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Latest News 3 Sept 2026 LAA Office Closure The LAA Office will be closed from 4th-7th September inclusive for the LAA Rally Read More 1 Sept 2026 Remembering Mike Whittaker Remembering Mike Whittaker, Designer of the MW range of microlights Read More 28 Aug 2026 LAA RALLY 2026 - Speakers Corner Speakers Corner talks now available! Read More 25 Aug 2026 MTD-07-2026 - Vans Horizontal Stabiliser Attach Position - Issue 2 This MTD has been upissued to Issue 2 in order to align with the re-issue of Vans SB 00134 at Revision 1 Read More 19 Aug 2026 MTD-07-2026 Issue 1 - Horizontal Stabiliser Forward Attach Bolt Position A Mandatory Technical Directive to mandate the actions called for in Van's Service Bulletin, SB 00134. Read More 18 Aug 2026 MTD-06-2024 Issue 3 - Pietenpol Air Camper Wing Strut Internal Corrosion Inspection and modification requirements for Pietenpol Air Camper aircraft fitted with 'Jim Wills' wing struts Read More 14 Aug 2026 MTD-06-2026 - Vixxen Forward Wing Attachment Reinforcement A new MTD regarding reinforcing the front wing attachment brackets of A-32 & A32-L aircraft with Aeroprakt serial numbers up to and including #370 Read More 13 Aug 2026 New Technical Leaflet - Lifed Items Technical Leaflet TL 2.34 - Lifed Items Issue 1 - published Read More 6 Aug 2026 Engineering updates in July Updates from the Engineering Team in July Read More 3 Aug 2026 CAA EC Mandate consultation webinar Tuesday 11th August The CAA is holding webinar for the General Aviation community in relation to the CAA’s consultation on a Proposed Electronic Conspicuity Mandate in the UK on Tuesday 11 August from 18:00 – 19:00. Read More 30 Jul 2026 Alert A-03-2026 - Loose Propeller Bolts - Effect of Prolonged Heatwaves on Wooden Propellers Refer to the propeller manufacturer's instructions for the correct bolt torque Read More 28 Jul 2026 MTD- 04-2026 Issue 1 - Vans Fuel Pick Up Failure Final MTD- 04-2026 Issue 1 Published after Consultation Read More 24 Jul 2026 MTD-06-2024 Issue 2 - Pietenpol Air Camper Wing Rear Strut Internal Corrosion Inspection and modification requirements for Pietenpol Air Camper aircraft fitted with 'Jim Wills' rear wing struts Read More 23 Jul 2026 LAA Alert A-02-2026 - MCR-01 Tailplane Mounting Corrosion Inspection of aluminium alloy wing and tailplane attachment brackets on MCR-01 aircraft operating on an LAA Permit to Fly. Read More 21 Jul 2026 MTD-02-2025 Issue 3 - Mission M108 Nose Leg Failure Issue 3 of this MTD is issued primarily to correct and clarify a part reference Read More 6 Jul 2026 Engineering updates in June Updates from the Engineering Team in June Read More 6 Jul 2026 CAA MPD-2026-003-E – Rotax 912/914 Series Engines The directive applies to Rotax 912 UL, 912 ULS, 912 iS Sport, and 914 UL series engines fitted with affected propeller gearboxes Read More 2 Jul 2026 New Technical Leaflet – Parts Produced by Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing) Technical Leaflet 3.30, Issue 1 Read More 2 Jul 2026 MTD-06-2025 - Europa Tailplane Torque Tube Mod Failure - Issue 2 Europa