YAK 52TD
Thanks everybody. I'm keen to use the above for remuneration, which may put a different complexion on things. I've just trawled around and found the reply from the CAA which I received some time ago;
"In reference to your recent enquiry regarding flight instruction on the YAK
52, I must inform you that this aircraft type only qualifies for the issue
of a 'Permit to Fly'. As such, each aircraft granted a Permit to Fly is
individually investigated and issued with a set of flying conditions
pertinent to aircraft type and operating limitations."
OK, I could take that as a definate 'maybe...'
"The sole owner of a permit to fly aircraft can receive remunerated flying
instruction provided the permit does not preclude flying instruction.
Group owners of permit to fly aircraft cannot receive remunerated flying
instruction, but unremunerated flying instruction can be received and given
when using solely or group owned permit to fly aircraft, it is also
permissible for unremunerated flight testing for the purpose of qualifying
for the grant of a licence or rating in permit to fly aircraft."
So if I own it all or don't get paid then 'yes'.... or maybe not?
"It is not possible for the YAK 52 to qualify for a C of A in any category so
it remains unable for you to carry out instructional remuneration on this
aircraft type."
Mmm, that'll be a 'no' then...? How about if I lease it? Or form a 'club' with flights as a benefit of membership'?
Your thoughts and advice welcome.
PF