Some say Light-Sport Aircraft (LSA) are too expensive. With some topping $200,000, that rings true… in some cases. Yet more budget-friendly models are available and Oshkosh 2012 unveiled another. Now Zenith Aircraft’s kit STOL CH 750 is available as a... Continue Reading →
Wanted: LSA pilots for FAA survey
Posted on September 10th, 2012 by Janice Wood
The Light Aircraft Manufacturers Association is asking all pilots of Light-Sport Aircraft (LSA) to participate in the 34th annual General Aviation (GA) and Part 135 Activity Survey, which is used to assess aviation safety. Because of the newness of LSA,... Continue Reading →
The cost of certification
Posted on September 9th, 2012 by Dan Johnson
Since AirVenture 2012, I’ve been part of several discussions about the way — and reasons why — aircraft become certified. Sound boring? Yes and no. One way this might get your interest is to consider if Icon Aircraft, which is... Continue Reading →
Electric! Gorgeous! Freedom!…4th generation ULS
Posted on September 6th, 2012 by Dan Johnson
Randall Fishman virtually invented the electric aircraft. That’s a rather big statement, yet I stand behind it. Randall first showed a functional electric trike at Oshkosh 2007. He’s been on a tear ever since and his ULS is his present... Continue Reading →
CubCrafters Carbon Cub SS evolves
Posted on September 4th, 2012 by Janice Wood
After three years in production and a fleet of more than 100 aircraft, the CubCrafters Carbon Cub SS Light-Sport Aircraft (LSA) is evolving for 2013. Changes include a new cowling design, an improved cabin heat system, a new starter, and... Continue Reading →
FAA delays decision on Icon weight increase
Posted on September 3rd, 2012 by Janice Wood
FAA officials have informed Icon Aircraft that a decision on the company’s request for an exemption to the Light-Sport Aircraft weight limitations for its amphibious Icon A5 won’t be made until the end of the year, according to a report... Continue Reading →
Jus’ Buzzng Round
Posted on August 30th, 2012 by Janice Wood
Spotted while walking through the vintage aircraft area at this summer’s Oshkosh was a 1947 Navion sporting military colors. Why wasn’t it parked in the Warbird area? Because owner Robert Gaines of Nashville wanted to park close to his friends.... Continue Reading →
Tecnam lights up the sky at the London Paralympics
Posted on August 30th, 2012 by Janice Wood
Millions of TV viewers around the world who tuned in to the opening ceremony of the 2012 Paralympics in London saw that flying a general aviation airplane is an achievable dream for everyone. The opening act of the ceremonies included... Continue Reading →
Bearhawk LSA debuts
Posted on August 30th, 2012 by Janice Wood
Bearhawk designer Bob Barrows — who designed the four-place Bearhawk and the two-place Bearhawk Patrol — has turned his attention to his next creation, the Bearhawk Light-Sport Aircraft (LSA). Continue Reading →
Twin Commander debuts Rudder Pedal Seals
Posted on August 30th, 2012 by Janice Wood
Twin Commander Aircraft has developed a kit that ensures good results in an area that can be difficult to protect from pressurization leaks — the rudder-pedal horns. Leaks in the boots that enclose the rudder-pedal horns can result in noticeable... Continue Reading →
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