aircraft owners are required to identify the tailplane torque tube configuration, determine whether clamps are fitted Read More 29 Jun 2026 LAA HQ will be closed on Friday 3rd July due to the Silverstone Grand Prix LAA HQ will close on the 3rd of July Read More 26 Jun 2026 Engineering Employment Opportunity - Design Verification Engineer Want to take the next step in your Aviation Engineering career? Then join the Light Aircraft Association Engineering Team and help keep the UK's largest fleet of vintage and light sport aircraft flying! Read More 26 Jun 2026 MTD-02-2026 Issue 1 Published - Cracking in E-Props Durandal HexMc® Propeller Hubs A New Mandatory Technical Directive Applicable to LAA Aircraft Fitted with E-Props Durandal 3-Blade Propeller Hubs Read More 24 Jun 2026 LAA RALLY ENTRANCE TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE!!! You can now purchase entrance tickets via the LAA Shop. Read More 16 Jun 2026 Alert A-07-2025 ISSUE 2 - Glastar Aileron Servo-Tab Pushrod Cracking Clarification on the servo tab and aileron electric trim manufacturer options Read More 5 Jun 2026 Engineering updates in May Updates from the Engineering Team in May Read More 5 Jun 2026 LAA Alert A-01-2026 - Eurofox Tailplane Struts Alert to Highlight the Risk of Serious Structural Failure from Incorrect Assembly of Eurofox Tailplane Bracing Struts Read More 3 Jun 2026 LAA Open Day this Saturday 6th June - Postponed LAA's Summer Open Day has unfortunately been postponed Read More 7 May 2026 Engineering updates in April Updates from the Engineering Team in April Read More 24 Apr 2026 MTD-03-2026 Issue 1 Published – NSI CAP 140 Propeller Cracking A new Mandatory Technical Directive has been raised to withdraw approval for CAP 140 propeller blade cuffs versions Read More 15 Apr 2026 MTD-01-2026 Issue 1 Published - Shadow Aircraft Oratex Disbonding A new Mandatory Technical Directive due to Oratex covering suffered a largescale disbond in flight Read More 3 Apr 2026 New LAA Factory-Built Gyroplane Inspector - Kevin Whitehead Introducing new LAA FBG Inspector - Kevin Whitehead Read More 2 Apr 2026 New LAA Inspector - Robin Smith Introducing new LAA Inspector - Robin Smith Read More 1 Apr 2026 Engineering updates in March Updates from the Engineering Team in March Read More 30 Mar 2026 Armstrong / Isaacs Bursary 2026 Winners of the 2026 Armstrong / Isaacs Bursary. Congratulations to Kate, Iain and Rose!! Read More 20 Mar 2026 New LAA Inspector - Mike Maddams Introducing new LAA Inspector - Mike Maddams Read More 16 Mar 2026 New LAA Inspector - Craig Ransome Introducing new LAA Inspector - Craig Ransome Read More 6 Mar 2026 Winner Announced: LAA 80th Anniversary Rally Poster Congratulations to Amy Whitewick, whose striking design was chosen to mark 80 years of grassroots aviation, engineering excellence and community spirit! Read More 5 Mar 2026 Engineering updates in February Updates from the Engineering Team in February Read More 19 Feb 2026 LAA host British Young Pilots BYP launch Sunday Flying Club Read More 6 Feb 2026 Malcolm McBride Update Malcolm McBride's Funeral arrangements Read More 5 Feb 2026 Engineering updates in January Updates from the Engineering Team in January Read More 2 Feb 2026 *DEADLINE EXTENDED!