IATS can conduct a complete search of FAA records and International Registry to identify and interpret all prior titles, adverse interests, liens and claims. Separate searches maybe conducted for airframes, engines, and propellers that are capable of producing 550 or more rated takeoff shaft horsepower or 1,750 pounds of thrust, in accordance with FAA recordation procedures.

International Registry Priority Searches can be conducted on airframes, aircraft engines and helicopters that meet the size requirements of the Cape Town Treaty. These searches provide details of the registrations made against the aircraft and engines. It is important that FAA and International Registry Searches are completed in order to provide parties of a transaction a complete view of all outstanding liens and interests.