Piper Aircraft has appointed British European Aviation Group (BEA) its exclusive dealer for the UK, Ireland, and the Channel Islands. These territories represent some of the most active private aviation markets in Europe, according to the Vero Beach, Florida-based aircraft manufacturer.

Based at Wycombe Air Park, which is 40 minutes from the center of London, BEA provides airfield management, private and professional pilot training, aircraft sales, management and maintenance, engineering, and aircraft charter. The company was founded in 2010.

“As the exclusive leasehold owners of Wycombe Air Park, BEA has 24/365 access to a general aviation-friendly airfield that is ideally situated near London,” said BEA CEO Sean Brown. “Additionally, with BEA’s experience as a current owner of six Piper aircraft, the company is…positioned to guide, support, and provide a unique airplane management package that will assist current and future Piper customers through the selection, purchasing, and operating phases of ownership."

Piper vice president of sales, marketing, and customer support Ron Gunnarson added, “The company's reputation, knowledgeable personnel, and five strategic locations throughout the UK provide an ideal foundation for expanding sales of new Piper airplanes in this region.”