Why Now Is the Time to Buy an Aircraft: The 100% Tax Deduction Advantage

Written By Mackayla Melendez

If you’ve been thinking about buying an aircraft, whether it’s your first plane, an upgrade, or something to put to work, there’s never been a better time than right now. Thanks to a powerful tax incentive called 100% bonus depreciation, you may be able to write off the entire cost of the aircraft in the first year.

Yes, even if you finance it.

What’s Bonus Depreciation?

Under current tax law (Section 168(k) of the IRS code), qualified aircraft used for business purposes can be depreciated 100% in the year they’re placed in service. Even a 4 seater, C-172/182 can be a business write off.

That means:

  • Buy a $2M aircraft

  • Use it 50% or more for business

  • Deduct up to $2M from your taxable income this year

For many buyers, this can translate to hundreds of thousands in tax savings.

Why Now?

The 100% deduction begins phasing out after this year:

  • 2025: 100% deduction (last year!)

  • 2026: 60%

  • 2027: 40%

  • 2028: 20%

  • After that: gone

So if you want to take full advantage, your aircraft needs to be purchased and placed in service by December 31, 2025.

At Mack Aero LLC, I’ll help you:

  • Source the right aircraft

  • Coordinate pre-buy, inspection, and paperwork

  • Work with an aircraft Tax Pro to structure the deal

  • Get the aircraft in service before year-end

Ready to Take Advantage?

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to buy a plane, this is it. The 100% tax deduction won’t be here next year. Let’s get the process started now, so you don’t miss out.

Call or text me anytime: (305) 318-4764
Email: info@mack-aero.com

Mackayla Melendez