Podcast: LSA Manufacturers Mixed On BasicMed Effects

Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • LSA manufacturers at the Sport Aviation Expo discussed their expectations regarding the newly announced FAA BasicMed rule.
  • They acknowledged that a segment of buyers chooses LSAs primarily to avoid the medical certification process, potentially preferring larger aircraft otherwise.
  • However, the majority of their customers are primarily seeking a safe and modern two-seat aircraft, not solely avoiding a medical.
See a mistake? Contact us.

At the Sport Aviation Expo is Sebring this week, we spoke with several manufacturers of light sport aircraft (LSAs) about their expectations for the newly announced FAA BasicMed rule. The people who spoke to us for this AVweb exclusive podcast acknowledged that there are buyers for whom avoiding a medical is the key criterion and who might prefer a larger aircraft but felt most of their buyers were pilots who wanted a safe and modern two-seat aircraft.

Duration: 8:04

File Size: 7.4 MB download here

Sign-up for newsletters & special offers!

Get the latest stories & special offers delivered directly to your inbox

SUBSCRIBE