just curious, but what do you need to test fly that can only be done at Buttonwillow? Just remember, it is an AMA field and rules apply. It just seems a little far to travel if you just need to test fly a plane.
OK, to clear it up...
The aircraft is well within AMA rules for turbine operations. I wanted to fly at BW so I would not have to worry about runway length. The jet I will be testing has a been rumored not to stop flying and if you don't nail the approach you will quickly run out of runway. Therefore I would like the cushion of a long runway on the first flights.
Not looking to test some 100 pound rule breaker, just looking for a little wiggle room.