L39 Guy:
2.aterpter: agreed about the strict ICAO definition precludes LPV from being called that. Notwithstanding that, however, for all intents and purposes LPV is a precision approach for the operator - limits as low as 200 ft, 6 sec time to alert, "glideslope-like" vertical guidance (better than the ILS in my opinion). For the pilot it looks and feels just like an ILS despite what ICAO might say. As far as the clear zones, see my comment above about GQS and I agree - we run into this issue in Canada too.
No doubt that LPV is better than many CAT I ILSs. The LPV G/S is extremely stable, unlike some CAT 1 ILs. But, LPV lacks the integrity to go below 200 feet. Technically I agree. Practically, I think it is all B.S.
Ah, ICAO and the FAA and their PBN stuff.