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You have a question about what subjects are considered off-topic for the site

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Can we have the reasons why 'Does anyone know free DIY ultralight plans?' is off-topic?

This is the problem with broad close reasons, they're not very specific. You have to follow a couple of links to the on-topic help and then you will see one of the off-topic guidelines states: Res …
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Would this question be on-topic?

We have certainly had a number of questions over the years on how to become a commercial pilot, so I'm not too concerned about that aspect being on topic. The parts about this question which worry me …
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Are 'where to get API' questions on-topic?

I believe these are classic examples of shopping questions and as such should be considered off topic. It would be my preference to simply close those questions as off topic. Most are old, and theref …
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Why is resource location off-topic?

I agree that some can be useful questions but the majority tend to be one of: "What is the best....." - probably subjective, and not the good type of subjective. "Where can I find...." - the locati …
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Do we have a clear policy on drone questions?

TLDR; Here is an overview on what I suggest We clarify the scope of our questions on flying technique, aerodynamics, regulations (including Air Traffic control) and design/manufacture to prefer full …
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Can I ask parachute-related questions here, and if not where can I ask them?

Well, we have a parachute tag, so clearly some parachute questions are on topic. This is a site about Aviation, so your question would need to be about the aviation use of parachutes and not, for exam …
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What is the site policy on drone questions?

We have had two previous consultations on the subject of Drones/UAVs here at Aviation StackExchange, and have roughly come to the same conclusion in both. Further reading: How should we handle the ne …