It seems there is some confusion over the effects of the new rules regarding charity flights (AVwebFlash, Feb. 11). Of particular concern would be whether flights must stay within 25 nm of -- and return to -- the departure airport, and the minimum flight hours a pilot must have in order to conduct the flight.Section VI.A.2 defines a "charitable event" as "an event that raises funds ..." Likewise for non-profit events. I read that to mean that Young Eagles flights where no money is paid or contributed may be conducted without regard to any of the proposed rules. Similarly, Angel Flights, where the flight is provided at no charge, may also be conducted without regard to these new rules.Have I missed something in the final rules?Torrey Everett
This is a companion discussion topic for the original entry at https://www.avweb.com/features/reader-mail/avmail-feb-26-2007-2