nor are these aircraft produced solely for the kit builder. Most manufacturers offer factory-built options and the option to purchase the plane as a factory-built model or Light Sport Aircraft (LSA).

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The Vashon Ranger R7’s boxy fuselage hints at its SUV-style utility and the audience it was designed to attract.

The remaining six fatal accidents, involving light aircraft such as paragliders, amateur-built kit planes, and helicopters have not been investigated by aviation authorities. Ms MacGillivray said ...