Markings

[Doug G.]

It was recently pointed out to me that all light sport planes have to be labeled as such near the doors. See 14 CFR 45.23.

I wonder why this was not done at the factory, and shouldn't FD send those labels out to everyone?

[CT4ME]

In reviewing pics of CTs from various fly-ins and the Gallery, it looks like most all have stickers on them. Some of our members are from other countries, where the stickers aren't needed. Also reviewed pics from Flikr and Picasaweb, and all N-numbered CTs looked like they had the stickers. I know mine came with them, and I've never talked with anyone that mentioned having to put them on. I'd guess they are put on at the factory (coming to US), or by the dealer who also may put on the tail numbers.

Tim

[Philip Welsch]

Airtime Aviation delivered my LS new, without the Light Sport placards. The DAR approved the aircraft without checking - apparently. Flight Design USA said they would send me a set. After four years I'm still waiting. I ordered Light Sport placards from Aircraft Spruce and installed them shortly after receiving the aircraft so it would be airworthy. I placed them on the inside of the cabin doors where most Experimental Aircraft have them located. You can see them through the windows from the outside when close and they are very obvious when the doors are open. You can not see my placards from outside the aircraft from any distance. FAR 45.23(b)notes (in part) that they shall be near the entrance to the cabin, cockpit or pilot station in letters not less than two inches high.

 

PRW

[Jacques]

here it is Philip

 

thanks again for the flights

[Doug G.]

I ordered some from Aircraft Spruce and will likely put them outside, below the doors. If you look for pics of N9922P you will see one of the rare birds (mine now) without them. I'm glad a friend (Dr. Ron) pointed it out to me.

[Jim Meade]

Stories abound of markings that are rejected because they are just a smidgeon under 2". FAA has no sense of humor and no room for allowances. I've heard of at least two stories of planes rejected for characters that are in the neighborhood of 1 7/8"

[Doug G.]

Surprised they don't want "airplane" on the markers - just so no one is confused. :-)

[Philip Welsch]

here it is Philip

 

thanks again for the flights

 

You're welcome anytime Jacques.