Mechanics lien on aircraft; clarifies and establishes scope of lien of a provider of certain labor or materials to aircraft, authorizes recording lien with FAA and Secretary of State

HB 144 establishes a specific mechanic's lien for individuals or businesses that provide storage, fuel, repairs, or maintenance services for aircraft. This lien covers the amount due for these services, applying to written storage contracts or verbal contracts for at least 30 days. The lien is subordinate to any existing security interests perfected under the Uniform Commercial Code, unless the secured party authorized the work. The bill authorizes lienholders to record this lien with the Federal Aviation Administration for U.S.-registered aircraft, or with the Alabama Secretary of State for aircraft not registered in the U.S. or any national jurisdiction.