* Design the LAA 2026 Rally Poster Competition The Light Aircraft Association (LAA) invites members, their friends and family who are 16+ to take part in our Design a 2026 Rally Poster competition celebrating the 80th Anniversary of the LAA. Read More 19 Jan 2026 Eurofox Rudder Pedal Failures - LAA Standard Modification Approved & MTD-05-2025 Issue 4 LAA Standard Modification SM16826 ‘Reinforcement of Rudder Pedal to Torque Tube Joints & Latest MT-05-2025 Read More 12 Jan 2026 Eurofox Rudder Pedal Failures - CAA Mandatory Permit Directive CAA MPD-2026-002-E - Eurofox Rudder Pedal Cracking Read More 7 Jan 2026 Engineering updates in November and December Updates from the Engineering Team in November and December Read More 7 Jan 2026 MTD-05-2025 Issue 3 published - Eurofox Rudder Pedals MTD-05-2025 Issue 3 published - Eurofox Rudder Pedals Read More 23 Dec 2025 LAA Alert A-15-2025 Glasair Rudder Pedal Bearing Failures Alert to highlight the Glasair Rudder Pedal Bearing Failures and Recommended Testing Read More 16 Dec 2025 MTD-06-2025 published - Europa Tailplane Torque Tube Mod Failure MTD-06-2025 - A recent inspection of a Europa fitted with the tailplane torque tube clamp modification, LAA MOD 10623, revealed both halves of the clamp had broken and fallen apart. Read More 11 Dec 2025 LAA Alert A-14-2025 - Eurofox Fuel Line Disconnected In-Flight Alert to highlight the issue of Eurofox Fuel Line Disconnected In-Flight Read More 10 Dec 2025 LAA Alert A-13-2025 - CZAW SportCruiser Nose-Leg Failures Alert to highlight the issue of CZAW SportCruiser Nose-Leg Failures Read More 5 Dec 2025 MTD-05-2025 Issue 2 published - Eurofox Rudder Pedals MTD-05-2025 Issue 2 published - Eurofox Rudder Pedals Read More 4 Dec 2025 MTD-04-2025 Issue 3 - Rans Control Linkage Rod End Connector Safety Washers MTD-04-2025 upissued to Issue 3 to amend the specification of the metal washers that must used to replace plastic washers. Read More 4 Dec 2025 New LAA Inspector - Gary Priestley Introducing new LAA Inspector - Gary Priestley Read More 2 Dec 2025 ROTAX® Service Bulletins – Inspection of the Propeller Gearbox Inspection of the propeller gearbox of ROTAX® 915 i and 916 i(Series) Aircraft Engines Read More 28 Nov 2025 Returning LAA Inspector - Chris Norris Introducing LAA Inspector Chris Norris Read More 27 Nov 2025 New LAA Inspector - Phil Hebdon Introducing new LAA Inspector - Phil Hebdon Read More 27 Nov 2025 New LAA Inspector - Ben Davis Introducing new LAA Inspector - Ben Davis Read More 21 Nov 2025 Armstrong-Isaacs Bursaries for 2026 Armstrong-Isaacs Bursaries for 2026 now open! Read More 19 Nov 2025 MTD-05-2025 Eurofox Rudder Pedal Cracking MTD-05-2025 Eurofox Rudder Pedal Cracking - Mandatory Inspection Requirements Read More 18 Nov 2025 MTD-04-2025 upissued to Issue 2 - Rans Control Linkage Rod End Connector Safety Washers MTD-04-2025 upissued to Issue 2 to amend the specification of the metal washers that must used to replace plastic washers. Read More

