Is it OK to decorate a log book cover?
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I'm a student pilot and am thinking about putting a tasteful decal on my log book, if for no other reason than to identify it as my own. Is that OK, or would that be frowned upon? Thanks.
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I'm a student pilot and am thinking about putting a tasteful decal on my log book, if for no other reason than to identify it as my own. Is that OK, or would that be frowned upon? Thanks.
faa-regulations student-pilot
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Welcome to aviation.SE! For questions about regulations and/or what's considered acceptable, it's usually best to tell us which country or regulator you're asking about. Regulations and local practices are different everywhere.
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– Pondlife
Apr 1 at 4:01
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@Pondlife, thanks for the heads up. I'm flying in the Unite States.
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– RyanJ
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@RyanJ Thanks for clarifying that. I've added the [faa-regulations] tag to your question since you specified you're asking about the U.S.
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– reirab
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Out of curiosity, why does this question have an off-topic vote? I don't see what's off-topic about a question about maintaining logbooks.
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I'm a student pilot and am thinking about putting a tasteful decal on my log book, if for no other reason than to identify it as my own. Is that OK, or would that be frowned upon? Thanks.
faa-regulations student-pilot
edited Apr 1 at 4:39
reirab
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I'm a student pilot and am thinking about putting a tasteful decal on my log book, if for no other reason than to identify it as my own. Is that OK, or would that be frowned upon? Thanks.
faa-regulations student-pilot
faa-regulations student-pilot
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edited Apr 1 at 4:39
reirab
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reirab
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reirab
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Welcome to aviation.SE! For questions about regulations and/or what's considered acceptable, it's usually best to tell us which country or regulator you're asking about. Regulations and local practices are different everywhere.
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– Pondlife
Apr 1 at 4:01
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@Pondlife, thanks for the heads up. I'm flying in the Unite States.
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– RyanJ
Apr 1 at 4:12
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@RyanJ Thanks for clarifying that. I've added the [faa-regulations] tag to your question since you specified you're asking about the U.S.
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– reirab
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Out of curiosity, why does this question have an off-topic vote? I don't see what's off-topic about a question about maintaining logbooks.
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– reirab
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Welcome to aviation.SE! For questions about regulations and/or what's considered acceptable, it's usually best to tell us which country or regulator you're asking about. Regulations and local practices are different everywhere.
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– Pondlife
Apr 1 at 4:01
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@Pondlife, thanks for the heads up. I'm flying in the Unite States.
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– RyanJ
Apr 1 at 4:12
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@RyanJ Thanks for clarifying that. I've added the [faa-regulations] tag to your question since you specified you're asking about the U.S.
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– reirab
Apr 1 at 4:42
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Out of curiosity, why does this question have an off-topic vote? I don't see what's off-topic about a question about maintaining logbooks.
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– reirab
Apr 1 at 4:43
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Welcome to aviation.SE! For questions about regulations and/or what's considered acceptable, it's usually best to tell us which country or regulator you're asking about. Regulations and local practices are different everywhere.
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– Pondlife
Apr 1 at 4:01
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Welcome to aviation.SE! For questions about regulations and/or what's considered acceptable, it's usually best to tell us which country or regulator you're asking about. Regulations and local practices are different everywhere.
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– Pondlife
Apr 1 at 4:01
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@Pondlife, thanks for the heads up. I'm flying in the Unite States.
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– RyanJ
Apr 1 at 4:12
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@Pondlife, thanks for the heads up. I'm flying in the Unite States.
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– RyanJ
Apr 1 at 4:12
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@RyanJ Thanks for clarifying that. I've added the [faa-regulations] tag to your question since you specified you're asking about the U.S.
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– reirab
Apr 1 at 4:42
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@RyanJ Thanks for clarifying that. I've added the [faa-regulations] tag to your question since you specified you're asking about the U.S.
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– reirab
Apr 1 at 4:42
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Out of curiosity, why does this question have an off-topic vote? I don't see what's off-topic about a question about maintaining logbooks.
