TD67
.......... I'm open to trying the angle of it being a training flight ..........
The operators who sell rides won't need an angle to persuade them. Payment will be enough.
'Angles' can satisfy the paperwork and are all very well if nothing goes wrong but, if it does, the real question is whether the angle will stand close examination.
Please don't think I'm trying to throw cold water on your great idea for the old man.
I'm just pointing out generally that there is a risk involved in paid Spitfire rides - not being covered by insurance if something goes wrong.
For some reason, the CAA has turned a blind eye for years to the Grace organisation selling rides.
But, if something goes wrong, what are the chances of an insurance company shelling out tens or hundreds of thousands of pounds when they can just say: Sorry, the policy doesn't cover illegal flights. Claim rejected.