EXPERIMENTAL MAINTENANCE INSPECTION TRAINING

Know your aircraft.
Own the process.

In-person, practical light-sport repairman inspection (LSRI) training for eligible experimental aircraft owners. Build confidence in inspections, documentation and the responsibilities that come with aircraft ownership.

16-hour courseIn person at KPMUReal-world examples
Save MoneyKeep more of your hard-earned money in the air.
Learn & UnderstandBuild practical knowledge of your aircraft and inspections.
Be in ControlInspect on your schedule, at your convenience.
ConfidenceKnow your aircraft inside and out.

Training built around real aircraft ownership.

An inspection-rated repairman (light-sport) certificate may allow a qualifying owner to perform the annual condition inspection on eligible experimental light-sport and experimental amateur-built aircraft they own, subject to their category/class privileges and the aircraft's operating limitations.

EMIT training covers applicable regulations, inspection procedures, documentation, recordkeeping, and practical aircraft-inspection knowledge.

Training alone does not grant inspection privileges. Applicants must meet FAA requirements, complete an FAA-accepted course and test, and receive the appropriate certificate. Aircraft operating limitations can also affect authorization.

A focused 2-day LSRI course.

Start with the core material, then build confidence through practical examples and real-world scenarios.

01

FAA Regulations & Privileges

Applicable regulations, certificate privileges, owner responsibilities, and operating considerations.

02

Inspection Procedures

Inspection flow, standards, common areas of concern, and practical techniques for evaluating an aircraft.

03

Documentation

Records, logbook documentation, recordkeeping expectations, and organizing inspection information.

04

Hands-On Examples

Real-world aircraft examples and practical inspection scenarios that connect the classroom to the airplane.

05

Safety & Maintenance Practices

Maintenance awareness, inspection habits, and best practices that support thoughtful aircraft ownership.

06

Practical Preparation

Preparation for exercising LSRI privileges after meeting the applicable FAA requirements.

More understanding. More flexibility. More ownership.

✓ Potential savings on annual condition inspection costs
✓ Greater scheduling flexibility
✓ A deeper understanding of your aircraft
✓ Small class sizes and engaging practical training
✓ Weekend and local training options

Your training starts here.

EMIT Aviation plans its in-person LSRI courses at Panola County Airport (KPMU), Mississippi. See the current schedule and tuition details below, or contact our instructors directly.

✦ 2 days / 16 hours✦ In-person training✦ Panola County Airport (KPMU)
ENROLLMENT INFORMATION

Next EMIT LSRI Course

Upcoming dateDates to be announced
LocationPanola County Airport (KPMU)
TuitionContact for current tuition
AvailabilityAsk about available seats
Registration & Payment Options

Know the rules. Keep learning.

Direct access to FAA regulations and helpful material from EAA and AOPA. These are outside resources; EMIT Aviation is not affiliated with or endorsed by these organizations.

FAA REGULATION

14 CFR § 65.107

Eligibility, training-course requirements and requirements for the repairman (light-sport) certificate.

Read regulation ↗
FAA REGULATION

14 CFR § 65.109

Privileges and limitations, including conditions for annual inspections on eligible aircraft.

Read regulation ↗
FAA GUIDANCE

FAA Order 8000.84C

Light-sport repairman training-course acceptance and continued operational safety (effective January 27, 2026).

View FAA order (PDF) ↗
EAA

Experimental Aircraft Association

Amateur-built and light-sport aircraft inspection information and builder-owner resources.

Explore EAA resources ↗
AOPA

Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association

AOPA's overview of the light-sport inspection certificate changes following MOSAIC.

Read AOPA's overview ↗

External information can change. The current regulation, operating limitations, and FAA guidance control; do not rely on a summary as an authorization to perform inspections.

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