As another operator of a superb Gardan Horizon I too am wondering why such a fine aircraft cannot be considered for operating on a LAA Permit to fly? As John mentions, there is no back up for airframe parts so we really need the flexibility with maintenance issues that the excellent LAA regime ...

I've just read 'Flying John's' comments regarding the Gardan Horizon aircraft, and hope that he will stir some comments and responses. As John mentions the Gardan Horizon's have no TC holder, with no clear suppliers of replacement airframe parts and yet they are still only allowed to operate on EASA ...