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 03/09/26) Engineer A Applications under review 1580 WINGS AND FUSELAGE REPAIRS EUROPA 16862 TURTLE PAC 'DRUM 25' 94 LITRE LONG RANGE RESERVE FUEL TANK INSTALLATION AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 16645 REPLACE HIGH COMPRESSION PISTONS WITH LOWER COMPRESSION PISTONS VANS RV-8 16913 GROVE ALUMINIUM UNDERCARRIAGE LEG INSTALLATION EUROPA XS 16784 E-PROPS DUR-3-175-C ??? PROPELLER INSTALLATION ZENAIR CH 601XL 16899 CATTO 2BCT-8055CCW-CBP 80" X 55" PROPELLER INSTALLATION DHC-1 CHIPMUNK 22 1553 MAIN UNDERCARRIAGE LEG DAMAGE STARBOARD SIDE PULSAR 15622 EUROPA LONG WINGS INSTALLATION EUROPA XS 16944 TOE BRAKES DRUINE D.62B CONDOR 16948 LANDING GEAR WARNING EUROPA XS 16923 CARBURETTOR HEAT CONTROL EXTENSION PIPER J3C-65 16886 KANARDIA INDU COMBO DIGITAL ALTIMETER / ASI TO REPLACE MECHANICAL ALTIMETER AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR 16931 HARTZELL 2C1-R419A1X/75CS08-2X 72 INCH DIAMETER PROPELLER INSTALLATION VANS RV-7 1630 OUTRIGGER COLLAPSE EUROPA 16825 INCREASE FLAPERON MAXIMUM DEFLECTION TO 15 DEGREES SKYSTAR KITFOX VIXEN 16808 ROTAX 912-S ENGINE INSTALLATION WITH ECOPROP 170R110/3 PROPELLER ZENAIR CH 601HD 14588 MUDGUARD FOR MAIN WHEEL EUROPA XS 15152 HARTZELL HC-C2YL-1BF/GT-2-V46-Y180FW120SRTC (HYBRID), 180CM DIAMETER PROPELLER INSTALLATION VANS RV-4 1632 REPAIR TO R/H WINGTIP DAMAGE EUROPA 1634 DAMAGE TO PORT WING UPPER SURFACE JABIRU UL-450 16963 WING-TIP NAVIGATION LIGHTS & STROBES INSTALLATION EUROPA 16964 AERO INSTRUMENT 12V HEATED PITOT TUBE EUROPA 16594 DUC COBRABLACK-R 1830 MM DIAMETER 2 BLADED PROPELLER INSTALLATION VANS RV-7 16902 KANARDIA ?? DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION ZENAIR CH 750 CRUZER 16971 DISC BRAKE CONVERSION SCINTEX CP1310-C3 16973 ALTERNATIVE UNDERCARRIAGE LEGS WITTMAN W10 TAILWIND 16819 REBUILT LYCOMING YIO-360-EXP ENGINE INSTALLATION WITH MTV-9-B-C/C188-18B PROPELLER PROPELLER EDGE 360 1639 WING TANK REPAIR DUE TO DAMAGE BY E5 FUEL [REPEAT OF REPAIR 1307] DENNEY KITFOX MK2 Engineer B Applications under review 1618 PORT FLAP DAMAGE NORD 1002 1555 GROUND LOOP DENNEY KITFOX MK2 1611 PORT OUTER D-BOX SKIN & SPAR FLANGE DISRUPTION REPAIRS VANS RV-6 1559 WING SPAR REPAIR DENNEY KITFOX MK4-1200 16874 CRICKET TALL TEETER TOWERS EVERETT GYROPLANE SERIES 1 1598 DAMAGE TO TOP LONGERON VANS RV-6 16842 WEIGHT INCREASE TO 405 KG KOLB TWINSTAR MK3 (MODIFIED) 16410 INSTALLATION OF AUTOMATION AUTOPILOT COLOMBAN MC-30 LUCIOLE 16811 SUPERECO AUTOPILOT RANS S6-ES 16796 ROTAX 912UL CRICKET MK6 16159 FITTING OF GM LS3 V8 ENGINE TITAN T-51 MUSTANG Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 16863 UNDERCARRIAGE FAIRINGS AERONCA 7AC CHAMPION 1574 AILERON INTERCONNECT STRUTS RE MTD-03-2025 MARQUART MA5 CHARGER 1572 LOWER LONGERON/UNDERCARRIAGE ATTACHMENT PRIMARY STRUCTURE CRACKS DR 107 ONE DESIGN 16946 SEAT MODIFICATIONS 1620 CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE OF FUEL TANKS MURPHY ELITE 1626 RUDDER HORN HOLES WORN AUSTER D4-108 1528 WING LEADING EDGE REPAIR BA SWALLOW 2 16617 FUEL SYSTEM CHANGE TO LATER WING TANKS