
About Us
Where Integrity Meets Experience.
ClearBlue Aero was founded on the principle that buying or selling an aircraft should be straightforward, transparent, and rewarding — guided by brokers who truly know aviation.

Our Story
Our Story
ClearBlue Aero provides quality, honest, and safe aircraft sales and brokerage services to the general aviation community. Established in 2014 by aviation veterans with a passion for connecting pilots with the right aircraft, we are based in Florida and serve buyers and sellers across the country. We specialize in single-engine, twin-engine, and turboprop aircraft, with deep expertise in both factory and experimental types.
As a veteran-owned business, we apply the same discipline, attention to detail, and commitment to mission success that defined our service careers to every aircraft transaction we handle. Our experienced staff are pilots and aircraft owners just like you. We understand the process from both sides of the deal and deliver professional, efficient, and easy-to-understand sales and purchase experiences that save you time and money.
From appraisals and targeted marketing through to closing, our team has you covered. We maintain strong industry connections and a proven ability to match the right aircraft with the right buyer, bringing strong opportunities to the table and maximizing successful outcomes. With the combined strengths of Beechcraft Buyers and Gardner Aircraft Sales now under the ClearBlue Aero umbrella, your search just got easier. Whether you are buying your first aircraft, stepping up to a turboprop, or selling an estate aircraft, we provide the expert guidance and personalized service you deserve.

John Secord
Founder & Principal
About Our Founder
John Secord
Founder & Principal, ClearBlue Aero Aircraft Sales
"As an aircraft owner, professional pilot, and veteran, I built ClearBlue Aero to bring discipline, transparency, and genuine aviation expertise to every aircraft transaction we handle."
John Secord is the founder and principal of ClearBlue Aero and Avigint, Inc., and principal of Beechcraft Buyers. A proud disabled military veteran with 20+ years of experience in both general aviation and professional airlines. An ATP and Commercial-rated pilot, John has accumulated thousands of hours across a wide range of factory, experimental, and transport-category aircraft, including his last on the B767 & B757. A passionate aircraft owner and active pilot, John combines hands-on enthusiasm for general aviation with the discipline of professional crew operations. His expertise spans aircraft acquisition, brokerage, and consulting, making him a trusted guide for buyers and sellers navigating the aviation private and corporate markets.
In addition to his aviation accomplishments, John is a dedicated husband to an airline pilot and a proud father and grandfather. Together with his family and supported by a highly professional and experienced aviation team, he brings a personal passion for aviation that drives ClearBlue Aero's commitment to exceptional client service, integrity, and long-term relationships in the aviation community.
What Drives Us
Our Values
Expert Knowledge
As pilot-brokers, we bring hands-on aviation experience to every transaction — not just sales experience.
Integrity First
We represent our clients' interests with complete transparency and honest guidance throughout every deal.
Personal Service
We're not a high-volume operation. Every client gets direct access to an experienced broker from first call to closing.
Pilot Operated
We fly what we sell. Our brokers are active pilots who understand aircraft from the cockpit perspective.
Work With Us
Let's Find Your Aircraft
Reach out and let's talk about your aviation goals. We're here to help.
