Pilot and aircrew tax

Pilots and cabin crew often have more complicated tax affairs than most employees. Allowances, overseas duty, multiple employers and time spent abroad can all affect what you owe and how it should be reported. Our Aviation Tax Consultant, Gina Jones, works with flight crew to get it right.

Who we help

• Airline pilots and first officers

• Cabin crew and pursers

• Contract and freelance pilots

• Crew employed by overseas airlines or based abroad

Common tax questions for flight crew

• Flying and subsistence allowances: how they are taxed and what should appear on your tax return.

• Work expenses: reviewing which costs may be claimable, such as professional subscriptions on HMRC’s approved list.

• Time spent abroad: how the Statutory Residence Test applies if you spend significant time outside the UK.

• Foreign income: making sure you don’t pay tax twice on the same income where a double taxation agreement applies.

• Self Assessment: preparing and filing your return accurately and on time.

How we can help

We review your payslips, rosters and allowance statements, explain what is taxable, and prepare your Self Assessment return. If something has been missed in previous years, we can help you put it right with HMRC.

Talk to an aviation tax specialist

Every situation is different. Book a free consultation and we’ll talk through your circumstances, with no obligation.