[balloon-makers] LSA weight increase for LTA

[cpack]

List,
The EAA has notified the membership in their latest 
online newsletter the weight limits for LSA LTA has been increased.
 
"An FAA direct final rule issued April 9 solves two 
lingering light-sport aircraft (LSA) certification issues that EAA has been 
working to fix since the original Light-Sport Aircraft (LSA) Rule issued in 
September 2004. The action allows special-LSA certification of amphibious 
aircraft with a retractable landing gear, plus increases the maximum takeoff 
weight for lighter-than-air LSA from 660 lbs. to 1,320 lbs."
 
Thanks to all who worked on behalf of the increase. 
Many, both near and far, worked to further this goal, some with methodical, 
detailed analysis and others with imprompt meetings in the hall way or 
on the tarmac. Now there is a practical weight limit for balloon 
manufactures who want to produce LSA-LTA aircraft and kits. 
Fly safe,
Curtis