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pilot_tolip

27th November 2018 10:53

Buy or leasing a helicopter?

In your opinion, from a business perspective, is it better to own or lease a helicopter? I intend to become an owner-pilot operator. This would be to offer services such as charter and aerial work. I'm sure there are VAT and other tax implications which would be great to hear. What are the pitfalls to either owning or leasing a helicopter? Does it depend on whether the engine is a piston v turbine? Does the answer depend on the purchase price or manufacturer (e.g. AW109 or R66)? Look forward to hearing your thoughts and wisdom.

Fenestron8

27th November 2018 12:50

I was once wisely told...

If it floats, flies or f*cks..... RENT IT

Works for me...:O

Bravo73

27th November 2018 13:13

Quote:

Originally Posted by pilot_tolip (Post 10321642)

I intend to become an owner-pilot operator. This would be to offer services such as charter and aerial work.

Are you planning on having an AOC?

pilot_tolip

27th November 2018 16:00

At this stage unsure about an AOC, but possibly. Will be taking advice on this.

ROTORVATION

27th November 2018 20:24

Hi Pilot Tolip

I’ve sent you a PM.

Kind regards,

pilot_tolip

28th November 2018 09:29

Hi Rotorvation, thanks for the PM. Have replied. Thanks

nigelh

28th November 2018 19:25

Having done both over the last 40 years I would say stay away from the aoc route !!! It will cost you more than you make . Having said that , I’m not sure you can lease or own and fly yourself . Get your clients to lease the aircraft and you manage it all and do the flying .

pilot_tolip

29th November 2018 09:40

Great advice from everyone. Thanks

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