No Step / No Walk Zone Markings — Aircraft Ground Safety
CARs Part V — Aircraft Surface Placards · Federal — Canada
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CARs Part V — Airworthiness Standards — CARs Part V — Aircraft Surface Placards
Aircraft skin areas that cannot support human weight without structural damage should be marked with permanent placards reading "NO STEP" or showing the walk/no-walk zones as specified in the aircraft type certificate data sheet.
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"NO STEP" decals protect aircraft surfaces that look walkable but will dent or puncture under weight — wing skins, fairings, and cowlings. Missing or faded "NO STEP" markings are an airworthiness defect.
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"NO STEP" placard on all prohibited areas
Walk paths on wing root marked or painted
Text should be legible from maintenance standing position
Weather-resistant material — outdoor grade vinyl minimum
Check TCDS for aircraft-specific requirements
Replace if faded or peeling
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Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) Part II
Justice Laws Canada · March 2026
CARs Part II covers aircraft identification and marking requirements including registration marks, sizing, and placement for Canadian-registered aircraft.
Transport Canada — Aircraft Registration
Transport Canada · March 2026
Official aircraft registration portal. Covers how to register, marking requirements, and the C- prefix system for Canadian aircraft.
RPAS (Drone) Registration — Transport Canada
Transport Canada · March 2026
Drone registration requirements for RPAS between 250g and 25kg. Registration number should be marked on the drone and visible at all times.
All sources are official government publications or recognized industry authorities. Links verified March 2026. If you find a broken link, let us know.
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