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Edsel Ford, FAA Light Sport Aviation Branch
We talk with Edsel Ford about buying and selling aircraft. For ultralights, the buying and selling doesn't involve registration of the aircraft. That's different for those offering and purchasing N-numbered aircraft. Learn the rules, paperwork requirements, and procedures need to complete a transaction. Light Sport Aviation Branch (3/6/07)

Larry Clymer, FAA Light Sport Aviation Branch
On the eve of the first big sport pilot transition deadline, Larry Clymer joins us to talk about what happens if you're an ultralight pilot and you haven't yet made the transition to sport pilot. He talks about the continuing value of your letter from your ultralight organization and what really happens if an ultralight pilot doesn't obtain their sport pilot certificate on or before the January 31, 2007 cutoff date. PDF File on What really happens to a transitioning “Ultralight Pilot” on January 31, 2007? Light Sport Aviation Branch (1/30/07)

Van Stumpner, Federal Aviation Administration
Van Stumpner joins us to tell us why powered parachutes and trikes don't need Emergency Locator Transponders (ELTs) and other mysteries of FAA regulations. He talks about the regulations that apply specifically to those wanting to transition their aircraft to Experimental Light Sport Aircraft (E-LSA) status. Light Sport Aircraft Information (12/12/06)

Edsel Ford, FAA Light Sport Aviation Branch
We visit with Edsel Ford about aircraft markings and placarding. Some people are getting surprised when they meet the DAR for the first time and learn that their aircraft doesn't quite have the markings the way they should be to pass their airworthiness inspection. We review the basics so that you don't become one of the surprised people. Light Sport Aviation Branch (10/24/06)

Larry Clymer, FAA Light Sport Aviation Branch
Larry Clymer joins us to talk about the ultralight pilot to sport pilot January 31, 2007 transition deadline. There are lots of questions from listeners about what happens if people that were ultralight pilots on or before September 1, 2004 don't make that deadline. Of course the head of the sport pilot branch has the answers. Light Sport Aviation Branch (10/3/06)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney talks about a couple of points that have been raised in the deadline conversation we had last week on Sport Pilot transitions. We mainly deal with myths of how you can extend your transition deadline and why they don't work. We also talk about the differences between a DPE check ride and a Sport Pilot proficiency check. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (9/26/06)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
With only four months until the deadline for transitioning to sport pilot, Jim Sweeney talks about the increased costs in time, money, and inconveniences that are in store for those that want to become sport pilots after that deadline. I know. It's not cheery news, but you should know what's going on. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (9/19/06)

Larry Clymer, FAA Light Sport Aviation Branch
Larry Clymer talks about the single place check ride. This is a check ride that can be done by a sport pilot designated pilot examiner (SP-DPE) by ground observation. This type of check ride is normally used when pilots want to do a check ride in their single place light sport aircraft and have no desire to fly passengers. Larry talks about how the check rides are done, who can do them, and how to find a willing DPE. Light Sport Aviation Branch (9/12/06)

Earl Lawrence, EAA Vice-President of Government and Industry Relations
At the two-year anniversary of the Sport Pilot Rule, we visit with Earl Lawrence to get a review of the last year's activity. We talk about the milestones that have been passed, the increase in activity over the last year, and what can be expected in the near future. EAA has done a great job of gathering facts and figures related to Sport Pilot and Earl shares some of those with us, too. Experimental Aircraft Association (9/5/06)

Van Stumpner, Federal Aviation Administration
Van Stumpner has just put the finishing touches on an on-line course that will allow existing Amateur Built Aircraft Designated Airworthiness Representatives (DARs) to pick up the additional function code to do the same kind of inspections for Light Sport Aircraft (LSA). He tells us about how that course should help make LSA DARs more available. While we have him with us, we'll also ask how those wanting to become a DAR can do that. Click to download FAA Order 8130-33 (PDF) with the DAR Application Form. Designee Information and Links, FAA Sport Pilot Branch (8/8/06)

Edsel Ford, FAA Light Sport Aviation Branch
Van Stumpner, FAA Light Sport Aviation Branch
Edsel Ford and Van Stumpner talk with us about the long-awaited change to Order 8130.2F. Big changes have to do with the operating limitations that apply to Experimental Light Sport Aircraft. Until now, if you got an airworthiness certificate under the previous version of the order, you would not be able to fly your E-LSA aircraft over congested areas or at night. This change allows those operations. Edsel and Van tell us how the change works and how to take advantage of the new operating limitations even if you have an N-number aircraft with the old version of the limitations. Light Sport Aviation Branch (Part 1) (7/18/06)

