N number details: size, color, font

[TomH]

Size, color requirements for exterior N numbers and any help with where to order, these are for before paint and DAR inspection. Thanks

[MrNomad]

Experimental a/c need numbers that are 3" and larger.

I am about to order 3" numbers from:

Marilyn
AeroGraphics
800-336-9633

She said: The 3" numbers are $15.00 plus shipping. If we send in the mail the postage will be $4.00.

I have never worked with them before and so I cannot report on the quality.

Barry

[chrispratt]

3" numbers are okay for the RV series. I can't remember the exact FAR but I believe anything with normal cruise under 180 knots can use the 3 inch markings. Above that you need to use 12 inch.

Aircraft Spruce and similar suppliers sell stencils for this purpose. Some have a long lead time so order early. You might order two sets in case you're going to use one pre-paint and then will need another for the paint shop. I think most paint shops will do this for you although if you have a particular syle you like you might want to provide your own stencil.

Chris

[RV6_flyer]

Originally Posted by TomH

Size, color requirements for exterior N numbers and any help with where to order, these are for before paint and DAR inspection. Thanks

Check http://www.rvdar.com/FAR_45.htm

There are links to the FAA FARs in the above summary.

[Mel]

BTW,
Numbers may be 2" on RV-3 since the design is over 30 years old. Also you may exclude the "experimental" placard by placing an X in the N number. i.e. NX168TX. See FAR part 45.22 (b).

[L.Adamson]

Originally Posted by RV6_flyer

Check http://www.rvdar.com/FAR_45.htm

There are links to the FAA FARs in the above summary.

A DAR required a friend of mine to place those 2" Experimental decals under the sliding canopy on each side of the plane (RV9A), as "required" in your link to the FARs.

Seems that most RV's only have the decal on the baggage bulkhead. I wonder what the deal is. In the case of the 9A, it isn't painted, and I don't believe these decals will survive a paint job.

L.Adamson

[Geico266]

One of the benifits of living in a state that starts with the letter "N" is I can use the Nebraska Cornhusker's "N".

http://j.b5z.net/i/u/2048250/i/left_wing.JPG

Yes, the FAA has seen them. No, I did not need to take them off...yet. Yes, I carry spares just in case some rule reg FAA FISDO gestopo type makes me take them off. Yes, I hope we fire the head coach and start over.

[macrafic]

Another twist. Under all circumstances, your N number must be 12" or larger in order to fly into any of the ADIZ areas, no matter what year or type of plane you are flying. You are allowed to display them temporarily, such as with duct tape.

[JHines]

Originally Posted by Mel

BTW,
Numbers may be 2" on RV-3 since the design is over 30 years old. Also you may exclude the "experimental" placard by placing an X in the N number. i.e. NX168TX. See FAR part 45.22 (b).

That is awesome - too bad it can't be done with the newer models - NX - whatever - makes you feel like Charles Lindbergh!

[the_other_dougreeves]

The CT dealer's DAR (TUL area) required 12" numbers and even a change from a serf font to a sans-serif font. He indicated that the Feds have been pressing him hard to have plain N numbers. YMMV.

TODR