fishtits
Am I right in thinking that you cannot use these aircraft in IMC conditions - even if you have an IR?
You're absolutely correct, but there aren't that many PPL/IR holders around so it makes very little difference - unless TZ says differently. Besides, how many are going to fly SEP IFR?
That said, most new PFA designs have better avionics then an IFR capable C of A design - no doubt certifying them at least 'IMC capable' (my own phrase) is coming.
Anyhow, back to the debate - N or G?
Also, I am led to believe that the aircraft currently on the N-reg, whilst fully compliant with FAA rules, may not have all the paperwork required to transfer to the CAA in the future?
So what happens if the FAA/CAA revoke say, foreign SEP N-reg privileges? Personally, I'd have my suspicions if insufficent paperwork was even hinted at.