AUSTER J1N 1629 BENT AILERON ROD DURING PAINTING STREAK SHADOW 16903 INSTALL LIGHTWEIGHT B & C STARTER & ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT REPLICA SE5A 1380 REAR FUSELAGE REPAIR MAVERICK 430 1633 RUDDER REPAIR BOLKOW BO 208C JUNIOR 1624 CENTRE SPAR WEB AND LONGERON SLING 4 TSI 16970 SUBSTITUTE US HARDWARE FOR BRITISH DH82A TIGER MOTH 1617 REPAIR TO GROVE U/C MOUNTING DR 107 ONE DESIGN 16962 SUBSTITUTION OF SOLID RIVETS WITH HI LOK FASTENERS ZENAIR CH 601HDS 16965 PROPELLER CHANGE TO HERCULES 8088876-S SPITFIRE MK 26 16922 UPDATE AIRFRAME SLING 4 TSI 1637 STARBOARD LOWER WING DAMAGE REPLICA FOKKER D7 1625 DAMAGE TO RIBS 4 - 7 & D BOX NEXT TO UNDERCARRIAGE ON STB WING JODEL DR1050 16958 7" DROPPED KEEL, STABILITY AUGMENTATIONS RAF 2000 GTX-SE 1636 HORIZONTAL STABILISER FORWARD ATTACH BOLT POSITION VANS RV-7 16803 CHANGE OF FUEL METERING SYSTEM AERONCA 100 1628 WING OUTER PANEL ATTACHMENTS - OUT OF ACCEPTABLE TOLERANCE ROLLASON BETA B2A 1398 WING / UNDERCARRIAGE FALCO F8L 16408 FITTING OF SONERAI 2 RUDDER MONNETT SONERAI 1 1216 WING SPAR REPLACEMENT LUSCOMBE 8E 16915 BAGGAGE FLOOR PANELS VANS RV-7 16732 ROTAX 912-ULS ENGINE INSTALLATION WITH WOODCOMP SR300/2 PROPELLER JODEL D119 16972 LOCKING CANOPY LATCH VANS RV-12 16974 CONTINENTAL 0200 & ALAN JAMES AJ/7050/EC/RR JODEL D117A 16947 ENGINE CHANGE TO SUPERIOR XP-IO-360-B1AC2 DR 107 ONE DESIGN 15962 (09) REAR FUSELAGE ACCESS PANEL SLING 4 Engineer C Applications under review 12267 INSTALLATION OF SMOKE SYSTEM CHRISTEN EAGLE II 16910 FITTING FLYBOY ACCESSORIES TOW BAR BOLT VANS RV-8 Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 11076 ENGINE MOUNT REINFORCEMENT VANS RV-6 13289 WING SPAR JOINING PLATES MATERIAL CHANGE TO 4130N CHILTON DW.1A 11368 BEAM TYPE ENGINE MOUNT FOR WALTER MICRON 3 CHILTON DW.1A 1627 DAMAGE TO FIREWALL AND FOWARD FLOOR OF AIRCRAFT AEROTECHNIK EV-97A EUROSTAR 1631 COLLAPSED STARBOARD LANDING GEAR REBEL 1591 REPAIRS AFTER BAD LANDING INCIDENT VANS RV-14 16941 LYCOMING O-360 A2D ENGINE INSTALATION WITH HERCULES 7559423-S PROPELLER LASER Z200 (MODIFIED) 1635 DAMAGE TO FORWARD FLOOR OF AIRCRAFT AEROTECHNIK EV-97A EUROSTAR 16966 PROPELLER CHANGE TO HERCULES 6275916-S ROLLASON BETA B2A 16968 MATCO 6" WHEEL & DISC BRAKE CONVERSION PIPER J3C-65 16939 PARKING BRAKE INSTALLATION VANS RV-4 10432 FIT TRIO EZ-PILOT TO REPLACE NAVAID DEVICES AP-1 AUTO-PILOT VANS RV-6 16927 INSTALLATION OF ROTAX 912-ULS ENGINE WITH E-PROP DUR-3-180-C4-T PROPELLER GROPPO TRAIL 16855 NOSE GEAR RETRACTION GUIDE FALCO F8L 13431 DYNON SKYVIEW DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION VANS RV-7 16760 DYNON SKYVIEW DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION VANS RV-9A 16771 FUEL SYSTEM UPGRADE NICOLLIER HN 700 MENESTREL II 15376 REPLACEMENT OF ONE MAGNETO WITH SDS COIL PACK IGNITION VANS RV-10 16952 INSTALLATION OF HERCULES 8669919-S PROPELLER CASA 1-133 16434 INSTALLATION OF LEBURG IGNITION + SCAT 25 CAMSHAFT ON VW1600 ENGINE TAYLOR MONOPLANE Engineer D Applications under review Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) Engineer E Applications under review Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 16095 INCREASE IN MAXIMUM ALLOWED MASS QUICKIE TRI-Q 200 14942 E5 MOGAS - CONTINENTAL C-90 ENGINE LUSCOMBE 8E 1615 SLIGHT BOW TO 20MM X 0.75MM 4130 LOWER PORT LONGERON MEMBER 7 CASA 1-131-E SERIES 2000 16001 INSTALLATION OF ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP DRUINE D.31 TURBULENT 1599 HOLE IN FUSELAGE UPRIGHT ANGLE SLING 4 TSI 1272 REBUILD - PROJECT PLAN CASA 1-131-E SERIES 2000 1601 LONGERON DAMAGE SLING 4 TSI Engineer C Applications under review 12267 INSTALLATION OF SMOKE SYSTEM 16910 FITTING FLYBOY ACCESSORIES TOW BAR BOLT New applications awaiting review Returning applications awaiting review 11076 ENGINE MOUNT REINFORCEMENT 13289 WING SPAR JOINING PLATES MATERIAL CHANGE TO 4130N 11368 BEAM TYPE ENGINE MOUNT FOR WALTER MICRON 3 1627 DAMAGE TO FIREWALL AND FOWARD FLOOR OF AIRCRAFT 1631 COLLAPSED STARBOARD LANDING GEAR 1591 REPAIRS AFTER BAD LANDING INCIDENT 16941 LYCOMING O-360 A2D ENGINE INSTALATION WITH HERCULES 7559423-S PROPELLER 1635 DAMAGE TO FORWARD FLOOR OF AIRCRAFT 16966 PROPELLER CHANGE TO HERCULES 6275916-S 16968 MATCO 6" WHEEL & DISC BRAKE CONVERSION 16939 PARKING BRAKE INSTALLATION 10432 FIT TRIO EZ-PILOT TO REPLACE NAVAID DEVICES AP-1 AUTO-PILOT 16927 INSTALLATION OF ROTAX 912-ULS ENGINE WITH E-PROP DUR-3-180-C4-T PROPELLER 16855 NOSE GEAR RETRACTION GUIDE 13431 DYNON SKYVIEW DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION 16760 DYNON SKYVIEW DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION 16771 FUEL SYSTEM UPGRADE 15376 REPLACEMENT OF ONE MAGNETO WITH SDS COIL PACK IGNITION 16952 INSTALLATION OF HERCULES 8669919-S PROPELLER 16434 INSTALLATION OF LEBURG IGNITION + SCAT 25 CAMSHAFT ON VW1600 ENGINE 13289 WING SPAR JOINING PLATES MATERIAL CHANGE TO 4130N 11368 BEAM TYPE ENGINE MOUNT FOR WALTER MICRON 3 1591 REPAIRS AFTER BAD LANDING INCIDENT 16941 LYCOMING O-360 A2D ENGINE INSTALATION WITH HERCULES 7559423-S PROPELLER 16939 PARKING BRAKE INSTALLATION 16927 INSTALLATION OF ROTAX 912-ULS ENGINE WITH E-PROP DUR-3-180-C4-T PROPELLER 16855 NOSE GEAR RETRACTION GUIDE 13431 DYNON SKYVIEW DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION 16760 DYNON SKYVIEW DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION 16771 FUEL SYSTEM UPGRADE 16952 INSTALLATION OF HERCULES 8669919-S PROPELLER 16434 INSTALLATION OF LEBURG IGNITION + SCAT 25 CAMSHAFT ON VW1600 ENGINE

Camping Camping passes, which cover the duration of your stay, are available upon arrival, at a cost of £65 . If you fly in and wish to camp under the wing, this is free. Camping facilities, providing basic amenities, including hot showers will be available on site. There is ample ground for caravans and mobile homes. The campsite will be open from midday Thursday 3rd September and close on Monday morning 7th September. Please note entry to the Rally Exhibition Site is charged separately. Prices are for the duration of your stay. On site catering and bar will be available in the Exhibition area during event opening hours and evening food, bar and entertainment will be provided by Leicestershire Aero Club in the evenings.

