airplane tail numbers

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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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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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…

the myths and misconceptions about aircraft cost

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…

Aircraft Registration

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…

Private Aircraft

Preparing to Fly Internationally on a Private Aircraft

Exploring a new country is on most people’s bucket list. It’s easy to obtain a plane ticket and fly on a commercial flight, but when it comes to private flights the process may become a little more complicated. Some of the many things you should remember about flying internationally on a private aircraft are the…

Facts about Airplane Registration

Little Known Facts about Airplane Registration

Airplanes are one of the most recent forms of transportation. By that same token, airplane registration became mandatory more recently than most people might think. For example, according to the FAA, registration of an airplane didn’t become mandatory until the “Civil Aeronautics Act of 1938.” At that time, in their words “provided for recording of…