Do It Yourself: Tips for Selling Your Car

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Thinking of selling your car privately?  According to Kelley Blue Book, "Selling a car on your own can seem complicated, troublesome and even, sometimes, scary. As a result, most people choose to trade in their cars to a dealer rather than sell privately, thus taking a hit on the transaction price. But private-party sales don't have to be difficult, and will often result in higher transaction prices than trade-ins." The editors at KBB put together 10 steps that zero in on exactly what you need to know with helpful links to determine a price.

1.  Fully assess your car's condition.
"It's important to know the condition of your car before setting a sale price. Kelley Blue Book offers a Condition Quiz that can assist you and can be accessed from within the Private Party Value section of our web site. After assessing your car's condition, you'll feel more confident deciding on an acceptable, and reasonable, price. The Kelley Blue Book Private Party Value can be used when setting your price but, remember, only you know the condition of your car and only you can best judge if any flaws might warrant a price cut. It's also very important to be brutally honest with yourself about your car's condition. Generally, sellers tend to over-rate their cars' conditions, and buyers tend to be fairly good at spotting problems. Therefore, if you over-rate it, and thus over-price it, you'll only prolong the time it takes to make a sale. Remember, the idea is to sell the car and, even if you accept a lower price than you might like, it will still likely be more than you would have made on a trade-in. 

Do not decide that you "need" to get a certain amount for the car if that amount you "need" is more than the reasonable market value. That will just mean you'll never sell it. The buyer doesn't care how much you need. Remember; your car is in the market, competing with every other car in the market, and it is the market, and the market alone, that determines a fair and reasonable price.

You may also want to do some homework before showing the car to a potential buyer. If you were a dealer, you would give the vehicle a certain amount of preparation before putting it on the lot for sale, and you would do this preparation in order to get a better price. The same principle applies when selling your car to a private party. You may not want to spend a lot of money on your car just to sell it, but you do want it to look presentable and, just as important, you want to avoid unpleasant surprises while showing it to potential buyers.

2. Pretend to be the Buyer
Before you show your car to a buyer, look at it as if you were interested in buying it for yourself. Look for scratches and dings. Are the tires in decent condition, do they all match and are they wearing evenly all of the way across the treads? Start the car and operate all the knobs, switches and controls. Does everything work? How about the lights, the turn signals, the wipers, the sound system, the power windows? Does the air conditioning and heating system work in all modes and blow hot and cold air? Try everything. Many people, for example, don't know if their cars' rear windows work because they've never used them, and don't know if the brake lights work because they never see them. If something doesn't work properly, either fix it or accept the reality that it will reduce your price."

Read more here:http://www.kbb.com/car-advice/car-selling/step-1-communicating-with-potential-buyers/

Can't find the title to your vehicle? A duplicate can be done at FooteWork within minutes. We also have notaries on staff who can notarize your vehicle title if you are in the process of selling.  Let us help you sell your car and transfer title quickly and easily. 

At FooteWork, we can handle all of your vehicle needs and transactions are completed in about 15 minutes! Come see us at one of our three offices in Prescott, Prescott Valley, and Williams. 

 

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Get the Best MPG Possible with What You Drive Now!

Who wouldn't love to get one of the latest efficient cars to save money at the pump but that is not an option for most people.  Instead, there are some great ways to get the best millage possible with the car you drive now. Consumer Reports did a thorough report on fuel economy using a fuel meter and came up with valuable tips to improve your MPG as well as debunking some commonly thought myths about gas consumption.  According to CR, "Tests with a Toyota Camry and other vehicles show there are ways to minimize what you spend at the pump with your current car.

Drive at a moderate speed

This is the biggest factor. You may have to be a little patient, but driving at 55 mph instead of 65 or 75 will save you money. When we increased the Camry's highway cruising speed from 55 mph to 65, the car's fuel economy dropped from 40 mpg to 35. Speeding up to 75 mph cost the car another 5 mpg. One reason is that aerodynamic drag increases exponentially the faster you drive; it simply takes more fuel to power the car through the air.

