Three steps to registering your aircraft with the federal government and the State of Michigan:

1. Register with Federal Aviation Administration 
   Complete FAA aircraft registration Form 8050-1 and FAA Bill of Sale Form 8050-2 and return it to the FAA along with the $5 registration fee.
2. Register with MDOT Office of Aeronautics
   Complete Michigan Aircraft Registration Form M-4004 and return it to MDOT along with the registration fee of 1 cent per pound based on the maximum gross weight of the aircraft. To pay in person, call 517-335-9719 to schedule an appointment, or PAY ONLINE.
3. Pay Use Tax
   Visit the Michigan Department of Treasury (Form 1989) or call 517-636-4120 to determine your use tax.