This exemption to Federal Aviation Regulation 103.1(a) and 103.1(b), permits pilots to operate an unpowered ultralight vehicle with another occupant for the purpose of sport, recreation and/or training. This exemption is subject to the following conditions and limitations:
1) Each operation must comply with all sections of Part 103, except section 103.1(a) of the FAR.
2) For training purposes, this exemption applies only to flights for the purpose of giving instruction in two-place unpowered ultralight vehicles from USHGA approved launch sites.
3) Both occupants on all two-place training flights must possess a current pilot rating issued by the USHGA and at least one occupant must possess a current USHGA Instructor rating.
4) Prior to all two-occupant training flights, the student must be informed that the flight is conducted under an exemption granted by the FAA and that the ultralight vehicle does not meet aircraft certification standards set forth by the FAA.
5) Both occupants on all two-place flights, other than for training purposes, must possess a current pilot rating issued by the USHGA and at least one occupant must possess a current Advanced hang glider rating issued by the USHGA.
6) For identification purposes, the USHGA shall issue an individual authorization to each person allowed to conduct operations under this exemption. Each authorization shall include an identification number and a copy of this exemption. The USHGA shall also have a procedure to rescind this authority, when needed.
7) Each individual who operates an ultralight vehicle under the authority of this exemption must be familiar with the provisions contained herein, and must have in his or her personal possession a copy of the authorization issued by the USHGA and a copy of this exemption. These documents shall be presented for inspection upon request by the FAA.
This exemption was extended to terminate on October 31, 2006, unless sooner superseded or rescinded.
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William T. Brennan Acting Director of Flight Standards Washington, D.C. October 9, 1986 |
D. C. Beaudette Acting Director of Flight Standards Washington, D.C. October 24, 1988 |
Thomas C. Accardi Acting Director of Flight Standards Washington, D.C. October 25, 1990 |