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Timing the purchase of a business aircraft
The most frequently asked questions lately revolve around the return of 100% bonus depreciation and “timing” the purchase of a business aircraft based on pending tax legislations. For companies that utilize a corporate aircraft for business travels in order to improve productivity and provide better work life balance for key employees – I believe delaying…
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60% Bonus Depreciation for 2025 Aircraft Deliveries:
Place Order by December 31, 2024 Bonus depreciation is scheduled to phase down to forty percent on January 1, 2025. However, if certain conditions are met, the tax code allows 60% bonus depreciation to be taken on 2025 aircraft deliveries. With income tax rates expected to increase, you should consider placing an aircraft order by…
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Closing before September 30 to maximize tax depreciation in 2024
With 100% or 80% bonus depreciation in effect since 2017, mid-quarter convention has not been a relevant topic for tax planning discussions. With bonus depreciation for 2024 acquisition at 60%, it’s a good time to revisit this tax provision that can result in a loss of income tax deductions in 2024. Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System…
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Landon Abrar
We are happy to announce the first recipient of the EAA Aviation Tax Consultants Fred McCarter Scholarship! Originally from Los Angeles, California, Landon Abrar is a devoted first-year San Jose State University student pursuing a degree in Aviation Management. Upon arriving at college, he dedicated himself to getting involved in the aviation community at SKSU and…
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Charitable Flying
Having been involved in the general aviation industry for over two decades, I have always recognized the positive contribution our industry provides to society. Whether it is natural disasters, transporting veterans and ordinary folks needing medical treatments, or pets that need rescued or relocated, pilots and aircraft owners, fixed base operators, and numerous other stakeholders in…
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2024 US Aircraft Expo dates and locations
ATC has been the exclusive aviation tax sponsor and partner of US Aircraft Expo since its inception. In 2024, there will be 8 Expos held across the country, from Portland to Manassas to Scottsdale. In addition to seeing new aircraft on display, you will be able to discuss financing, insurance and tax considerations for your…
News Articles
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Arkansas passes bill to clarify tax responsibility on aircraft for rental, charter or resell
Global Air 2025
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What the House’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ does for aviation & can it survive the Senate?
Global Air 2025
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Recipients of 2024 Public Benefit Flying Awards
NAA – October 2024
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Planning a Jet Delivery? US Sales & Use Tax Tips
NAFA – May 2024
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Optimizing Aircraft Financing: Navigating Tax Benefits and Ownership Structures
NAFA – November 2023