When are wait times typically the shortest?
It varies quite a bit, but usually the shortest waits are in the mornings from approximately 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and midweek, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
How can I make my visit go as quickly as possible?
Make sure you bring all required documentation with you to conduct your specific transactions. If you're getting a driver license or identification card, fill out the Arizona Driver License/Identification Card application on the MVD website and save time in the office. Many transactions can be conducted without MVD staff assistance and with no wait using the Service Arizona self-service workstations, which are in most of the offices.
What are the penalties for unpaid registration fees?
It is the responsibility of the owner to notify the Motor Vehicle Division Aircraft Registration Unit in writing
How do I request a hearing or appeal?
Requests for hearings on a decision must be made in writing within 30 days of the decision. Hearings will be scheduled and held in accordance with Title 41, Chapter 6, Article 6. Parties may appeal hearing decisions pursuant to Title 12, Chapter 7, Article 6.
What do I do if I have a lost or destroyed aircraft?
If an aircraft that is registered in Arizona is lost or destroyed, the owner, the owner’s legal representative, or the insurer of the aircraft must inform MVD by filing a completed Aircraft Exemption Affidavit within 30 days of the loss or destruction. The lost or destroyed aircraft's registration expires when MVD receives the notification.
What funding is available for publicly owned airports?
ADOT provides funding to public airports to design and construct aviation facilities, acquire land for airport purposes and conduct planning and environmental studies. ADOT will fund 90 percent of a project to qualified public airports and half an airport's local share of a federally funded airport-development grant.
Does ADOT provide funding for private airports?
ADOT does not fund private airport development.
How many airports does Arizona have?
Arizona has 83 airports in the State System Plan: 58 publicly owned airports, 14 Native American-owned airports and 11 privately owned airports.
Whom do I contact about airline consumer issues?
The U.S. Department of Transportation oversees airline consumer issues such as denied boarding, lost baggage, overbooking, ticketing and statistics for on-time performance. This information, as well as information about shipping hazardous materials and other general travel-related questions, is addressed on the Aviation Consumer Protection website.
Who is responsible for ensuring flight safety and investigating allegations of unsafe flight?
The FAA's Flight Standards District Office is the regulatory agency for flight safety. The Scottsdale office can be reached by phoning 480.419.0111 or by visiting their website.