Required Aircraft Documents

Documents that must be aboard the aircraft:

• Airworthiness certificate
• Registration certificate
• Radio station license — required only for international operations
• Operating limitations (AFM/POH, placards, markings)
• Weight and balance data

See 14 CFR § 91.203 (certificates) and § 91.9 (operating limitations).

Source 14 CFR §§ 91.203, 91.9↗ · checked 2026-08-25