So I've got an itch to scratch while continuing to build the 7. I have an opportunity to get into a single seat Pitts S1-C. The aircraft was not certified with an electrical system but the current owner installed a light weight starter and oddesy battery for starting. He puts a trickle charger on after flying to keep the battery ready to go. Living around the Houston class B I see the 2020 ADS-B requirement fast approaching.
Looking into the regs 91.225 says- "The requirements of paragraph (b) of this section do not apply to any aircraft that was not originally certificated with an electrical system, or that has not subsequently been certified with such a system installed, including balloons and gliders. These aircraft may conduct operations without ADS-B Out". I can't find anywhere what constitutes an electrical SYSTEM.
It would seem that the setup in the Pitts is not an electrical system, which would also have to include a master switch, bus bar and fuses, a way to monitor volts and amps and of course a charging system. Has anyone seen a definition or explanation by the FAA on what constitutes an electrical system.
I definitely don't need to buy any more boat anchors !
Looking into the regs 91.225 says- "The requirements of paragraph (b) of this section do not apply to any aircraft that was not originally certificated with an electrical system, or that has not subsequently been certified with such a system installed, including balloons and gliders. These aircraft may conduct operations without ADS-B Out". I can't find anywhere what constitutes an electrical SYSTEM.
It would seem that the setup in the Pitts is not an electrical system, which would also have to include a master switch, bus bar and fuses, a way to monitor volts and amps and of course a charging system. Has anyone seen a definition or explanation by the FAA on what constitutes an electrical system.
I definitely don't need to buy any more boat anchors !