Sport Pilot Talk

Well here is a picture taken by my passenger on climout where I am just about levelled off, still climbing at 100 fpm. We had full gas 134 lbs and 500 lbs of meat in there. I know,,, transponder is on STDBY. Darn pictures anyway. I have never ran it full out except on climb out which is typically 1...

I'll bet they can install an AP when ordering the plane new from them. Yes, I'd bet they can, and will. One of the advantages of ordering a plane factory-new is that you can usually specify exactly the equipment you want in it. And, the manufacturer is strongly motivated to accommodate you, with mo...

I think we already corrected this in another thread, but Paul's answer needs to be amended in one area: Jack, you're right. What I meant to say is: If you buy an S-LSA and choose to keep it registered as an S-LSA , the only way you can legally add anything is with a Letter of Authorization... I thi...

am wondering if an autopilot can be installed on this plane, say using the D100? That depends upon whether you buy a factory-built (S-LSA) model or build from kit (and register as E-LSA or E-AB). In the case of an E-AB, you can put in anything you want, at the time of construction, as long as (a) y...

Can an A240 have an autopilot installed in combination with the D100?

The A220/240 seems to fulfill my requirements for an LSA: relatively low cost, simple, high wing for good visibility, decent cruise speed, folding wings, factory-built certification for instruction and hiring, classic lines and, like all real air machines, sticks instead of steering wheels! :wink: ...