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15 Aug 2025

New LAA Inspector - Mark Wilkinson

Introducing new LAA Inspector - Mark Wilkinson

New LAA Inspector - Mark Wilkinson

15 Aug 2025

New LAA Inspector - Tomas del Carpio

Introducing new LAA Inspector - Tomas del Carpio

New LAA Inspector - Tomas del Carpio

14 Aug 2025

MTD-02-2025 issued - Mission M108 Nose Leg Failures - ISSUE 2

Mandatory Technical Directive relating to Mission M108 nose leg failures upissued

MTD-02-2025 issued - Mission M108 Nose Leg Failures - ISSUE 2

7 Aug 2025

Engineering updates in July

Updates from the Engineering Team in July

Engineering updates in July

6 Aug 2025

LAA Rally 2025 - Landing Slots now Live!

LAA Rally 2025 - Landing Slots now Live!

LAA Rally 2025 - Landing Slots now Live!

25 Jul 2025

Alert A-07-2025 - Glastar Aileron Servo-Tab Pushrod Cracking

Alert A-07-2025 - Glastar Aileron Servo-Tab Pushrod Cracking published to highlight a recent issue discovered

Alert A-07-2025 - Glastar Aileron Servo-Tab Pushrod Cracking

25 Jul 2025

Alert A-08-2025 - Gen 4 Jabiru 3300 Engine Crankshafts

Alert A-08-2025 - Gen 4 Jabiru 3300 Engine Crankshafts - issued following a new Service Bulletin from Jabiru Aircraft Pty Ltd

Alert A-08-2025 - Gen 4 Jabiru 3300 Engine Crankshafts

25 Jul 2025

MTD-03-2025 - Marquart Charger Aileron Slave Strut

MTD-03-2025 - Marquart Charger Aileron Slave Strut - issued after slave strut failure

MTD-03-2025 - Marquart Charger Aileron Slave Strut

24 Jul 2025

Alert 05-2024 - Rotax Oil Spray Nozzles - upissued to Issue 2

Alert 05-2024 - Inspection and/or Replacement of Oil Spray Nozzle in some Rotax 900 series engines - upissued to Issue 2

Alert 05-2024 - Rotax Oil Spray Nozzles - upissued to Issue 2

23 Jul 2025

MTD-05-2024 - Jabiru Distributor Caps - Issue 2

MTD-05-2024 - Jabiru Distributor Caps - has been upissued to Issue 2

MTD-05-2024 - Jabiru Distributor Caps - Issue 2

22 Jul 2025

The online Permit Revalidation System is live for Gyroplanes!

Both homebuilt and factory-built gyroplanes can apply for Permit revalidation through the online system

The online Permit Revalidation System is live for Gyroplanes!

18 Jul 2025

Rally Entrance Tickets, Airside Passes and Camping Permits on Sale!!

Rally Airside and Entry Tickets and camping permits available via the LAA Shop.

Rally Entrance Tickets, Airside Passes and Camping Permits on Sale!!

16 Jul 2025

New LAA Inspector - Paul Armstrong

Introducing new LAA Inspector - Paul Armstrong

New LAA Inspector - Paul Armstrong

14 Jul 2025

New LAA Inspector - Malcolm Talbot

Introducing new LAA Inspector - Malcolm Talbot

New LAA Inspector - Malcolm Talbot

4 Jul 2025

Engineering updates in June

Updates from the Engineering Team in June

Engineering updates in June

3 Jul 2025

LAA Head Office closed on Friday 4th July

LAA HQ will be closed on Friday 4th July 2025 due to the Silverstone Grand Prix. All staff will be working from home, continuing to take calls and responding to emails

LAA Head Office closed on Friday 4th July

17 Jun 2025

Gyroplanes to join the new online Permit Revalidation System

Homebuilt & Factory-Built Gyroplanes to join the new online Permit Revalidation System on 22nd July 2025!

