New importer for Ukraine LSA

For several years Dennis Long has been the American face of Aeroprakt.

And he has enjoyed quite a good run.

According to a quick search on Tableau Public — the source for all light aircraft N-number registrations — Aeroprakt has around 70 aircraft flying in the USA. Dennis Long sold most of them.

As most readers may be aware, Aeroprakt is based in the Ukraine, specifically in Kyiv.

If you weren’t sure where that was in 2021, you surely know now.

While the company continues to produce, it is operating under significant duress from the war, Dennis reported during the 2022 SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo. Parts, supplies, and shipment of finished aircraft is massively disrupted by Russia’s aggression in Ukraine.

In this very challenging environment, Dennis is changing gears. While he will continue to help, he is turning over import duties for Aeroprakt to Andy Humphrey, a CFI, an A&P with Inspection Authorization, and a veteran of the Light-Sport Aircraft sector.

Andy’s Heavenbound Aviation is based in Johnstown, Ohio, where he also represents Aerolite 103 and Quicksilver. Given his experience in the affordable end of aviation, it appears Aeroprakt is in good hands for the future.

When Putin removes his troops from Ukraine, look for the low-cost aircraft producer to accelerate.