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, the new owner of *Flying* magazine, returned to flying after a 20-year hiatus, initially acquiring an Icon A5 for local recreational flights.
- He later added a Tecnam Astore, a modern Light Sport Aircraft (LSA), to his fleet to serve as a dedicated cross-country aircraft.
- The Tecnam Astore impressed him with its advanced Garmin G3X dual-screen avionics, autopilot, efficient performance, and sleek design, making it a powerful complement to the leisure-focused Icon A5.
- While highly satisfied with the Astore's capabilities and technology, he noted that its long glide required a learning curve for landings and wished for features like cupholders and removable windows for better ventilation.
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