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– reirab
Apr 1 at 4:43
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Out of curiosity, why does this question have an off-topic vote? I don't see what's off-topic about a question about maintaining logbooks.
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I don't belive there is any regulation against it. Keep in mind you may need to show the book to officials at some point so keeping it professional is not a terrible idea
(1) Persons must present their pilot certificate, medical certificate,
logbook, or any other record required by this part for inspection upon
a reasonable request by -
(i) The Administrator;
(ii) An authorized representative from the National Transportation
Safety Board; or
(iii) Any Federal, State, or local law enforcement officer.
The FAA is more concerned with what you log than what's on the cover of your book. I can't say I have ever seen a log book with a bedazzled cover but I'm sure they are out there. If you are talking about putting a decal that says "Ryan's Log Book" across the cover, that's fine, but a giant glow-in-the-dark unicorn sticker might get you some looks although technically OK.
answered Apr 1 at 0:28
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Yeah it's a personal document. Something that looks professional should be fine. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle stickers could be a problem, career wise, going forward.
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– John K
Apr 1 at 3:02
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What is wrong with unicorns?
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– bogl
Apr 1 at 8:09
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@bogl For a pilot, I'd expect a pegasus to be more appropriate, but to each their own?
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– a CVn
Apr 1 at 14:23
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@bogl Nothing is wrong with unicorns, it's purely a question of where they belong. If your heart surgeon broke out your medical records from a Lisa Frank Trapper Keeper, you might be forced to consider whether they're suitably qualified for the role and whether they take the related responsibilities seriously.
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– J...
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@aCVn: There's a flying unicorn meme going around.
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– Joshua
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My mother used to wrap my books when I was a kid in school for me. I don't know much about aviation and how this logbook looks, but maybe it's doable to use some kind of a "protective cover" that can be taken off anytime, in case you have to show it on official occasions?
Beside making your own from book protection paper, kitchen shelf paper, newspaper or non-sticky plastic foil, you can buy pre-made covers in different sizes. Have a look at a stationery shop, bookstore or at a school supply store. The foils and pre-made covers are available in transparent and different colors and with or without printings (for example maps).
edited Apr 1 at 11:28
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While helpful information, this doesn't actually answer the legal aspects of the question and would be better off as a comment.
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– FreeMan
Apr 1 at 11:29
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@FreeMan I think "Sidestep the legal issues and do it this way instead" is a perfectly valid answer.
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– David Richerby
Apr 1 at 13:17
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@DavidRicherby fair point. It may be a "valid" answer, but not necessarily a "good" answer.
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– FreeMan
Apr 1 at 13:46
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@FreeMan Sometimes, a good answer is one that doesn't actually answer the exact question posed by the OP, but solves the problem that question intended to address (aka XY Problem).
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– Monty Harder
Apr 1 at 19:24
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It all depends upon how your logbook will be used. If you expect a professional career in aviation, then I would keep it within the envelope of what that community would expect.
Another thing to consider, you can have multiple logbooks. For example, I have a separate book for gliders, glider towing and rotorcraft. When instructing, I keep a lesson record, which covers instruction details, evaluation and logged times. Those are summarized on a spreadsheet which I update periodically. My work flying and my personal flying have separate logs as well.
The FAA inspectors seem happy with my record keeping and appreciate the segmented logs. Things like night currency, instrument currency, glider currency, are recorded in the rear of the books and can be carried from book to book.
My multiple logbook implementation is not for everyone, but I mention it because if one wanted to have something radically unique, you might do so in a separate book. As an example, early in my flying career, I noted the names of people I took up on rides, or had them sign my book. Later, I decided to stop that practice when a significant other started reading the logbook.
But to be clear, your logs need only be a reliable record which you can readily use for FAA compliance, negotiating rentals, employment or whatever. Many pro pilots I know used spreadsheets, and their company issues a record for company activity. Similar in the military.
