Aircraft Identification
/ˈɛərkræft aɪˌdɛntɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The process or method by which an aircraft is uniquely marked or coded for recognition and regulatory compliance.
The regulations mandate proper aircraft identification for safety and tracking.
- (n.) A legally required system or code that identifies an aircraft by registration number or call sign.
Aircraft identification numbers must be displayed clearly on all civil planes.
Forms
- aircraft identification
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Commentary
Useful to distinguish between technical identification methods and legal registration requirements.
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