- Mon Mar 19, 2018 11:05 pm
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First see FAA quote Link
Are you so in love with Tandem Flying that you are willing to trade Part 103 for Sport Pilot Rules?
Thunderchicken wrote: ↑Mon Mar 19, 2018 9:20 pmHas the FAA actually made any indications that they are displeased with the exemptions?Yes.
First see FAA quote Link
The FAA wrote:In the preamble to the rule establishing part 103 (47 FR 38776; Sept. 2, 1982), the FAA explained its rationale for permitting no more than a single occupant in an ultralight vehicle. The FAA noted that the general public might incorrectly assume that an ultralight operator possesses certain minimum qualifications and has met specific requirements resulting in the issuance of a pilot certificate. In addition, extending current training exemptions on a long term basis would be an inappropriate use of the exemption process. It would not allow the FAA to address the many other regulatory changes contemplated in this rulemaking. Sport Pilot NPRM July 27, 2004 Ref page 44777.The instability addressed in this thread will be a driving factor for new regulations addressing the tandem issue. The deal is when there are new regulations anything can be put on the table.
Are you so in love with Tandem Flying that you are willing to trade Part 103 for Sport Pilot Rules?