Light sport airplanes were supposed to be a cheaper alternative to certified aircraft and they are. But in this republication of AVweb’s analysis of the accident record of these airplanes, the data confirms what many skeptics worried about: They suffer more crashes than standard category aircraft. This video explains why.
Second Look: Why Light Sport Aircraft Suffer So Many Crashes
Key Takeaways:
- Light sport airplanes (LSAs) successfully serve as a cheaper alternative to traditional certified aircraft.
- Despite their cost-effectiveness, LSAs experience a higher accident rate compared to standard category aircraft.
- The linked video/analysis provides an explanation for why these aircraft suffer more crashes.
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