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| X-Air LS Receives ASTM Acceptance | Jul '08 |
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X-Air announced on May 30 that it received the ASTM consensus standard acceptance from the Seattle MIDO for special light sport aircraft.
"We're excited about completing the requirements for the ASTM consensus standard and receiving FAA acceptance," stated X-Air's David McRae. "Not to be overlooked in what we've accomplished is the direct involvement that the Light Aircraft Manufacturers Association had with us on the finalization of our program. We're grateful for the representation and professionalism that LAMA brings to the industry."
X-Air began pursuing the SLSA status just six months ago, and was able to work through the ASTM requirements rather quickly due to the thorough testing of the design that's taken place by the seasoned team at X-Air. The team at X-Air drew on their collective experience in Part 23 and Part 21 aircraft certification programs, as well as extensive research and development program management in both the flight test and design fields.
"LSA category is a critical part of the future of aviation and we're proud to be a part of it," said X-Air's Mark Mahnke. "Paralleling our certification program, we've been preparing our production facility in anticipation of the approval so that we could respond to the market immediately."
Priced at $46,900, the X-Air LS is sure to attract attention.
"Much has been made of the six-figure LSA market and the need for more aircraft that meet the original intent of an affordable entry level marketplace," commented Justin Reimer, X-Air sales and marketing. "Well, now you have it with the X-Air LS—an entry level aircraft at an entry-level price."
The X-Air LS is an entry-level, three-axis aircraft with excellent training qualities. The LS comes standard with flaps, trim, ICom radio, Dynon engine monitor and basic flight instrumentation. Optional equipment includes extended fuel capability, Garmin GTX 327 and Garmin 396/495/496. X-Air is taking orders with a $1,000 refundable position deposit.
For more information about the X-Air LS, visit www.x-airlsa.com.
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