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Old 4th August 2011 | 02:33
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Mark 1
 
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The official documentation will depend on the country you're flying in. Hard to tell that from your 'location'.

As a general rule:
No lights are required during daylight, Lots of aircraft don't have electrical systems.
Anti-collision lights, where fitted, should be on when the engine is running or about to be started.
Position lights have little value daytime, but are required when flying or taxying at night.
Landing/taxy lights not usually legally required at night, but obviously help you see/be seen. During the day they aid conspicuity a little, but most beneficial on landing as they make you more visible to aircrafy holding short of the runway.

Your instructor should be able to tell you the local requirements and any additional club procedures.
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