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Welcome to Episode 262. Today we have a special guest Madison Johnston to discuss flying ultralights without a pilot certificate better known as Part 103 with Madison Johnston.
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Cruise Flight (Talking Points):
- What is part 103 flying?
- Is it safe?
- Part 103 aircraft flying, buying, and maintenance.
- Flying without any certificates, how do you do it?
- Learning to fly cheaply and having fun doing it!
- LODA – letter of deviation authority
- What is the training like for an experienced pilot?
- Build times and general costs of ultralight aircraft.
- Pilot prejudice.
- Dealing with the pilots who think we’re too slow and dangerous; the misconceptions about ultralight pilots and builders.
- Communication is key!
- How to keep others aware of your presence.
- Two stroke?
- Four stroke?
- Weight limits and speed?
- Ramp checks, the FAA, and how to stay out of trouble.
- It’s the pilot’s responsibility.
- Carl’s question and challenge. What does Carl Weight? Hint look at part 103 max weight for powered aircraft. First person that answers the question gets a free scholarship guide. Must answer on our Facebook page.
After Landing Checklist:
No Picks of the week since this is an interview.
Links Mentioned In This Podcast:
ABOUT PART 103 FOR ULTRALIGHTS
United States Ultralight Association
Private, Sport, or Ultralight?
https://www.eaa.org/eaa/learn-to-fly/comparing-pilot-types
Becoming an Ultralight Pilot — Step by Step
https://www.eaa.org/eaa/learn-to-fly/comparing-pilot-types/how-to-become-an-ultralight-pilot
Powered Paragliding Bible 6: The Ultimate Paramotor Manual and Reference
https://www.teammini-max.com/online-store/aircraft-kits/1600r-sport/
