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FAR rules on "ground-effect" vehicles?
Does anyone here know if / what-section-of FAR rules govern the operation of
"ground effect" vehicles? Specifically, how high can a machine fly AGL before its technically classified as an aircraft and not a hovercraft, hydroplane-boat, Ecronoplan, etc.? Is there a loophole for a powered airplane that can't climb to more than 5' AGL? Second question: If a machine has tricycle gear with nosewheel steering, wings and 3-axis control, and is solely propelled by thrust from an engine/propeller, BUT CANNOT FLY, how is it classified? Trike motorcycle? NOTE: Both of these questions relate to a proposed machine that will weigh more than 254lbs dry, i.e. not Part 103 legal. Serious responses please. I'm looking to find and verify a specific FAR rule, as the correct answer to this question is critical for legal, operational, and insurance purposes. Thanks, Harry Frey Wright Brothers Enterprises |
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