Drive smoothly

Avoid hard acceleration and braking whenever possible. In our tests, frequent bursts of acceleration and braking reduced the Camry's mileage by 2 to 3 mpg. Once up to speed on the highway, maintain a steady pace in top gear. Smooth acceleration, cornering, and braking also extend the life of the engine, transmission, brakes, and tires.

Reduce unnecessary drag

At highway speeds, more than 50 percent of engine power goes to overcoming aerodynamic drag. So don't carry things on top of your vehicle when you don't have to. Installing a large Thule Cascade 1700 car-top carrier on our Camry dropped its gas mileage from 35 mpg to 29 at 65 mph. Even driving with empty racks on the car reduces its fuel economy.

Don't use premium fuel if you don't have to

If your car specifies regular fuel, don't buy premium under the mistaken belief that your engine will run better. The only difference you'll see is about 20 cents more per gallon. Most cars are designed to run just fine on regular gasoline. Even many cars for which premium is recommended will run well on regular. We have found that the differences are imperceptible during normal driving. Check your owner's manual to find out if your engine really requires premium or if you can run on other grades.

Minimize driving with a cold engine

Engines run most efficiently when they're warm. In our city-driving tests, making multiple short trips and starting the engine from cold each time reduced fuel economy by almost 4 mpg. Engines also produce more pollution and wear faster when they're cold. When possible, combine several short trips into one so that the engine stays warm.

Keep tires properly inflated

The Camry experienced a 1.3 mpg loss in highway fuel economy when the tires were underinflated by 10 psi. More important, underinflated tires compromise handling and braking, and wear faster. And they run much hotter, which can lead to tire failure. Check the pressure of your vehicle's tires at least once a month with a tire gauge. The owner's manual explains how to do it.

Buy tires with lower rolling resistance

A tire's rolling resistance can add or detract another 1 or 2 mpg. In our tire ratings, look for high-rated tires with low rolling resistance. They generally won't cost more, and replacing a worn tire could save you more than $100 a year in fuel.

Avoid idling for long periods

Think of it this way: When you're idling, your car is getting zero miles per gallon. When we let a Buick Lucerne, with a V8, idle for 10 minutes while warming up, it burned about an eighth of a gallon of gas. A smaller engine would probably burn less, but idling still adds up over time. As a rule, turn off your engine if you expect to sit for more than about 30 seconds. An engine warms up faster as it's driven anyway."

Read more: http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/2012/01/fuel-economy-save-money-on-gas/index.htm

Also remember to combine errands and avoid unnecessary trips whenever possible. Conveniently located, FooteWork has three offices in Prescott, Prescott Valley, and Williams. We can handle all of your vehicle needs and most transactions take under fifteen minutes! Fast! Friendly! FooteWork!

Safety Tips in the Summer Heat: Keeping Your Tires Cool

Consumer Reports: Summer Heat and Tire Safety

Summer is definitely here with record breaking heat across much of the county.  In Arizona, the heat can be blistering for your tires and dangerous.  According to Conusmer Reports, "Hot weather exacerbates heat build-up and weakens the tire, potentially leading to abrupt and sometime catastrophic failure. On a hot 90-degree day at our track, surface temperatures easily exceed 150-degrees. Think about what your tires are experiencing while you're enjoying the drive in a cool air-conditioned car."  With temperatures currently above that in most of Arizona, there are some important tips that can keep your tires cooler and you and your passengers safer.

"For example, just having your tires properly inflated will go a long way to avoiding such failures. Tire pressure is the life-blood of any tire; An under-inflated tire generates more heat due to excessive sidewall flexing, adversely effecting handling and fuel economy. Also, the tires will wear out faster.  The key here is using the correct inflation pressure. Based on our experience and a number of industry surveys, most tires are not inflated correctly. Those that are under-inflated are typically the result of no or infrequent pressure checks. However, some consumers go the other way when they over-inflate their tires using the sidewall rating—that's the maximum pressure and the not service pressure as defined by the vehicle manufacturer, which is typically listed on a driver's door jamb placard."

