2026 Tax Year

Own More. Owe Less.

With 100% Bonus Depreciation in 2026!

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act

100% Bonus Depreciation Is Here to Stay

The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” signed in July 2025, made 100% bonus depreciation permanent for qualifying business aircraft. That means aircraft placed in service in 2026 may still qualify for a full first-year deduction of the purchase price. The window for your 2026 tax year closes December 30th.

  1. July 2025The One Big Beautiful Bill Act is signed

    100% bonus depreciation becomes permanent for qualifying business aircraft.

  2. 2026Aircraft placed in service in 2026

    May still qualify for a full first-year deduction of the purchase price.

  3. December 30, 2026The window for your 2026 tax year closes

    Your next aircraft must be in service by this date.

What This Means for Your Business

Potential Tax Benefits

  • 100% first-year deduction

    on both new and pre-owned aircraft

  • Significant cash flow improvement

    through reduced tax liability

  • No depreciation schedule

    to manage over multiple years

  • Possible stacking with Section 179

    for additional savings

Example

A $2.5M business aircraft purchase

Traditional depreciation~$178K first-year deduction
~$178K
100% bonus depreciation$2.5M potential first-year deduction
$2.5M

Potential tax savings Substantial (varies by individual tax situation)

For illustration purposes only. Consult your tax professional for more information.

Eligibility

How Do I Qualify?

Typical requirements include:

  1. 1

    Business use of 50% or more of total flight hours annually

  2. 2

    Aircraft must be acquired and placed in service by December 30, 2026, to count toward your 2026 tax year

Important Considerations

  • Maintaining business use above 50% is essential, and proper documentation is required.

  • Professional guidance is critical. IRS regulations can vary by aircraft and use.

  • Your next aircraft must be IN SERVICE by December 30, 2026.

Ready to Make 2026 Count?

START NOW. The best aircraft go under contract quickly, and year-end closings take time. Browse our inventory at AirMart.com, and allow time for your tax professional to analyze the benefits for your specific situation.

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Next Steps

  1. 01

    Consult with your tax advisor

  2. 02

    Browse our qualifying inventory

  3. 03

    Discuss available aircraft and documentation needs

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Disclaimer: This information is provided solely for educational purposes and does not constitute tax, legal, or financial advice. Tax benefits vary based on individual circumstances and current tax laws. AirMart strongly recommends consulting qualified tax and legal professionals before making aircraft purchase decisions. We are aircraft sales experts, not tax advisors, and cannot offer tax guidance.

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