Originally Posted by 4dalulz

Been there done that and I don't "cheat" the system. Don't file the exemption because case law says I would be in violation of the law, even though my base is a city in the US I have set foot in once in the last 20 years, and dont set foot in the US except for training. The IRS, though, feels that's where my tax home is. I'll settle my score when I retire and renounce.

If WG is "basing" someone in BOG, though, the IRS would have a hard time arguing they're not based in BOG, especially if they have nothing to do with the US (properties for instance). Still obviously you'd discuss that with an accountant who can deal with international pilot taxes.

NOTE: Not specifically replying to you, just the rash of posts you and me inspired.