There are good reasons for LSA even if the category didn't exist. LSA are fun to fly, good for short fields, economical to own, and burn little fuel. If that were not the case, why would there be so many J3 Cubs, Champs, and Taylorcrafts around, lovingly restored and cared for? Yes, when the light sport regs came out it boosted the resale value of Champs and Cubs, but the values weren't bad before. Resale of LSA may drop a bit for a while but as fuel prices continue to inch up the interest will return. Where else are you going to cruise on 2 1/2 or 3 gallons an hour?

Larry