Light Sport Aircraft News

TÜV SÜD Auditors Confirm Manufacturer's Best Practices

Leinfelden-Echterdingen, GERMANY / 28 June 2011- With the American Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Aircraft Certification Branch planning to begin visits to Light-Sport Aircraft manufacturers later this year, some companies are scrambling to prepare for those government inspections. Flight Design was again evaluated to positive result but this is standard procedure for the German producer.

CANNES, France, June 9, 2011 — Cessna Aircraft Company, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, today debuted its Model 162 Skycatcher light sport aircraft in Europe. The introduction took place at the Cannes (France) AirShow 2011 which begins today and runs through June 11.

Competitive Pricing in US Dollars and Euros Plus True 4-Seat Performance

Leinfelden-Echterdingen, GERMANY / 4 May 2011 - After the recent successful launch of their new four seat C4, Flight Design identified how their fresh all carbon speedster will soundly alter the market by combining true four adult cabin room and performance with a price point offering exceptional value ... a winning combination simply not available in any other aircraft today.

New joint effort aims to gain more pilots from airshow attendees, assist aviation enthusiasts to find airshows

April 9 (NASHVILLE, Tenn.)-Pilot Journey, a long time promoter of first time flight lessons, has teamed up with AttendStar, an online airshow ticketing service, to increase the U.S. pilot population.

U.S. Importer Further Increases "Domestic Content"

Lakeland, FLORIDA (Sun 'n Fun 2011) / March 31, 2011- Detroit auto manufacturers use the phrase "Domestic Content" to explain the portion of their vehicles that is fabricated in America. For several years, importer Flight Design USA has been using an increasing portion of USA made components in the CT and MC series aircraft they sell to Americans.

Company Donates System to Able Flight at Sun 'n Fun

Lakeland, FLORIDA (Sun 'n Fun 2011) / March 31, 2011 - Flight Design GmbH, creator and builder of the market leading CT series of Light-Sport Aircraft, wants to help disabled pilots in their quest to learn to fly. To support the great work being done by Able Flight (http://www.ableflight.org/) Flight Design donated one of its hand control systems for use by a disabled student who has access to a Flight Design aircraft. With the largest fleet among LSA, more Flight Design CTs and MCs are available for this use.

LAMA  Accepts Role in Leading LSA Industry's Actions

Lakeland, FLORIDA (Sun 'n Fun 2011) / March 30, 2011 - Most free people know that with freedom comes responsibility. In aviation, this has played out dramatically with the emergence of the Sport Pilot / Light-Sport Aircraft rule issued in July 2004.

Lockwood's Sebring Aviation will Cease New Light-Sport Aircraft Sales

Sebring, FLORIDA / March 28, 2011 - Phil Lockwood announced that he will sharpen his focus on his core capability of parts and service for all Rotax-powered aircraft. Well known nationally for his support of the Rotax Aircraft Engine line, through Lockwood Aviation Supply and Lockwood Aviation Repair, Phil will shift resources from new aircraft sales to expand the parts and service business. Lockwood will eliminate activities that align the enterprise with any single brand of SLSA in a bid to widen its appeal and market base in aircraft service.

Police Join Fire Departments to Use Popular LSA

South Woodstock, CONNECTICUT / February 28, 2011 — Tulare County is situated about a hundred miles north of Los Angeles near California’s Sequoia National Forest. Facing the same budget constraints as many localities, Tulare County Sheriff Department Captain David Williams chose a Light-Sport Aircraft to perform patrol duties. He ordered a Flight Design CTLS.

Leinfelden-Echterdingen, GERMANY /  28 February 2011 — As a sign of Flight Design’s growing sophistication, recent introduction of the C4 created to meet EASA certification, and the worldwide acceptance of its U.S.-leading Light-Sport Aircraft, the CTLS, John Doman has joined Flight Design. Bringing his expertise as Vice President for Cessna, Doman recognizes the need for entry-level aircraft that appeal to a new generation of pilots.