In which case would an aircraft owner be exempt from filing requirements of the AAIR?

• A. Amateur build
• B. Aircraft undergoing extensive repairs
• C. Aircraft in storage for 2 years and minister has been notified
• D. All the above

Answer: (C)

The correct choice is that an aircraft owner would be exempt from filing requirements of the AAIR when the aircraft is in storage for two years and the minister has been notified. This exemption is based on specific regulations that recognize certain circumstances under which owners are not required to file the same level of operational information.

When an aircraft is in storage for an extended period, such as two years, and the responsible authorities have been duly informed, it indicates that the aircraft is not being operated and is not generating data that needs to be reported. This provision is designed to relieve the administrative burden from owners of inactive aircraft and streamline the reporting process by focusing on aircraft that are actively in use.

In contrast, other scenarios such as amateur-built aircraft or those undergoing extensive repairs do not automatically grant the same exemption from filing requirements under the AAIR. Amateur-built aircraft may still adhere to certain reporting criteria as they are still considered operational. Similarly, aircraft undergoing repairs need to be monitored for compliance with safety and maintenance regulations, and thus remain subject to filing requirements. The specific provisions for storage and notification provide a clear and defined exemption for circumstances where the aircraft is not being utilized in normal operational contexts.