I read the posting on asa-soaring, it appears that the AZ FSDO reps have
their own interpretation of the requirement.

"Most" of the newer generation Operating Limitations allow "practice
flights" in preparation for contest.
Also the Operating Limitations should allow flying for "FAI Badge
Achievements".. not just contest flying.

Talk to Cindy... this needs to get upchanneled through SSA and FAA quickly.
BT

"Andy" wrote in message
...
Two local pilots had FAA ramp inspections last Friday and one other,
after declining to be inspected, had a discussion with an inspector.

It appears that the local FSDO is taking the position that NO flight
may be made in a glider with an experimental (racing and exhibition)
certificate, even within 300 miles of home base, unless the specific
date of the flight is notified to the FSDO. That notification may
either be in the program letter by including every date on which a
flight may be made, or by notifying the FSDO prior to each flight by
FAX or email.

For a first hand report see:

http://www.asa-soaring.org/forum/top...er+inspections


Andy (GY)