Thanks; I knew it had to be a 2 seat - my understanding is the 12 was built as a 2 seat at least once from the factory, probably not a issue if building from scratch.
One thing to keep in mind. IF any airplane has ever been certificated in any category with limit which exceed those which are in place for an LSA, it can not be converted to an LSA. You can modify an LSA to a higher gross weight, but you can not change your mind to ever go back.Can u make a PA - 12 a LSA experimental ? Have a line on a project nearby - no engine , Thanks
Maybe I should wait for a 11 project to show up? I don’t want to have 6 figures into a plane. I have a lot of toys already.Besides the legality of converting a certified airplane into an LSA I believe the PA12 would be awfully heavy to be an LSA. Wouldn't be my first choice anyway. I understand it is close and probably a good deal but what are you thinking? Rotax engine etc?
......LSA rules will probably change in the next year or two allowing the weights to go up......
Maybe I should wait for a 11 project to show up? I don’t want to have 6 figures into a plane. I have a lot of toys already.
The 12 seems like a fun project, LSA rules will probably change in the next year or two allowing the weights to go up.
Big Thanks for everyone’s opinion! I am new to this.
LSA rules will probably change in the next year or two allowing the weights to go up.
Dont count on that. Rulemaking takes time and there isn't even an NPRM out. Figure at least 5 years before you see new rules!