Can you pay someone to build a kit plane?

Can you pay someone to build a kit plane?

A: There is no specific prohibition in hiring someone to help with the construction of your aircraft. In fact, that is what you are doing when you purchase a kit; you are hiring someone to help you construct your aircraft.

Can you certify an experimental aircraft?

Yes. Each aircraft issued an experimental airworthiness certificate has operating limitations attached.

How much does it cost to build an RV 8?

Kit prices effective: December 15, 2021, 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time

Can you fly an experimental aircraft in Class B airspace?

It would NOT be safet to assume that EAB aircraft cannot operate in Class B airspace, because it’s incorrect. There are no restrictions on the type of airspace into which EAB aircraft can fly, assuming that they’re properly equipped to fly in that airspace.

Can a kitfox fly IFR?

Kitfoxes are very cool planes, but not for any ability to fly IFR.

What is The “51-percent rule”?

The major portion of the aircraft is defined as more than 50 percent of the fabrication and assembly tasks, commonly referred to as the “51-percent rule.”

What is the FAA 51 percent rule for kit builds?

The FAA has in place a rule that states (in laymans terms) The builder must perform between 51 and 100 percent of the total work. Before purchasing a kit, first check with the FAA to see if the FAA or your countries governmental aviation authority has already evaluated your kit selection and see if it in fact does meet the 51 percent rule.

What is the 51% rule for gygyroplanes?

Gyroplanes and really anything certified as an amatuer-built experimental aircraft is required to meet a manufacturing requirement typically known as the 51% rule (FAR 21.191 (G)). The FAA has in place a rule that states (in laymans terms) The builder must perform between 51 and 100 percent of the total work.

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