I'll throw this in as a thought..
Why in this happy world of EASA can't a machine accepted in one EASA state be simply transferred to another?
Would the CAA like to put into print why the playing field is anything less than smooth? Surely they can't be suggesting some member states are more lax, tolerant etc...
Now I understand kitbuilts usually fall under the local authority but why not get it EASA CofA approved in an 'easy' country & then force the issue! EASA being pan-European and all?
Hmmm