Pilots, Aircraft Manufacturers Connect as Midwest LSA Expo Opens

The first day highlights include strong aircraft turnout and lots of demo flying.

Dan Johnson

Friday, September 08, 2023 at 03:39 PM ET

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Bristell representative Piston Aviation reports running an active flight school operation. [Credit: Dan Johnson]

Key Takeaways:

The Midwest LSA Expo is a highly successful and long-running event, attracting strong vendor participation, with many companies bringing multiple aircraft to effectively connect with serious customers.
Key exhibitors showcased a diverse range of Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) and kit aircraft, including offerings from AeroTrek, Texas Aircraft, Bristell, Vashon, TL Sport Aircraft, Zenith, and Magni Gyro.
Several companies are actively preparing for the FAA's upcoming Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification (MOSAIC) regulation, with some already developing or having aircraft that align with its potential changes.
The expo is particularly noted for the ease of arranging demo flights, coupled with free entry and parking, making it an accessible and effective platform for both vendors and prospective buyers.

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

One sure way to know if a show works is to observe vendor participation over a number of years. As this is my 14th year attending the Midwest LSA Expo, I can tell you that 2023 represents a strong turnout. Companies come back year after year because it works to connect them with interested customers. Both sides end up smiling.