1. Presented to: The FAASTeam CFI Workshops By: The FAASTeam Date: April 2011 Federal Aviation Administration CFI WORKSHOP MODULE 3 Core Topic #6 SPORT PILOT Downloaded from www.avhf.com

2. 2 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot OBJECTIVE This presentation will familiarize Flight Instructors with Light Sport Aircraft and Light Sport Pilots. Upon completion, participants will have knowledge of this subject and directions to rules and other sources of important information. Light Sport Aviation is growing and it is essential that the nations certified flight instructors and other aviation professionals become involved. Downloaded from www.avhf.com

3. 3 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot SPORT PILOT OVERVIEW In September 2004, the FAA enacted the final rule establishing the Light Sport Category of aircraft and the Sport Pilot Certificate. This rule inaugurated a new realm of aviation to bring flying to a wider group of participants and establish safety standards at an acceptable level.

5. Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot 5 AIRCRAFT CATEGORY AND CLASS OF LSA AIRPLANE LAND+SEA WEIGHT-SHIFT CONTROL LAND+SEA (TRIKES) GYROPLANEPOWERED PARACHUTE GLIDER BALLOON + AIRSHIP

6. Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot 6 AIRCRAFT CATEGORY AND CLASS OF LSA AIRPLANE LAND+SEA WEIGHT-SHIFT CONTROL LAND+SEA (TRIKES) GYROPLANEPOWERED PARACHUTE GLIDER BALLOON + AIRSHIP

7. 7 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com Image from: A CFIs Guide To Sport Pilot and Light Sport Aircraft. – Produced for NAFI by Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc (ASA), 2010.

8. 8 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com LIGHT SPORT AIRCRAFT (LSA) CERTIFICATION Factory built and Ready To Fly. Manufactured to consensus standards. See 14 CFR 91.327 for Operating Limitations and Maintenance Requirements. SPECIAL LIGHT SPORT (S-LSA) AIRWORTHINESS CERTIFICATES (14 CFR 21.190)

9. 9 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com EXPERIMENTAL LIGHT SPORT AIRCRAFT (LSA) CERTIFICATION Built from qualified E-LSA Kit. Built in accordance with manufacturers instructions. See 14 CFR 91.319 for Operating Limitations and Maintenance Requirements. EXPERIMENTAL LIGHT SPORT E-LSA (14 CFR 21.191i)

10. 10 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com Type certificated aircraft that meet the definition of Light Sport (14 CFR 1). Examples include Piper J-3, Ercoupe 415-C, Aeronca 7-AC. EAA website link for complete listing: www.sportpilot.org/learn/aircraft.html STANDARD CATEGORY AIRCRAFT LIGHT SPORT AIRCRAFT (LSA) CERTIFICATION

11. 11 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com LIGHT SPORT AIRCRAFT (LSA) CERTIFICATION Built by a person for education or recreation. At least 51% of assembly / construction by the private builder. May be eligible for LSA operation if: (meets definition Light Sport 14 CFR 1). See 14 CFR 91.319 for Operating Limitations and Maintenance Requirements. EXPERIMENTAL AMATEUR BUILT (14 CFR 21.191g)

12. 12 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com TRUE OR FALSE DISCUSSION: IS THIS A LSA? ERCOUPE 415-C STANDARD DATA: Seats 2. Gross wt. 1,260. Empty wt. 749. Fuel capacity 14. Engine 75 HP flat-4. PERFORMANCE: Top speed 96 kts. Cruise 83 kts. Stall 42 kts. Initial climb rate 550. Ceiling 13,000. Range 261 nm. ADDITIONAL DISCUSSION: What is V H in this aircraft? What endorsement is required? OK to fly all other LSA aircraft? § Part 1.1 § 61.321 § 61.303

13. 13 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com TRUE OR FALSE DISCUSSION: IS THIS A LSA? CESSNA 150 STANDARD DATA: Seats 2. Gross wt. 1,600. Empty wt. 1060. Fuel capacity 26. Engine 100 HP Continental. PERFORMANCE: Top speed 106 kts. Cruise 85 kts. Stall 42 kts. Initial climb rate 670. Ceiling 12,650. Range 303 nm. § Part 1.1 § 61.321

14. 14 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com TRUE OR FALSE DISCUSSION: IS THIS A LSA? PIPER J-3 ON FLOATS STANDARD DATA: Seats 2. Gross wt. 1,220. Empty wt. 680. Fuel capacity 9. Engine 65 HP Continental. PERFORMANCE: Top speed 76 kts. Cruise 65 kts. Stall 33 kts. Initial climb rate 450. Ceiling 11,500. Range 191 nm. § Part 1.1 § 61.321

16. 16 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com WHO CAN FLY UNDER THE SPORT PILOT RULE? Pilots holding Sport Pilot Certificates. Pilots with Recreation or higher level privileges. Requirements are found in 14 CFR 61 Subpart J.

