What makes a helicopter "Ultralight" in EU? In the USA it can't be over 254 pounds.
In the European Union (EU), ultralight helicopters are classified as "ultralight aircraft" and are regulated by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).
The specific rules and regulations for ultralight aircraft, including helicopters, in the EU can be found in EASA Regulation (EU) No. 1178/2011, which sets out the technical and operational requirements for the operation of small aircraft.
It's important to note that the rules and regulations for ultralight helicopters in the EU may differ from those in other countries, such as the United States. In the USA, ultralight helicopters are regulated by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and are subject to different rules and requirements.
According to EASA regulations, ultralight aircraft are defined as aircraft that meet the following criteria:
- Maximum take-off mass (MTOM) of 450 kg or less
- Designed to carry no more than two persons, including the pilot
- Used for leisure, sports, or personal purposes only
- Not used for commercial purposes or for hire or reward
The specific rules and regulations for ultralight aircraft, including helicopters, in the EU can be found in EASA Regulation (EU) No. 1178/2011, which sets out the technical and operational requirements for the operation of small aircraft.
It's important to note that the rules and regulations for ultralight helicopters in the EU may differ from those in other countries, such as the United States. In the USA, ultralight helicopters are regulated by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and are subject to different rules and requirements.
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