Gyroplanes to join the new online Permit Revalidation System

12 Jun 2025

Alert A-04-2025 - Jabiru Flywheel Bolts

LAA Alert published to highlight the Installation Procedure, Torque Checks and Replacement Interval for Flywheel Attachment Bolts on aircraft equipped with Jabiru 2200, 3300 and 5100 engines, and withdrawal of LAA Alert AWA/20/15

Alert A-04-2025 - Jabiru Flywheel Bolts

12 Jun 2025

Alert A-05-2025 - Alpi Pioneer 300 - Inspection of Undercarriage Components for Cracking and Corrosion

LAA Alert published to highlight corrosion issues on Pioneer 300 & Pioneer 300 Hawk undercarriages

Alert A-05-2025 - Alpi Pioneer 300 - Inspection of Undercarriage Components for Cracking and Corrosion

12 Jun 2025

Alert A-06-2025 - Christen Eagle II Canopy Detachment

LAA Alert published to highlight a recent Christen Eagle II Canopy detachment in flight due to damage of the canopy locking pin brackets

Alert A-06-2025 - Christen Eagle II Canopy Detachment

11 Jun 2025

Radio Operators Certificate of Competence

The CAA plans to introduce a renewal process for the ROCC in August 2025.

Radio Operators Certificate of Competence

11 Jun 2025

CAA Licencing Update

The final legislation has not yet come into force.

CAA Licencing Update

6 Jun 2025

Aerobatics Course bursary for LAA Members!!!

Aerobatics Course bursary for LAA Members!!!

Aerobatics Course bursary for LAA Members!!!

6 Jun 2025

MTD-02-2025 issued - Mission M108 Nose Leg Failures

A new Mandatory Technical Directive due to recent Mission M108 nose leg failures

MTD-02-2025 issued - Mission M108 Nose Leg Failures

6 Jun 2025

Engineering updates in May

Updates from the Engineering Team in May

Engineering updates in May

30 May 2025

LAA Rally Camping Permits on Sale!

You can now buy your camping permit in advance!

LAA Rally Camping Permits on Sale!

30 May 2025

Armstrong / Isaacs Bursary 2025

Winners of the 2025 Armstrong / Isaacs Bursary. Congratulations to Calvin, Tom and Simon

Armstrong / Isaacs Bursary 2025

6 May 2025

Engineering updates in April

Updates from the Engineering Team in April

Engineering updates in April

11 Apr 2025

Engineering updates in February and March

Updates from the Engineering Team in February and March

Engineering updates in February and March

9 Apr 2025

The New Permit Revalidation System - Step-by-Step Guide

Watch our 'Online Permit Revalidation Explained' video for a step-by-step guide on how to complete the online Permit Revalidation Process

The New Permit Revalidation System - Step-by-Step Guide

31 Mar 2025

New LAA Inspector - Andrew Williams

Introducing new LAA Inspector - Andrew Williams

New LAA Inspector - Andrew Williams

20 Mar 2025

New Permit Revalidation System Announcement

Announcement of the new Permit to Fly revalidation system, coming on 15th April...

New Permit Revalidation System Announcement

1 Mar 2025

LAA Alert published for Gen 4’ Jabiru 2200 and 3300 engines

LAA Alert published to highlight a Jabiru Service Bulletin requiring replacement of the pistons of certain ‘Gen 4’ Jabiru engine types 2200 and 3300

LAA Alert published for Gen 4’ Jabiru 2200 and 3300 engines

1 Mar 2025

LAA Alert for some models of Rotax Engines

LAA Alert published to highlight a recent Service Bulletin published by Rotax regarding the inspection and/or replacement of the crankcase and/or gearbox housing on affected engines.

LAA Alert for some models of Rotax Engines

28 Feb 2025

The New Permit Revalidation System

A brief introduction to the new Permit Revalidation System, which will be introduced in April

The New Permit Revalidation System

14 Feb 2025

LAA Alert - FAA issues AD for Piper rudder posts

FAA releases AD for mandatory changes of certain rudder posts

LAA Alert - FAA issues AD for Piper rudder posts

5 Feb 2025

Engineering updates in January

Updates from the Engineering Team in January

Engineering updates in January

4 Feb 2025

Airworthiness Coordinator wanted at LAA HQ

An exciting opportunity to join the team at LAA HQ as an Airworthiness Coordinator

