Peter wrote:
OK, but then you need a permit from almost every country. I would love to know how these were obtained on the last flight. Must have taken ages.
I’m pretty sure that most countries involved have no clue about the difference between a UL/Microlight/whatever it’s called and a Cessna.
I’m pretty sure that most countries involved have no clue about the difference between a UL/Microlight/whatever it’s called and a Cessna.
The Cessna will need “overfly permit” (or landing & cruising permit) in most of the countries visited or overflown but it won’t need “aircraft permit” as it’s on COFA
Likely there was no extra “UL/ULM permit”, people fly them without and it’s likely the case of Zara RTW, you just waive your overflying permit like it’s a Cessna 
Ibra wrote:
you just waive your overflying permit like it’s a Cessna
My point exactly !
Not really the answer to the Q though, is it? We all know it can be done that way. The non-certified community has been doing this for decades.
Surprisingly the Guinness “Round the World” regulations seem to have no definitions of “Male” and “Female”. Some US swimming organisations have updated their specifications.
I don’t see the problem. You follow the AIP and that’s it.
I checked, but the AIP also does not have a definition of “Male” and “Female”.
SNCR.
Permits are (of course) requested of all countries along the route, and yes, it’s a lot of paperwork.
The authorities know the difference between an ICAO compliant aircraft and a non-compliant aircraft. It’s kind of their bread and butter, after all!
I would say: go for it!
Hats off for @Sam_Rutherford: for supporting his children to aim for the stars.
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