EAA Chapter UL110
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Legal Safe Goal
Club’s goals are both safe and legal flight with Participation in the airmen registration program providing confirmation of an ultralight enthusiast's intent to meet FAA's expectation. Pilots train based on standards contained in Federal Aviation Regulation Part 103 and Advisory Circular 103-1.
The Club provides to your needs:
Whether you are just starting out in aviation or are a high time conventional pilot, getting some stick time with a professional ultralight flight instructor will be your entry point to ultralight aviation.
Whether you are operating a single or two seat ultralight under Part 103 or General Aviation regulations (Parts 61 & 91)
Books, training manuals and accessories to fulfill your pursuit for knowledge
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Pilot and Vehicle Registration EAA maintains an ultralight vehicle, student pilot and pilot registration program for your benefit. Although federal regulations that pertain to ultralights don't require you to register yourself or your vehicle, it is often required by insurance companies. Also, the simple and less restrictive rules for ultralights were allowed by the FAA on the assumption that industry would self-regulate. |
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Insurance for Ultralights Falcon Insurance, one of the world's leading aviation insurers, has been writing policies for ultralights for over 14 years. As EAA's approved insurer, Falcon will cover most ultralights and ultralight pilots that participate in EAA's registration program. For details about ultralight insurance, contact Falcon at 1.866.647.4322. |
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Building and Test Flying Ultralights EAA has many volunteer members highly experienced in the construction and test flying of ultralight and light aircraft, they can assist you with construction or first flight. These volunteer members are EAA Technical Counselors and EAA Flight Advisors. Check with your local chapter or call 920.426.6522 to find a Technical Counselor or Flight Advisor near you. |
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Ultralight Instructor, two-place exemption EAA's FAA exemption permits qualified individuals to provide instruction in two-place powered ultralights that have a maximum empty weight of not more than 496 pounds, have a maximum fuel capacity of not more than 10 U.S. gallons, are not capable of more than 75 knots calibrated airspeed at full power in level flight and have a power-off stall speed which does not exceed 35 knots calibrated airspeed. Cost to register as an Ultralight Flight Instructor is $100 a year. CFIs are charged $30 per year. Ultralight instructors can provide you with instruction to be an ultralight pilot. To learn how to become an Ultralight Flight Instructor, see the Ultralight Instructor Guide. |
Legal and Safety FAQ:
1) Where can I find Insurance for my ultralight?
One of our club members Stephen has recently (4/21/2006) reported that he was able to obtain 1 year of liability coverage for his Quicksilver Sprint for $395 from Avenco. Visit the Avemco Web Page for more information. Eaa is now using Falcon Insurance Company. This gives a second source of insurance for comparison.
2) Do I need a transponder to fly under B and C airspace?
Hello John,
You do not need a transponder when flying under the outer ring of Class C airspace. You are required to have a transponder and mode C altitude reporting when flying within 30 nautical miles of a Class B airport, whether under the Class B or not, unless your aircraft was not certificated with an engine driven electrical system. If your aircraft was certificated without an engine-driven electrical system you are allowed to fly under the Class B airspace without a transponder.
You cannot fly over the top of Class B or Class C airspace without a transponder and mode C.
Hope this helps!
Joe Norris
EAA Aviation Services
EAA Aviation Center, Oshkosh, WI
888-322-4636, extension 6806
jnorris@eaa.org
