Brazil Expands LSA Regs for Larger, Faster Aircraft

The updated rules for light sport aircraft bring the South American country closer to international standards.

Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at 02:41 PM ET

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Brazil’s ANAC has expanded LSA classification beyond two-seaters like this Bristell, to allow airplanes with up to four seats and a maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) of up to 1,361 kg (3,000 pounds). [Courtesy: BRM Aero]

Key Takeaways:

Brazil's national aviation regulator (ANAC) has significantly expanded its Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) rules to include larger, more powerful aircraft.
The updated regulations now allow LSAs with up to four seats, a maximum takeoff weight of 1,361 kg (3,000 pounds), variable-pitch propellers, and electric propulsion.
These changes align with ASTM International standards, aim to reduce approval costs for new designs, and broaden the LSA category beyond previous and current U.S. FAA limitations.

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Brazil’s national aviation regulator, Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC), has announced new rules for light sport aircraft (LSA) to include larger, more powerful aircraft.

Approved in July as amendments to Brazilian Civil Aviation Regulations (RBAC) No. 1 and No. 21, the changes allow airplanes with up to four seats and a maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) of up to 1,361 kg (3,000 pounds) to be classified as LSAs. Electric motors are also allowed for propulsion under the new LSA regulations, as well as variable-pitch propellers.