Van Stumpner, Federal Aviation Administration
There is a lot of confusion about Experimental Light Sport Aircraft certificates. Van Stumpner joins us from the Light Sport Aviation Branch to talk about the three options in FAR §21.191 under which someone can get an E-LSA certificate for their aircraft and how those options compare with each other. We also get an update on the latest DAR graduating class. Light Sport Aviation Branch (Part 1) (6/27/06)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney talks with us about the hard reality of transition times to Sport Pilot. Ultralight Pilots have until January 31st, 2007 to grandfather into Sport Pilots. While some people want to believe that date will be pushed out, all signals from the FAA are that they won't be. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF. (6/20/06)

Larry Culver, FAA AFS-630
The Sport Pilot Knowledge Test, the computerized multiple choice test that pilots take as an important part of becoming Sport Pilots, has been changed. Where there once was one generic test, very soon there will be seven new tests that include questions from the different categories of aircraft such as weight shift control, airplane, and powered parachute. Larry Culver is one of the FAA people that created the tests and he tells us about the process. (5/16/06)

Larry Clymer, Federal Aviation Administration Sport Pilot Branch
We visit with Larry Clymer about how sport pilots can get training from Ultralight Instructors. Yes, the BFIs and UFIs from the Ultralight organizations can provide the required aeronautical experience for students wanting to become sport pilots. We get the right details for both the students and for the instructors wanting to provide that training. Also, the next DPE course has been filled with applicants. We learn what is going on there. FAA Sport Pilot Branch. (5/2/06)

Larry Clymer, FAA Light Sport Aviation Branch
Congratulations to Larry Clymer, who was just named the new Branch Manager for the Light Sport Aviation Branch. He takes time out from getting settled into his new role to talk about what he sees as the focus of the branch over the next year. Light Sport Aviation Branch (2/14/06)

Edsel Ford, FAA Light Sport Aviation Branch
Edsel Ford joins us to talk about how someone can become a Designated Airworthiness Representative and help transition two place ultralight trainers into Experimental Light Sport Aircraft (E-LSA). He offers us tips on how to apply and talks about how to make your application look good to the Selection Board. Light Sport Aviation Branch (12/6/05)

Martin Weaver, FAA Branch Manager, Sport Pilot
Marty Weaver joins us one last time as the head of the FAA Sport Pilot Branch. With his retirement scheduled for the end of October, he shares his thoughts on the accomplishments, challenges, and future of the Sport Pilot program. (Part 1) (10/11/05)

Martin Weaver, FAA Branch Manager, Sport Pilot
Marty Weaver joins us one last time as the head of the FAA Sport Pilot Branch. With his retirement scheduled for the end of October, he shares his thoughts on the accomplishments, challenges, and future of the Sport Pilot program. (Part 2) (10/11/05)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney discusses the options to getting a pilot license and flying under the Sport Pilot rules. With the increased visibility that the FAA has now for the lighter side of sport aviation, it is important to know how to stay legal with ultralight aircraft if that is the way you want to go. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (8/23/05)

Martin Weaver, FAA Branch Manager, Sport Pilot
Marty Weaver visits us for two segments. He talks about how the people within the FAA are warming to Sport Pilot as they learn more about the lighter side of aviation. He also answers a listener question about why the new Designated Pilot Examiners aren't spread out as optimally as possible. Finally, we talk about how Ultralight Flight Instructors can prepare students for sport pilot almost as easily as Certified Flight Instructors can. AFS 600, The Sport Pilot Branch (Part 1) (8/16/05)

Martin Weaver, FAA Branch Manager, Sport Pilot
Marty Weaver visits us for two segments. He talks about how the people within the FAA are warming to Sport Pilot as they learn more about the lighter side of aviation. He also answers a listener question about why the new Designated Pilot Examiners aren't spread out as optimally as possible. Finally, we talk about how Ultralight Flight Instructors can prepare students for sport pilot almost as easily as Certified Flight Instructors can. AFS 600, The Sport Pilot Branch (Part 2) (8/16/05)

