### Question
What is the definition of noncommercial aviation?


### Answer
The definition of **noncommercial aviation** is as follows in *26 U.S.C. § 4041*:

> any use of an aircraft, other than use in a business of transporting persons or property for compensation or hire by air

#### Citation:
  - *26 U.S.C. § 4041*
  - Heading: **Subtitle D-Miscellaneous Excise Taxes > CHAPTER 31-RETAIL EXCISE TAXES > Subchapter B-Special Fuels**

