On 25 Jan 2007 12:18:14 -0800, "rpellicciotti"
wrote:
On Jan 8, 6:48 pm, wrote:
Hey guys,
I'm preparing to get LSA CFI but I had two more questions:
61.415 (f) states that: You may not provide training to operate a
light-sport aircraft in Class B, C, and D airspace, at an airport
located in Class B, C, or D airspace, and to, from, through, or at an
airport having an operational control tower, unless you have the
endorsement specified in §61.325, or are otherwise authorized to
conduct operations in this airspace and at these airports
What does it mean to be otherwise authorized? I am a commercially rated
power pilot, does that mean I am autorized to give instruction into
Class B, C or D airspace?
Also the same goes for the speed restriction:
(g) You may not provide training in a light-sport aircraft with a VH
greater than 87 knots CAS unless you have the endorsement specified in
§61.327, or are otherwise authorized to operate that light-sport
aircraft.
Am I authorized???
-Nik
If you are a commercial pilot then you have received a certificate that
allows you to fly an aircraft that goes faster then 87 knots. You have
also been certificated to operate in Class B, C and D airspace. You
are good to go.
Rick Pellicciotti
http://www.lightsportflying.com
I see the problem as one of an air traffic controller seeing an LSA in
his airspace. the pilot is not identified to him and may not have the
training to equip him to fly safely in the airspace. danger danger
will robinson! enact the safety drills for violations of controlled
airspace....which would be an unnecessary inconvenience to all
concerned.
as a CFI I think that if you are endorsed to exercise the exemptions
that these aircraft fly under then you are right to go, but how would
any other airspace user know this?
I'd either visit the tower or phone them to explain the situation and
introduce myself before flying in.
the "or are otherwise authorised" section in australian practise is
there to cater for direct approvals by a tower for known locals.
Stealth Pilot