How to Transfer Aircraft Title in Idaho

Idaho is a backcountry flying paradise. The Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness has more airstrips than roads in some areas. If you're buying a Super Cub for Idaho backcountry operations or selling a turbine in Boise, this guide covers the title transfer process.

FAA Governs All Transfers

Idaho has no state aircraft registration separate from the FAA.

What You'll Need

• FAA Form 8050-2 (Bill of Sale)
• FAA Form 8050-1 (Aircraft Registration Application)
• $5 FAA registration fee
• Lien release if applicable

Idaho Backcountry Considerations

Backcountry Idaho aircraft often have significant modifications — STOL kits, oversized tires, reinforced gear, extended fuel tanks. Verify all modifications have proper STC documentation before purchase. Undocumented modifications can create airworthiness and insurance problems.

Step-by-Step Process

Step 1: Title search at registry.faa.gov. Step 2: Thorough pre-purchase inspection including all STC documentation review. Step 3: Seller completes Form 8050-2. Step 4: Buyer completes Form 8050-1, mails with Bill of Sale and $5. Step 5: Carry pink copy as temporary registration.

Idaho Aviation at a Glance

Boise Airport (KBOI) is the main hub. But Idaho's soul is in its backcountry strips — Johnson Creek (3U2), Sulphur Creek, Cavanaugh Bay — dozens of remote airstrips that define western aviation culture.

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