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Updates from the Engineering Team in February and March

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

Introducing new LAA Inspector - Andrew Williams

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

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 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.

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

FAA releases AD for mandatory changes of certain rudder posts

Updates from the Engineering Team in January

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

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

Updates from the Engineering Team in December

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

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

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

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

Updates from the Engineering Team in October and November

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

Alert to highlight recent reports of trim cable corrosion on Eurostars

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

Introducing new LAA Inspector - Stuart Porter

Introducing new LAA Inspector - Alan Caldecourt

The LAA welcomes new Inspector - Mark Bodger

The LAA welcomes new Inspector - Sam McMellon

Our Membership and Engineering softwarehas now been updated!

Updates from the Engineering Team in August and September

Updates from the Engineering Team in July

Mandatory checks for corrosion in wing rear struts

Mandatory checks of clearances in the distributor cap

Updates from the Engineering Team in June