LSRM and the new MOSAIC NPRM

In this video were going to take a look at the ramifications for the new MOSAIC rule as laid out in the current NPRM. Carol and Brian Carpenter discuss their concerns and proposals to remedy the shortcomings of the NPRM as it relates to the light sport maintenance training proposals.

Link to Rainbow Aviation

Link to Rainbow Aviation Post on the NPRM

Link to comment

You can read the MOSAIC proposal and take notes on how it may impact your personal or professional role in aviation. And then read the tips for writing your comments below.

The above link is the full final proposal as published in the Federal Register for anyone that wants to read the full text. You can also comment on the proposal, but you should keep in mind a few things when making a comment.

· Provide a little context of who you are “I’m a pilot”, “I’m a Repairman”, “I’m an airplane owner”, etc.

· Clearly and concisely state what you think the problem is with the proposal “The proposed change to the Repairman Certification is unnecessary (§ 65.107) . Creates. . . ”, or “The training requirements for the Repairman with a Maintenance Rating to services other categories should be additional training . . . (continue with your rationale) and “we must have multiple categories for fixed wing- or allow for complex subjects to be add on modules”

· Clearly state a specific solution. Don’t say “An amateur built pilot should be able to take the repairman course” say “offering the repairman certification for amateur built aircraft will . . . ”

· Provide a justification for the change, preferably one based on safety. “The proposal provides no real reason that upending the Repairman Maintenance rating will enhance safety, an arbitrary increases the time and money it will cost for individuals to receive training and then adding areas that most aren’t interested in”

· You can comment anonymously, especially if your comment provides clear justification beyond your personal interest.

· When commenting, don’t go on a long rant, and don’t just say “leave §65.107 as is.” Say why and give a safety or burden on the industry rationale with with add on modules for more complex training.

· Don’t just copy someone else’s comment. Very similar comments will get lumped together and treated as one. If you copy/paste your comment, the FAA can copy/paste a response.

· The FAA will be much more able to properly evaluate your comment if you include a specific reference to the particular rule change you are talking about. You can even be a super nerd and use the fancy § symbol for "section".

Again thank you for your comments- ask your friends and family to comment.

[nathanprince]

LSRM-A here. Thank you for your efforts in creating this content and sharing it with our community. Hopefully we will provide enough clear and uniform feedback to the FAA to help them better understand our sector of aviation and what changes will be best for its future.

[flyingoverthehills]

I'm a private pilot. I built a Van's RV-9A and have the Repairman Certificate for my airplane. Retired a few years ago (computer engineer) and went to a Part 147 School to get my A&P. Five semesters of full time night school. I just got the A&P in August 2023 under the new ACS. You are very correct in saying that A&P's don't get any LSA training. I got zero LSA related training. Also didn't get any advanced avionics or electronics training. The ACS for Mechanics is very much tied to ancient (>50 year old) technologies. I will probably never work on a turbine, but I had to learn all about them for the A&P rating. Same with pressurization systems. I would greatly support your proposal for additional "type" ratings for engines, advanced avionics, electric propulsion, and vertical lift. The proposal for an online add-on to the A&P for LSA related knowledge areas makes a lot of sense.

[Therapy]

Thanks for still being the Geniuses in the room.

[stevewright]

I really appreciate the effort you all put into this and then sharing. I'm very interested in LSRM for simple, certificated A/C. I think the "add-on", endorsement and web based training (where appropriate) are the better answer as you discussed.
THANKS!

[kenburrell]

Very thoughtful review of the defects with MOSAIC proposal as it affects LS maintenance. The information you presented has given me good reason to comment on the NPRM. Looking forward to the next two videos. Thank you!

[EasyFlight]

Thanks Brian and Carol for some good, timely information!

[loveplanes]

What a great session. Hope to be in the class soon. Thanks

[skydoc]

Thank you for doing this explanation video. Mad props

[mauriceevans]

You can make more than one comment on the proposal. I did and they both posted. I have read all the comments on the proposal and there seems to be concensus on
1. Increase stall speed
2. Removed medical for night flight
3. Repairmen regulations need clarification

[TailwheelTimes]

I agree whole heartedly with your opinions regarding the repairman training. I plan to submit a comment about it. However, there are other items in the NPRM that I also want to comment on. My question is can I comment on more than one section of the NPRM ( for example repairman training, night flight and passengers) in one comment or should I make a separate comment for each item? Thank you.

[joesmythe]

Folks… some good information here… and it’s obvious that you are concerned and passionate. Respectfully though, this was difficult to watch. Instead of concise sharing of information, it came off as rambling and verbose, and occasionally almost angry. Too many long winded examples used means you don’t think your audience is smart enough to understand and needs stories and pictures. I really struggled to get through it and resorted numerous times to blipping ahead. The tension in the gentleman’s voice belayed what seems more like a fear for your training program, then constructive suggestions. Don’t get me wrong… I believe I agree with you. But it was difficult to get there! I would suggest a much shorter, concise video wherein you summarize issues, potential impacts, and your recommendations into a 15 - 20 (at most!) minute video. Start linking that to various social media pilots groups for better outreach. Respectfully.

[scottjennifer]

Where are the courses avaliable and how much