Martin Weaver, FAA Branch Manager, Sport Pilot
It has been awhile since Marty Weaver has been with us and there is a lot to catch up on. Sport Pilot has now been a rule for a year and Marty has been working hard to implement the rule by getting the Designated Pilot Examiners trained and in place. He tells us about how that part of the program is going and about all of the other FAA Sport Pilot News. AFS 600, The Sport Pilot Branch (Part 1) (7/26/05)

Martin Weaver, FAA Branch Manager, Sport Pilot
It has been awhile since Marty Weaver has been with us and there is a lot to catch up on. Sport Pilot has now been a rule for a year and Marty has been working hard to implement the rule by getting the Designated Pilot Examiners trained and in place. He tells us about how that part of the program is going and about all of the other FAA Sport Pilot News. AFS 600, The Sport Pilot Branch (Part 2) (7/26/05)

Dale Hooper, United States Ultralight Association
Dale Hooper gives us an update on the request for regulation change submitted by the USUA. Currently -by regulation- the two seat training exemptions run out very soon, probably too soon to accommodate a smooth transition to Sport Pilot. USUA is requesting a change that allows the exemptions to remain in place for a couple of years longer to help the airsport community adapt to the new regulations. Now is your chance to comment on this regulation change. United States Ultralight Association (7/12/05)

Dale Hooper, United States Ultralight Association
Dale Hooper joins us to talk about a request for a regulation change that the USUA is submitting. Currently -by regulation- the exemptions run out very soon, probably too soon to accomodate a smooth transition to Sport Pilot. USUA is requesting a change that allows the exemptions to remain in place for a couple of years longer to help the sport adapt to the new regulations. United States Ultralight Association (6/14/05)

Martin Weaver, FAA Branch Manager, Sport Pilot
Marty Weaver tells us about recent Sport Pilot news. The third Designated Pilot Examiner class has graduated and the third and fourth classes are lined up. Lots of news Sun 'n Fun, too. AFS 600, The Sport Pilot Branch (4/19/05)

Martin Weaver, FAA Branch Manager, Sport Pilot
Sport Pilot Certified Flight Instructors are given a lot of responsibility and authority. In fact, they have authority that has not really been given to Certified Flight Instructors in the past. Marty Weaver tells us about how CFIs are able to do some of the things once only associated with DPEs. AFS 600, The Sport Pilot Branch (4/19/05)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney joins us to talk about the Practical Test Standards for Sport Pilot. Many people know that the answers to the questions for the knowledge test are published. A lot of folks are worried about taking the practical test for Sport Pilot and don't realize that the topics for that test are published, too. Download the Practical Test Standards, SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (4/12/05)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney talks about the transition process for private pilots that want to fly different types of aircraft under the sport pilot rules. It is a much simpler process than a lot of people imagine. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (4/12/05)

Les Sargent, FAA Designee Standardization Branch
Les Sargent has some great news for us. FAA Order 8130.2F, Change 1 is being published. Don't think that is exciting, eh? Well that means that the first Light Sport Aircraft Designated Airworthiness Representative (DAR) class will be held on April 27 & 28. Still not there yet? This means that the sport aircraft community will soon have the people on the ground needed to transition fat ultralights and ultralight trainers into the LSAs. Les will explain it all to us. http://afs600.faa.gov/
http://www.faa.gov/certification/aircraft/av-info/dst/default.htm (Part 2) (4/5/05)

Martin Weaver, FAA Branch Manager, Sport Pilot
Marty Weaver rolls out some more Sport Pilot News. The new and approved FAA Form 8710-11 is now available. The second Sport Pilot DPE class is getting ready to start and the candidates for the third class are all lined up. There has been a great success rate for those taking the Sport Pilot knowledge test. (I mean, 100% success is pretty good, eh?) And last and certainly not least, an important meeting is coming up soon in Oklahoma City. Of course Marty gives us the scoop. AFS 600, The Sport Pilot Branch (Part 1) (3/8/05)

