Quote Originally Posted by cub builder View Post
In your position, you would do better to get your private license, then forget about the 3rd class physical and go basic med. You can always drop back to light sport later if there is a need.
At least one Class 3 medical is required within ten years of getting a Basic Med physical.

Yes, after the initial Class 3, say goodbye to it and go Basic Med unless planning to fly high, heavy, or big.