Pipistrel has posted on social media that it’s “proud to announce that our EASA-certified Velis Electro has been selected as part of the limited number of operational trials initiated by Transport Canada – Transports Canada.” The trials the company says will assess the use of Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) that meet the European Union Aviation Safety Agency standards (CS-LSA), in a flight training environment.
The posting further details Transport Canada’s main objectives as being to:
“- Promote innovation and the use of novel technology
– Encourage the competitiveness of Canadian flight schools
– Support the broader initiative on climate change and reduction of emission (CO2, lead, noise and other pollutants) whilst maintaining a high level of safety.”
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