Martin Weaver, FAA Branch Manager, Sport Pilot
Marty Weaver rolls out some more Sport Pilot News. The new and approved FAA Form 8710-11 is now available. The second Sport Pilot DPE class is getting ready to start and the candidates for the third class are all lined up. There has been a great success rate for those taking the Sport Pilot knowledge test. (I mean, 100% success is pretty good, eh?) And last and certainly not least, an important meeting is coming up soon in Oklahoma City. Of course Marty gives us the scoop. AFS 600, The Sport Pilot Branch (Part 2) (3/8/05)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
With Sport Pilot here, there are lots of questions about category, class, make, model, and types of aircraft. Jim Sweeney sorts out all of the terms for us and shows how everything relates to the Sport Pilot. Jim has put up some information about the Light Sport Aircraft Sets of Aircraft for our use. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF. (Part 1) (3/8/05)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
With Sport Pilot here, there are lots of questions about category, class, make, model, and types of aircraft. Jim Sweeney sorts out all of the terms for us and shows how everything relates to the Sport Pilot. Jim has put up some information about the Light Sport Aircraft Sets of Aircraft for our use. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF. (Part 2) (3/8/05)

Martin Weaver, FAA Branch Manager, Sport Pilot
A lot has happened since we last visited with Marty Weaver. He talks about the first class of Designated Sport Pilot Examiners as well as the latest board for new examiners. For those that have been boarded and want to attend the next class, we ask when do Knowledge Test results have to be in to be considered for that next class? We talk about transition issues that are coming up for those wanting to become Sport Pilots. (New FAA Form 8710-11) AFS 600, The Sport Pilot Branch (Part 2) (2/8/05)

Mike Stratman, California Power Systems
Mike Stratman goes over the pros and cons of oil injection for Rotax two stroke engines. We talk about the disadvantages of premixing fuel and oil, setting up an oil injection system, and how to properly disable the oil injection system if you decide to. Mike can also answer your four stroke and two stroke ultralight aircraft engine questions. Do you have questions? When the show is live, call your questions in at (888) 514-2100 or you can IM them in on AOL or Yahoo Instant Messenger to UFRadio. Part #45..Pros & Cons of Oil Injection California Power Systems (2/8/05)

Les Sargent, FAA Designee Standardization Branch
Les Sargent joins us to talk about the equipment side of Sport Pilot. He tells us about how to apply to the FAA to become a Designated Airworthiness Representative (DAR) to transition aircraft into Light Sport Aircraft. He talks about the boards and the selection process. We also talk about the certification of Light Sport Aircraft. Les gives us a lot of detail in this all-important area. http://afs600.faa.gov/AFS640.htm (Part 1) (2/8/05)

Les Sargent, FAA Designee Standardization Branch
Les Sargent joins us to talk about the equipment side of Sport Pilot. He tells us about how to apply to the FAA to become a Designated Airworthiness Representative (DAR) to transition aircraft into Light Sport Aircraft. He talks about the boards and the selection process. We also talk about the certification of Light Sport Aircraft. Les gives us a lot of detail in this all-important area. http://afs600.faa.gov/AFS640.htm (Part 2) (2/8/05)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
The Sport Pilot Practical Test Standards were published last week and Jim joins us to talk about what is in them. Learn about the tasks you will need to perform in order to get your sport pilot rating. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (1/4/05)

Downloads:

	FAA-S-8081-29, Sport Pilot Practical Test Standards (PTS) for Airplane, Gyroplane, Glider, and Flight Instructor
	FAA-S-8081-30, Sport Pilot Practical Test Standards (PTS) for Airship, Balloon, and Flight Instructor
	FAA-S-8081-31, Sport Pilot Practical Test Standards (PTS) for Weight Shift Control, Powered Parachute, and Flight Instructor

	William D. Bardin, Sacramento, CA, Light Sport Airplanes
	John H. Beaman, Portland, OR, Weight Shift Control
	Roy C. Beisswenger, Greenville, IL, Powered Parachute
	Robert W. Bleadon, Selam, OR, Light Sport Airplanes
	Brian Carpenter, Corning, CA, Light Sport Airplanes
	Eric W. Johnson, Chandler, AZ, Weight Shift Control
	Lawrence L. Littlefield, Boynton Beach, FL, Powered Parachute
	George B. Methvin, Jr., Marietta, GA, Light Sport Airplanes

Marty talks about the selection process, the upcoming classes, your questions and more. AFS 600, The Sport Pilot Branch (Part 1) (1/4/05)

Martin Weaver, FAA Branch Manager, Sport Pilot
Marty Weaver catches us up on Sport Pilot news. The initial class for Sport Pilot DPEs has been announced. The first class will include these eight DPE candidates: Marty talks about the selection process, the upcoming classes, your questions and more. AFS 600, The Sport Pilot Branch (Part 2) (1/4/05)

