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You may have never imagined the day would come where you have the opportunity to buy an airplane. When you were a child, you thought about what it would be like to fly, and as you got older, studied flying and got your license, part of your lifelong dream came true. Now you are in…
If you have a passion for flight, owning your own plane is a great way to indulge in the luxury of cruising the skies on your own. It goes without saying, though, that owning and piloting an airplane is a considerable responsibility. For starters, getting your pilot’s license will require a lot of hard work…
A “Certification of Airworthiness” may sound a bit redundant: after all, isn’t every kind of aircraft registration a certification of airworthiness? However, this particular kind of certification is very important. In fact, it’s one of the basic reasons that the Aircraft Registration Branch of the FAA exists. As they say on their site, one of…
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…
When you get on an aircraft as a passenger, if you’re like so many of us, you probably have a carry-on. Inside this carry-on, you could have some kind of “travel” toiletries and other products. The idea behind these is that, should you need them, you’ll have everything you need all in one place. You…
Owning an airplane has been one of the greatest experiences of your life. You go out and pilot your plane as much as you can to enjoy the skies, and you have done so since the day the aircraft became yours. Just like everything else in life, there are things you need to remember to…
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…