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World Record Attempt
by USPPA Members Apr
23,
2008
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On
about May 3, 2008, several USPPA members and other pilots will attempt a
world record flight from the Pacific to the Atlantic Ocean, following the
Panama Canal. Pilot Remy Swaab was the logistics genius that pulled off
organizing all the various permissions required. The Flight For Life is a
Charity fundraiser.
Jeff
Goin, who will be on of the eight pilots, will have coverage on
www.FootFlyer.com. Phil Russman, of
Lite Touch Films will be both flying and video documenting the attempt. It's
not a particularly long flight but some less-than-desirable stretches to
cover. Most pilots are flying with 4 gallon gas tanks. |
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Tandem Exemptions Expired
Jan 31,
2008
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As of Jan 31, 2008 the exemption to FAR 103 that
allowed tandem operations has expired. Powered tandem operations are no
longer legal whether wheel launched or foot launched.
We are in communications with the FAA regarding
the exemption and have been told there is no intent to disallow tandem
operations for those craft not covered by sport pilot. Foot launched tandems
are clearly not included in sport pilot as are many powered paraglider units
with wheel attachments.
The exemption was held by USUA (who we work
with), ASC and EAA. The exemption we are now working is the one we worked
out in 2002. |
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