Editor’s Note: “Taking Off in Public” is a new digital series written by Craig Fuller, the new owner of Flying magazine. In this series, Fuller will provide insight into his plans for Flying and a first-hand look at how Flying is being built for the next generation.
Taking Off in Public: Getting to Know My New LSA Tecnam Astore
Key Takeaways:
- Craig Fuller, new owner of *Flying* magazine, re-entered aviation after a 20-year hiatus, initially acquiring an Icon A5 for local, recreational river flying.
- Recognizing the Icon A5's limitations for longer journeys, he sought a second Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) for cross-country travel, prioritizing modern avionics, efficiency, and lower ownership costs.
- He chose the Tecnam Astore, praising its "frisky" performance, advanced Garmin G3X dual-screen cockpit with integrated features (autopilot, SiriusXM, engine data), and overall modern design.
- Fuller considers the Astore an ideal complement to the Icon A5, allowing him to enjoy both exhilarating local flights and comfortable, technologically sophisticated cross-country trips.
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