The Light Aircraft Association (LAA) is the UK’s principal representative body for amateur-built and vintage light aircraft, as well as supporting some factory-built microlights and gyroplanes. WELCOME TO THE LIGHT AIRCRAFT ASSOCIATION Welcome to the Light Aircraft Association, the heart of a community that lives and breathes recreational aviation in all its forms! With over 75 years of history, no other UK association has the depth of knowledge and experience in looking after our sport. 7,500 Members 2,700 Aircraft 1,600 Build Projects NINE REASONS TO JOIN THE LAA 1 BUILD YOUR OWN AIRCRAFT The LAA was formed out of the amateur aircraft building movement. Even today, you can build an aircraft from the original plans or purchase a modern kit from a recognised manufacturer to build your dream aircraft, with the support of an LAA Inspector. There are so many types to choose from! More Info 2 PILOT COACHING The Pilot Coaching Scheme includes provision of Biennial Reviews and Class Rating Revalidation, as well as Type Conversions, Renewal Training, Differences Training and Licence Migration. Coaches are based all over the UK and willing to travel to meet your needs! More Info 3 LIGHT AVIATION MAGAZINE Our full-colour monthly magazine, Light Aviation , is free to all members and is packed with a wealth of technical and flying information, first-hand reports of members’ flying adventures and aircraft builds, in depth flight tests and so much more – it’s real cover to cover reading every month! More Info 4 ENGINEERING FACILITIES At our core is the amateur built aircraft movement and the comprehensive engineering facilities that support the Permit to Fly airworthiness system. A full time staff of qualified engineers and a countrywide network of Inspectors help make owning and flying your own aircraft both possible and affordable. More Info 5 TRAINING COURSES The LAA provides a wide range of courses for members, ranging from electrics to working with aluminum, aircraft carpentry, composites, Rotax engines or even an Air to Ground Radio Operators' Course! These will help you build or maintain your aircraft to the highest standard and meet LAA members with similar interests. More Info 6 OPERATE AN AIRCRAFT With the LAA fleet size ever increasing, more and more LAA members are operating LAA aircraft that they have not built under the LAA Permit to Fly Airworthiness System. The LAA Engineering Department offers the support you need to fly! More Info 7 MEET FELLOW AVIATION LOVERS! Do you want to meet fellow light aviation lovers? Clubs for LAA members (also known as Struts) meet at a local level to share knowledge and experiences, as well as take part in local events. You can find the 'Strut' nearest to you! More Info 8 MEMBER DISCOUNTS Every year, the LAA hosts a 'fly-in,' known as the 'LAA Rally' or more recently, the 'Grass Roots Fly In.' LAA members benefit from a discounted entry fee! Furthermore, there are a number of LAA-friendly companies that offer discounts and deals to LAA members. These can be found by clicking the button below. More Info 9 MEMBER REPRESENTATION We have an enviable reputation for determination and fairness within the corridors of power in the UK and Europe. We are one of the principle representative groups providing balanced consultative input on matters such as airspace, planning and safety regulation to bodies including the Department for Transport and Civil Aviation Authority. More Info Contact Us Turweston Aerodrome Nr Brackley Northants NN13 5YD Office Phone No: +44 (0)1280 846 786 Office email: [email protected] Engineering email: [email protected] Our office opening hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm Download Map Local Accommodation