In summary, do what you want, but you may wish to maintain a more conventional presentation if you expect to be pursuing activities where your logbooks might get reviewed for employment or other activities.
answered Apr 1 at 14:40
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I don't belive there is any regulation against it. Keep in mind you may need to show the book to officials at some point so keeping it professional is not a terrible idea
(1) Persons must present their pilot certificate, medical certificate,
logbook, or any other record required by this part for inspection upon
a reasonable request by -
(i) The Administrator;
(ii) An authorized representative from the National Transportation
Safety Board; or
(iii) Any Federal, State, or local law enforcement officer.
The FAA is more concerned with what you log than what's on the cover of your book. I can't say I have ever seen a log book with a bedazzled cover but I'm sure they are out there. If you are talking about putting a decal that says "Ryan's Log Book" across the cover, that's fine, but a giant glow-in-the-dark unicorn sticker might get you some looks although technically OK.
answered Apr 1 at 0:28
DaveDave
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Yeah it's a personal document. Something that looks professional should be fine. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle stickers could be a problem, career wise, going forward.
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– John K
Apr 1 at 3:02
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What is wrong with unicorns?
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– bogl
Apr 1 at 8:09
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@bogl For a pilot, I'd expect a pegasus to be more appropriate, but to each their own?
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– a CVn
Apr 1 at 14:23
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@bogl Nothing is wrong with unicorns, it's purely a question of where they belong. If your heart surgeon broke out your medical records from a Lisa Frank Trapper Keeper, you might be forced to consider whether they're suitably qualified for the role and whether they take the related responsibilities seriously.
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– J...
Apr 1 at 15:27
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@aCVn: There's a flying unicorn meme going around.
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– Joshua
Apr 1 at 19:18
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show 3 more comments
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I don't belive there is any regulation against it. Keep in mind you may need to show the book to officials at some point so keeping it professional is not a terrible idea
(1) Persons must present their pilot certificate, medical certificate,
logbook, or any other record required by this part for inspection upon
a reasonable request by -
(i) The Administrator;
(ii) An authorized representative from the National Transportation
Safety Board; or
(iii) Any Federal, State, or local law enforcement officer.
The FAA is more concerned with what you log than what's on the cover of your book. I can't say I have ever seen a log book with a bedazzled cover but I'm sure they are out there. If you are talking about putting a decal that says "Ryan's Log Book" across the cover, that's fine, but a giant glow-in-the-dark unicorn sticker might get you some looks although technically OK.
answered Apr 1 at 0:28
DaveDave
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Yeah it's a personal document. Something that looks professional should be fine. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle stickers could be a problem, career wise, going forward.
$endgroup$
– John K
Apr 1 at 3:02
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What is wrong with unicorns?
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– bogl
Apr 1 at 8:09
20
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@bogl For a pilot, I'd expect a pegasus to be more appropriate, but to each their own?
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– a CVn
Apr 1 at 14:23
5
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@bogl Nothing is wrong with unicorns, it's purely a question of where they belong. If your heart surgeon broke out your medical records from a Lisa Frank Trapper Keeper, you might be forced to consider whether they're suitably qualified for the role and whether they take the related responsibilities seriously.
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– J...
Apr 1 at 15:27
3
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@aCVn: There's a flying unicorn meme going around.
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– Joshua
Apr 1 at 19:18
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show 3 more comments
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I don't belive there is any regulation against it. Keep in mind you may need to show the book to officials at some point so keeping it professional is not a terrible idea
(1) Persons must present their pilot certificate, medical certificate,
logbook, or any other record required by this part for inspection upon
a reasonable request by -
(i) The Administrator;
(ii) An authorized representative from the National Transportation
Safety Board; or
(iii) Any Federal, State, or local law enforcement officer.