John & Martha King, King Schools
Last week Roy promised that he would be taking the CFI-Sport Pilot Powered Parachute Knowledge Test and would report on the results this week. Well, the results are in and it is time to give credit where credit is due. A passing score was achieved and one of the key study tools used were the tapes that John and Martha King developed for the general aviation CFI knowledge tests. We talk about how to successfully prepare for the Sport Pilot CFI knowledge exams using those existing guides. The King Schools (12/21/04)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Last week Jim Sweeney was meeting with the FAA in Oklahoma City and participated in a dry run of the classes being put together for the Sport Pilot Designated Airworthiness Representatives or DARs. DARs are the individuals that will be taking on the mission of certifying Light Sport Aircraft for Sport Pilot use. Jim updates us on this critical aspect of Sport Pilot implementation. PDF file with the new FAA order for Experimental and Special Light Sport Aircraft DAR Qualifications. Interested in becoming a DAR? Complete an FAA Form 8110-14. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF. (12/21/04)

Martin Weaver, FAA Branch Manager, Sport Pilot
Marty Weaver reports in with a lot of Sport Pilot news for us. The initial Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) board was just held and Marty talks about the results and what is next for those that get a good letter. Along with that news, Marty talks about the FAA notice issued to FAA field offices giving directions for the issuance of Student Pilot Certificates to Sport Pilot Candidates. AFS 600, The Sport Pilot Branch (12/7/04)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney talks about the practical test standards for getting a sport pilot license. Where the knowledge tests are rather generic and cover all types of light sport aircraft, the practical test covers the hands-on flying skills that you will have to demonstrate to an examiner in whatever type of aircraft you choose to get rated in. USUA, NAPPF (11/30/04)

Martin Weaver, FAA Branch Manager, Sport Pilot
Marty Weaver has lots of Sport Pilot news for us. The initial Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) applications are coming in and Marty has some tips for those finishing up their applications today. Along with the news, Marty will answer a few Sport Pilot questions that have come over the last week or so. AFS 600, The Sport Pilot Branch (11/23/04)

Martin Weaver, FAA Branch Manager, Sport Pilot
Marty Weaver has lots of Sport Pilot news for us. In this segment, Marty answers a few Sport Pilot questions that have come over the last week or so. Such as, "If I am already a private pilot, what do I have to do to get a Sport Pilot license?", "Will Biannual Flight Reviews be required for Sport Pilots?", "When will Practical Test Standards for Sport Pilot be ready?", "When will the FAA start to certify S-LSA aircraft?" and more. AFS 600, The Sport Pilot Branch (11/23/04)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney more news in the world of sport pilot. The new knowledge test questions for the different levels of sport pilot have been published. Jim shares with us some of the background on that and introduces his new on-line, teleconference ground school. www.usua.org, www.nappf.com (Part 1) (11/9/04)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney more news in the world of sport pilot. The new knowledge test questions for the different levels of sport pilot have been published. Jim shares with us some of the background on that and introduces his new on-line, teleconference ground school. www.usua.org, www.nappf.com (Part 2) (11/9/04)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Questions of course are still out there about Sport Pilot. Jim Sweeney began a discussion last week about what to do next to get a sport pilot rating. We continue the discussion this week. This week we talk about how to get your plane registered and certified as a Light Sport Aircraft. Jim has prepared a some graphics to go along with the presentation. To follow along, click on this Presentation Link. www.usua.org, www.nappf.com (10/12/04)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Questions of course are still out there about Sport Pilot. Jim Sweeney began a discussion last week about what to do next to get a sport pilot rating. We continue the discussion this week. This week we talk about how to get your plane registered and certified as a Light Sport Aircraft. In this segment Jim also answers a couple of listener questions. Jim has prepared a some graphics to go along with the presentation. To follow along, click on this Presentation Link. www.usua.org, www.nappf.com (10/12/04)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Questions of course are still out there about Sport Pilot. Jim Sweeney joins us to talk about what you can do next to take advantage of the new rule and when you can do it. Jim has prepared a some graphics to go along with the presentation. To follow along, click on this Presentation Link. www.usua.org, www.nappf.com (Part 1) (10/5/04)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Questions of course are still out there about Sport Pilot. Jim Sweeney joins us to talk about what you can do next to take advantage of the new rule and when you can do it. Jim has prepared a some graphics to go along with the presentation. To follow along, click on this Presentation Link. www.usua.org, www.nappf.com (Part 2) (10/5/04)