Modification & Repair Worklist Below is a list of modification and repair applications that are awaiting review by our engineers. The top of each list represents the next one in that list to be reviewed. Each engineer's workload is listed separately - engineers also have tasks that are not mods and repairs. New applications received in the last week are not shown and will be added to the relevant engineer's list shortly after allocation (allocation usually takes place each Tuesday). The lists are not currently real time, but will be updated at least weekly. Note that we operate a priority system that aims to put jobs involving accidentally grounded aircraft ahead of longer term projects - new or returning tasks may therefore be added above existing tasks. (last update 24/11/25) Engineer A Applications under review Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 16214 GARMIN G5 DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION EUROPA XS 12185 LARGER NOSEWHEEL AND MODIFIED NOSEWHEEL FORK VANS RV-9A 16116 TRUTRAK GTX PILOT DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION VANS RV-9A 16778 CONSPICUITY LIGHT INSTALLATION EUROPA XS 16779 REPLACE VANS FLAP ACTUATOR WITH PHA-01 VANS RV-8 16720 ILEVIL DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION MCR-01 CLUB 13152 INSTALLATION OF CENTRAL CONSOLE VANS RV-9A 16784 PROPELLER CHANGE TO E-PROPS HEL-DUR-3-175-C ZENAIR CH 601XL 13966 DYNON DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION VANS RV-8 997 REPAIRS TO WINGS FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH EUROPA G-BYIK AND BUILDING PLUS REPLACEMENT OF TAILPLANE FAILED FOAM CORE EUROPA 16056 SENSENICH 2G0M6-C76PG 74" DIAMETER GROUND ADJUSTABLE PROPELLER INSTALLATION BEDE BD-4 16710 FAHLIN D-598 3-BLADED 66" DIAMETER PROPELLER INSTALLATION PEREIRA OSPREY 2 16754 E-PROPS GLOR-3-170-C8-T PROPELLER INSTALLATION AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR 16221 INCREASED SIZE MAIN WHEEL TYRES INSTALLATION VANS RV-9A 16220 ACI "E" FLAPS FOUR POSITION FLAP CONTROLLER INSTALLATION VANS RV-9A 16679 DYNON D10A DUAL AXIS DYNON AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION QUICKIE TRI-Q 200 16788 PPG SMOKE SYSTEM ISAACS FURY II 16433 HAND CONTROLLED RUDDER AND BRAKE SYSTEM INSTALLATION VANS RV-10 16794 GARMIN AUTOPILOT INSTALLATION EUROPA 16769 EZ-101 OIL SUMP PLUG INSTALLATION EUROPA XS 1550 DISTORTION OF STEEL FUSELAGE FRAME WITTMAN W8 TAILWIND Engineer B Applications under review 1551 LEFT FUSELAGE SKIN DEFORMATION VANS RV-8 16727 INCREASE OF MTOW CORBY CJ-1 STARLET 16741 REAR SPAR WING ATTACHMENT TAYLOR JT.1 MONOPLANE 15907 ENGINE CHANGE TO HONDA 3.5L J35A4 MINI MERLIN TITAN T-51 MUSTANG Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 1554 CRACKED ENGINE FRAME ZENAIR CH 601UL 1555 GROUND LOOP DENNEY KITFOX MK2 16791 CHANGE FROM NOSE WHEEL TO TAILWHEEL & VICE VERSA GLASTAR 16762 CARBURETTOR REPLACEMENT MONNETT SONERAI 2L 1557 DAMAGE TO RIGHT HAND SIDE LOWER FLAP SHROUD VARGA 2150A KACHINA 1428 UNDERCARRIAGE MOUNTING SOCKET FOR PORT MAIN LEG VANS RV-6 1547 CRACK IN AIRFRAME ROTORSPORT UK MTOSPORT 1417 