Airworthiness Coordinator wanted at LAA HQ

14 Jan 2025

Mandatory Technical Directive issued for many Zenair types

New Mandatory Technical Directive published regarding 'Inspection of horizontal stabiliser (tailplane) attachment brackets and associated
hardware for cracks, looseness and other forms of distress'

Mandatory Technical Directive issued for many Zenair types

2 Jan 2025

Engineering updates in December

Updates from the Engineering Team in December

Engineering updates in December

23 Dec 2024

Replica De Havilland DH71 Tiger Moth Racer takes to the air

Steve Jones’ replica DH71 Tiger Moth Racer made a highly successful maiden flight on 26th November, piloted by Steve himself.

Replica De Havilland DH71 Tiger Moth Racer takes to the air

18 Dec 2024

LAA Alert for Rotax 900 series engines regarding the oil spray nozzle

Alert to highlight issues with a blocked oil spray nozzle in some Rotax 900 series engines

LAA Alert for Rotax 900 series engines regarding the oil spray nozzle

13 Dec 2024

New LAA Alert for all Rotax 900 series engines

Alert to highlight recent issues with loose engine mount bolts on Rotax 900 series engines

New LAA Alert for all Rotax 900 series engines

6 Dec 2024

Mandatory Technical Directive issued for Eurofox aircraft

Immediate mandatory inspection of the trim cable system on all Eurfoxes & replacement by 1st June 2025 if old-style clevises are fitted

Mandatory Technical Directive issued for Eurofox aircraft

6 Dec 2024

Engineering updates in October and November

Updates from the Engineering Team in October and November

Engineering updates in October and November

3 Dec 2024

New Head of Continuing Airworthiness and Inspection

The LAA is very pleased to announce that Lucy Wootton has been appointed as the new Head of Continuing Airworthiness and Inspection

New Head of Continuing Airworthiness and Inspection

3 Dec 2024

New Alert for LAA Eurostar Aircraft

Alert to highlight recent reports of trim cable corrosion on Eurostars

New Alert for LAA Eurostar Aircraft

28 Nov 2024

LAA Alert issued for Lycoming Engines

Alert to highlight the recent Lycoming Airworthiness Dierctive regarding connecting rod bushings and connecting rod assemblies

LAA Alert issued for Lycoming Engines

15 Nov 2024

New LAA Inspector - Stuart Porter

Introducing new LAA Inspector - Stuart Porter

New LAA Inspector - Stuart Porter

24 Oct 2024

New LAA Inspector - Alan Caldecourt

Introducing new LAA Inspector - Alan Caldecourt

New LAA Inspector - Alan Caldecourt

23 Oct 2024

New LAA Inspector - Mark Bodger

The LAA welcomes new Inspector - Mark Bodger

New LAA Inspector - Mark Bodger

22 Oct 2024

New LAA Inspector - Sam McMellon

The LAA welcomes new Inspector - Sam McMellon

New LAA Inspector - Sam McMellon

9 Oct 2024

LAA System Update - 9 Oct

Our Membership and Engineering softwarehas now been updated!

LAA System Update - 9 Oct

1 Oct 2024

Engineering updates in August and September

Updates from the Engineering Team in August and September

Engineering updates in August and September

2 Aug 2024

Engineering updates in July

Updates from the Engineering Team in July

Engineering updates in July

19 Jul 2024

Mandatory Technical Directive issued for Pietenpol Air Campers

Mandatory checks for corrosion in wing rear struts

Mandatory Technical Directive issued for Pietenpol Air Campers

10 Jul 2024

Mandatory Technical Directive issued for Jabiru 2200 engines

Mandatory checks of clearances in the distributor cap

Mandatory Technical Directive issued for Jabiru 2200 engines

9 Jul 2024

Engineering updates in June

Updates from the Engineering Team in June

Engineering updates in June

20 Jun 2024

New LAA Inspector - Tom Bootyman

Introducing new LAA Inspector - Tom Bootyman!

New LAA Inspector - Tom Bootyman

4 Jun 2024

Engineering updates in May

Updates from the Engineering Team in May

Engineering updates in May

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