Scott Barrett <<scottbarrettc4>>
writes:

I propose that multiple standards may be allowed and that the the
European standard be met as a minimum. The European standard for helmets offers
inferior levels of protection in comparison to the superior Bell standard or the
Australian AS/NZS 2063. The British standard is an equivalent to the European
standard.

As an indication of the performance of the respective products, it can be seen
that the EU helmets have 1/2 the thickness of energy absorbing layers than that
of an Australian standard helmet. That translates to a European helmet applying
up to four times more load to the occupants head than the superior Australian
standard.

I want any competitor to be able to exercise their right to protect themselves
better than the EU standard when they fly, without penalty. This is to be
encouraged. At no stage should rule making lead to enforcing a lower level of
safety on a competitor. A competitor may choose the lower standard if they wish.
I personal do not wish to use the lower EU standard for myself.

The
Lubin
helmet that Gerolf prefers and feels is safer for him contains less foam
that the EN966  standard.