Experimental Cessna 441 ????

[N801BH]

Comments on why this might be listed as it is.

http://registry.faa.gov/aircraftinquiry/NNum_Results.aspx?NNumbertxt=48BS

 

[RotorAndWing]

Comments on why this might be listed as it is.

http://registry.faa.gov/aircraftinquiry/NNum_Results.aspx?NNumbertxt=48BS

Note the remark "To show compliance with FAR". I've seen this done when an aircraft has had a major modification (think engine change to a model not on the TCDS or approved via STC) and has been placed in the Experimental category to show compliance. After a predetermined period the aircraft mod is approved and the aircraft is returned to Standard Airworthiness.

Also used when a company is seeking an STC and flying the aircraft to seek approval.

 

[N801BH]

Thanks.. I see that now.....

The reason I asked was the plane is now in a million pieces all over the ground..

http://www.faa.gov/data_research/accident_incident/preliminary_data/events01/media/01_48BS.txt

 

[Goofy]

Saw a huge single turbine powered "Experimental" at Oshkosh. Looked kinda like a TBM. Too fancy for me so didn't pay much attention other than enjoying the designation.....

 

[wabower]

Probably an Epic.

Saw a huge single turbine powered "Experimental" at Oshkosh. Looked kinda like a TBM. Too fancy for me so didn't pay much attention other than enjoying the designation.....