Important tips from Consumer Reports:

• Inflate the tires to the recommended setting outlined on the tire information placard found most often on the driver's door jamb and/or the vehicle owner's manual.
• Check the tires monthly. Tires will typically lose up to 1 psi per month, and pressure drops about 1 psi for every 10-degree drop in air temperature.
• Buy a good tire gauge. It's also a good idea to buy a portable compressor that works off of your car's power outlet; these are available in many auto parts stores. 
• Tires also lose air to common punctures, so if you find you're always adding air to one particular tire, it might have a slow leak. Have it checked out at a service garage.

Source:http://news.consumerreports.org/cars/2012/08/tips-to-keep-your-car-tires-cool-amid-damaging-summer-heat.html

Remembering to keep and eye on your tires while enjoying the summer heat can help avoid blowouts and improve your millage.  At FooteWork, we are looking out for you!  Fast, Friendly, FooteWork!

Prescott Antique Auto Club 38th Annual Car Show this Weekend at Watson Lake!

This weekend, August 4th & 5th 2012, is the Prescott Antique Auto Club 38th Annual Car Show, Parts Exchange, and Old Engine Fire-up at Watson Lake. There will be vintage motorcycles and cars for sale too!  If you have a 1987 or older vehicle you want to show, there is no pre-registration!

At FooteWork, you can get a historical plate for your car or motorcycle. If your vehicle is 25 or more years old, It qualifies!

http://arizonacarshows.com/

Cool Watercraft: Ride Like a Dolphin....

Check out this cool watercraft that will have you feeling like a dolphin...or a shark!  

Don't spend time waiting in line when you can be having fun on the water this summer.  At FooteWork, we handle all types of boat, ATV and OHV paperwork. Come see us at one of our three offices in Prescott, Prescott Valley, and Williams, Arizona!  

Oversize, Overweight Vehicle Permits at FooteWork

Did you know you can get a Oversize, Overweight Permit for your vehicle at FooteWork?

The Class A Oversize, Overweight permits are issued for vehicle and load combinations that are within specific size and weight limits. The load must be non-reducible. The Class A permit is issued for a single trip or thirty days. Class A permits are issued only for travel on state routes. The following eligibility criteria must be met before issuing a Class A permit: Non-reducible Specifically described load Width of vehicle and/or load is 14 ft or less Height of vehicle and/or load is 16 ft or less Length of vehicle and/or load is 120 ft or less Combined weight of vehicle and/or vehicle combination is 250,000 lbs or less If load projects from side of vehicle and load is 12 in or more deep, the projection must not exceed 3 ft on either side If load projects from side of vehicle and load is less than 12 in deep, the projection must not exceed 2 ft on either side Permit may not be used to routinely transport legal loads on over width trailers Vehicle must be currently registered for 80,000 lbs Other special permits you can obtain through us: Single Trip Permits Envelope Permits Registration or Use Fuel Permits Class C Permits/Approvals  Call us at 928-635-2006 for more information or come see us at one of our three offices in Prescott, Prescott Valley, and Williams.  At FooteWork, we can handle all of your vehicle needs and transactions are completed in about 15 minutes! Fast! Friendly! FooteWork!

Prescott Valley Balloon Festival is This Weekend: What Do You Know About Hot Air Balloons?

FooteWork is proud to be a sponsor of the Prescott Valley Annual Balloon Festival happening this weekend, June 16th and 17th.  If you are looking for something fun to do this Saturday and Sunday, this is it!  A great way to celebrate Father's Day too!

Did you know that hot air ballons and the pilots who fly them are regulated by the FAA just like other aircraft?  Do you know what 'glow' refers to?  Here are some interesting facts about hot air balloons from the Prescott Valley Balloon Festival website:

When do hot air balloons fly? Hot air balloons generally fly during the morning and late afternoon. Balloons rely on air currents for speed and direction and require stable (calm to 7 knots in a predictable direction) to maintain safe operations. The Phoenix area usually has 300 days of good weather for flying.

