- A higher rate of Air Passenger Duty (APD) is payable for certain private jet travel, based on the weight of the aircraft and number of passenger seats.
- At the Autumn Budget 2024, the government launched a consultation on extending the scope of the higher rate of APD to apply to all private jets, regardless of weight or number of passenger seats.
- Timing: the consultation closes on 22 January 2025.
Resources (click to open)
- Reform of Air Passenger Duty for private jets (HM Treasury, consultation, October 2024)