Just for the sake of argument, the LAK is certified to EASA standards (hope
I got the acronym correct). There was just not an effort at reciprocity
with the FAA. This was also the case with with three of my four previous
gliders.

Experimental makes it easier for us as owners, in my opinion, because we
don't have quite as many restrictions on maintenance and equipment as the
Standard aircraft. On the downside, we have to jump through the hoop of
annual Program Letters.

And, for the annual condition inspection, A&P mechanics are more plentiful
(and less expensive) than mechanics with Inspection Authorization.


"Bob Kuykendall" wrote in message
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On Jan 31, 9:42 am, soartech wrote:
What? Another government intrusion? Isn't a registration enough?
How ridiculous!

Flying is a privilege, not a right. It bears further reflection that
the aircraft we're talking about here are experimental racing aircraft
that have not been tested to the certification criteria that have
applied to most aircraft since the 1930s. It seems reasonable that the
additional privilege of flying such craft over people's heads and
houses comes with a few minor strings attached.

Thanks, Bob K.
http://www.hpaircraft.com/hp-24