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When you are preparing to register your aircraft there are quite a few regulations and rules to follow and some things you should avoid doing or be aware of. The aircraft certificate of registration is a document that must be renewed every three years. Yet, there are a few things that you might not be…
Making the decision to purchase your own airplane is undoubtedly a big step. Not only will the transaction be one of the most expensive you ever make, but you will have new, significant responsibilities once you own the airplane. Buying a plane new from the manufacturer can be costly, which is why many people look…
Has it always been your dream to own an aircraft of your own? If so, it is probably an ambition you have held since you were a child. Aviation is more than just a passing interest for those who pilot their own aircraft, and you probably know a thing or two about airplanes. Maybe you…
Time management is a critical skill to cultivate. When you have an airplane, you want to devote enough time to fly it, to upkeep, and to make sure that it’s in as good of shape as possible while you get as much out of it as you can. That can take up quite a bit…
If you have ever traveled by airplane, or at least seen one in an airport or film, you surely noticed a couple of words and numbers somewhere over it. These are airplane tail numbers, although they are not specifically set in the tail. Curious, isn’t it? This alphanumeric combination is unique for each airplane, as…
Owning an aircraft is both a significant responsibility and a considerable investment. With such a sizable financial commitment at stake, it is not common to enter an airplane security agreement. If you are in the market to purchase an aircraft, the National Aviation Center can help you understand just what goes into an aircraft security…
Have you ever wondered how different countries handle flights, aircraft re-registration, and other regulations? If so, then we will explore the history and purposes of the International Flight Registry. You will find out why is it important and how it affects the FAA registry and other databases. If you’re not sure about a certain facet of…
Just like you have to make sure that your vehicle’s registration is always in order, you will have to pay particular attention to your civil aircraft register forms so that you can fly in order. Let’s go over what that entails. Civil Aircraft Register & the FAA Although most commonly associated with commercial aviation, the…
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…
The “aircraft registration list” is another name for the FAA database. One question we encounter quite a bit is: “who can register an aircraft?” This might seem like a question with an obvious answer (“the owner of the aircraft”) but it’s actually much more complicated than that. There are actually many laws that are very…