That is the same opinion I got from AOPA's legal counsel when I asked
them the same question.
Dan C
On Apr 14, 2008, at 9:39 PM, THOMAS COOK wrote:
John, I don't think you 'revert" to a LSA pilot when you give up
your medical. You still have your license but you choose to
exercise the priveleges of light sport instead of the private. The
private license is good until voided or given up. Thats my
understanding.
Tom
John Cooper <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Having a medical certificate is required for certain privileges,
like acting as pilot in command, etc.
As I read it, a current medical is required for all privileges
EXCEPT those specifically excluded in 61.23(b) and preventive
maintenance is not listed there. Doesn’t make a lot of sense, but
I don’t think it’s supposed to…
If you revert to a sport pilot when your medical expires and a
sport pilot is not allowed to perform preventive maintenance, well, ….
John Cooper
Skyport Services
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Rensselaerville, NY 12147
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