Ep 2 Maiden Flight! Task-Based Flight Test Series

One of the most exhilarating things a pilot can do is take their homebuilt airplane on its FIRST FLIGHT! We'll talk about all the considerations to make it safe and rewarding in the new Task-Based Flight Test Construct laid out in Advisory Circular 90-89C. We'll also discuss the Special Airworthiness Certificate's operating limitations for my experimental amateur built airplane, specifically what it says for phase 2. Consider following Cleared Direct on IG at https://www.instagram.com/cleared_direct_resources/ 0:00 Intro 1:28 Pinned Comment from Episode 1 2:26 Operating Limitations Clarification 5:17 Brief - Flight Test Card 15:33 Execution 16:03 Priorities. Declaring Emergency 16:35 First Flight Prep & Considerations 19:17 Chase Aircraft 20:39 Weather & Crosswinds 21:00 High-Speed Taxi Test & Brake Wear-In 22:05 Airport Choice 24:03 Safety Steve, Preach-on! 27:18 Unparalleled Gratification 27:41 Debrief