CAN AUTOGYROS / GYROPLANES BE IMPORTED INTO INDIA?
Yes, autogyros can be imported, but as an individual or a company you shall have to pay a Customs Duty of 24% on the cost of the Super Genie, to import it into India. Of course a complete exemption on Customs Duty can be availed, but only under either of the following conditions – Aircraft imported by flying schools for instructional purpose are completely exempted from Customs Duty of 24% but in case the flying school opts to sell such imported aircraft (within whatever period), no Customs Duty shall be charged only to the extent that it is sold to another flying school for instructional purpose, but if the same is sold to any individual or company, such sale would essentially attract a Customs Duty of 24% on the original price of the aircraft, which the purchaser of the aircraft shall have to pay to the Government of India; or If any aircraft is imported under the NSOP (Non Scheduled Operator’s Permit), the importer can avail the benefit of 100% exemption on Customs Duty (aircraft un
