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Old 6th Jul 2002, 08:07
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Importing a helicopter to the UK

Does Anyone know about the issues involved in taking one from the U.S. back to the U.K.? I know that shipping will be about 15k USD. Can I fly it as 'N' reg or will it have to be CofA'd in the UK? If it stays 'N' reg, will there be restrictions on using it for commercial gain or leasing it to a school? Would VAT be due immediately or are there schemes to get around it, like with boats? Or maybe UK prices aren't that different and it's not worth it...?

'spose I could just stay in the U.S. instead but I've been out here for 5 years and my Mummy misses me..

Thanks to all for your ongoing advice - I appreciate it and will stop bugging you with questions as soon as I figure out what the %#* to do next in the pursuit of this strange but burning desire I have to fly professionally!

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