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Failure to allow owner maintenance of Group G aircraft under RAAus was a mistake in my opinion. Last time I inquired they couldn't give me a timeframe for Group G becoming active, apparently they are waiting to develop a Group G endorsement course for pilots wishing to fly Group G aircraft. Another reason to stay under VH Experimental

10 years isn't too bad, the ~$30k quote from AllShelter for a replacement skin and back wall was a bit of a shock though

Not in my shire, you now need a permit for an all shelter, you even need a permit if you want a shipping container on your rural property for more than 28 days. I have an All Shelter like the one you pictured. At ten years old the canvas diassembled itself

Both of you are right, at the moment what you have posted is true, what Burnie posted is currently in the works and due to be released very soon. CASA are working on a Part 43 Instrument that will allow owners to work on aircraft they have not built. "Part 43 of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations (CASR) which will set out the rules for maintaining aircraft. These rules are proposed to apply to aircraft engaged in private, flight training, aerial application, and aerial work operations" https://www.casa.gov.au/rules/regulatory-framework/casr/part-43-casr-maintenance-aircraft-private-and-aerial-work-operations Here is the spiel from the SAAA website - https://saaa.asn.au/maintenace-for-aircraft-owners/ "Maintenance Update for Non Builders – 8th April 2026 We’ve had a number of enquiries about the upcoming maintenance pathway for owners who didn’t build their EAB aircraft. CASA is still finalising the instrument that will outline the requirements, and we’ll share more information as soon as it’s released. It’s important to note that this is not a SAAA issued instrument. It is a CASA qualification, and once in place, it will give eligible non builders the privilege and authority to maintain their own EAB aircraft in accordance with the instrument.

Any updates on the release date for the CASA Instrument to allow owner maintenance? I have already registered my interest with SAAA to take part in the MPC course when they start taking reservations

Thanks Jack. Please keep us in the loop with what RAAUS have to say about it. Personally I am looking to move my aircraft to VH experimental before my renewal is due later this year

Does it have the active noise reduction?

Thanks Ross, I will be buying from Bullant if I can't find any second hand ones. They are very competitive with their pricing

Your bias is shown by your inability to accept any opinion other than your own, even when your opinion contradicts proven facts. Quite funny given your forum alias.... I posted what was reported on multiple news sites, because it does not suit your narrative you immediately assumed they are Murdoch news outlets.

I don't care which side of the uniparty is running the country, they are all useless, albosleazy is just more useless than most. He can't even remember what he has said so lies to deny previous comments. Once again though you show your bias and inability to further your knowledge. The figure I quoted is listed on multiple news sites, both privately owned and the ABC. Better discredit the ABC now since they don't fit your narrative

So it is the same as 90% of your posts, trash? Just because you claim your posts as facts does not make them so. The figure I posted are reported on multiple news outlets, I am guessing they are wrong too because you don't agree or is it because I have a different opinion to you of our useless PM and his party.

Albosleazy has come out and said "Eighty per cent of diesel production is continuing, 80 per cent of aviation fuel is continuing, and 60 per cent of petrol production is proceeding today." after the fire at the Viva refinery. Given his innate inability to be truthful, the above figures could be complete BS

It's his go to if you disagree with him. Doesn't matter if he is delivering outdated advice or you have different political views, He is always right and anyone who disagrees is wrong and open to be insulted. If you don't agree you'll be accused of stifling discussion or told you are being ridiculous, then you'll be accused of personal attacks.

It seems to be the usual RAAus inconsistencies. I was speaking to a CFI the other day who was told that he needed to get the membership application form signed in all places before taking people for a TIF. Another CFI I spoke to hadn't even been made aware of the new forms with the new signature requirements.

MAAA uses weight classes too Light Models: Generally models below 7kg Large/Heavy Models: Dry mass from 7 - 25kg These require a heavy model permit to fly and strict inspection. Permits can only be granted after an Airworthiness Inspection and evaluation process. This includes demonstrating to an MAAA Heavy Model Inspector that the person to be authorised to fly the model has the ability to safely operate the model in flight. Giant Model Aircraft: Dry mass 25kg - 150kg MAAA clubs operating above 400ft AGL require a specific CASA Area Approval, managed through MAAA MOP067 assessment procedures. This process includes a site risk assessment, potential NOTAM, and compliance with MOP004 in Class G airspace to ensure seperation from full-size

I Follow Roads.... or railway lines or rivers

It is not uncommon for model aircraft clubs to have CASA approvals to operate within a certain area above 400ft AGL. Typically the ERSA for the closest airfield will be updated with model aircraft listed as a hazard and their location and maximum height. The issues you will run in to with requesting radio calls is that the aeromodellers will need to hold an AROC to broadcast on 126.7. Handheld Airbands are usually pretty average in their ability to transmit from the ground up too There is little to no chance of model aircraft being approved to use a transponder or conspicuity device. In the drone world CASA will only approve the use of a secondary surveillance radar (SSR) or an automatic dependent surveillance broadcast (ADS-B) transponder (electronic conspicuity (EC) device) if it is required for the duration of a drone operation, subject to CASA assessment, in the interest of air navigation safety. In general, approval will only be issued to BVLOS operations above 400 ft in non-controlled airspace, BVLOS operations in controlled airspace, or other operations that are integrating with crewed aircraft and require ADS-B out for separation requirements. The MAAA run the model aircraft regulations and there is no avenue to use a transponder under their regulations In Vic I know Werribee MAC, P&DARCS and PARCS have 1500ft AGL approval, pretty sure VARMS does as well, Greensborough MAC have 900ft.

Thanks Jack, look forward to hearing what you find out

In my training I enjoyed the flying more using the CASA flight planning notepad and occasionally referring to OzRunways or the paper charts to confirm my location. If I did my flight plans on the paper charts I would confirm it on OzRunways and vice versa.

I did my navigation theory exam a couple of weeks ago. I have the Bob Tait book and worked through it but found Pilot Practice Exams course and practice exams much easier to retain. https://www.pilotpracticeexams.com/ra-aus-theory-course/

Definitely the most cost effective option. I hope to do my RPL conversion with Latrobe Valley Aero Club in my Mustang

I tend to go up for a week at a time. If all goes according to plan I will be able to fly myself up in one of my own aircraft by the end of the year.

I drive up to WIngs out West from Victoria. It's well worth the 10 hour drive to train with Dan and Coops in the Legend Cubs. Only problem is you will want a Cub of your own

That seems a bit steep, unless they did all the hangers on both wings. After speaking to a couple of L2's, they both said it is not an overly challenging job but it is quite time consuming. Especially when you factor in the fabric repair and repainting. You might be able to find a L2 who can do the structural repairs and let you repair the fabric. Pretty sure that can be done by the owner on a 55 reg as a minor repair