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Mel Asberry

Mel Asberry
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Mel Asberry is an experienced Designated Airworthiness Representative specializing in Experimental/Amateur-Built aircraft. He and his wife, Ann, have built seven amateur-built airplanes including two ultralight types, a Moni Motorglider, a Dragonfly Mk2, two RV-6s and a Zenair CH 601HDS. They are currently building a scratch-built biplane.

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Converting a Taylorcraft to E/A-B, rebuilding and modifying a Rans S-9.

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Higlander gross weight increase, using certified parts in a plansbuilt Cub.

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Registering without builders logs, adjustable prop on an LSA, incorrect N-number placement, repairman certificate for a rebuilt RV-6.

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One fuel gauge for two tanks, becoming the builder of record, converting a Europa to LSA.

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Combining parts from multiple kits, N-numbers, using an amphibian for land-only training.

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RV-7A converted to RV-7, importing a Canadian ultralight to the U.S. and registering as an LSA.

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Certified aircraft converted to Experimental, ELSA vs. E/A-B, op limits for major changes.

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Lost logbooks and airworthiness certificate, confusion about Light Sport Aircraft.

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Required placards, placing an Experimental in an S-Corp., licensing a KR-2 as an LSA.

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Additional Pilot Program, proving LSA eligibility, complying with the 51% rule.

In Case You Missed It

Cable Classroom

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Most homebuilt aircraft use control cables, so it's helpful to understand how to select, install and maintain them.

COVIDity Blues

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As I write this, it is the Ides of March in the year that...

Rabbit Holes

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Conquering unforeseen challenges when building, flying, and maintaining an aircraft.

Second Time Charm

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There’s no other way but to admit that I found dozens of reasons to...