Where do hot air balloons fly? Hot air balloons can fly practically anywhere. Balloons are registered aircraft and are under the authority of the FAA, who also owns the airspace above buildings and events.

How tall and wide are hot air balloons? Standard shape balloons are approximately 85 feet tall and 65 feet wide.

What are hot air balloons made from? The fabric part of the balloon, called the envelope, is constructed of coated rip-stop nylon, similar to the material that parachutes are made from. The basket is constructed of primarily of wicker. Wicker is light, strong, and resilient to incidental damage.

What type of fuel is used? Liquid propane is used to heat the inside of the balloon.

How long have balloons been around? Hot air balloons are the oldest type of flying, having been invented in France in 1782. Not until the late 1960s did the new era of ballooning arise with the new materials and designs.

Are balloons regulated? Hot air balloons are regulated by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), just like airplanes. Like other aircraft, balloons require yearly safety inspections by an FAA authorized repair station.

Are balloon pilots regulated? Balloon pilots are licensed and regulated by the FAA.

What is a balloon glow? Heating the air inside the balloon with propane-fueled fire causes the balloon to glow brightly. During a daytime flight, this effect is usually not seen, but during evening glows, the effect is stunning.

What is a balloon tether? A tether is when the balloon does not fly freely, but is tied to the ground with a number of 100 to 150-foot ropes. While being tied off, the balloon can take passengers up into the air without flying away from the designated spot.

Among the many events, there is 'Balloon Glow' Saturday night and helicopter rides both Saturday and Sunday given by Guidance Aviation. There will also be a car show, carnival, beer garden, and arts & crafts. Go to the Prescott Valley Balloon Festival website for a schedule and map of the events. Hope you can join us for the 2012 Prescott Valley Balloon Festival!  It will be uplifting! 

Come see us at our FooteWork Prescott Valley or FooteWork Prescott office for any of your vehicle needs!

Get Ready For Summer: Vehicle Safety and Maintenance Check List

Summer is almost here!  It's a good time to do some routine checks of your vehicle before taking a trip and it's easy to do it yourself. About.com's Auto Repair section has some very useful how-to links:

Radiator Flush: The coolant in your radiator doesn't last forever. Over time it can break down and start to corrode the inside of your radiator. This can lead to cooling problems and radiator repair. A radiator flush once a year is cheap insurance against radiator repairs.

Replace Your Air Filter: You should replace your air filter twice a year, so now's a good time to get that 5-minute job out of the way.

Tire Checks: Summer traveling could mean driving in the rain. The tread on your tires must be adequate for rainy weather or you could end up in a ditch, or worse. Checking the tread depth on your tires take one minute. While you're at it, you should check your tire pressure, too.

Replace Your Windshield Wipers: Winter weather can be brutal to your windshield wipers, making them almost useless if you get caught in a summer rain shower. Replace them at the beginning of the summer and you won't have to worry.

Inspect Your Brakes: It's a good idea to inspect your brakes twice a year just to be sure everything is up to snuff. Car safety should always be a top priority. Go ahead and check your brake fluid while you're at it.

Check Your Battery: Corrosion is very likely to build up during winter weather driving. Check your battery posts and cables to ensure you'll have no starting problems.

Check Your Headlights: Sometimes you don't notice that you have a bulb out. Now's a good time to take a look to see if you need to replace a headlight bulb. Not only is it unsafe to drive with one headlight, you can get a ticket!

Source: http://autorepair.about.com/od/seasonal/a/summerize.htm

Also important is checking your oil every 3000 to 5000 miles. Keeping the oil from getting too low preserves the life of your engine. Checking the fuel filter is also recommended but might be better done by professionals.  Changing a clogged fuel filter can increase your vehicle's fuel economy and performance which is wise before heading out on a long road trip!

