stevemcgirr
Well Known Member
Yesterday, in the eyes of the FAA, N1991M was elevated from building project to airplane. Now that my plane has airworthy status, I turn to planning for the test flights of Phase 1. I am rather new to aviation (a test pilot will be flying my plane at first), so I am not as steeped in the traditions, lore and tribal knowledge of you more experienced aviators.
So help me out: what are the necessary rituals, practices, superstitions and talismans that insure a successful first flight, flight testing, and long and happy flying service of a new airplane?
AC 90-89A is helpful for the serious preparations, but says nothing about rabbit's feet, lucky charms, or clover. (Horse shoes seem rather heavy)
Let me in on the secret handshake! What do I need?
So help me out: what are the necessary rituals, practices, superstitions and talismans that insure a successful first flight, flight testing, and long and happy flying service of a new airplane?
AC 90-89A is helpful for the serious preparations, but says nothing about rabbit's feet, lucky charms, or clover. (Horse shoes seem rather heavy)
Let me in on the secret handshake! What do I need?