The Council of Ministers has announced plans to address a proposal that would zero VAT on services involved in replacing defective spare parts for civil aircraft. A formal discussion on this issue is scheduled for Friday, March 17, as part of ongoing government deliberations. The update was issued by the press service of the Government of Russia.
The proposed bill would grant tax relief for work to replace faulty aircraft engines, civil aircraft components, and other parts. The exemption would apply when the replacement involves serviceable engines, spare parts, and components that are intended for repair or modernization of civil aircraft, or the parts that constitute them. In other words, the measure aims to reduce the tax burden on the maintenance and upgrade activities that keep aircraft in safe and compliant operation.
Officials note that the bill will be considered as part of broader amendments to the Tax Code planned for January 2023. These amendments are expected to ease the tax obligations for aviation service companies, potentially accelerating overhaul cycles and encouraging investment in maintenance capabilities. The move is framed as a step to bolster the aviation sector by making postproduction and upkeep more economically viable for operators and service providers alike.
In related developments, the Ministry of Transport previously requested a review of how aircraft identification marks are applied on aircraft. This initiative reflects ongoing attention to regulatory details that affect fleet management, safety oversight, and the efficiency of maintenance procedures across civil aviation in the country.