Noel Simmons
Well Known Member
Before everyone gets out their favorite flame throwers (I known you have them at the ready). I find this interesting.
Van's quote
"Although the E-LSA category does not permit
builders to vary from the kit or plans (no
unapproved engines, propellers, etc. are allowed)
it does have some very attractive features.
In the E-LSA category, there is no
“51%” rule, and no restriction on who may
assist in building the airplane."
This would be really nice for us here at Blue Sky Aviation. I would love to get into "production". We have been running some numbers and we think we can produce RV-12s with an enclosed trailer for $85-90K.
I am also thinking we will still need to "certify" the shop according to ASTM standards. Two years ago we were going to produce our own LSA and we implemented the facility standards so this will not be an issue for us.
I would sure like to see us, Americans, building RV-12s rather than China or Philippines.
Van's quote
"Although the E-LSA category does not permit
builders to vary from the kit or plans (no
unapproved engines, propellers, etc. are allowed)
it does have some very attractive features.
In the E-LSA category, there is no
“51%” rule, and no restriction on who may
assist in building the airplane."
This would be really nice for us here at Blue Sky Aviation. I would love to get into "production". We have been running some numbers and we think we can produce RV-12s with an enclosed trailer for $85-90K.
I am also thinking we will still need to "certify" the shop according to ASTM standards. Two years ago we were going to produce our own LSA and we implemented the facility standards so this will not be an issue for us.
I would sure like to see us, Americans, building RV-12s rather than China or Philippines.
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