International Flying

[semiller1184]

I am looking for experiences, has anyone flown into Central and South America from the States? If so, what did you do, how did you do it, and what recommendations do you have? Some time in the next 5 years I want to fly to South America (new bucket list item) and curious what others have done.

 

[Ralph Inkster]

Contact Baja Bush Pilots to get current status updates on requirements to fly your experimental (Special C of A) through Mexico.

 

[planenutz]

Barry Seal is your man.



Was your man.

 

[MacCool]

Some time in the next 5 years I want to fly to South America (new bucket list item) and curious what others have done.That would potentially be an exciting trip. What could possibly go wrong?

That would be a potentially exciting trip! What could possibly go wrong?

 

[- Poindexter -]

Yes, it’s completely doable in a Vans aircraft. I flew many times to Mexico when I had my 7A.
It’s just paperwork and knowing the bureaucracy, but the flying experience (to me) is easier than in the States.

Join Baja Bush Pilots. They are awesome and will help you with the “Experimental Aircraft” permission.
And, their Eapis + Mexico (and Canada + other countries) filing system is great.
Also, check out the “BuildFlyGo” videos where they took an RV 14 to Brazil. There is also a person (from Brazil) currently flying around the world in an RV 10.

Do your research on each country + requirements. Being prepared, makes things easier. Finally, do it! Ignore the snarky/snotty comments from folks that wish they could do it, but never will.