It's essential to bring lots of water when traveling, especially when driving through the desert. Also, it's a good idea to travel with an roadside emergency kit.  Check out this checklist from Consumer Reports:

http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/2012/03/roadside-emergency-kit-what-to-carry-with-you/index.htm

We hope you have a safe and fun Summer!  Come see us at one of our FooteWork offices, located in Prescott, Prescott Valley, and Williams, Arizona for any of your auto, RV, motocycle, OHV, boat, or aircraft title and registration needs.  We also do Level 1 Inspections to check vehicle ownership both on and off site and abandoned vehicle, towing and salvage yard inspections as well as many more motor vehicle services.  

Happy Summer!

The Difference Between A Moped and A Motor-Driven Cycle

A question we often get at FooteWork: What is the difference between a moped and a motor-driven cycle and what are the licensing requirements?

Moped - A bicycle -human-powered vehicle (with pedals)

• Has a 50 cc or less helper motor 
• 1.5 hp or less braking power 
• Rated at maximum top speed of 25 mph (on a flat surface with less than a one per cent grade)
• Any class of driver license can be used to operate a moped
• A moped must be registered, but a vehicle title is not issued
• Emissions testing is not required 
• Vehicle liability insurance is required

Motor-driven Cycle - A motor scooter and motorcycle

• Has a 50 cc or higher motor
• Manufactured to exceed 20 mph
• Rated at 5 hp or less
• Not more than three wheels in contact with the ground
• Includes motor scooters rated at 5 hp or less
• A motorcycle license or endorsement is needed to operate any motor-driven cycle
• A motor-driven cycle must be both titled and registered 
• Emissions testing is not required 
• Vehicle liability insurance is required

Whether you own a moped, scooter, motorcycle, car, OHV, airplane, boat, commercial vehicle, or RV,  FooteWork provides complete full service vehicle registration and title services. Footework is your one stop vehicle registration office!  Licensed and bonded, FooteWork processes your title work while you wait.  For a nominal service fee, you'll leave our office with a new title, registration or license plate in as little as 10 minutes.  Come see us!

Jerry Hokenson, U.S. Marine Vet, Wins at FooteWork Auto License and Title Service of Prescott

FooteWork customer Jerry Hokenson, a U.S. Marine Veteran and resident of Prescott, has won the TOMTOM GPS giveaway contest with the most votes in the "Why do you love Prescott Photo Contest".

On a regular basis, FooteWork runs online promotions through the FooteWork Facebook page and during this contest, Jerry Hokenson won hands down with the most votes with the entry pictured right. The submission included caption:

"Why I Love Prescott by Charity Hokenson
Hello! This is me Charity. On the top is a picture of me when I lived in Surprise, AZ. I am soooooo hot and uncomfortable. My Dad had to shave off all of my beautiful coat. I am embarrassed!

The bottom picture is of me in my new home in Prescott, enjoying a beautiful, cool snowy day. My coat can now be beautiful again! 

PS if I win, I will give the "Tom-Tom to my Mom and Dad, Jerry & Trudy Hokenson."

Be looking for another promo from FooteWork soon on FooteWork Facebook 

Congrats Jerry, Trudy and Charity Hokenson!

Another Happy FooteWork Customer!

Emma at our Prescott Office...another happy FooteWork customer!

Check out all our services at http://www.footework.com/services.html!

Arizona's Centennial Plate Wins Best License Plate In US!

Arizona's beautiful Centennial License Plate celebrating the 100th year anniversary of Arizona's Statehood was awarded first place in the United States by The Automobile License Plate Collectors Association.

