DAR Needed for Big Island, Hawaii

[thomasyost]

I hoping for find a DAR-T with function code 147 to do the airworthiness inspection on my RV-12 (ULS). I wish to have it done as an ELSA.

I've reached out to the local FSDO and they highly recommended that I reach out to a DAR-T.

If you are interested, please reach out to my via email at [email protected]

Thanks in advance,
Tom

 

[Dad's RV-10]

I hoping for find a DAR-T with function code 147 to do the airworthiness inspection on my RV-12 (ULS). I wish to have it done as an ELSA.

I've reached out to the local FSDO and they highly recommended that I reach out to a DAR-T.

If you are interested, please reach out to my via email at [email protected]

Thanks in advance,
Tom

The FAA Designee Locator Search shows no Code 147 qualified DAR-T in Hawaii.

 

[eavila1]

I hoping for find a DAR-T with function code 147 to do the airworthiness inspection on my RV-12 (ULS). I wish to have it done as an ELSA.

I've reached out to the local FSDO and they highly recommended that I reach out to a DAR-T.

If you are interested, please reach out to my via email at [email protected]

Thanks in advance,
Tom

Dang wish I were a DAR. I'm going to work on that. I'd come to hawaii to inspect a 12. Twist my arm

 

[Ironflight]

If you want E-LSA, you need a DAR with Function code 157. Code 147 is for E-AB propellor airplanes. I have 147, but don’t think I have any time in my schedule for a Hawaii Trip before this fall (at the earliest).

 

[rvbuilder2002]

I have 147, but don’t think I have any time in my schedule for a Hawaii Trip before this fall (at the earliest).

I have 147 and 68 (for DAR-F) and I am sure I could find the time for a HI trip

 

[Mel]

I have 147 and 68 (for DAR-F) and I am sure I could find the time for a HI trip

But he is asking for E-LSA. That's function code 157.

 

[rvbuilder2002]

But he is asking for E-LSA. That's function code 157.

Sorry...typo
I know it is 157 (since I have it)

 

[thomasyost]

I just emailed Scott. Thanks all for the correction on the function code from the local FSDO.

 

[texdog]

Why can’t you get the FSDO to do the inspection?

 

[BobTurner]

Why can’t you get the FSDO to do the inspection?

Re -read post #1.
But yes, call the FSDO back, ask them for the phone number of a qualified DAR that is less than 2000 miles away, then ask them again to do it. Really, it’s their job.

 

[MacCool]

Re -read post #1.
But yes, call the FSDO back, ask them for the phone number of a qualified DAR that is less than 2000 miles away, then ask them again to do it. Really, it’s their job.

Then hang up and call someone else at the FSDO and ask them. You'll likely get a different answer.

 

[rbenua]

Purely out of curiosity, what's the process like for a DAR to get authorization for a new function code? Would it be reasonable to ask the guy on Oahu who has code 137 (experimental - exhibition / air racing) if he could get authorization for 157, or would it involve lots of training and paperwork for him to get that additional category just to inspect your airplane?

I agree with others that the FSDO ought to do it since there are no existing designees who can, I'm just wondering what it would look like from the DAR's perspective to get a request like that.

 

[Mel]

I agree with others that the FSDO ought to do it since there are no existing designees who can, I'm just wondering what it would look like from the DAR's perspective to get a request like that.

It's not at all unusual for DARs to get requests from long distances.
Many times these applicants want a DAR that they know is familiar with their particular aircraft.

 

[rbenua]

It's not at all unusual for DARs to get requests from long distances.
Many times these applicants want a DAR that they know is familiar with their particular aircraft.

To clarify, I meant asking a nearby DAR to pick up a new function code (that's relatively similar to one they have), not asking a faraway DAR to travel to you. Though as you point out, familiarity with the type is probably a good reason to prefer the second approach.

 

[Mel]

To clarify, I meant asking a nearby DAR to pick up a new function code (that's relatively similar to one they have), not asking a faraway DAR to travel to you. Though as you point out, familiarity with the type is probably a good reason to prefer the second approach.

Sorry, I misunderstood the comment. A DAR should be happy to pickup a new function code if qualified. He/She would just need to study up on the new category and be able to prove competence.

 

[Ironflight]

Purely out of curiosity, what's the process like for a DAR to get authorization for a new function code? Would it be reasonable to ask the guy on Oahu who has code 137 (experimental - exhibition / air racing) if he could get authorization for 157, or would it involve lots of training and paperwork for him to get that additional category just to inspect your airplane?

I agree with others that the FSDO ought to do it since there are no existing designees who can, I'm just wondering what it would look like from the DAR's perspective to get a request like that.

I have a particular niche’ Function Code (138) that the Reno FSDO needed me to have in order to license F-5 Fighter jets being used as aggressor aircraft and licensed E-Exhibition. Even though THEY had the need, I had to apply, show competence with the category, and go through a review committee that had to include someone from OKC and from Washington. Took several months - all while the customer waited because the FSDO didn’t have anyone to do it. Don’t ask how I became competent with E-Exhibition jets…..

 

[rvbuilder2002]

Don’t ask how I became competent with E-Exhibition jets…..

Proof that personal experience comes in many flavors

 

[Pilot135pd]

Very interesting subject, I love learning new things here. If I were to do a search for a DAR on https://designee.faa.gov/designeeLocator, what kind of DAR and what Function Code would they need to have for me to find one to approve replacing a factory pitot tube on a vintage 73 year old single engine standard category plane, with a modern Dynon or Garmin pitot tube?

 

[rvbuilder2002]

Very interesting subject, I love learning new things here. If I were to do a search for a DAR on https://designee.faa.gov/designeeLocator, what kind of DAR and what Function Code would they need to have for me to find one to approve replacing a factory pitot tube on a vintage 73 year old single engine standard category plane, with a modern Dynon or Garmin pitot tube?

DAR's deal with certification processes, not modifications that would make an aircraft no longer meet its type design.

What you may need (depending on what the FAA decides) is a DER (Designated Engineering Representative, and a field approval authorization.

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[Pilot135pd]

DAR's deal with certification processes, not modifications that would make an aircraft no longer meet its type design.

What you may need (depending on what the FAA decides) is a DER (Designated Engineering Representative, and a field approval authorization.

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That's what I thought too, until I got this email from the FAA (I blacked out identifying parts to protect the innocent) offering to give me the name of a DAR to do it. ????