How to obtain Serial Numbers for new builds

[DJBrant]

This must be a question that comes up for every builder doing research before they pull the trigger on a new build.  I've searched the forum before asking but haven't found anything useful.

How do you get a serial number for a new Long-EZ build?

The plans say to apply to RAF but they are long since gone.  Is there another entity that manages serial numbers now or do I just make one up?

 

Reason:

The new build letter of intent for Transport Canada has a Serial Number field and I'm guessing they need one to tie your assigned C-Gxxx Mark to.

Even if TC does not require it for a plans built aircraft, I'd still prefer to have one.

Thanks

 

 

[Marc Zeitlin]

2 hours ago, DJBrant said:

The plans say to apply to RAF but they are long since gone.  Is there another entity that manages serial numbers now or do I just make one up?

I hereby assign you the serial # DB-6.7 to your Long-EZ build. If TC insists on integers, the right technique is to truncate (NOT round) the number assigned.

So you'd use DB-6.

[Anthony P]

What about DB-1001?

Makes the manufacturer seem like a much bigger deal. 😁

[DJBrant]

Thanks Marc

[Marc Zeitlin]

1 hour ago, Anthony P said:

What about DB-1001?

Makes the manufacturer seem like a much bigger deal. 😁

Well, hell - then just use DB - 6.022*10^23.

[DJBrant]

I would definitely use that one if I were one of Avogadro's descendants.