Bonus depreciation can reduce taxes — but it doesn’t reduce the true cost of flying.
Upfront Capital
Tax Strategy
Commitment
Risk Exposure
Operational Control
Low annual membership fee
No bonus depreciation
12-month subscription
None
Concierge-managed
$1M–$10M+ (full or fractional ownership buy-in)
Eligible for bonus depreciation (if qualified)
3–10 year contracts typical
High (depreciation, resale, maintenance)
Owner responsibility or management firm
Key Insight:
FLYT avoids the capital outlay and residual value concerns of ownership while offering comparable aircraft access.
Upfront Capital
Hourly Rate
Ongoing Costs
Resale Value
Category
Exit Strategy
$55,500 Annual Fee
$2,800/hr
Membership only
N/A
FLYT (Light Jet Plan)
Cancel after 1 year
$1M–$10M+ (fractional or full aircraft share)
$6,000–$9,000/hr (varies by type)
Crew, hangar, maintenance, insurance, etc
Aircraft depreciates over time
Fractional or Whole Ownership
Must resell aircraft or share (may take time, subject to market conditions)
Key Insight:
While ownership offers potential tax deductions, the total costs and risks can far exceed FLYT’s transparent pricing.
Tax Write-Off
Liquidity Impact
Administrative Complexity
Time to Realize Savings
Ownership Risk
Up to 100% in Year 1 (if qualified)
Ties up significant capital
High (IRS compliance, usage tracking, recordkeeping)
Only applies if high income offset is needed
Aircraft may depreciate quickly
None
Keeps capital free for investment
None
Immediate cost savings every flight
No ownership, no depreciation risk
Key Insight:
Bonus depreciation is only beneficial if your tax profile aligns — and often comes at the cost of flexibility and capital.
Minimum Commitment
Early Exit Penalty
Resale Risk
Depreciation Exposure
Market Dependency
Typically 3–10 years
Often significant
Must find buyer for aircraft or share
High—value declines over time
Exit depends on resale market
12-month subscription
None after initial term
Not applicable
No exposure
Cancel anytime after term
Key Insight:
Exiting ownership requires time, effort, and market alignment. FLYT lets you walk away without obligation.
FLYT delivers premium aircraft access—without tying up your capital, locking you into ownership contracts, or betting on tax strategies.
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