Hello VAF!
I've attempted to search the forums to find this answer, but I need a vector.
I've decided to either buy or build an RV-7 or RV-8 next year. I'm currently working on assessing the annual and monthly expenses associated with owning one of these fine birds. One topic I don't fully understand is what is required for an annual inspection for an experimental aircraft. From what I can tell, if I build my RV, I get a certificate allowing me to do the inspection myself. If I buy an already built aircraft, do I need an A&P to do the annual? If so, am I still looking at the $2000+ a year? I've read that individuals that built their own RV have their annual done for a few $100.
Thank you for the help!
Matt
I've attempted to search the forums to find this answer, but I need a vector.
I've decided to either buy or build an RV-7 or RV-8 next year. I'm currently working on assessing the annual and monthly expenses associated with owning one of these fine birds. One topic I don't fully understand is what is required for an annual inspection for an experimental aircraft. From what I can tell, if I build my RV, I get a certificate allowing me to do the inspection myself. If I buy an already built aircraft, do I need an A&P to do the annual? If so, am I still looking at the $2000+ a year? I've read that individuals that built their own RV have their annual done for a few $100.
Thank you for the help!
Matt