Identification and Registration Marking Advisory Circular

Flashcards covering the key terminologies and definitions from the Advisory Circular on Identification and Registration Marking as per U.S. FAA regulations.

Advisory Circular (AC)

A document providing information on regulations and compliance measures, in this case regarding identification and registration marking.

N-number

An identifier unique to each aircraft, where the letter prefix indicates the country of registration; for the U.S., it is 'N'.

Fixed-pitch wooden propellers

Propellers that do not require a fireproof marking method according to revised regulations in this AC.

Nationality and registration marks

Marks required to identify the nationality and registration of aircraft.

Production approval holders (PAH)

Entities or individuals approved for production of aircraft, engines, and propellers under regulatory standards.

Identification data

Data required to be displayed on identification plates for aircraft, engines, and propellers as specified in regulations.

Fireproof marking requirements

Requirements that ensure identification plates withstand heat associated with fire, applicable to certain aircraft components.

Manufacturer's name

The name of the builder or company responsible for constructing the aircraft, engines, or propellers.

Builder's serial number

A unique number assigned by the builder to identify each individual aircraft or component.

Type Certificate (TC)

A certification issued by aviation authorities affirming an aircraft design meets safety standards.

Production Certificate (PC)

A certificate that allows the holder to produce aircraft, engines, or propellers under a validated design.

Applicable regulations

The specific parts of the 14 CFR (Code of Federal Regulations) mentioned in the AC relating to identification requirements.

Aircraft registration

The official recording of an aircraft's details by relevant authorities, giving it a unique identifier.

Change identification plate information

Modification of required identification data on an identification plate compliant with FAA-approved data.

Removable category placard

A temporary marker indicating 'limited,' 'restricted,' or 'experimental' status on aircraft.

Electro-optical instruments

Devices used to verify legibility of external markings, including N-numbers on aircraft.

Exhibition aircraft

Aircraft operated in specific contexts, such as airshows or film productions, where standard markings may be waived.