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aviation1 year ago•21 min saved

"Rising Popularity of Homebuilt Planes Raises Safety Concerns After Recent US Crashes"

The popularity of home-built aircraft has surged, with over 33,000 licensed by the FAA and a growing interest in the hobby. However, two recent deadly crashes have raised concerns about safety. Home-built planes are constructed by enthusiasts and require no formal credentials, only an FAA inspection and a $5 fee. While accidents are more common with home-built planes, experts argue that they are generally as safe as factory-built aircraft. The crashes have prompted renewed scrutiny on the hobby, but enthusiasts maintain that with proper construction and maintenance, home-built aircraft can be a safe and accessible way to take to the skies.

via Daily Mail|

#aviation #crashes #faa

aviation-accident2 years ago•2 min saved

"Fatal California Coast Plane Crash Highlights Risks of Home-Built Aircraft"

A homebuilt aircraft, previously sold for $100,000, crashed off the coast of California, likely killing four people. The single-engine Cozy Mark IV crashed at Half Moon Bay, with no survivors found and only one body recovered so far. While the cause is still under investigation, a witness reported hearing the engine cut out after losing power. The victims included a 27-year-old San Francisco local, a newly engaged Australian couple, and the plane's previous owner described the tragedy as "traumatic." The Cozy Mark IV, which has a comparable safety record to commercial aircraft, is required to undergo airworthiness checks by the FAA or a Designated Airworthiness Representative.

via Business Insider|

#aviation-accident #california #federal-aviation-administration