Sue Gardner, Federal Aviation Administration
Sue Gardner joins us again to go over the implementation schedule for Sport Pilot. She talks about the infrastructure being put in place for people that want to conduct operations and seek certification under the new regulations. To follow along as we go over the schedule for implementation, visit the link: Sport Pilot Milestones. (Part 1) (9/28/04)

Sue Gardner, Federal Aviation Administration
Part 2 of Sue Gardner's interview regarding the implementation schedule for Sport Pilot. She talks about the infrastructure being put in place for people that want to conduct operations and seek certification under the new regulations. To follow along as we go over the schedule for implementation, visit the link: Sport Pilot Milestones. We also take a couple of questions from the audience. (Part 2) (9/28/04)

Sue Gardner, Federal Aviation Administration
Now that Sport Pilot is a rule, it does not mean that Sue Gardner's work is all finished. Now that Sport Pilot is in the implementation phase, there are even more projects being worked. Sue talks about an educational video project that she just completed, about the implementation meeting in Oklahoma City, and the updated time lines for Sport Pilot implementation. Lots of information about the new rule. www.faa.gov/avr/afs/sportpilot/index.cfm (9/21/04)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim is back from the Sport Pilot Implementation Meeting in Oklahoma City. He gives us a report on all of the things that happened there last week. Jim has updated FAA time lines and other good news for people watching Sport Pilot. www.usua.org, www.nappf.com (9/14/04)

John & Martha King, King Schools
John and Martha catch us up on what they are doing in the Sport Pilot world. We chat with them as they leave for the Sport Pilot Implementation meeting in Oklahoma City. www.kingschool.com/ (9/7/04)

Martin Weaver, FAA Branch Manager, Sport Pilot
There are a lot of things going on with Sport Pilot and Marty Weaver catches us up with the news. Sport Pilot takes effect on 1 September and he tells us what that means to ultralight pilots that are and are not involved in one of the ultralight programs. Lots of listener questions are answered. afs600.faa.gov/AFS610.htm (8/31/04)

Martin Weaver, FAA Branch Manager, Sport Pilot
There are a lot of things going on with Sport Pilot and Marty Weaver catches us up with the news. Marty tells us about a Sport Pilot Implementation Meeting is going to take place next week. We talk about the things that need to be accomplished. afs600.faa.gov/AFS610.htm (8/31/04)

Martin Weaver, FAA Branch Manager, Sport Pilot
Marty Weaver just got back from AirVenture in Oshkosh where he met a lot of pilots and answered a lot of questions about Sport Pilot and Light Sport Aircraft. He answers those questions (and some of our own) for us here. afs600.faa.gov/AFS610.htm (8/10/04)

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Jon Thornburgh
Jon Thornburgh has spent a lot of time reviewing the new Sport Pilot Initiative, as he refers to it. Jon provides us with a review of the rule. www.jonthornburgh.com (8/3/04)

Jon Thornburgh
Jon Thornburgh has spent a lot of time reviewing the new Sport Pilot Initiative, as he refers to it. One of the things he has condensed out of his review is a time line of when things will happen and what the deadlines are in the new rule. He shares this critical information with us here. www.jonthornburgh.com (8/3/04)

John Ballantyne
John Ballantyne is someone else that has been researching Sport Pilot. He has read the rule and attended as many briefings on the subject as possible at AirVenture. He joins us to talk about some of the less discussed aspects of Sport Pilot. (8/3/04)

Sue Gardner, Federal Aviation Administration
Well, it finally happened last week. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued new certification requirements for light-sport aircraft, pilots and repairmen. With the goal of making recreational flying safer while keeping it affordable and fun, Sport Pilot is now official. Sue Gardner joins us to talk about the new rule. www.faa.gov/avr/afs/sportpilot/index.cfm (7/27/04)

Martin Weaver, FAA Branch Manager, Sport Pilot
Earlier this year Marty Weaver got the job of putting together the organization that will actually implement the new sport pilot rules. He joins us to talk about how pilots can transition to the new program. afs600.faa.gov/AFS610.htm (7/27/04)

