1. Instructor Seminars August 2009 CHANGES
Light Sport Aircraft

2. Light Sport Aircraft – Special (LSA-S)

6. Light Sport Aircraft Background
USA Situation – pilot & A/C numbers
Sport Pilot
Sport pilot instructors
Sport pilot repairman qualification
New Zealand situation

7. 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

8. Work To Be Done Final rule to be signed Part 1, 21, 47 & 91
ACU responsible for manufacturing

9. 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