---------------------------------------------------------- Lightning-List Digest Archive --- Total Messages Posted Thu 07/31/08: 1 ---------------------------------------------------------- Today's Message Index: ---------------------- 1. 02:39 AM - Re: Re: 51% Rule (IFLYSMODEL@aol.com) ________________________________ Message 1 _____________________________________ Time: 02:39:48 AM PST US From: IFLYSMODEL@aol.com Subject: Re: Lightning-List: Re: 51% Rule Hey Bill: I agree that we may have a problem. With all the changes in fabrication techniques between glass and aluminum, it is difficult to prove the 51% rule. I must admit that I could not believe how easy it was to work with fiberglass, compared to aluminum. I think the real effort must be shown in the difference in the materials and applications. IF, and I think that is a big IF, the FAA (I use that term loosely because it all depends on the individual doing the evaluation) can be shown the ease of operation/application I think it can be shown that the completion of the kit will fall within the 20% indicated in their press release. >> To ensure consistency and standardization concerning amateur-built kit aircraft evaluations, the FAA proposes to clarify how much fabrication and assembly must be performed by the amateur builder. The FAA is proposing that an amateur builder fabricate a minimum of 20 percent of an aircraft and assemble a minimum of 20 percent of the aircraft. The FAA also clarifies the role of commercial assistance, which includes both the pre-fabrication of parts and direct assistance to the builder, as part of the remaining 49 percent (manufacturer and commercial assistance). << Lynn Nelsen **************Get fantasy football with free live scoring. Sign up for FanHouse Fantasy Football today. (http://www.fanhouse.com/fantasyaffair?ncid=aolspr00050000000020) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Other Matronics Email List Services ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Post A New Message lightning-list@matronics.com UN/SUBSCRIBE http://www.matronics.com/subscription List FAQ http://www.matronics.com/FAQ/Lightning-List.htm Web Forum Interface To Lists http://forums.matronics.com Matronics List Wiki http://wiki.matronics.com Full Archive Search Engine http://www.matronics.com/search 7-Day List Browse http://www.matronics.com/browse/lightning-list Browse Digests http://www.matronics.com/digest/lightning-list Browse Other Lists http://www.matronics.com/browse Live Online Chat! http://www.matronics.com/chat Archive Downloading http://www.matronics.com/archives Photo Share http://www.matronics.com/photoshare Other Email Lists http://www.matronics.com/emaillists Contributions http://www.matronics.com/contribution ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- These Email List Services are sponsored solely by Matronics and through the generous Contributions of its members.