Sport Pilot News Conference
This is the actual audio from the press conference at the FAA headquarters announcing the new Sport Pilot Regulations. The segment begins with an interview with Earl Lawrence and breaks away to the news conference as it happens live. Hear for yourself what was said about sport pilot by FAA Administrator Marion C. Blakey and her staff. (7/20/04)

Earl Lawrence, EAA & Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF
Earl Lawrence and Jim Sweeney join us to discuss the Sport Pilot news conference and to answer your questions. www.eaa.org www.sportpilot.org www.usua.org www.nappf.com www.sportpilot.info (Part 1) (7/20/04)

Dale Hooper, United States Ultralight Association
Recently one of the ultralight two-place training exemption holding organizations began sending out letters to their instructors. The organization was charging $25 to process requests for becoming designated pilot examiners under the sport pilot program. This resulted in an "emergency" teleconference with ALL ultralight two-place training exemption holding organizations. Dale Hooper tells us what happened in the meeting and how the process is supposed to work. www.usua.org/ (7/6/04)

Jim Sweeney, NAPPF President and USUA Board Member
Jim is back from a series of seminars at Sun 'n Fun about Sport Pilot. Jim talks about the process of transitioning from an ultralight pilot to a sport pilot. (4/27/03)

Jim Sweeney, NAPPF President and USUA Board Member
As we wait for the Sport Pilot NPRM to become the Sport Pilot rules, Jim explains the process with which aircraft are going to be certified as they leave the factory under sport pilot. If you have ever wondered how that process is supposed to work, tune in Jim's explanation. (Part 1) (2/17/04)

Jim Sweeney, NAPPF President and USUA Board Member
As we wait for the Sport Pilot NPRM to become the Sport Pilot rules, Jim explains the process with which aircraft are going to be certified as they leave the factory under sport pilot. If you have ever wondered how that process is supposed to work, tune in Jim's explanation. (Part 2) (2/17/04)

Joe Norris, EAA
The details of getting two seat and fat ultralights FAA certified will become a big issue as Sport Pilot gets closer. Joe Norris joins us to talk about Phase I operational limitations and whether a builder can fly the first 40 hours of flight off as a student pilot. www.eaa.org (1/13/04)

Jim Sweeney, NAPPF President and USUA Board Member
Jim discusses the future of light sport aviation and how to get ready to transition your ultralight into the sport pilot program. For information on the NPRM, click here. (Part 1) (12/23/03)

Jim Sweeney, NAPPF President and USUA Board Member
Jim discusses the future of light sport aviation and how to get ready to transition your ultralight into the sport pilot program. For information on the NPRM, click here. (Part 2) (12/23/03)

Mark Forss, EAA
Mark Forss is busy working on plans to roll out educational programs to support Sport Pilot when it is implemented. A big area of concern is providing training to pilot/owners that want to continue to maintain their own aircraft under sport pilot. sportair.com (9/16/03)

Ron Wagner, Experimental Aircraft Association
Sport Pilot is still something that is in the works. Ron Wagner updates us on the rule and lets us know which desk the paperwork is sitting on! www.sportpilot.org (8/26/03)

Jim Sweeney, NAPPF
With Sport Pilot on its way, logbooks are becoming that much more important. Learn what data should be kept in one, how to keep one up to date, and how endorsements work. Part 1 focuses on what should be kept in a Log Book. www.nappf.com (8/12/03)

Jim Sweeney, NAPPF
With Sport Pilot on its way, logbooks are becoming that much more important. Learn what data should be kept in one, how to keep one up to date, and how endorsements work. Part 2 focuses on log book endorsements. www.nappf.com (8/12/03)

Jim Sweeney, NAPPF
Everyone has been waiting with baited breath for announcements and news about Sport Pilot from Oshkosh. Jim was there and will share what there is to know. www.nappf.com (8/5/03)

Carla Larsh, President, EAA Ultralight Council
We welcome Carla as President of the EAA Ultralight Council and ask her some sport pilot questions. As time marches on to the date when Sport Pilot is announced, we learn how you can best prepare yourself for the transition. www.sportpilot.org (6/24/03)

Ron Wagner, EAA
When people get together face-to-face, a lot gets done and a lot of good information is passed along. Learn what Ron learned about Sport Pilot at Sun 'n Fun. www.eaa.org
http://www.sportpilot.org/ (4/22/03)

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