TAILPLANE ATTACHMENT VANS RV-6 1559 WING SPAR REPAIR DENNEY KITFOX MK4-1200 16772 ORATEX 6000 DHC-1 CHIPMUNK 22 (LYCOMING) 1483 DAMAGE TO AIRFRAME VANS RV-8A 16732 ROTAX 912-ULS ENGINE INSTALLATION WITH WOODCOMP SR300/2 PROPELLER JODEL D119 16731 ELEVATOR RAY ALLEN TRIM JODEL D119 1210 BROKEN WELDS AND BENT FUSELAGE CAGE TUBES (FROM PANEL FORWARD) RANS S6-ESA 15939 INSTALLATION OF RANS S6-S STYLE PANEL RANS S6-ESA 1484 DAMAGE TO AIRFRAME LUSCOMBE 8A 15356 PSA 110 DIESEL INSTALLATION JODEL DR1051-M1 1556 REPAIR TO STABILATOR BOLKOW BO 208C JUNIOR 1456 REPAIR TO FIREWALL FRAME PIONEER 300 HAWK 16786 UPGRADE OF D1000TEFIS SCREENS TO HDX1100 EFIS SCREENS VANS RV-10 16744 AV18 LARGER FUEL TANK CRICKET MK6 16795 FRONT SEAT SEATBELT SHOULDER ATTACHMENT POINT/BRACKET PIPER PA-18 1546 DAMAGE SUSTAINED TO CHANNEL F-1204E VANS RV-12 16796 ROTAX 912UL CRICKET MK6 16763 RAISED SHOULDER HARNESS DH82A TIGER MOTH 16797 DELTA HAWK DHK200A4 & HARTZELL RAPTOR 3 BLADES 69 VANS RV-14 Engineer C Applications under review 16515 FUEL INJECTION INSTALLATION TO LYCOMING O-540-E4C5 ENGINE VANS RV-10 Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 1416 FIN ATTACHMENT VANS RV-6 1531 UPPER LONGERON CRACK IN TUBE (LEFT SIDE) APPROX 4" FROM STERN POST PIPER PA-18-95 16782 ENGINE AND PROP CHANGE TO CONTINENTAL O-200A AND HERCULES PROP 7045261-S PIPER J3C-65 16631 NON STANDARD LOWER LUGGAGE SPACE AS PREVIOUSLY EMBODIED IN USA LUSCOMBE 8E 1480 REPAIRS AFTER AIRCRAFT INVERTED ON FORCED LANDING NIPPER T.66 RA45 SERIES 3 16447 CATEGORY CHANGE TO MICROLIGHT AEROTECHNIK EV-97A EUROSTAR 14550 IGNITION HARNESS REPLACEMENT REPLICA FOKKER DR1 16480 MTWA INCREASE AEROPRAKT A22 FOXBAT 16785 ENGINE AND PROP CHANGE TO JABIRU 2200A AND GT PROP GT/2/157/NO/FW101 SHERWOOD RANGER XP 15529 22 INCH DIAMETER AERO CLASSIC SMOOTH TUNDRA 22 X 8.5 - 6 TYRES INSTALLATION REBEL 1378 REPAIR AFTER SLOW SPEED IMPACT WITH FIELD BOUNDARY HEDGE GLASAIR GLASTAR SPORTSMAN 14787 FT-60 FUEL FLOW TRANSDUCER 'RED CUBE' INSTALLATION VANS RV-7 16789 INSTALL AERO FABRICATORS SHOULDER HARNESS & SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY CESSNA 120 16753 CATEGORY CHANGE FROM GROUP A TO MICROLIGHT IKARUS C42 FB100 VLA 16758 CATEGORY CHANGE TO MICROLIGHT EUROFOX 912(S) 16760 DYNON SV32 TWO AXIS AUTOPILOT VANS RV-9A 16793 ENGINE & PROPELLER CHANGE TO ROTAX 912 UL & WARP DRIVE 68R-NT-HPL3 DENNEY KITFOX MK2 16799 RELOCATION OF RIBS F-745-L & F-745-R TO ACCOMODATE DUAL SCREEN EFIS VANS RV-7 12283 TIP-UP INSTRUMENT PANEL SUPPORT WITH EFIS SCREENS VANS RV-7A 15936 CLEVELAND WHEEL/BRAKE INSTALLATION BUCKER BU133C 16773 CATEGORY CHANGE TO MICROLIGHT AEROPRAKT A32 VIXXEN 16738 ADDING ANTI COLLISION LIGHT AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR 15425 GARMIN G3X AUTO-PILOT WITH GMC507 CONTROLLER INSTALLATION VANS RV-7 12539 INSTRUMENT PANEL ACCESS VANS RV-8 16798 BRS BALLISTIC PARACHUTE RESCUE SYSTEM SLING 4 TSI 1542 CORROSION OF STEEL TUBE SECTIONS ON LOWER LONGERONS AND STERN POST AUSTER 5J4/100 16199 INSTALLATION OF WOODCOMP SR3000/3N PROPELLER EUROPA 16751 MT MTV-12-B/183-59B PROPELLER INSTALLATION VANS RV-8 16730 ROTAX 912-ULS ENGINE INSTALLATION WITH WOODCOMP SR3000/3N PROPELLER BRISTELL NG5 SPEED WING 16533 UPGRADE OF MAIN UNDERCARRIAGE STRUCTURE IN ORDER TO REMOVE THE CURRENT MTOW RESTRICTION REBEL Engineer D Applications under review Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) Engineer E Applications