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Should a pilot be able to fly homebuild experimental aircraft over densely populated areas (or anywhere for that matter)?
1. No way, there should be designated areas. [ 8 ]  [50.00%]
2. I didn't know people (civilians) were allowed to build and fly experimental aircraft. [ 3 ]  [18.75%]
3. Yes, they should have the same rights as normal pilots in certified production aircraft. [ 4 ]  [25.00%]
4. No, not at all, I can't believe it's allowed. [ 1 ]  [6.25%]
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Sushi Bar
post Apr 18 2006, 02:36 AM
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I was doing take-off and landings last Saturday when some guy wheeled a crazy looking experimental helicopter out of his hangar. I wondered how many people actually realize that civilian pilots are allowed to build and fly experimental (homebuilt) aircraft, regardless of how radical the design may be. Does this bother anyone? I'm curious to know if the general public is even aware of this.


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Wolfenstein
post Apr 18 2006, 05:15 AM
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Do they need a pilot's license?
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post Apr 19 2006, 12:32 AM
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QUOTE(Wolfenstein @ Apr 18 2006, 01:15 AM)
Do they need a pilot's license?
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Yes, they need a pilots license. You have three options for a pilots license these days. You can get the traditional private pilot's license, a sport license, or a recreational license. You still don't need a pilot's license for ultra-lights though, but you will soon.

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post Apr 19 2006, 04:00 AM
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My vote goes to, should be allowed but not over densely populated areas.
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post Apr 22 2006, 03:43 PM
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Doesnt the FAA have to inspect the craft before they can fly it?
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post Apr 23 2006, 03:38 AM
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QUOTE(Telum @ Apr 22 2006, 11:43 AM)
Doesnt the FAA have to inspect the craft before they can fly it?
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Actually Telum, yes absolutely, you are supposed to have an A&P/IA (aircraft mechanic with an FAA inspection rating) sign-off the work as you go. Unfortunately though, alot of people wait until the aircraft is nearly complete before they do this. Even with the sign-off, some of the designs are so radical that whether or not an A&P/IA signs off on it is irrelevant. They just inspect the work, not the designs. We once had a guy at Oakland Pontiac Airport, who built an experimental jet with the engines on the wing-tips which looked like something straight out of The Jetsons. He got all the necessary sign-offs etc. The airport manager then decided that this individual would not be allowed to test fly it at OPA because it was just too radical. His decision was based on numerous experimental aircraft accidents that occured over the years. The FAA and NTSB usually don't get involved until something bad happens.

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post Jun 2 2006, 02:47 AM
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heh, i have a friend who has been working on a jet-pack/skates combo for a while.

i'm not sure if he has to get UK/EU clearance for this, but knowing him i wouldnt be surprised to find he is also factoring in the ability to 'fly'.

...so far my only advice has been to be careful and wear knee/elbow pads. ;)


as to the question - yeah. If people want to risk their *own* lives doing it go for it - not over populated areas though.
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