Shocking NTSB report on E-AB

[cbonnerup]

Originally Posted by ckurz7000

Hi Dean! No, I'm not at all suggesting that the FAA crack down on EAB and tighten up the 51% rule. I actually believe that the U.S. sets a great example of balancing personal freedom and general accountability with how they treat EAB aircraft.
-- Chris.

Chris,
Just to be clear, I believe Dean's comments on the FAA were meant for me (cbonnerup) rather than you.

Thanks for your comments and suggestions; I too will have at least a rudimentary POH for my gyro when completed. And I agree, that is what the 40 hours are for - not just touch and go's.

[WaspAir]

Originally Posted by DennisFetters

It should be expected that the accident rate would be higher than normal, but what is unexpected is that it is was not much higher considering the complexities involved and skill lever necessary.

Well, there's the answer folks. EAB aircraft simply need to be equipped with a "skill lever". On first flight, you push the lever to minimum skill required, and as you gain experience and skill, you can increase the setting.