under review 16790 ADDITION OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DH82A TIGER MOTH Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 16022 ELECTRICAL SUPPLY CHANGES TO LEBURG CHARGING & FUEL PUMP DRUINE D.31 TURBULENT 16001 INSTALLATION OF ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP DRUINE D.31 TURBULENT 1155 DAMAGE TO UNDERSIDE OF COWLINGS, BELLY SCOOP AND PROP TITAN T-51 MUSTANG Engineer C Applications under review 16515 FUEL INJECTION INSTALLATION TO LYCOMING O-540-E4C5 ENGINE New applications awaiting review 1416 FIN ATTACHMENT 1531 UPPER LONGERON CRACK IN TUBE (LEFT SIDE) APPROX 4" FROM STERN POST 16782 ENGINE AND PROP CHANGE TO CONTINENTAL O-200A AND HERCULES PROP 7045261-S 16631 NON STANDARD LOWER LUGGAGE SPACE AS PREVIOUSLY EMBODIED IN USA 1480 REPAIRS AFTER AIRCRAFT INVERTED ON FORCED LANDING 16447 CATEGORY CHANGE TO MICROLIGHT 14550 IGNITION HARNESS REPLACEMENT 16480 MTWA INCREASE 16785 ENGINE AND PROP CHANGE TO JABIRU 2200A AND GT PROP GT/2/157/NO/FW101 15529 22 INCH DIAMETER AERO CLASSIC SMOOTH TUNDRA 22 X 8.5 - 6 TYRES INSTALLATION 1378 REPAIR AFTER SLOW SPEED IMPACT WITH FIELD BOUNDARY HEDGE 14787 FT-60 FUEL FLOW TRANSDUCER 'RED CUBE' INSTALLATION 16789 INSTALL AERO FABRICATORS SHOULDER HARNESS & SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY 16753 CATEGORY CHANGE FROM GROUP A TO MICROLIGHT 16758 CATEGORY CHANGE TO MICROLIGHT 16760 DYNON SV32 TWO AXIS AUTOPILOT 16793 ENGINE & PROPELLER CHANGE TO ROTAX 912 UL & WARP DRIVE 68R-NT-HPL3 16799 RELOCATION OF RIBS F-745-L & F-745-R TO ACCOMODATE DUAL SCREEN EFIS 12283 TIP-UP INSTRUMENT PANEL SUPPORT WITH EFIS SCREENS 15936 CLEVELAND WHEEL/BRAKE INSTALLATION 16773 CATEGORY CHANGE TO MICROLIGHT 16738 ADDING ANTI COLLISION LIGHT 15425 GARMIN G3X AUTO-PILOT WITH GMC507 CONTROLLER INSTALLATION 12539 INSTRUMENT PANEL ACCESS 16798 BRS BALLISTIC PARACHUTE RESCUE SYSTEM 1542 CORROSION OF STEEL TUBE SECTIONS ON LOWER LONGERONS AND STERN POST 16199 INSTALLATION OF WOODCOMP SR3000/3N PROPELLER 16751 MT MTV-12-B/183-59B PROPELLER INSTALLATION 16730 ROTAX 912-ULS ENGINE INSTALLATION WITH WOODCOMP SR3000/3N PROPELLER 16533 UPGRADE OF MAIN UNDERCARRIAGE STRUCTURE IN ORDER TO REMOVE THE CURRENT MTOW RESTRICTION Returning applications awaiting review 1416 FIN ATTACHMENT 1531 UPPER LONGERON CRACK IN TUBE (LEFT SIDE) APPROX 4" FROM STERN POST 16631 NON STANDARD LOWER LUGGAGE SPACE AS PREVIOUSLY EMBODIED IN USA 1480 REPAIRS AFTER AIRCRAFT INVERTED ON FORCED LANDING 15529 22 INCH DIAMETER AERO CLASSIC SMOOTH TUNDRA 22 X 8.5 - 6 TYRES INSTALLATION 1378 REPAIR AFTER SLOW SPEED IMPACT WITH FIELD BOUNDARY HEDGE 16753 CATEGORY CHANGE FROM GROUP A TO MICROLIGHT 16758 CATEGORY CHANGE TO MICROLIGHT 16760 DYNON SV32 TWO AXIS AUTOPILOT 12283 TIP-UP INSTRUMENT PANEL SUPPORT WITH EFIS SCREENS 15936 CLEVELAND WHEEL/BRAKE INSTALLATION 16773 CATEGORY CHANGE TO MICROLIGHT 16738 ADDING ANTI COLLISION LIGHT 15425 GARMIN G3X AUTO-PILOT WITH GMC507 CONTROLLER INSTALLATION 1542 CORROSION OF STEEL TUBE SECTIONS ON LOWER LONGERONS AND STERN POST 16199 INSTALLATION OF WOODCOMP SR3000/3N PROPELLER 16751 MT MTV-12-B/183-59B PROPELLER INSTALLATION 16730 ROTAX 912-ULS ENGINE INSTALLATION WITH WOODCOMP SR3000/3N PROPELLER 16533 UPGRADE OF MAIN UNDERCARRIAGE STRUCTURE IN ORDER TO REMOVE THE CURRENT MTOW RESTRICTION

