Aircraft Registration
/ˈɛərˌkræft ˌrɛdʒɪˈstreɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The official recording and identification of an aircraft by a national aviation authority, assigning it a unique alphanumeric code.
Before flying internationally, the pilot ensured the aircraft registration was current and valid.
- (n.) The legal process and document certifying an aircraft’s nationality and ownership, enabling its operation under aviation laws.
The airline submitted the necessary documents to complete the aircraft registration with the federal aviation agency.
Forms
- aircraft registration
- aircraft registrations
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Commentary
Aircraft registration uniquely identifies and records ownership of the aircraft and is a prerequisite under international aviation regulations; precision in referencing the issuing authority and registration marks is essential in legal drafting.
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