Private jet ownership sounds powerful-until you see the burn rate. Fractional ownership offers a smarter path: lower cost, cleaner tax strategy, and no operational headaches. But is it actually worth it here in Australia? Let’s walk through it.
What Is Fractional Jet Ownership?
You don’t buy the whole private jet. You buy a share-typically between 12.5% – 50%.
That gets you guaranteed access, cost-efficient flying, and all the benefits of ownership, without the $5M+ outlay and team management headaches.
What Are the Costs?
- 25% share (e.g. Phenom 100): ~$1.3M + GST
- Fixed annual costs: ~$140,000 + GST
- Occupied hourly rate: $$2,700-3,000/hour (covers fuel, engine and parts programs)
- ✅ No hidden fees. ✅ No quote games. ✅ Just show up and fly.
What About Tax Benefits?
This is where things get interesting.
- Depreciation: Claimable via your structure and accounting team.
- GST Refunds: Depending on your use case, can be significant.
- Revenue Offsets: If the aircraft is used for charter when you’re not flying, you receive monthly distributions.
Who Is This Best For?
- Business owners or investors flying 30+ hours/year
- High-cashflow individuals seeking tax efficiency and time control
- Founders scaling across multiple cities If you’re flying commercial and losing days, or chartering and bleeding margin-fractional is the reset.
Fractional ownership isn’t a flex. It’s a strategy.
You don’t need a full jet.
You need freedom, tax control, and a platform that handles everything behind the scenes.
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