The Ohio Department of Transportation Office of Aviation

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Ohio Office of Aviation?
Columbus Area Map, Columbus Detail Map

How can I get an Ohio Aeronautical Chart or an Ohio Airport Directory?
The Ohio Aeronautical Chart and the Ohio Airport Directory are published in alternating years. Both of these publications are available to the public, free of charge, by sending a self - addressed envelope with the proper postage already affixed to the envelope to:

Ohio Office of Aviation, 2829 W. Dublin-Granville Rd., Columbus, Ohio 43235-2786

Envelope Size: Self-addressed envelope approximately 10" X 13"

Postage:   Affix $1.22 postage if requesting an Aeronautical Chart

Affix $4.95 postage if requesting an Airport Directory

Affix $4.95 postage if requesting an Aeronautical Chart and an Airport Directory

(Postage rates for mailing Airport Directory or Aeronautical Chart & Airport Directory are "Priority Mail Rates")

How do I register my aircraft with the State of Ohio?
If you own an aircraft that is based in Ohio, regardless of flying condition, it must be registered with the Ohio Office of Aviation annually. Aircraft registration forms can be obtained from the Aircraft Registration page of this web site or by calling the Ohio Office of Aviation, Aircraft Registration (614) 387-2354.



What is the Ohio Airport Protection Act? (Ohio's Tall Structures Law)
What is the process for obtaining a permit for construction that impacts airports and airspace?

The Ohio Airport Protection Act is Ohio's Tall Structures Law and requires a permit for the construction of any structure that may penetrate protected airspace areas associated with an airport or the airport's approach path airspace. Protected airspace may or may not be located in the vicinity of the airport property and it should never be assumed that a construction project is far enough away from the airport so as not to impact protected airspace. The Ohio Office of Aviation can assist you in determining if proposed construction will impact an Ohio airport. Contact the Tall Structures Program Coordinator, John Milling at 614-387-2346. View or download a copy of FAA and State Notification Requirements for Construction in the Vicinity of Airports (guidance for meeting State and Federal laws on construction that may affect airports & airspace).



Where can I go to find answers to other aviation questions?
For information about the Ohio Office of Aviation, Ohio Aviation Facts, or Economic Impact of Aviation in Ohio, click on the Overview link. 

For information about who at the Office of Aviation may be able to help answer your question, click on the Contact Us link and view the Office of Aviation Programs Staff roster.

For information about airports including, State of Ohio Application for Landing Site (State form 5501.1), Notice of Landing Area Proposal (FAA form 7480), Notice of Proposed Construction or Alteration (FAA form 7460), or Ohio laws on Airports (Ohio Revised Code - ORC 4563) and (Ohio Administrative Code - OAC 5501), visit the Airports page.

For information about Ohio Aircraft Registration or Ohio laws on Aeronautics (Ohio Revised Code - ORC 4561), click on the Aircraft Registration link.

For information about aviation education including, the International Aviation Art Contest, click on the Publications and Education link.

For information about publications produced by the Ohio Office of Aviation, click on the Publications and Education link.

For web links to other Aviation Organizations, Aviation Weather, Aviation News, and Aviation Education, click on the Links link.