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JB Aviation is also experienced and efficient financial and insurance advisors. The value of airplanes and helicopters decreases much more slowly than, for example, cars therefore they are increasingly treated as a safe investment of capital. Obtaining external financing for a purchase in the form of an operating lease, capital lease or leaseback involves signing a contract.  

Unlike cars here, the contract is signed for longer periods and/or with a higher market value, which definitely extends the depreciation period of the object of purchase and is tax advantageous. Monthly lease installments can be flexibly adjusted to the company's financial capabilities. Lease installments can be fully included in tax deductible expenses if the machine is used for business purposes.
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JB Aviaton's team of consultants handles the formalities involved in signing a lease agreement from A to Z, also taking over, among other things, the need to register the aircraft.

Aviation leasing market in Poland

The aircraft leasing market in Poland, has been showing strong dynamics for several years, and this is strictly related to the dynamic growth of interest in aviation. The number of flight schools, pilot licenses granted and the number of registered aircraft are increasing. Significant growth is recorded in the class of small, multi-seat aircraft, which can be used for both tourist flights and business purposes. The number of so-called private jets is also increasing. For businessmen, the airplane or helicopter is becoming an alternative to road transport, thanks to the possibility of fast travel. With the projected development of the aviation industry, the market for leasing means of air transportation also has broad prospects for development. 

Advantages of leasing over credit or cash purchase

Leasing is a great financial instrument for companies planning to purchase an aircraft or helicopter. The advantages of such a solution are; short turnaround time, uncomplicated procedures, as well as tax advantages, since lease installments can generally be fully included in deductible expenses. In the case of aircraft and helicopters, this feature is particularly important due to the long depreciation period. By signing a lease agreement for many years , the lessee obtains significant tax savings, and can use the free funds for business development. In addition, the leasing company, as the owner of the aircraft, participates - usually together with the Supplier - in the process of registering the aircraft and helps with the related formalities. 

Differences in car and aircraft leasing rules in Poland

There are no diametrical differences in leasing cars and aircraft. In both cases, an operating lease or a finance/capital lease can be used. An additional option is a sale-leaseback, where an asset is repurchased from a company in order to finance it for a further period. This is known as a technical leaseback, where the asset is purchased by the leasing company within three months of its purchase. The analysis of higher-value transactions is more complex, but nevertheless the general principles are similar.
The value of aircraft and helicopters falls much more slowly than for cars. This makes it possible to finance air transportation assets for longer periods and/or with a higher residual value. As a result, monthly lease payments do not have to be high and can be tailored to the financial capabilities of the lessee.