OK, bear with me a sec...
In the UK, a number of ex-RAF Slingsby T31 Cadet/Tutor gliders, tandem-seat, high-wing, open-cockpit trainers, were converted to T31M Motor Cadet standard by deleting the front cockpit, installing a VW engine and Luton Minor undercarriage. There is even a little type club for the design.
So, crusing Barnstormers.com I found this Schweizer 2-22 glider, airworthy with a trailer, for just $4,000. Hmmm.
The ad says that the fabric is rough, so let's say I buy that glider, tear it apart for complete inspection and restoration, and convert it much like a Motor cadet--firewall, engine installation, prop, cowling, fuel system, electrical system, new instrument panel, new landing gear and, finally, new fabric and finishing.
Since aircraft systems take as much if not more time to build and install than the basic structure, would this be enough for the FAA 51% rule?
Cheers,
Matthew
In the UK, a number of ex-RAF Slingsby T31 Cadet/Tutor gliders, tandem-seat, high-wing, open-cockpit trainers, were converted to T31M Motor Cadet standard by deleting the front cockpit, installing a VW engine and Luton Minor undercarriage. There is even a little type club for the design.
So, crusing Barnstormers.com I found this Schweizer 2-22 glider, airworthy with a trailer, for just $4,000. Hmmm.
The ad says that the fabric is rough, so let's say I buy that glider, tear it apart for complete inspection and restoration, and convert it much like a Motor cadet--firewall, engine installation, prop, cowling, fuel system, electrical system, new instrument panel, new landing gear and, finally, new fabric and finishing.
Since aircraft systems take as much if not more time to build and install than the basic structure, would this be enough for the FAA 51% rule?
Cheers,
Matthew