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On Aircraft Initial Registration

One question we tend to get a bit is: “why do I need to register my aircraft?” You’ve got an aircraft, you’ve completed the paperwork, you’ve paid for it, it’s yours – why is this extra step so important? It’s come up enough that we feel we should lay out a blog that states things…

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Register Your Plane With The FAA Using Form 8050-1

You are the proud owner of a new aircraft and want to know where to document the plane so that it is fully protected and registered in the US. Although a growing number of pilots have decided to register elsewhere because the form is too complicated, for most plane owners, it still makes sense to…

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Aircraft Registration Tips (Part 2)

When you’re in the stages of aircraft registration there are more than a few regulations and rules you will want to be aware of. There are also some things you should avoid doing (or at least be aware of) about the certification process. As you may already know the aircraft certificate of registration is a…

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The Myths and Misconceptions About Aircraft Cost

Owning an aircraft can include some significant expenses. Actions such as airplane registration and plane change of address are often too much for first-time owners. However, there is one more thing that’s bigger than the cost – the misconceptions. Contact us for an easy and safe transaction when you intend to buy an airplane. Less…

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The History of the International Aircraft Registry

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…

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What Goes into the Airplane Airworthiness Certificate

One of the things that make aircraft documents so confusing is how similar some of the terms sound. For example, “aircraft registration” sounds just the same as “airworthiness certificate.” After all, the layperson might argue, how can an aircraft be properly registered if the FAA doesn’t believe it’s worthy of being up in the air?…

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Airplane Tail Numbers Explained in Detail

Any pilot could tell you that no two planes are exactly the same. In fact, every plane is just a little bit different from the last. Aircraft registration reflects this, too. That’s why every plane has its own airplane tail numbers. Sure, some of the numbers are similar, but they’re all different – just like…

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Where to Go for FAA Aircraft Registration

If you are looking to purchase an aircraft, either for your personal use or for use as part of your business, you want to carefully consider all your options before making a final decision. A lot will depend on what your budget is and how that fits with new planes available or those for sale…

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Can You Fly Without an Aircraft Registration?

If you own your own plane, you are likely familiar with the aircraft registration process. Chances are good that when your plane was purchased, you submitted a registration to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), along with several other pertinent pieces of documentation. What happens, however, if you forget to renew your registration? Can you still…

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Aircraft Registration by Land, Sea, and Air

“I never have time to fill out my aircraft registration.” “Yes, I know it’s important to have my aircraft registered, but who has the time?” “Tomorrow, I’ll complete the registration for my aircraft. In the morning. First thing. When I get up.” Those are just a few of the excuses that we often hear from…