Sport Pilot Talk

drseti wrote:Andy, in the event of an EMP, my electronic ignition modules will be fried, and I'll be flying a glider. Electronic navigation will be the least of my problems!

Certified ignition modules are shielded from EMP aren't they?

fatsportpilot wrote: Certified ignition modules are shielded from EMP aren't they?

(A) I doubt it, and
(B) Mine aren't certified.

drseti wrote:

fatsportpilot wrote: Certified ignition modules are shielded from EMP aren't they?

(A) I doubt it, and
(B) Mine aren't certified.

Late post but according to https://www.rotax-owner.com/pdf/IM_912_ ... 2_R1_E.pdf the Rotax's electrical system including ignition modules are tested against interference including from lightning EMP and protected. It says "The engine complies with the electromagnetic interference and lightning strike requirements of DO-160C, section 18, 20-22 and IEC 801-2" and lists tests that were carried out.