November 25, 2014

**VI A**  **ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION** The Rules Docket (AGC 200) Federal Aviation Administration 800 Independence Avenue, SW Wa shington, DC. 20591

Re: P etition to renew the Lone Star Flight Museum’s Living History Flight Exem ption which exempts Federal Aviation Regulations 91.315, 119.5(g), and 11 9.21(a) for the operation of the Lone Star Flight Museum ’s B - 25 and B - 17 aircraft.

To Wh om It May Concern: Enclosed is a p etition to renew the Lone Star Flight Museum’s Living H istory Flight Exemption which provides relief from Federal Aviation Regulations 91.315, 1 19.5(g), and 119.21(a) for the o peratio n of our B - 25 and B - 17 aircraft.

Very Truly yours,

Larry J. Gregory President Lone Star Flig ht Museum2

TO: The Rules Docket (AGC 200) Federal Aviation Administration 800 Independence Avenue, SW Wa shington, DC. 20591

**PETITION TO RENEW THE LONE ST AR FLIGHT MUSEUM’S LIVING HISTORY**  **FLIGHT EXEMPTI ON WHICH EXEMPTS FEDERA**  **L A VIA**  **TION REGULA**

**TIONS 91.315, 119.5(G), A** **ND 119.21( A)**  **FOR THE OPERA TION OF THE LONE ST** **AR FLIGHT MUSEUM’S**  **B -** **25 AND B**  **- 17**  **AI RCRA**  **FT.**

**PETITIONERS: LONE STA** **R FLIGHT MUSEUM**

**P.O. BOX 3099 2002 TERMINA**  **L DR. GA**  **LVESTON, TX 77552**3 **PETITION SUMMA RY**  The Lone Star Flight Museum [ LSFM ] , formerly Texas Aviation Hall of Fame, dba Lone Star Flight Museum , requests consideration to renew our Living History Flight Exemption which expired M arch 31, 2014. The LHFE provides relief from Federal Aviation Regulations [FAR] 91.315, 119.5(g), and 119.21(a) for the operation of the LSFM ’s B - 25 (N333RW S/N 44 - 86734 ) and B - 17 (N900RW S/N 44 - 85718) aircraft. These aircraft represent two of the very rare North A me ri can B - 25 Mitchell and Boeing B - 17 Flying Fortress aircraft in airworthy condition. The LSFM wishes to provide historical flight experiences in these aircraft to its members and the general public. Both aircraft are certified in the limited category. We also request an allowance for the carriage of cargo for compensation or hire in the form of cremated human remains for the purpose of dispersal. The LSFM has received requests from fa mi ly me mb ers of veterans and other individuals to spread the ashes of th eir loved one from the B - 17 and B - 25. W e believe this is a meaningful tribute to many of our country’s veterans a nd is in the public interest, and does not set a precedent as we were previously granted permission from the FAA to do this activity. **REA SON**  **FOR PETITION** The LSFM is petitioning to renew an exemption, commonly referred to as the Living History Flight Exemption (LHFE) , from FAR 91.315, 119.5(g), and 119.21(a ) in order to offer the opportunity of a flight experience in the historic B - 25 and B - 17 aircraft. The LSFM plans to offer flight experiences at events through out the State of Texas as well as major aviation events around the country . An exemption from FAR 91.315, 119.5(g), and 119.21(a) is neces sary for the operations planned for these aircraft. Only qualified airmen are utilized in flight operations, and each is required to participate in initial and recurrent flight and ground training. Aircraft ma intenance is accomplished pursuant to the applicable FAR and appropriate military technica l orders. The LSFM has developed and instituted a Safety M anagement System and a LHFE4

Operations Manual to provide enhanced safety measures to insure an equivalent level of safety for the public. In previous grants of exemption, the Federa l Aviation Adm in istration [ FAA] has recognized the historical and educational experience these storied aircraft provide to the general public. Based u pon that recognition and the assurances of safety set forth by the LSFM in this Petition for Exemption, the scope of FA R 91.315, 119.5(g), and 119.21(a), specific to the operation of the LSFM B - 25 and B - 17 aircraft, does not set a precedent with the FAA. **SA FETY ISSUES**  The LSFM is committed to the safe operation of the B - 25 and B - 17 aircraft. The B - 25 and B - 17 both underwent a restoration process that encompassed nearly 25,000 total man hours prior to being returned to service. In order to preserve these aircraft to their restored condition, both aircraft are maintained at a level that meets or exceeds the FAR. FAA Approved Inspection Programs have been established for these aircraft. Appropriate military tech orders are also included in the maintenance of the aircraft in order to assure safe operation of the aircraft. Operational safety issues are a prime concern to t he LSFM . The LSFM has developed a Safety Management System (SMS) to foster and maintain a proactive safety culture. All pilots are required to meet or exceed the experience and training requirements specified in the attached LSFM LHFE Operations Manual . All flight operations are conducted in accordance with the Operations Manuals for the B - 25 and B - 17 aircraft. Aircraft flight and ground training will be conducted as delineated in the attached LSFM LHFE Op eration s Manual . The Pilot in Command and Secon d in Command flight and ground school training requirements will ensure safe operation of the aircraft. **DESCRIPTION OF THE RELIEF SOUGHT** The LSFM has illustrated the public interest that supports the grant of this Petition for Exemption from FAR 91.315 , 119 .5 (g), and 119.21(a). The LSFM educational mission will be greatly e nhanced by the operation of these aircraft. All flight ope rations will be conducted as local flights. Therefore, the proposed operations will not present an element of competition to the5

scheduled and n on - scheduled air carriers. The i mp lementation of our Safety Management System, our LHFE Operations Manual which includes the enhanced pilot training syllabus , and the ma intenance requirements demonstrate the requisite equivalent le ve l of safety provided to individuals who participate in a flight experience in both the B - 25 and B - 17 aircraft. Based upon the foregoing, the LSFM requests the FAA renew the LHFE for the operation of its B - 25 and B - 17 aircraft.

**LONE ST AR** **FLIGHT MU SEUM** 

Dated: November 25 , 2014 By :

________________________________________________ Larry J. Gregory, President
**Lone Star Flight Museum P.O. Box**  **3099 2002 Terminal, Dr.**  **Galveston, TX 77552**