November 25, 2014

VIA ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION

The Rules Docket (AGC 200)

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Avenue, SW

Washington, DC. 20591

Re: Petition to renew the Lone Star Flight Museum’s Living History Flight 

Exemption which exempts Federal Aviation Regulations 91.315, 119.5(g), and 

119.21(a) for the operation of the Lone Star Flight Museum’s B-25 and B-17

aircraft.

To Whom It May Concern:

Enclosed is a petition to renew the Lone Star Flight Museum’s Living History Flight 

Exemption which provides relief from Federal Aviation Regulations 91.315, 119.5(g), and 

119.21(a) for the operation of our B-25 and B-17 aircraft.

Very Truly yours,

 

Larry J. Gregory

President

Lone Star Flight Museum
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TO: The Rules Docket (AGC 200)

 Federal Aviation Administration

 800 Independence Avenue, SW

 Washington, DC. 20591

PETITION TO RENEW THE LONE STAR FLIGHT MUSEUM’S LIVING HISTORY 

FLIGHT EXEMPTION WHICH EXEMPTS FEDERAL AVIATION REGULATIONS 91.315, 

119.5(G), AND 119.21(A) FOR THE OPERATION OF THE LONE STAR FLIGHT MUSEUM’S 

B-25 AND B-17 AIRCRAFT.

PETITIONERS: LONE STAR FLIGHT MUSEUM

 P.O. BOX 3099

 2002 TERMINAL DR.

 GALVESTON, TX 77552
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PETITION SUMMARY

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 March 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 

American 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 

family members of veterans and other individuals to spread the ashes of their loved one from the 

B-17 and B-25. We believe this is a meaningful tribute to many of our country’s veterans and is in 

the public interest, and does not set a precedent as we were previously granted permission from 

the FAA to do this activity.

REASON 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 throughout 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 necessary 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 

maintenance is accomplished pursuant to the applicable FAR and appropriate military technical 

orders. The LSFM has developed and instituted a Safety Management System and a LHFE 
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Operations Manual to provide enhanced safety measures to insure an equivalent level of safety 

for the public. 

In previous grants of exemption, the Federal Aviation Administration [FAA] has 

recognized the historical and educational experience these storied aircraft provide to the general 

public. Based upon that recognition and the assurances of safety set forth by the LSFM in this 

Petition for Exemption, the scope of FAR 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.

SAFETY 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 the 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 Operations Manual. The Pilot in Command 

and Second 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 enhanced by the operation of these aircraft. All flight operations will be conducted as local 

flights. Therefore, the proposed operations will not present an element of competition to the 
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scheduled and non-scheduled air carriers. The implementation of our Safety Management 

System, our LHFE Operations Manual which includes the enhanced pilot training syllabus, and 

the maintenance requirements demonstrate the requisite equivalent level 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 STAR FLIGHT MUSEUM

 

Dated: November 25, 2014 By:________________________________________________

Larry J. Gregory, President

Lone Star Flight Museum

P.O. Box 3099

2002 Terminal, Dr.

Galveston, TX 77552