The FAA is more concerned with what you log than what's on the cover of your book. I can't say I have ever seen a log book with a bedazzled cover but I'm sure they are out there. If you are talking about putting a decal that says "Ryan's Log Book" across the cover, that's fine, but a giant glow-in-the-dark unicorn sticker might get you some looks although technically OK.
answered Apr 1 at 0:28
DaveDave
68.5k4131248
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I don't belive there is any regulation against it. Keep in mind you may need to show the book to officials at some point so keeping it professional is not a terrible idea
(1) Persons must present their pilot certificate, medical certificate,
logbook, or any other record required by this part for inspection upon
a reasonable request by -
(i) The Administrator;
(ii) An authorized representative from the National Transportation
Safety Board; or
(iii) Any Federal, State, or local law enforcement officer.
The FAA is more concerned with what you log than what's on the cover of your book. I can't say I have ever seen a log book with a bedazzled cover but I'm sure they are out there. If you are talking about putting a decal that says "Ryan's Log Book" across the cover, that's fine, but a giant glow-in-the-dark unicorn sticker might get you some looks although technically OK.
answered Apr 1 at 0:28
DaveDave
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answered Apr 1 at 0:28
DaveDave
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answered Apr 1 at 0:28
DaveDave
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DaveDave
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Yeah it's a personal document. Something that looks professional should be fine. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle stickers could be a problem, career wise, going forward.
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– John K
Apr 1 at 3:02
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What is wrong with unicorns?
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– bogl
Apr 1 at 8:09
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@bogl For a pilot, I'd expect a pegasus to be more appropriate, but to each their own?
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– a CVn
Apr 1 at 14:23
5
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@bogl Nothing is wrong with unicorns, it's purely a question of where they belong. If your heart surgeon broke out your medical records from a Lisa Frank Trapper Keeper, you might be forced to consider whether they're suitably qualified for the role and whether they take the related responsibilities seriously.
$endgroup$
– J...
Apr 1 at 15:27
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@aCVn: There's a flying unicorn meme going around.
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– Joshua
Apr 1 at 19:18
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show 3 more comments
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Yeah it's a personal document. Something that looks professional should be fine. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle stickers could be a problem, career wise, going forward.
$endgroup$
– John K
Apr 1 at 3:02
18
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What is wrong with unicorns?
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– bogl
Apr 1 at 8:09
20
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@bogl For a pilot, I'd expect a pegasus to be more appropriate, but to each their own?
$endgroup$
– a CVn
Apr 1 at 14:23
5
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@bogl Nothing is wrong with unicorns, it's purely a question of where they belong. If your heart surgeon broke out your medical records from a Lisa Frank Trapper Keeper, you might be forced to consider whether they're suitably qualified for the role and whether they take the related responsibilities seriously.
$endgroup$
– J...
Apr 1 at 15:27
3
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@aCVn: There's a flying unicorn meme going around.
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– Joshua
Apr 1 at 19:18
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Yeah it's a personal document. Something that looks professional should be fine. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle stickers could be a problem, career wise, going forward.
$endgroup$
– John K
Apr 1 at 3:02
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Yeah it's a personal document. Something that looks professional should be fine. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle stickers could be a problem, career wise, going forward.
$endgroup$
– John K
Apr 1 at 3:02
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What is wrong with unicorns?
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– bogl
Apr 1 at 8:09
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What is wrong with unicorns?
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– bogl
Apr 1 at 8:09
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@bogl For a pilot, I'd expect a pegasus to be more appropriate, but to each their own?
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– a CVn
Apr 1 at 14:23
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@bogl For a pilot, I'd expect a pegasus to be more appropriate, but to each their own?
$endgroup$
– a CVn
Apr 1 at 14:23
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5
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@bogl Nothing is wrong with unicorns, it's purely a question of where they belong. If your heart surgeon broke out your medical records from a Lisa Frank Trapper Keeper, you might be forced to consider whether they're suitably qualified for the role and whether they take the related responsibilities seriously.
$endgroup$
– J...
Apr 1 at 15:27
$begingroup$
@bogl Nothing is wrong with unicorns, it's purely a question of where they belong. If your heart surgeon broke out your medical records from a Lisa Frank Trapper Keeper, you might be forced to consider whether they're suitably qualified for the role and whether they take the related responsibilities seriously.
