EAA PRESENTATION
Sport Pilot
What the Rule Means to YOU, the Ultralight Pilot
Part 103 Ultralight Pilots
Part 103 remains totally intact
No changes
Training will be by Sport Pilot CFI's in certificated aircraft
The Sport Pilot Rules Provide New Opportunities
Carry a passenger
Get credit for training and time toward an FAA Sport Pilot certificate
Fly faster & heavier aircraft
Log time toward advanced ratings
Buy ready-to-fly aircraft
The Sport Pilot Rules will affect at least 8 areas of FAA regulations
Flight Training
Medical Standards
Flight Instructor Pilot Certification
Pilot Certification
Aircraft Certification
Aircraft Production Certification
Aircraft Maintenance
Aircraft Repairman Certification
Sport Pilot Eligible Aircraft
Gross weight less than 1232 lbs
44 mph (39 kt) or less landing configuration stall
51 mph (44 kt) or less cruise configuration stall speed
132 mph (115 kt) max. full power straight & level
One pilot and one passenger
Fixed or ground adjustable prop
Non-retractable landing gear
Day-VFR conditions
Training requirements will be appropriate to the type of aircraft
Fixed wing
Powered Parachute
Trike
Glider
The requirements to be a Sport Pilot appropriate to this type of flying
Valid driver's license or 3rd class medical
Minimum 20 hours training
Knowledge test
Oral exam
Flight test
Sport Pilots will be able to fly
Standard Category
Primary Category
Experimental Amateur-Built
Rule Creates 2 New Categories of Aircraft
Special Light Sport Aircraft
Experimental Light Sport Aircraft
Special Light Sport Aircraft
Personal or Commercial Use
Factory built - ready-to-fly
Will be "trainers" of the future
Require 80 hour maintenance course or A&P if used commercially
ASTM Consensus Standards are being developed
Experimental Light Sport Aircraft
Personal Use
Kit version of Special Light Sport
"51% Rule" does not apply
16 hour inspection course or A&P
Owner maintenance advantages
Ultralight trainers and "Fat Ultralights" transition to Experimental Light Sport
How Will Sport Pilot Affect the Ultralight Community?
Registered Ultralight pilot with "fat ultralight"
Get notarized statement of eligibility from EAA or other exemption holder
Take written test
Take oral test
Take flight test
Register aircraft with FAA
Get DAR inspection
Take 16 hour inspection course (if desired)
Non-Registered Ultralight Pilot Wanting to Transition to Sport Pilot
Get minimum 20 hours instruction or register prior to Rule effective date
Take written test
Take oral exam
Take flight test
Register aircraft with FAA
Get DAR inspection
Take 16 hour inspection course (if desired)
Registered Ultralight Flight Instructor Who Owns a Trainer
Get notarized statement of eligibility from EAA or other exemption holder
Take Sport Pilot Flight Instructor written test
Take oral exam
Take flight test
Register aircraft with FAA as an Experimental Light Sport Aircraft
Registered Ultralight Flight Instructor who owns a trainer
Get DAR inspection
Take 16 hour inspection course to do own condition inspections
Use aircraft for 3-7 years commercially depending on final rule
By the end of grace period; obtain Special Light Sport Aircraft
Holder of Any FAA Pilot Certificate
Make sure flight review is current
Have a valid driver's license or current 3rd class medical
Go flying
Holder of FAA CFI Certificate
Make sure your CFI is current
Be current in category of aircraft in which you intend to instruct
No further rating is necessary
FAA Commercial certificate not required for new FAA Sport Pilot CFIs
EAA Will Help You Transition
EAA Will Provide Flight Experience Documentation
Credit will be given for flight time, however, Ultralight time still cannot be credited as logged time
This will meet flight proficiency and flight time requirements
EAA Training Programs Will Be Expanded
Ultralight Courses will continue
Courses appropriate to Sport Pilots and Sport Pilot CFIs will be added
EAA Classroom Training Courses
Sport Pilot written test prep
Flight Instructor written test prep
EAA Internet Training Courses
Sport Pilot written test prep
Sport Pilot practical test prep
Flight Instructor written test prep
Flight Instructor practical test prep
Written Testing at EAA
Sport Pilot Written Test
Flight Instructor Written Test
EAA N-Number Package
Easy application and assignment of N-Number
Quick turn-around
EAA Airworthiness Inspection Preparation Package
EAA aircraft placards
Pre-printed labels for pilot and aircraft logbooks
Passenger warning placard for Experimental Light Sport Aircraft
DAR Appointment and Coordination
EAA is working closely with FAA to appoint qualified individuals as Light Sport Aircraft DARs
EAA will coordinate airworthiness rallies at various locations to bring many aircraft together for inspection
EAA SportAir Workshops for Repairman's Certificates
16-hour Inspection Certificate Course for owners to do their own annual inspection
80-hour Repairman's Certificate Course for work on Special Light Sport Aircraft (These can be used commercially)
EAA SportAir Weekend for Aircraft Licensing
Fixed Wing
Powered Parachutes
Trikes
Other courses as needed
When will the Rule be final? What's left to do...
FAA sends final rule to OMB and DOT
Each office has up to 90 days for review
FAA has indicated they will thoroughly brief both agencies to reduce time needed
FAA publishes final rule
EAA expects the rule during the summer of 2003
The Rule Will Become Effective in Stages
FAA Certificated pilots operating as Sport Pilots will be first
Other areas will follow as necessary FAA materials are developed and personnel are trained
Non-related security issues can slow the progress of the rule
Key government officials can be called off the project to work security issues
There is no indication that security concerns will jeopardize the rule
Speaking of Security... It Is Very Important That All Observe TFRs
Infractions of the TFRs are monitored and counted
This monitoring is general aviation's "Report Card"
Excessive infractions will cause loss of freedom to fly
EAA Aeroplanner Is the Best Source of Information
Map and NOTAMS
Check them before EVERY flight!!!
EAA is the Best Source of Sport Pilot Information
EAA member Sport Pilot Hotline 1-877-379-1232 (FLY-1232)
Experimenter Magazine
Sport Aviation Magazine
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2003
Get the latest Sport Pilot Information
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July 29 - Aug 4 Oshkosh Wisconsin
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