The 2026 “soft landing” playbook is in flames. As the Iran conflict drives oil past $110/bbl and core inflation hits 3.0%, the Federal Reserve’s anticipated rate-cut cycle has stalled, upending the outlook for everything from mortgages to turboprops. We analyze the record-breaking 2025 GAMA data—4,308 civil shipments and $35.7B in billings—against today’s geopolitical reality. Access the Q2 Acquisition Checklist and learn why market hesitation is creating a unique “Buyer’s Window” for the sophisticated operator.