LAA are proud to announce our Rally 2026 sponsor General Information Event Opening Hours 9.30am – 5.00pm each day (Fri & Sat) 9.30am – 4.00pm (Sun) Fly-In Instructions Flying in ietails and instructions are available here . Please read these before you fly into the Rally. Camping Camping facilities providing basic amenities including hot showers will be available on site. There is ample ground for caravans and motorhomes. The site will be up and running from Thursday afternoon and will close early on Monday morning. Camping passes and entry passes can be bought in advance via the LAA Shop . In addition to catering provision on the exhibition site, evening food and a bar will be available on the Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings with entertainment on Friday and Saturday evenings, provided by Leicestershire Aero Club. Parking Please follow the signs to the designated free Rally Car parks. Designated parking will be signed for Disabled and Exhibitor users. You must display a Blue Badge if using Disabled Parking areas - any car without a Blue Badge will be asked to move to the main parking area. All emergency access ways must be kept clear. Please ensure you are familiar with the routes and do not block with vehicles or stock. Please do not block emergency gates onto the airfield. You must ensure that you keep the roadway clear for all other users. BBQs No BBQs are allowed on-site Dogs We understand that many visitors wish to bring their dogs with them, we welcome dogs on site. However, as this is an operational airfield, all dogs MUST BE KEPT ON A LEAD when on any part of the site. Dogs are not allowed in the aircraft parking areas. Please ensure you pick up after your dog. Anyone caught allowing their dog to foul without picking up will be asked to remove the dog from site. All dogs must have an identity tag with contact tel number on. WiFi Should you require WiFi, then please bring your own supply. Please be aware that due to the remote location of the airfield, WiFi reception can be unreliable. Water Drinking water is on the campsite and at the tower. There is an outside tap at the tower. Waste We operate a clean site policy and therefore all exhibitors, visitors and traders should remove their own rubbish from their pitch. A skip will be provided on site for cardboard and general rubbish. No electrical or hazardous materials should be disposed of in the skip. Toilets & Shower Facilities Toilets will be provided in the exhibition site, in the aircraft park and on the campsite, with hot shower facilities. First Aid First Aid cover is provided by an external third party for the duration of the event. In the event of an emergency, please contact them or a member of Leicester Airfield staff. Fire Fire Marshals will be in attendance and should be contacted in the unlikely event of fire. Please ensure all flammable materials are kept away from possible sources of ignition. Dispose of any rubbish in the skips provided. No naked flames are allowed on any exhibition stand or trading stand. Security Regular patrols are carried out by our contracted security staff at night. e-Scooters No e-Scooters are permitted on site.

LAS will once again be Sponsoring our Homebuilders Tent Entrance Fees All fly-in slot bookings for the event are available via the Eventbrite booking system. Member and public entrance tickets can be bought in advance via the LAA Shop. We are unable to offer refunds for any entry tickets bought in advance * If you are buying member tickets at the gate, please show your membership card (on your mobile or a printed copy) * Your membership card can be found in your LAA Member Area under "My Membership Status/My Membership"" There is free car parking and provision for disabled parking on site. For those arriving by road, Leicester Airfield is easily reached from the north and southwest via J21 on the M1; A563 Sth Leicester Bypass to B582 Gartree Road. Routes from the East and South East via A47 and A6. No dogs are allowed airside BY AIR One landing fee of £10.00 covers a single landing and stay of up to three days and camping by your aircraft. Pilots and accompanying passengers will also need to purchase individual entry tickets to the Rally - available via the LAA Shop . If flying in, you will need to book a slot. PLEASE NOTE ANY FURTHER LANDINGS WILL BE CHARGED. (Local evening flying will be available and not charged) Members : INCLUDES AIRSIDE ACCESS £20 (for all 3 days) LAA, BMAA and BRA members - Please bring proof of membership by way of showing your receipt or mobile phone with membership details. Non-Members £20 for One Day Ticket (does not include airside access) Non-Members AIRSIDE ACCESS £15 for One Day Ticket Children 16 and under go free. Terms of Entry The event organizer reserves the right to refuse entry, or require any person to leave the venue, at their sole discretion. Grounds for the above include, but are not limited to: Disruptive behaviour, or failure to comply with safety staff Airside Access Limitations Ticket holders are required to stay within designated public zones and strictly follow marshal directions. Airside access to view the static aircraft may be restricted at any time for operational or safety reasons. Weather & Cancellation Policy Because a fly-in depends heavily on the weather, while the ground exhibition, STEM zone, and trade marquees go ahead, static displays and aircraft numbers are subject to safe flying conditions. No refunds will given for reduced aircraft numbers due to poor weather nor any refunds can be offered for tickets bought in advance. Prohibited Items (Airfield Specific): Drones, kites, laser pointers, and loose items (like plastic bags or umbrellas) that present a high Foreign Object Debris (FOD) risk to moving aircraft propeller blades. Please note we are unable to issue any refunds for tickets bought in advance.