$endgroup$
– J...
Apr 1 at 15:27
3
3
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@aCVn: There's a flying unicorn meme going around.
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– Joshua
Apr 1 at 19:18
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@aCVn: There's a flying unicorn meme going around.
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– Joshua
Apr 1 at 19:18
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My mother used to wrap my books when I was a kid in school for me. I don't know much about aviation and how this logbook looks, but maybe it's doable to use some kind of a "protective cover" that can be taken off anytime, in case you have to show it on official occasions?
Beside making your own from book protection paper, kitchen shelf paper, newspaper or non-sticky plastic foil, you can buy pre-made covers in different sizes. Have a look at a stationery shop, bookstore or at a school supply store. The foils and pre-made covers are available in transparent and different colors and with or without printings (for example maps).
edited Apr 1 at 11:28
Toby Speight
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answered Apr 1 at 10:25
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While helpful information, this doesn't actually answer the legal aspects of the question and would be better off as a comment.
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– FreeMan
Apr 1 at 11:29
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@FreeMan I think "Sidestep the legal issues and do it this way instead" is a perfectly valid answer.
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– David Richerby
Apr 1 at 13:17
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@DavidRicherby fair point. It may be a "valid" answer, but not necessarily a "good" answer.
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– FreeMan
Apr 1 at 13:46
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@FreeMan Sometimes, a good answer is one that doesn't actually answer the exact question posed by the OP, but solves the problem that question intended to address (aka XY Problem).
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– Monty Harder
Apr 1 at 19:24
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My mother used to wrap my books when I was a kid in school for me. I don't know much about aviation and how this logbook looks, but maybe it's doable to use some kind of a "protective cover" that can be taken off anytime, in case you have to show it on official occasions?
Beside making your own from book protection paper, kitchen shelf paper, newspaper or non-sticky plastic foil, you can buy pre-made covers in different sizes. Have a look at a stationery shop, bookstore or at a school supply store. The foils and pre-made covers are available in transparent and different colors and with or without printings (for example maps).
edited Apr 1 at 11:28
Toby Speight
844512
answered Apr 1 at 10:25
user2567875user2567875
1792
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While helpful information, this doesn't actually answer the legal aspects of the question and would be better off as a comment.
$endgroup$
– FreeMan
Apr 1 at 11:29
14
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@FreeMan I think "Sidestep the legal issues and do it this way instead" is a perfectly valid answer.
$endgroup$
– David Richerby
Apr 1 at 13:17
1
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@DavidRicherby fair point. It may be a "valid" answer, but not necessarily a "good" answer.
$endgroup$
– FreeMan
Apr 1 at 13:46
8
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@FreeMan Sometimes, a good answer is one that doesn't actually answer the exact question posed by the OP, but solves the problem that question intended to address (aka XY Problem).
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– Monty Harder
Apr 1 at 19:24
add a comment |
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My mother used to wrap my books when I was a kid in school for me. I don't know much about aviation and how this logbook looks, but maybe it's doable to use some kind of a "protective cover" that can be taken off anytime, in case you have to show it on official occasions?
Beside making your own from book protection paper, kitchen shelf paper, newspaper or non-sticky plastic foil, you can buy pre-made covers in different sizes. Have a look at a stationery shop, bookstore or at a school supply store. The foils and pre-made covers are available in transparent and different colors and with or without printings (for example maps).
edited Apr 1 at 11:28
Toby Speight
844512
answered Apr 1 at 10:25
user2567875user2567875
1792
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My mother used to wrap my books when I was a kid in school for me. I don't know much about aviation and how this logbook looks, but maybe it's doable to use some kind of a "protective cover" that can be taken off anytime, in case you have to show it on official occasions?