“I am pleased to announce that the Great State of Arizona is this year’s recipient of ALPCA’s Best Plate Award,” said ALPCA President Greg Gibson. ALPCA members worldwide were asked to vote based on two judging criteria: the overall attractiveness of the license plate design and its legibility as a tool for public safety and law enforcement. “Congratulations to the residents of the Grand Canyon State, Governor Jan Brewer and to the license plate design team in Phoenix,” stated Gibson. ALPCA’s Best Plate Award Coordinator Gus Oliver said “Many of the members commented about the combination of boldness and simplicity of this plate. I knew it had an excellent chance of winning the moment I first saw it.”

Read more here:

http://www.azdot.gov/CCPartnerships/News/NRel3189.asp

Come into one of our three FooteWork offices today and show your love for our great state by getting the beautiful Arizona Centennial plate!

The Best Campgrounds in Arizona...

Grand Canyon South Rim Near Mather Campground

Arizona is known worldwide for it's amazing geographical beauty.  It also has wonderful campsites to enjoy the beautiful outdoors now that Spring is here!  Whether you have an RV or enjoy sleeping in a tent, there are many great sites in Arizona to consider.  Here are the top 25 campgrounds according to Tripleblaze.com:

1.	Beaver Creek	Coconino National Forest, Arizona
2.	Kaibab Lake Campground	Williams, Arizona
3.	Grand Canyon National Park	Grand Canyon, Arizona
4.	Navajo National Monument	Black Mesa, Arizona
5.	Lockett Meadow	Flagstaff, Arizona
6.	Rock Crossing	Clints Well, Arizona
7.	Burro Creek	Nothing, Arizona
8.	Cunningham Campground	Safford, Arizona
9.	Bright Angel Campground	Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona
10.	Riggs Flat Campground	Safford, Arizona
11.	Shannon Campground	Safford, Arizona
12.	White Horse Lake Campground	Williams, Arizona
13.	Clints Well	Clints Well, Arizona
14.	Knoll Lake	Clints Well, Arizona
15.	Potato Patch	Camp Verde, Arizona
16.	White Spar	Prescott, Arizona
17.	Hot Well Dunes Recreation Area	Safford, Arizona
18.	Cholla Campround	Tonto Basin, Roosevelt Lake, Arizona
19.	Hannagan Campground	Alpine, Arizona
20.	Glen Canyon National Recreation Area	Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, Arizona
21.	Mogui Group	Clints Well, Arizona
22.	Arcadia Campground	Safford, Arizona
23.	Hospital Flat Campground	Safford, Arizona
24.	Soldier Creek Campground	Safford, Arizona
25.	Mather Campground	Tusayan, Arizona

To access more info on each campsite and to see all 100 top Arizona campsites go to:

http://www.tripleblaze.com/best/?c=57

For a camping checklist of what to bring see:

http://www.lovetheoutdoors.com/camping/checklists.htm

Whether traveling near or far, it is important to keep all your vehicle paperwork current. We can quickly and easily help you with registration and renewal, transfer of title, lost licence plates, vehicle / driver records, level 1 inspections, temporary permits and much more.  We handle RVs, Boats, and OHVs (Off-Highway Vehicle) too!  Come see us at one of our three FooteWork offices today!
Happy camping!

Roadtrip!

Northern Arizona has some of the most beautiful scenery in the world.  Take a roadtrip and explore our great state.  See link for 10 great scenic drives in Northern AZ to take this Spring and Summer:

http://www.arizonascenicroads.com/northern/nothern_index.html

Safe driving!

Aviators: FAA Accepting Only Electronic Medical Certificates After October 1, 2012

Cessna Mustang

If your FAA medical certificate is coming up for renewal or you are in the process of becoming a pilot, the FAA just announced that as of October 1, 2012,  it will no longer accept paper applications and everyone will be required to complete the application online.