Opening Times & Car Parking Opening Times Visitors will be asked to leave the exhibition area by 5.00 p.m. Friday: 9.30 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Saturday: 9.30 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Sunday: 9.30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. Car Park Car parking remains free. Follow sign posts to visitors car park. Please do not use the Exhibitor car park. Disabled parking is available. Please note that entrance to the LAA Rally car park and exhibition site is separate from the Leicestershire Aero Club entrance (reserved for LAC members and other airfield users) How to get there Leicester Airfield , Gartree Road, Leicester, LE2 2FG Follow the Rally Car Park Signs What3words Location: rings.using.nails

Other Attractions The LAA Leicester Rally 2026 opens on Friday 4th September at 9.30 am and closes at 4pm on Sunday 6th September. 80th Anniversary Activities 80th Aircraft static display Aircraft Park – Over 600 aircraft, dependent upon the weather are expected to fly-in over the 3 days of the Rally STEM Zone with interactive activities and lots of fun! Airside access - a unique opportunity to inspect the aircraft and chat with the owners Large trade-exhibition: everything from a nut and bolt to an aircraft kit Aircraft Covering Display LAA Team present throughout the weekend Pilot Coaching Scheme coaches available to give advice Flea Market: Sell those unwanted parts or buy yourself a bargain! Speakers Corner: Seminars by keynote speakers throughout the weekend Strut Members' Area Outside catering including bar: Selection of fast-food and beverage outlets including bar and ice cream van; seating area Evening Bar, Food and Entertainment provided by Leicestershire Aero Club On-site campsite Aircraft Competition LAA Education and Hands on Skills information and advice Full range of LAA clothing and merchandise

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 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

This year's event will celebrate the 80th Anniversary of the LAA and feature a static display of aircraft representing the LAA fleet over the years. The 2026 LAA Rally will take place at Leicester Airfield over the three days Friday 4th to Sunday 6th September. We are excited to be working again with Leicestershire Aero Club to host the event at Leicester Airfield. The weekend will focus on the fly-in and social elements of our annual event; provide the opportunity to see a wide range of exhibitors, hear from industry experts in our Speakers Corner programme of talks, get hands-on skills experience in the Homebuilders marquee; meet our LAA team, purchase LAA merchandise and relax in the Struts & Clubs stand. Visit our exhibition marquee which provides for a series of marquees housing all the LAA activities; indoor exhibitor space and our homebuilders exhibits. Outside provides the space for larger displays and we will look forward to showcasing manufacturers and distributors of a wide range of the latest aircraft types from across the LAA fleet. The Speakers Corner marquee, will host a varied programme of talks throughout the weekend, including an open Q&A session each day with CEO, Simon Tilling. Members will have free access to the aircraft park, with access available at an additional charge to non-members enabling everyone to get up close to inspect the wide range of aircraft attending the Rally. The exhibition site will host a wide selection of food choices, a full bar and ice cream van during the daytime whilst evening entertainment, food and bar will be provided by Leicestershire Aero Club. There will be free car parking and on site campsite. We look forward to seeing you at Leicester! Introduction

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LAA are proud to announce our Rally 2026 sponsor Trophies & Awards A number of prestigious Trophies and Awards are judged at the Rally, recognising the many superbly built and restored aircraft that attend. If you would like to enter your aircraft for judging you can do so on arrival. The judging team will be co-located with booking-in tent, airside. You can, however, download and complete the entry form beforehand. The list of the awards for 2026 can be found here . Detailed list of award can be found here . Judging guidelines can be found here . Factory built aircraft less than 35 years old are not eligible. The judging team will ensure you are in all competitions for which you are eligible. The judges sometimes have difficulty finding an aircraft. Owners are therefore urged to download the free`What3Words’ app and use it to show their aircraft’s location when registering. All pilots who wish their aircraft to be judged are asked to display to the marshallers the large J found here . They will then direct you, if possible, to a convenient parking space. Please leave the 'J' visible in the windscreen to help the judges find your aircraft. Judging takes place from 13:30 to 17:00 on the Saturday; therefore, all entries must be received by 13:00 on Saturday.