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< Back Armstrong-Isaacs Bursaries for 2026 21 Nov 2025 Armstrong-Isaacs bursaries for 2026! The LAA is proud to announce the opening of applications for its Armstrong-Isaacs bursaries for 2025. Five bursaries of up to £1,500 are offered to young pilots already in PPL training, offering extra funding to help them complete their courses, at a time when, all too often, money starts to run out. More information on the bursaries can be found here . Next Previous

< Back AGM The awards ceremony will start at 11.30 a.m. Registration for entry into the AGM will be open at 10.45. For more details, please see link below. https://www.lightaircraftassociation.co.uk/agm2025 Next Previous

< Back Christmas 2025 Closing Dates The LAA will close on Wednesday 24th December at midday and re-open on Monday 5th January 2026. Wishing all our members a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Next Previous

Modifying & Repairing Aircraft One of the main features of the LAA system is that modifications and repairs can be approved with significantly reduced costs compared with aircraft on Certificates of Airworthiness, where applicants would need to deal with the CAA or EASA. Since the engineering team are all ‘little aircraft’ experts, it is usually a straight-forward job to approve many types of change. Of course, with many of our members being so creative, sometimes the job takes a little more time and thought to approve! View current mod/repair application queue Modifcation Type Description Further Details Application Form Application Fee Category Changes Applications to change an aircraft’s category from a microlight to a ‘Group A’ aircraft (and vice versa) are allocated a modification number to record the change. If an engine or propeller change is required at the same time, then an application must be made as noted above. N/A LAA/ MOD 10 £206 Engine & Propeller Changes These are treated as Prototype or Repeat modifications, unless they appear on the PTL list for the type. Technical Leaflet TL 3.02 LAA/MOD 4 and LAA/MOD 5 * See below Avionics Installations These are not considered modifications, but in order to fulfil their legal obligations, owners are required to keep LAA up-to-date should radio details alter. A special system exists for the approval of radio changes that is separate from other modifications. Technical Leaflet TL 3.03 LAA/MOD 7 No charge for radio/transponder installations, but a £31 fee is chargeable for certified ADS-B Out applications STCs Where a change has previously been approved by means of a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC), LAA Engineering then only needs to investigate any installation/compatibility issues rather than the change itself. N/A LAA/MOD 13 £52 The Trivial Change Sometimes a change is so trivial that no application is required and there is no need to inform the Engineering department. Technical Leaflet TL 3.10 N/A N/A Manufacturers' Modifications Kit manufacturers and plans suppliers often have long lists of optional modifications that can be fitted and during the lifetime of a type product improvements are introduced. Generally, LAA-accepted optional items are listed on the TADS for the type. N/A N/A N/A The Standard Modification This is a modification that is very well defined and is applicable to a particular aircraft or engine type or types. Members may nominate new Standard Modifications using form LAA/MOD 9; however, LAA Engineering may choose to convert popular