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Florida Aircraft Sales & Use Tax Services | Premium Aviation
Expert Guidance on Florida Aircraft Tax Regulations
Premium Aviation is your trusted Florida aircraft sales tax specialist, helping aircraft owners, dealers, and operators navigate the complexities of Florida's 6% sales and use tax, plus discretionary surtaxes. With over 35 years of international aviation expertise, we specialize in securing Florida aircraft tax exemptions for nonresidents, minimizing liabilities while ensuring full compliance with Florida Department of Revenue (DOR) regulations. Whether you're purchasing, leasing, or importing an aircraft, our tailored solutions save you time and money in Florida's high-stakes aviation market.
Understanding Florida Aircraft Sales and Use Tax
Florida imposes a 6% sales tax on aircraft purchases and deliveries within the state, plus local discretionary surtaxes (up to 2%). The Florida aircraft use tax applies to out-of-state purchases brought into Florida, potentially adding significant costs for nonresidents. However, exemptions exist for qualifying transactions, such as resale, leasing, or temporary use. Our team helps you identify and apply these exemptions to avoid unnecessary taxes, ensuring your aviation operations remain cost-effective and compliant.
Key Florida Aircraft Tax Exemptions
Premium Aviation maximizes your savings through strategic exemption planning. Our services focus on the most common and valuable exemptions:
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21-Day Rule for Nonresidents: Under Florida law, nonresidents can avoid tax if the aircraft is not present in Florida for more than 21 days in any 6-month period. We guide documentation and compliance to qualify.
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Flyaway Exemption: For aircraft purchased out-of-state and immediately flown to another location, avoiding Florida basing for at least 6 months. Ideal for international buyers. (Certain caveats can apply, allowing for trips to Florida).
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Interstate Commerce and Resale Exemptions: For dealers and operators in resale or leasing scenarios, we handle certificates and affidavits to secure tax relief.
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Aircraft Lease Tax Rules: Reduced rates (e.g., 1% of the 6% tax) for leasing arrangements, with proper structuring to meet DOR requirements.
Explore our FAA aircraft ownership trust services for complementary compliance in US registration.
Our Florida Aircraft Tax Services
We offer comprehensive support to handle every aspect of Florida aircraft taxation:
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Tax Exemption Planning: Assess your transaction to identify exemptions and prepare required documentation.
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Audit Defense: Represent you in DOR audits, resolving disputes and recovering overpayments.
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Compliance Consulting: Ongoing guidance for leasing, sales, and use tax filings to prevent future issues.
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Global Coordination: For international clients, we integrate Florida tax strategies with FAA registration and ICAO standards.
Our process is straightforward: initial consultation, exemption application, and post-transaction support—ensuring seamless results.
Benefits of Partnering with Premium Aviation
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Significant Tax Savings: Clients routinely avoid 6%+ taxes through strategic exemptions like the 21-day rule.
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Risk Reduction: Expert audit defense protects against penalties and back taxes.
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Worldwide Expertise: Trusted in regions like Africa and the Caribbean, we handle Florida-specific challenges for global aviation.
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Integrated Solutions: Combine with our FAA aircraft registration services for end-to-end compliance.
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From private owners to commercial operators, we deliver results that keep your aviation plans on track.
Why Choose Premium Aviation for Florida Aircraft Tax?
With a proven track record in international aviation, Premium Aviation stands out as your Florida aircraft tax advisor. Our team's deep knowledge of DOR regulations and FAA integration ensures compliant, cost-effective solutions. Ready to secure your Florida aircraft tax exemption? Contact Our Tax Experts Today.