by Dan Johnson | May 20, 2021 | LAMA - Light Aircraft Mfrs. Assoc., Splog
Concerning my recent article (May 16th) regarding FAA’s proposals to revise Light-Sport Aircraft… I can now clarify some uncertainties thanks to extra information I received. The arrival of the “Light Personal Aircraft” term introduced new concepts that require...
by Dan Johnson | May 16, 2021 | LAMA - Light Aircraft Mfrs. Assoc., Splog
During Sun ‘n Fun 2021, lots of people asked about further news on the coming aircraft regulation for Light-Sport Aircraft. Although more than 100,000 people have viewed the video at the bottom of this page, many have asked for an update. Not much news on MOSAIC (see...
by Dan Johnson | May 12, 2021 | Challenger II, II SC (Sport Cabin), Splog
I don’t believe the line about young people ignoring aviation. Maybe we older pilots don’t see enough action at flight schools, but not all flying happens at major flight centers. Lots of other avenues are available. For example, EAA has an endowment from the...
by Dan Johnson | May 3, 2021 | 20210506, Airshows & Fly-Ins, Aviation News, General Aviation, Light Sport Aircraft, LSA, Opinion, Splog, SUN 'n FUN
Electric aircraft, speedy new Light-Sport Aircraft, a “good” Tornado, and nightly STOL competitions were just some of the highlights at Paradise City, the LSA area of SUN ‘n FUN 2021. Read...
by Dan Johnson | May 1, 2021 | E-Props Propellers Company, Evolution Trikes, Luscombe Aircraft Corporation, RevX, Silvaire LSA-8, Skyleader (was Jihlavan), Skyleader 600, Splog
Continuing news from Sun ‘n Fun 2021 is rolling in from across the country. Even while most international enthusiasts were unable to attend because of covid-induced travel restrictions, Americans turned out in strong numbers — and had a great time. FAA personnel...
by Dan Johnson | Apr 24, 2021 | Beringer Aero, Beringer Aero USA, BRP-Powertrain (Rotax Aircraft Engines), C42, Comco Ikarus GmbH, Garmin International, Splog
Americans have seen Comco Ikarus‘ C42 before. At least three different importers have represented C42 versions to the U.S. market. Today, Germany’s most successful light aircraft is served by a Canada-based dealer, Ikarus Flight Centre. Yet no one can dispute that C42...
