A powered parachute in flight.
First FAA-Accepted Maintenance Course Approved under MOSAIC
A powered parachute in flight.
A major milestone in recreational aviation training has been reached with the FAA's acceptance of a new Light-Sport Repairman Maintenance (LSRM) course offered by Easy Flight and designed specifically for powered parachutes — the first of its kind and the first course accepted following the introduction of the Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification (MOSAIC) rule.
Developed and offered by veteran instructor Roy Beisswenger, the course represents a significant advancement for powered-parachute pilots, mechanics and prospective aircraft owners seeking deeper technical knowledge and confidence in maintaining their aircraft.
“This is the first powered-parachute-specific maintenance course accepted by the FAA, and it comes at a time when MOSAIC is expanding what sport pilots can do,” says Beisswenger. “Pilots have always been allowed to work on their aircraft in many cases — but without training, that can be intimidating. This course closes that gap.”
While powered-parachute owners are legally permitted to perform maintenance on their experimental light-sport aircraft, a lack of structured, system-level training often limits their confidence — particularly when it comes to inspections and troubleshooting. For owners of powered parachutes certified as Special Light-Sport Aircraft (SLSA), this course is essential to maintaining and conducting annual inspections on those aircraft. The training is also valuable for prospective buyers who want to better evaluate aircraft prior to purchase.
The course is designed to go beyond minimum regulatory requirements by providing:
- in-depth instruction on powered-parachute systems
- hands-on maintenance training
- real-world troubleshooting scenarios
- a structured path toward performing condition inspections.
The FAA’s MOSAIC initiative is expected to significantly expand the scope of aircraft available to sport pilots and modernize certification pathways. The acceptance of this course marks an early example of how training infrastructure is evolving alongside those regulatory changes.
“This isn’t just another course — it’s a signal of where the industry is going,” Beisswenger says. “As MOSAIC opens new doors, pilots and mechanics will need better training to match those opportunities.”
Beisswenger has been training powered-parachute pilots since 1993 and has played a pioneering role in the development of the sport. His credentials include:
- first FAA-certified powered-parachute flight instructor
- first powered-parachute Gold Seal instructor
- first FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) for powered parachutes
- inductee into EAA Ultralight Hall of Fame
- inductee into Illinois Aviation Hall of Fame.
The Light-Sport Repairman Maintenance course provides the training required for individuals seeking to perform condition inspections on eligible light-sport aircraft, while also serving as an advanced technical education program for pilots and mechanics who want a deeper understanding of powered parachute systems. The course is offered in a highly individualized format, with limited enrollment to ensure hands-on instruction and direct interaction with the instructor. Initial sessions are already generating strong interest, with a waiting list forming for upcoming classes.
For more information, visit https://www.easyflight.com or email roy@easyflight.com.