17. 17 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS UNDER SPORT PILOT RULE See 14 CFR 61.303 for specific requirements. No medical certification requirements for gliders or balloons. For other aircraft, a valid US Drivers License. Not know or have reason to know of a medical condition that would make the pilot unable to operate the LSA in a safe manner.

18. 18 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com CONDITIONS RELATED TO PREVIOUS FAA MEDICAL CERTIFICATION If the pilot previously applied for an FAA Medical, he / she must have been eligible for issuance on their most recent application. Must not have had their most recent FAA medical denied, suspended or revoked. Must not have had their most recent Special Issuance/Medical Certificate withdrawn.

19. 19 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS UNDER SPORT PILOT RULE Eligibility, Knowledge, and Flight Proficiency. Aeronautical Experience. Endorsements. Privileges and Limits.

20. 20 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com HOURS FOR INITIAL CERTIFICATION SPORT PILOT vs PRIVATE PILOT:

21. 21 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com DAYNIGHT IFR (Instrument Rated) PRIVATE vs SPORT PILOT LIMITATIONS: WEATHER VFR (less than 3mi vis) VFR (above clouds) VFR (greater than 3mi vis)

22. 22 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com PRIVATE vs SPORT PILOT LIMITATIONS: AIRSPACE CLASS A (Instrument Rated) CLASS B, C, D (Sport needs endorsement) ABOVE 10,000 MSL (Sport ok if 2,000 AGL or less) CLASS E, G

23. 23 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com SPORT PILOT LIMITATIONS: TYPE OF FLIGHTS CHARITABLE SALES DEMOS Watch This! CROSS COUNTRY PASSENGERS (Sport: only ONE) BUSINESS TOWING (UL or LSA glider)

25. 25 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com WHO MAY INSTRUCT SPORT PILOTS? Flight Instructors holding certificates issued under 14 CFR Subpart H. Sport Pilot Instructors holding certificates issued under 14 CFR Subpart K.

26. 26 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com Must refer to 14 CFR 61.429 for guidance. Must have appropriate category and class ratings – or equivalent light sport privileges. Must be acting as a light sport instructor while exercising these privileges. SUBPART H FLIGHT INSTRUCTORS EXERCISING SPORT PILOT INSTRUCTOR PRIVILEGES

27. 27 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com CAN A LIGHT SPORT INSTRUCTOR CONDUCT A PROFICIENCY CHECK? YES! A Light Sport Instructor can conduct a proficiency check for additional category or class privilege at the Light Sport level (see 14 CFR 61.321). The instruction and check flight must be performed by separate instructors. The instructor who conducts the check must submit documentation to the FAA.

28. 28 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com WHAT FLIGHT INSTRUCTORS SHOULD KNOW V H = Maximum speed in level flight at maximum continuous power. This V speed is important for Sport Pilot endorsement §61.327: Aircraft V H less than 87kts CAS Aircraft V H greater than 87kts CAS Remember: initial sport pilot certificate requires fewer hours! When a sport pilot requests more privileges or flying other LSA makes/models, more training & individual endorsements are required A CFI may not conduct instruction in an experimental aircraft that he or she provides unless a letter of deviation authorization (LODA) is received from a FSDO. V H AND SPORT PILOT ENDORSEMENTS

29. 29 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com WHAT FLIGHT INSTRUCTORS SHOULD KNOW Meet minimum eligibility requirements (61.305) Receive appropriate training for ground and flight (61.309, 61.311) Take the knowledge test (61.307) Complete the required hours for flight and instruction (61.313) Have proper endorsements and submit application Take the practical test based upon the Sport Pilot PTS (FAA-s-8081-29) SPORT PILOT TRAINING SIMILAR TO PRIVATE

30. 30 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com WHAT FLIGHT INSTRUCTORS SHOULD KNOW AC 61-98 / 61.56 still apply Stick and rudder skills or tailwheel endorsement Crosswind practice and steeper approach profiles Stall characteristics and aerodynamics Use the flight review to assist in adding a new privilege The ASF-610 website offers guidance for proficiency checks: http://www.faa.gov/about/office_org/headquarters_offices/avs/offices/afs/afs600/afs610/ A FLIGHT REVIEW IS STILL A FLIGHT REVIEW

31. 31 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot These aircraft may require a significant amount of hours retraining, especially if a pilot hasnt flown in many years or is unfamiliar with aircraft characteristics. Descent profiles, stall and spin awareness & recovery, crosswind landings, slower speeds (V H ), and weight / balance should be familiar to the instructor before launching out with a student. LSA FLIGHT CHARACTERISTICS MAY DIFFER

