Who must obtain a general aviation fuel tax license?
You must obtain a general aviation fuel tax license if you deliver aviation fuel into either the supply tank of an aircraft or the bulk storage tank of someone who will put the aviation fuel into the supply tank of an aircraft [sec. 78.56, Wis. Stats.]. Persons who want a fuel license must hold a Business Tax Registration (BTR) Certificate [sec. 73.03(50), Wis. Stats.]. The BTR certificate and general aviation fuel license are issued by the Excise Tax Section in Madison, (608) 261-6435. There is no charge for the fuel license. However, there is a one-time $20 charge for the BTR certificate. The certificate is renewable every two years for $10. The BTR certificate and general aviation fuel license are valid until canceled by the licensee or revoked by the Department [sec. 78.57, Wis. Stats.]. A person need only obtain one BTR certificate regardless of the number of licenses or permits held with the Department. Security required – The Department may require persons who are responsible fo
