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Is it possible to power an ultralight airplane with a single-cylinder weed-whacker engine?
In theory, yes. Non powered gliders can fly with no HP just off of thermals, so a 2HP engine would be a reasonable boost for a plane like that. But to take off, that likely wouldn’t cut it.
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Is it possible to power an ultralight airplane with a single-cylinder weed-whacker engine?
For comparison, the Wright flyer had a 12 horsepower engine and the minimum requirement by the Wrights was 8 horsepower. That's not to say there can't be a smaller/lighter plane, but they definitely ...
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Minimum HP for ultralight
That would be a little sketchy, given that commercial ultralights have motors ranging from 15 HP to 120. I’d opt for something within that range. Sure, it might be possible, but you would need an ...
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Is careless or reckless operation of an ultralight illegal?
Doing anything carelessly or recklessly (i.e. in a manner that puts the lives of others at unnecessary risk) is illegal. Flying an ultralight is no exception.
§ 91.13 Careless or reckless operation.
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Is careless or reckless operation of an ultralight illegal?
Your specific question: Is flying an ultralight in a careless or reckless manner illegal?
(Assuming that the "Ultralight" in question qualifies as an "Ultralight Vehicle" and is ...
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