With the announcement of Cessna possibly getting into the SLSA market we were very excited and encouraged. Some may view this as competition, and if it turns out we build a ready to fly plane similar, it could be. But the impact this will have on kits should be similar to what Cessna did for us decades ago, they produce new pilots. New pilots are the hope and thrust of the whole LSA movement, which in turn will result in more kit sales of both LSA applicable planes and experimental. The new Cessna can be viewed as a stepping stone for all involved in aviation. I say go for it Cessna, make your best effort to provide the public a well made, safe airplane. We in the kit business will thank you for the new customers who will be seeking either lower cost, more performance, or something different. |