What is considered a "flight expense"

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4kitties

What is considered a "flight expense"

Post by 4kitties » Mon Jan 20, 2014 8:25 pm

Are things other than fuel considered to be flight expenses, therefore tax deductible? Landing fees, insurance costs, hanger rental etc.

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Re: What is considered a "flight expense"

Post by staylor4 » Fri Jan 15, 2016 1:20 pm

No. Only the expenses related to that specific flight--fuel, oil, and landing fee if applicable.

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Re: What is considered a "flight expense"

Post by hish747 » Sun May 08, 2016 2:55 pm

What about an hourly engine overhaul expense for those who operate their own aircraft? It seems that should be considered a direct variable expense of the flight.
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Re: What is considered a "flight expense"

Post by talr » Sat Jun 25, 2016 12:04 am

I suggest reading the article attached to this thread. Their answer seems to be a clear "no."

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