Add'l pilot on first flight

woodmanrog · #1 07-20-2016, 03:33 AM

Does anybody have the rules on using a 2nd pilot on the first flight of a new aircraft? I would like to assist our test pilot with monitoring the engine instruments on the 1st flight of our RV14A. I have searched the forums and the FAA database and I am unable to get a clear answer. Thanks all.

Vern · #2 07-20-2016, 04:16 AM

Start with the reg quoted in your Operating Limitations.

Ed_Wischmeyer · #3 07-20-2016, 04:34 AM

It's in Advisory Circular 90-116.

https://www.faa.gov/regulations_poli...mentID/1025667

Best,

Ed

woodmanrog · #4 07-20-2016, 06:24 AM

Thanks so much guys. I got it.