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Instructor Seminars August 2009 CHANGES. Light Sport Aircraft. Light Sport Aircraft – Special (LSA-S). Light Sport Aircraft Background. USA Situation – pilot & A/C numbers Sport Pilot Sport pilot instructors Sport pilot repairman qualification New Zealand situation.
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Instructor Seminars August 2009CHANGES Light Sport Aircraft
Light Sport Aircraft Background • USA Situation – pilot & A/C numbers • Sport Pilot • Sport pilot instructors • Sport pilot repairman qualification • New Zealand situation
New Zealand - Differences • E-LSA will be considered amateur-built • Retractable landing gear OK • Variable pitch props OK • No cruise speed restriction • Day VFR only • Manufacturing certificate is required
Work To Be Done • Final rule to be signed Part 1, 21, 47 & 91 • ACU responsible for manufacturing
Industry Reaction – So Far • At least two intending NZ manufacturers (Kahu & Omega) • A number of Aero Clubs in serious negotiations and others requesting demonstration flights • Four aircraft of one model alone awaiting introduction of the rule prior to registration application