32. 32 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot NTSB provides statistics for Amateur Built but not Light Sport It is probable that some Light Sport accidents are included in this data 2010 US General Aviation accidents: 1093 total 193 fatal (17%) 2010 US Amateur Built accidents: 208 total 55 fatal (26%) ACCIDENT DATA FOR LIGHT SPORT

33. 33 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot FAR PART 61 Sport Pilot Certificate – Part 61 Subpart J Sport Pilot Flight Instructor Certificate – Part 61 Subpart K FAA WEBSITES (FAA.GOV, ASF-610, and FAA Safety.GOV) http://www.faa.gov/aircraft/gen_av/light_sport/ http://www.faa.gov/licenses_certificates/airmen_certification/sport_pilot/ http://www.faa.gov/about/office_org/headquarters_offices/avs/offices/afs/afs600/afs610/ http://www.faa.gov/aircraft/gen_av/light_sport/media/ExistingModels.pdf http://faasafety.gov/gslac/onlineresources.aspx?masterId=3 FAA Safety.gov/Resources/Online Resources/Type of Operations…162 links to Sport Pilot! AOPA http://www.aopa.org/sportpilot/ http://www.aopa.org/asf/publications/sport_pilot_check.html NAFI and EAA http://faaflighttest.us/cfisportguide.pdf http://www.nafinet.org/news.aspx?id=7 EAA http://www.sportpilot.org/ Many other great resources exist, but the LSA and Sport Pilot community needs more CFIs and DPEs to support the growing industry…get involved and instruct in Sport!

35. 35 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com 1. What are the medical requirements for a person exercising Sport Pilot privileges? a)Must hold a medical certificate issued under 14 CFR Part 67 or a valid U.S. drivers license. b)A person flying a balloon or a glider does not need a medical certificate or a drivers license. c)A person exercising Sport Pilot privileges must not know or have reason to know of a medical condition that would make that person unable to operate a Light Sport Aircraft in a safe manner. d)All of the above.

36. 36 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com 2.True or False: A light Sport Aircraft can have a maximum takeoff weight of 1480 lbs?

37. 37 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com 3. A pilot holding a recreational pilot certificate or above may exercise light sport privileges… a)In any 2 place aircraft of the same category and class on his/her pilot certificate. b)Only in a light sport aircraft or certificated aircraft that meets the light sport aircraft rule. c)Only with a CFI endorsement. d)In a light sport aircraft under day or night because the higher level of pilot certification allowed those privileges.

38. 38 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com 4.True or False: A CFI may conduct a test for issuance of an additional category and class endorsement for a sport pilot?

39. 39 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com 5. A 14 CFR 61 Subpart H CFI instructing in a light sport aircraft… a)Must have an endorsement in a light sport aircraft. b)Must have 5 hours of experience in a make and model light sport aircraft within the same set of aircraft being used. c)Does not have any limitations different from other aircraft. d)Must use an aircraft that has at least 2 pilot stations.

41. 41 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com 1. What are the medical requirements for a person exercising Sport Pilot privileges? a)Must hold a medical certificate issued under 14 CFR Part 67 or a valid U.S. drivers license. b)A person flying a balloon or a glider does not need a medical certificate or a drivers license. c)A person exercising Sport Pilot privileges must not know or have reason to know of a medical condition that would make that person unable to operate a Light Sport Aircraft in a safe manner. d)All of the above. 14 CFR 61.23

42. 42 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com 2.True or False: A light Sport Aircraft can have a maximum takeoff weight of 1480 lbs? FALSE 14 CFR Part 1: 1320 lbs land use;1430 lbs water use

43. 43 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com 3. A pilot holding a recreational pilot certificate or above may exercise light sport privileges… a)In any 2 place aircraft of the same category and class on his/her pilot certficiate. b)Only in a light sport aircraft or certificated aircraft that meets the light sport aircraft rule. 14 CFR 61.303(a) c)Only with a CFI endorsement. d)In a light sport aircraft under day or night because the higher level of pilot certification allowed those privileges.

44. 44 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com 4.True or False: A CFI may conduct a test for issuance of an additional category and class endorsement for a sport pilot? TRUE 14 CFR 61.321 … A CFI may conduct a proficiency check and issue an endorsement for those privileges

45. 45 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com 5. A 14 CFR 61 Subpart H CFI instructing in a light sport aircraft… a)Must have an endorsement in a light sport aircraft. b)Must have 5 hours of experience in a make and model light sport aircraft within the same set of aircraft being used. c)Does not have any limitations different from other aircraft. d)Must use an aircraft that has at least 2 pilot stations. 14 CFR 61.415 e. and i.

46. 46 Federal Aviation Administration FAASTeam CFI Workshop #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot Downloaded from www.avhf.com END OF CFI WORKSHOP MODULE #3 Core Topic #6: Sport Pilot