Repeat modifications into Standard Modifications. Technical Leaflet TL 3.06 LAA/MOD 1 Variable, see individual mods for details The Repeat Modification A modification that has already been approved on one aircraft as a Prototype modification. Note that a Repeat modification must identically replicate the original Prototype modification including fasteners and positions of parts and should generally be on the same aircraft type as the original. Technical Leaflet TL 3.07 and TL 3.17 LAA/MOD 11 * See below The Prototype ("normal") Modification This is a normal modification application made in the usual way and is applicable only to the aircraft for which the application is made. Technical Leaflet TL 3.01 LAA/MOD 2 and LAA/MOD3 * See below * All prototype modifications (including engine and propeller changes) attract a minimum fee of £103 which covers up to two hours' work; all repeat modifications (including engine and propeller changes) attract a minimum fee of £52 which covers up to one hour's work. Thereafter, work is charged at £57/hour in either case. See the relevant Technical Leaflet for the type of modification for further details. To access the Technical Leaflets, MOD forms and Standard Modifications described above, click one of the buttons below: Technical Leaflets on Modifications & Repairs LAA MOD Forms Standard Modifications

< Back MTD-05-2025 Eurofox Rudder Pedal Cracking 19 Nov 2025 MTD-05-2025 Eurofox Rudder Pedal Cracking - Mandatory Inspection requirements, which must be completed before your next flight There have been two reported instances in the UK of Eurofox aircraft experiencing cracking at the right-foot rudder pedal on the starboard seat side, where it is welded to the rudder pedal torque tube, leading to the pedal no longer being rigidly attached to the torque tube. On at least one of these instances, aircraft handling was negatively affected, reducing yaw authority and seriously degrading flight safety. Note that failure of the starboard side right-foot rudder pedal results in loss of rudder control, even when the aircraft is flown from the Pilot in Command position i.e. from the port seat side. Please refer to the MTD-05-2025 document below for full details of the mandatory inspection requirements, which must be completed before your next flight and subsequently at intervals not exceeding 10 flight-hours or the next Permit Revalidation inspection, whichever occurs first. MTD-05-2025 can be also found here MTD-05-2025 - Eurofox Rudder Pedal Cracking .pdf Download PDF • 247KB Next Previous

< Back Engineering updates in January 5 Feb 2025 The following documents have been issued/updated in the Engineering 'Info Library' during January. Continuing airworthiness information : Mandatory Technical Directive 01-2025 - Zenair tailplane brackets TADS : Glasair Jabiru engine Pietenpol Aircamper Scottish Aviation Bulldog Zenair CH 750 Cruzer Miscellaneous: Links to the relevant Technical Leaflets and forms added to the Night/IFR section Next Previous

< Back Two new LAA Inspectors appointed 28 Sept 2023 Congratulations to our latest LAA Inspectors, Luke McMillan and Gareth Rutt. Luke and Gareth both came to LAA HQ at Turweston last Thursday for 'Induction, Examination and Interview Day' with our Chief Inspector, Lucy. We wish Luke and Gareth well as they start this exciting new chapter! Next Previous

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