On Friday, February 23, 2018 at 9:08:29 PM UTC-8, Tom wrote:
Oh, I forgot - there is a good argument that a low pass is not legal. That whole minimum altitude over "a congested area but “not for the purpose of takeoff or landing.” Take a look at 91.119, make your call eyes wide open. Sorry to take all the fun out of it. I know - there's many rationalizations, justifications and arguments. Not trying to pick a fight - just pointing out some issues with the practice of this maneuver.

Tom

Not legal, cloud clearance. How many glider pilots actually know and adhere to the cloud clearance regs above 10K. I have never actually been to cloud base and I am sticking to that story.