According to the Federal Register public announcement on March 8, 2012, "The Federal Aviation Administration is providing public notice regarding its intent to discontinue use of the paper version of FAA Form 8500-8, the application form used to apply for FAA medical certification. Maintaining FAA Form 8500-8 for applicants to complete manually is burdensome not only in terms of the cost involved, but also in terms of the complex logistics and use of Agency resources involved. This burden becomes all the more compounded when the form must be revised, reprinted, and redistributed (worldwide). The FAA launched an on-line FAA Form 8500-8 application known as ``FAA MedXpress'' beginning in 2007. Since 2007, ``FAA MedXpress'' has evolved considerably, streamlining FAA medical certification into a much more efficient and seamless process, thereby rendering the paper process both redundant and obsolete. Discontinuing print of FAA Form 8500-8 will save considerable resources and improve the efficiency of the airman medical certification process. "


View the complete Federal Register announcement here>>:


http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2012-03-08/html/2012-5655.htm


To complete your medical certificate online via FAA MedXpress click here>>:


https://medxpress.faa.gov/

While we can't give you a medical certificate, we can handle your aircraft registration quickly and easily at one of our FooteWork offices. Come see us! Clear skies!

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Why do you LOVE Prescott? WIN a TomTom GPS!
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Important Aircraft Registration and Re-Registration Facts for Arizona Aircraft Owners

Did you know that a third of all aircraft are inaccurately registered?  Because of these inaccuracies, there is a new process in place that really affects aircraft registered before October 1, 2010.  According to the FAA, "About one-third of today's 357,000 registered aircraft have inaccurate records. At least 100,000 of these are not expected to re-register. Prompt reporting of a change in aircraft ownership, mailing address, or destruction has long been required by registration regulations. Without these reports from the owners the aircraft records could not be updated. The Registry has revoked registrations due to unreported changes; however, this process is slow and expensive. In many cases registration would be revoked, but owners whose notices were undeliverable would be unaware and continue to operate their now unregistered aircraft."-source: http://www.faa.gov/licenses_certificates/aircraft_certification/aircraft_registry/reregistration/


"These improvements will give us better knowledge about the state of the aviation industry, especially general aviation," said FAA Administrator Randy Babbitt. "We also are responding to calls from law enforcement and other government agencies for more accurate, up-to-date registration data."

Basically, aircraft registered before October 1, 2010 have a specific re-registration dates over a three year period that takes place from October 1, 2010 to December 31, 2013 to renew and update their information.  Six months before your expiration, the Registry (Aircraft Registration Branch) will mail information to the owner that identifies the re-registration expiration date and the three month window to which comply before expiration.  It is important that they have the correct address and most likely many will need to be proactive to find out this relevant information.  All aircraft registered on or after October 1, 2010 have three years before their expiration date which is shown on their current paperwork.


Aircraft Re-Registration Schedule

If the Certificate was issued in:	The certificate expires on:	The owner must apply for re-registration between these dates, - to allow delivery of a new certificate before expiration.
Marchof any year	March 31, 2011	November 1, 2010	and January 31, 2011
April of any year	June 30, 2011	February 1, 2011	and April 30, 2011
May of any year	September 30, 2011	May 1, 2011	and July 31, 2011
June of any year	December 31, 2011	August 1, 2011	and October 31, 2011
July of any year	March 31, 2012	November 1, 2011	and January 31, 2012
August of any year	June 30, 2012	February 1, 2012	and April 30, 2012
September of any year	September 30, 2012	May 1, 2012	and July 31, 2012
October of any year	December 31, 2012	August 1, 2012	and October 31, 2012
November of any year	March 31, 2013	November 1, 2012	and January 31, 2013
December of any year	June 30, 2013	February 1, 2013	and April 30, 2013
January of any year	September 30, 2013	May 1, 2013	and July 31, 2013
February of any year	December 31, 2013	August 1, 2013	and October 31, 2013

To check the accuracy of your aircraft's registration go to: http://registry.faa.gov/aircraftinquiry/nnum_inquiry.aspx.  

CONTACT FOOTEWORK, WE ARE AIRCRAFT OWNERS TOO!
Bottom line, the process may be a bit confusing.  For all Arizona Aircraft Owners who have questions or need assistance, feel free to call FooteWork.  Our staff is poised to assist you with ADOT and FAA issues.  Clear Skies!