Comments on: SkyCatcher Spin Accidents—Hurray For Cessna http://johnandmartha.kingschools.com/2009/05/05/skycatcher-spin-accidents%e2%80%94hurray-for-cessnas/ Wed, 23 Nov 2011 03:54:34 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ By: Jack http://johnandmartha.kingschools.com/2009/05/05/skycatcher-spin-accidents%e2%80%94hurray-for-cessnas/#comment-256 Sun, 13 Dec 2009 21:34:11 +0000 http://johnandmartha.kingschools.com/?p=89#comment-256 The CubCrafters also spin tested the standard model Sport Cub and also a Sport Cub equiped with straight floats. While a clean sheet redesign of the Super Cub, the spin characteristics appear as controlled as a J-3 (at least with only the pilot and no one in the rear seat). Spin testing should be a requirement for all LSA aircraft. Note that the POH for the Sport Cub specifically prohits spins. Seems like the LSA’s that spin controllably should at least allow spin training with a qualified instructor on board, for proper training of the pilots.

]]> By: Jim Lee http://johnandmartha.kingschools.com/2009/05/05/skycatcher-spin-accidents%e2%80%94hurray-for-cessnas/#comment-222 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:20:08 +0000 http://johnandmartha.kingschools.com/?p=89#comment-222 The Evektor SportStar completed spin testing in 2001. The results can be found at:
http://www.evektor-aircraft.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/ev97_spins.pdf

If you look at the spin program the Evektor complied with you will see that all precautions were taken before testing began to make sure that the pilot was protected.
Over 400 spins later, the SportStar successfully completed the requirements for EASA certification.
So you can see, that at least one other LSA has undergone full spin testing.
With the excellent visibility offered by the SportStar, metal construction (you can tie it down outside for years), Magnum ballistic recovery system, the strongest gear in the industry, and great flying characteristics, and IMC capable aircraft flying today,the SportStar is already proving that it is top of the stack in LSA training!

]]> By: Chris Archer http://johnandmartha.kingschools.com/2009/05/05/skycatcher-spin-accidents%e2%80%94hurray-for-cessnas/#comment-150 Wed, 06 May 2009 22:03:21 +0000 http://johnandmartha.kingschools.com/?p=89#comment-150 Well, you certainly have an interesting (and experienced) take on this spin issue. But I’d still argue that it’s not encouraging when an LSA meant for less experienced pilots isn’t quite as forgiving as perhaps it should be.

How many times did the 152 or 172 crash during flight testing?

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