Beside making your own from book protection paper, kitchen shelf paper, newspaper or non-sticky plastic foil, you can buy pre-made covers in different sizes. Have a look at a stationery shop, bookstore or at a school supply store. The foils and pre-made covers are available in transparent and different colors and with or without printings (for example maps).
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While helpful information, this doesn't actually answer the legal aspects of the question and would be better off as a comment.
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– FreeMan
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@FreeMan I think "Sidestep the legal issues and do it this way instead" is a perfectly valid answer.
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– David Richerby
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@DavidRicherby fair point. It may be a "valid" answer, but not necessarily a "good" answer.
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– FreeMan
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@FreeMan Sometimes, a good answer is one that doesn't actually answer the exact question posed by the OP, but solves the problem that question intended to address (aka XY Problem).
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– Monty Harder
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While helpful information, this doesn't actually answer the legal aspects of the question and would be better off as a comment.
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– FreeMan
Apr 1 at 11:29
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@FreeMan I think "Sidestep the legal issues and do it this way instead" is a perfectly valid answer.
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– David Richerby
Apr 1 at 13:17
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@DavidRicherby fair point. It may be a "valid" answer, but not necessarily a "good" answer.
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– FreeMan
Apr 1 at 13:46
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@FreeMan Sometimes, a good answer is one that doesn't actually answer the exact question posed by the OP, but solves the problem that question intended to address (aka XY Problem).
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– Monty Harder
Apr 1 at 19:24
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While helpful information, this doesn't actually answer the legal aspects of the question and would be better off as a comment.
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– FreeMan
Apr 1 at 11:29
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While helpful information, this doesn't actually answer the legal aspects of the question and would be better off as a comment.
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– FreeMan
Apr 1 at 11:29
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@FreeMan I think "Sidestep the legal issues and do it this way instead" is a perfectly valid answer.
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– David Richerby
Apr 1 at 13:17
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@FreeMan I think "Sidestep the legal issues and do it this way instead" is a perfectly valid answer.
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– David Richerby
Apr 1 at 13:17
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@DavidRicherby fair point. It may be a "valid" answer, but not necessarily a "good" answer.
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– FreeMan
Apr 1 at 13:46
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@DavidRicherby fair point. It may be a "valid" answer, but not necessarily a "good" answer.
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– FreeMan
Apr 1 at 13:46
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8
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@FreeMan Sometimes, a good answer is one that doesn't actually answer the exact question posed by the OP, but solves the problem that question intended to address (aka XY Problem).
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– Monty Harder
Apr 1 at 19:24
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@FreeMan Sometimes, a good answer is one that doesn't actually answer the exact question posed by the OP, but solves the problem that question intended to address (aka XY Problem).
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– Monty Harder
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It all depends upon how your logbook will be used. If you expect a professional career in aviation, then I would keep it within the envelope of what that community would expect.
Another thing to consider, you can have multiple logbooks. For example, I have a separate book for gliders, glider towing and rotorcraft. When instructing, I keep a lesson record, which covers instruction details, evaluation and logged times. Those are summarized on a spreadsheet which I update periodically. My work flying and my personal flying have separate logs as well.
The FAA inspectors seem happy with my record keeping and appreciate the segmented logs. Things like night currency, instrument currency, glider currency, are recorded in the rear of the books and can be carried from book to book.
My multiple logbook implementation is not for everyone, but I mention it because if one wanted to have something radically unique, you might do so in a separate book. As an example, early in my flying career, I noted the names of people I took up on rides, or had them sign my book. Later, I decided to stop that practice when a significant other started reading the logbook.
But to be clear, your logs need only be a reliable record which you can readily use for FAA compliance, negotiating rentals, employment or whatever. Many pro pilots I know used spreadsheets, and their company issues a record for company activity. Similar in the military.
In summary, do what you want, but you may wish to maintain a more conventional presentation if you expect to be pursuing activities where your logbooks might get reviewed for employment or other activities.
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It all depends upon how your logbook will be used. If you expect a professional career in aviation, then I would keep it within the envelope of what that community would expect.
