Direct Fly’s Alto NG a Beautiful Bargain

There's no need to wait two years for a MOSAIC aircraft of your dreams.

Dan Johnson

Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at 08:17 AM ET

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Alto NG [Credit: Dan Johnson]

Key Takeaways:

The article highlights a comprehensive presentation on the FAA's complex Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification (MOSAIC) regulation at the Midwest LSA Expo, noting the extensive Q&A session and audience engagement.
It introduces the Direct Fly Alto NG, now being re-established in the U.S. market by Ken McConnaughhay, praising its detailed finish, comfortable piloting, and gentle flight characteristics suitable for various pilot skill levels.
The Alto NG is presented as a well-equipped aircraft, fairly priced at $147,500 in the current market, and an attractive, immediately available alternative to potentially more expensive and distant future MOSAIC-compliant aircraft.

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Editor’s note: This article appeared on Plane & Pilot.

At Midwest LSA Expo day two, I gave my first talk about the FAA’s Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification (MOSAIC ) regulation rulemaking to an SRO room. The video turned out well, so following some editing on the Q&A session that followed, I pledge to get this up next week.