Tax Deductions for Pilots

Some deductions that may be available to pilots include:

• Moisturiser and hair conditioner when used whilst working in abnormal dry aircraft cabins;

• Cost of luggage and luggage trolley;

• Cost of sunglasses (anti-glare);

• Annual licensing certificate;

• Training courses and travel to those courses;

• Meals and accommodation if away from home overnight;

Pilots may also be entitled to general tax deductions that are not work specific, such as investment deductions or car expenses deductions.