Another thing to consider, you can have multiple logbooks. For example, I have a separate book for gliders, glider towing and rotorcraft. When instructing, I keep a lesson record, which covers instruction details, evaluation and logged times. Those are summarized on a spreadsheet which I update periodically. My work flying and my personal flying have separate logs as well.
The FAA inspectors seem happy with my record keeping and appreciate the segmented logs. Things like night currency, instrument currency, glider currency, are recorded in the rear of the books and can be carried from book to book.
My multiple logbook implementation is not for everyone, but I mention it because if one wanted to have something radically unique, you might do so in a separate book. As an example, early in my flying career, I noted the names of people I took up on rides, or had them sign my book. Later, I decided to stop that practice when a significant other started reading the logbook.
But to be clear, your logs need only be a reliable record which you can readily use for FAA compliance, negotiating rentals, employment or whatever. Many pro pilots I know used spreadsheets, and their company issues a record for company activity. Similar in the military.
In summary, do what you want, but you may wish to maintain a more conventional presentation if you expect to be pursuing activities where your logbooks might get reviewed for employment or other activities.
answered Apr 1 at 14:40
mongomongo
13.1k1559
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add a comment |
$begingroup$
It all depends upon how your logbook will be used. If you expect a professional career in aviation, then I would keep it within the envelope of what that community would expect.
Another thing to consider, you can have multiple logbooks. For example, I have a separate book for gliders, glider towing and rotorcraft. When instructing, I keep a lesson record, which covers instruction details, evaluation and logged times. Those are summarized on a spreadsheet which I update periodically. My work flying and my personal flying have separate logs as well.
The FAA inspectors seem happy with my record keeping and appreciate the segmented logs. Things like night currency, instrument currency, glider currency, are recorded in the rear of the books and can be carried from book to book.
My multiple logbook implementation is not for everyone, but I mention it because if one wanted to have something radically unique, you might do so in a separate book. As an example, early in my flying career, I noted the names of people I took up on rides, or had them sign my book. Later, I decided to stop that practice when a significant other started reading the logbook.
But to be clear, your logs need only be a reliable record which you can readily use for FAA compliance, negotiating rentals, employment or whatever. Many pro pilots I know used spreadsheets, and their company issues a record for company activity. Similar in the military.
In summary, do what you want, but you may wish to maintain a more conventional presentation if you expect to be pursuing activities where your logbooks might get reviewed for employment or other activities.
answered Apr 1 at 14:40
mongomongo
13.1k1559
$endgroup$
It all depends upon how your logbook will be used. If you expect a professional career in aviation, then I would keep it within the envelope of what that community would expect.
Another thing to consider, you can have multiple logbooks. For example, I have a separate book for gliders, glider towing and rotorcraft. When instructing, I keep a lesson record, which covers instruction details, evaluation and logged times. Those are summarized on a spreadsheet which I update periodically. My work flying and my personal flying have separate logs as well.
The FAA inspectors seem happy with my record keeping and appreciate the segmented logs. Things like night currency, instrument currency, glider currency, are recorded in the rear of the books and can be carried from book to book.
My multiple logbook implementation is not for everyone, but I mention it because if one wanted to have something radically unique, you might do so in a separate book. As an example, early in my flying career, I noted the names of people I took up on rides, or had them sign my book. Later, I decided to stop that practice when a significant other started reading the logbook.
But to be clear, your logs need only be a reliable record which you can readily use for FAA compliance, negotiating rentals, employment or whatever. Many pro pilots I know used spreadsheets, and their company issues a record for company activity. Similar in the military.
In summary, do what you want, but you may wish to maintain a more conventional presentation if you expect to be pursuing activities where your logbooks might get reviewed for employment or other activities.
answered Apr 1 at 14:40
mongomongo
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answered Apr 1 at 14:40
mongomongo
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Out of curiosity, why does this question have an off-topic vote? I don't see what's off-topic about a question about maintaining logbooks.
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