Is the pilot properly insured when I book a shared flight?

Yes, it is a condition for appearing on Volara. A private pilot must hold an insurance policy that covers carrying passengers on a cost-sharing basis. An operator, in turn, is covered under their certificate.

Why this point deserves attention

Many general aviation policies exclude the carriage of third parties. Without an extension designed for this purpose, it is the passengers who would be flying uninsured, without even knowing it. European law also requires insurance cover for every flight (Regulation (EC) 785/2004).

What Volara checks

For a private pilot, insurance is one of the documents we verify. A cost-sharing listing only stays visible if the pilot is verified and their policy covers shared passengers. Otherwise, the listing disappears.