Thank you for info.
As I fly gliders in Europe would anybody know if there is an option to keep
a glider on an "N" number in Europe for a while (year or two)?
Is there an inspection required before getting a registration? Does it has
to be here in the US or can one be done in Europe?

Andy


"chipsoars" wrote in message
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On Mar 2, 2:20 pm, "Andy Smielkiewicz" wrote:
Would anybody know what, if any, import fees/taxes are to be paid on a
new
german build glider imported into USA?
Would one have to pay German VAT on top of factory price?

Andy

No on both counts. Civil aircraft are exempted from duty
restrictions.

If you are working with a dealer like Eastern, they should provide you
with detailed instructions on properly filling out the customs
paperwork and recommend a customs broker. Other than the hassle of
paperwork, it was pretty painless.

It cost us about $300 using Barthco through Port of Wilmington in
03.