Aircraft Photographer Dave Koch
Elevating Aviation Visuals with Precision, Collaboration, and Award-Winning Vision
I’ve been chasing light since junior high. What started as a darkroom obsession quickly became a full-blown career—decades in the making. From capturing fighter jets roaring down Vandenberg’s runway to crafting sleek, high-end visuals for today’s business jets, my journey as an aircraft photographer has taken me from military bases to luxury hangars, and everywhere in between. This isn’t just what I do—it’s who I am. Every shoot, every click, every composition is the result of years of experience and a lifelong love for aviation and image-making.
When it comes to aviation photography, Aircraft Photographer Dave Koch is a name trusted by brokers, designers, charter companies, and elite clients across the private jet industry. With a career spanning over three decades, Dave brings unmatched professionalism, artistic insight, and technical mastery to every project— from custom interiors of BBJs to twilight ramp shots. Whether it’s a Gulfstream, Global, or Falcon, I know how to showcase it.
As a five-time PFRE Photographer of the Month honoree for luxury real estate and interiors, and three-time Best of State Utah winner for commercial photography, Dave is recognized for his ability to create striking, market-ready imagery that moves people to action. Whether you need visuals that sell, inspire, or simply capture the essence of elite aviation, Dave’s images deliver.
A Trusted Partner in the Private Aviation World
Aircraft Photographer Dave Koch has been documenting aircraft since his early days shooting military aviation at Vandenberg AFB in California. From there, he transitioned to photographing some of the most luxurious private jets in the world. Today, his clients range from aircraft brokers and charter firms to private jet interior designers and aviation marketing agencies.
Dave understands that in the competitive aviation space, first impressions matter. Your website, listings, and digital marketing depend on high-quality images that reflect the caliber of your brand. That’s why he approaches every aircraft shoot with intention—consulting directly with stakeholders, interpreting design goals, and creating visuals that reflect not just the plane, but the story you want to tell.
Award-Winning Craftsmanship
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3× Best of State Utah – Commercial Photography
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5× PFRE (Photography For Real Estate) Photographer of the Month
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Multi-year winner – Utah’s Best Nature Photographer
These honors reflect a commitment to both artistry and professionalism. When you book Aircraft Photographer Dave Koch, you’re not just hiring someone with a camera—you’re gaining a trusted creative partner with proven results and the awards to back them up.
A Photographer Designers and Brokers Trust
Dave’s deep experience with luxury interiors—earned through years of architectural and real estate photography—makes him a favorite among aircraft interior designers. His collaborative approach ensures your designs are portrayed with respect, precision, and visual impact. Dave knows how to capture texture, light, and custom craftsmanship in ways that resonate with your audience.
Aircraft brokers rely on Dave to create high-end imagery that increases interest, drives engagement, and accelerates sales. His aviation marketing visuals are purpose-built to meet your goals—whether that’s for an exclusive sales brochure, a charter campaign, or an aircraft listing that rises above the rest.
Personal Passion Meets Professional Focus
Utah Landscape Photography
Outside the hangar, Dave’s heart belongs to the open skies and the desert landscapes of his adopted home state Utah. A passionate landscape and nature photographer, he spends time exploring the salt flats, red rock canyons, the arches and canyons, and the remote stretches of the Southwest. This connection to light, texture, and composition informs his professional work in the aircraft world. You can see more of this work at my personal Utah landscape photography website. You can also contact me here for a link to my landscape images.
“I love the solitude of the Utah desert… watching the summer sun drop behind the red cliffs, or capturing twilight light dancing across the Bonneville Salt Flats. That same sense of patience and purpose is what I bring to every aviation shoot.”
Ready to elevate your aviation imagery? Contact Aircraft Photographer Dave Koch today to discuss your project.
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