Airplane Tail Numbers

All You Need to Know About Airplane Tail Numbers

If you are in the market to purchase a plane–or if you happen to already own one–aviation has probably been a lifelong passion of yours. Since you were a child, you probably studied the different types of aircraft that take to the skies, memorizing manufacturers and models. If you are an especially astute aviation fanatic,…

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How to Get an Aircraft Certificate of Registration Replacement

Sometimes, keeping track of all the paperwork that life entails gets complicated. If you have misplaced your airplane’s registration document, there is no need to panic. You can obtain an aircraft certificate of registration replacement, and the National Aviation Center can help. As an airplane owner and aviator, you understand the responsibilities that come with…

N-Number

What’s the N-Number and How to Get One

If you are reading this article right now, we will assume that it is because, on one hand, you are taking your first steps in the aircraft business, probably about to buy your own airplane or recently having acquired one. On the other hand, by this time you have most likely spent some time on…

Airplane registration

How Long is an Airplane Registration Good For?

To keep track of every single piece of registered aircraft in the US, the Federal Aviation Administration requires updating documentation. Airplane registration is no exception to this rule, and proper compliance with the federal authorities will prove you are a responsible owner. It will also keep you out of trouble and avoid expensive fines. In…

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How to File an Airplane Claim of Lien at Our Website

Attempting to collect on a debt when an aircraft is involved can be a complex and complicated process. If you need to file an airplane claim of lien, understanding how the procedure works are critical. At the National Aviation Center, we can help you in filing your claim and beginning the process of obtaining what…

aircraft tail numbers database

Consulting The Aircraft Tail Numbers Database Online

If you have been fortunate enough to fulfill your lifelong dream of owning your own plane, chances are good that you are a bit of an independent spirit. After all, what is more freeing than navigating the skies on your own in an aircraft that is registered in your name? In that vein of uniqueness…

N-Number

Understanding the N-Number From the FAA

While searching for how to properly register your aircraft you might have encountered the term “N-number”. What is it? Do I have to get one for my plane? Can I choose it? How do I get it? These are just some of the questions you might have thought about once you read the word. And…

register aircraft

What Form Do You Need to Register an Aircraft?

Every plane requires appropriate registration to operate legally. Sure, as time goes by and depending on what are you intending to do with it, forms and applications can vary. But what do you need to register aircraft for the first time? To comply with the Federal Aviation Administration requirements, there are some steps you must…

airplane tail numbers

What Do Airplane Tail Numbers Mean? A 2022 Update

An airplane is a truly remarkable feat of engineering. With all of the mechanical components and design elements coming together to enable flight, planes instill a sense of wonder in individuals of all stripes. One aircraft aspect that you may find yourself curious about in particular are airplane tail numbers. If you have an interest…