REGULATION · GLOSSARY
Segment Fee
A flat per-passenger, per-flight-segment fee imposed by the IRS on domestic US commercial air transportation, indexed annually to inflation.
IN PRACTICE
The segment fee applies in addition to the 7.5% FET. A 'segment' is a single take-off and landing — so a trip with one stopover counts as two segments. The 2026 rate is $5.20 per passenger per segment.
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Frequently asked
What does Segment Fee mean in private aviation?
A flat per-passenger, per-flight-segment fee imposed by the IRS on domestic US commercial air transportation, indexed annually to inflation.
Which authority enforces segment fee?
In the United States, the FAA (under 14 CFR) is the lead authority. In Europe, EASA sets the framework, implemented by national CAAs. Operators flying internationally must comply with the regulation of every state they operate to.
Does segment fee affect the price or availability of a charter?
Indirectly, yes. Regulatory requirements drive operator costs, callout times and route options, which flow through to charter pricing and aircraft availability.
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