centennial College in Toronto, Ahmed holds a valid Canadian Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) License and an American FCC License, with type endorsements across Fokker, Boeing, ATR and Airbus fleets.
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Insights & Resources
Guidance from the flight line
Aircraft Insight
Bombardier DHC 8-Q400
Why the highest-capacity turboprop may be the right fit for efficient, reliable regional operations.
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Buyer's Guide
Before Purchasing a Commercial Aircraft
A practical due-diligence checklist: budget, financing, type, hangars, crew, insurance and legal counsel.
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Maintenance
Why Conduct a Bridging Check?
Bringing a new-to-you aircraft into your fleet? Here's how to protect airworthiness and avoid costly surprises.
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Tell us what you fly and where you want to grow. We'll help you make the right call, with no obligation.