Aircraft Affidavit
What this document covers
The Aircraft Affidavit is a legal document required for asserting ownership of an aircraft, especially in cases where the aircraft was constructed from miscellaneous parts or from a kit. By providing detailed information about the aircraft, including its identification number, model, and construction details, this affidavit serves to verify the authenticity and legal claim of the owner, distinguishing it from other aircraft-related forms often used for registration or sale.
What’s included in this form
- U.S. Identification Number: A unique identifier for the aircraft.
- Builder's Name: The name of the individual or entity that built the aircraft.
- Model and Serial Number: Specific details about the aircraft's model and its unique serial number.
- Class of Aircraft: Identifies the type of aircraft (e.g., airplane, rotorcraft, glider).
- Engine Type and Count: Information about the engine(s) installed, including type and quantity.
- Operational Use: Indicates whether the aircraft was built for land or water operation.
- Ownerâs Declaration: A signed statement confirming ownership and the method of construction.
- Notary Public Signature: Required to officially witness the affidavit.
Common use cases
The Aircraft Affidavit is necessary in scenarios where an individual or business claims ownership of an aircraft, particularly if it was assembled from various parts or a kit. This form is often used during the registration process, when obtaining insurance, or when applying for financing for the aircraft. It is essential for owners who need to demonstrate lawful ownership to potential buyers, lenders, or regulatory agencies.
Who should use this form
- Aerospace engineers or companies that manufacture aircraft from kits.
- Private aircraft owners looking to declare ownership.
- Individuals who have built an aircraft from miscellaneous parts.
- Persons involved in aircraft transactions requiring proof of ownership.
Instructions for completing this form
- Identify the aircraftâs U.S. Identification Number and complete the fields with the builder's name, model, and serial number.
- Indicate the class of the aircraft and specify the type and number of engines installed.
- Determine whether the aircraft is built for land or water operation and fill in the number of seats.
- Check the appropriate box to declare how the aircraft was constructed and provide additional documentation, if necessary.
- Sign the form as the owner, and ensure that a notary public witnesses the signature to validate the affidavit.
Is notarization required?
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Typical mistakes to avoid
- Incomplete or inaccurate U.S. Identification Number.
- Failing to clearly indicate the method of aircraft construction.
- Omitting required signatures or not having documents notarized.
- Providing incorrect or outdated personal information for the owner.
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Trust is confidence in the honesty or integrity of a person or thing. An example of trust is the belief that someone is being truthful. An example of trust is the hope a parent has when they let their teenager borrow a car.
An aircraft trust is set up to give the airplane ownership to a trustee who meets the FAA registration requirements on behalf of the true owner. In the trust, the true owner is known as the trustor or trust beneficiary. The title and registration are held in the trustee's name.
Registering Your Aircraft To register an aircraft send the following to the Aircraft Registration Branch: an Aircraft Registration Application, AC Form 8050-1. evidence of ownership (such as one or more bills of sale) the $5.00 registration fee made payable to the Federal Aviation Administration.
Remove the original aircraft registration certificate with the owner's name on it from the aircraft. Remove any FCC radio station license with your name on it (if there is one). Provide all logbooks and records on the aircraft (as agreed upon) to the buyer.
A trust is an entity that is separate from the trustor, or creator of the trust.Trustee: a person or persons designated by a trust document to hold and manage the property in the trust.
Owner trusts are a commonly used method to register aircraft in the U.S. on the FAA registry. Under a trust relationship, the trustee holds legal title to an aircraft for the benefit of a third party, often known as a trustor or beneficiary.
To change the registration number of your aircraft, send a letter requesting the assignment of a different number to your aircraft. This letter must describe the aircraft by the: name of the manufacturer. model designation.
A Non-Citizen Corporation - lawfully organized and doing business under the laws of the U.S. or one of the States as long as the aircraft is based and primarily used in the U.S.
Remove the original aircraft registration certificate with the owner's name on it from the aircraft. Remove any FCC radio station license with your name on it (if there is one). Provide all logbooks and records on the aircraft (as agreed upon) to the buyer.
