This bill proposes several updates to current statutes regarding the registration and licensing of roadable aircraft in Arizona. Specifically, it introduces new definitions, such as "roadable aircraft" and "N-number license marking", and mandates that the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) combine the registration processes for roadable aircraft with those for motor vehicles. The bill stipulates that when registering a roadable aircraft, ADOT must record the N-number license marking and set the renewal date for both vehicle and aircraft registrations to align with the staggered schedule for aircraft. Additionally, it requires that roadable aircraft maintain both registrations unless certain conditions apply, such as being subject to an annual license tax. Furthermore, the bill modifies existing licensing requirements by clarifying that a class M driver license is not necessary for operating roadable aircraft, while also including roadable aircraft in the category of vehicles for which a class D driver license is valid. It mandates the issuance of motorcycle-sized license plates for roadable aircraft and makes conforming changes to existing statutes. The act is set to become effective on January 1, 2027, if passed.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 28-101, 28-2157, 28-2357, 28-3101, 28-4302, 28-9551, 28-364, 28-141, 28-5201, 28-9503, 28-5601, 28-9501, 28-2001, 28-1225, 44-1641, 28-601, 49-542, 28-966, 28-8322, 28-8337, 28-8338, 28-8341
Senate Engrossed Version: 28-101, 28-2157, 28-2357, 28-3101, 28-4302, 28-9551, 28-364, 28-141, 28-5201, 28-9503, 28-5601, 28-9501, 28-2001, 28-1225, 44-1641, 28-601, 49-542, 28-966, 28-8322, 28-8337, 28-8338, 28-8341