< Back MTD-02-2026 Issue 1 Published - Cracking in E-Props Durandal HexMc® Propeller Hubs 26 Jun 2026 MTD-02-2026 - Cracking in E-Props Durandal HexMc® Propeller Hubs This MTD is applicable to all aircraft operating under an LAA Permit to Fly fitted with an E-Props Durandal 3-blade propeller hub. A safety concern has been identified with certain HexMc® hubs where cracks may develop near the blade bolt areas, likely linked to over-tightening and possible manufacturing issues in specific production batches. Any HexMc® hub found to be cracked must be replaced with a serviceable, uncracked hub or the propeller replaced with an alternative propeller approved for that aircraft. Replacement hubs may be available from E-Props. Owners of cracked hubs are advised to contact E-Props directly before purchasing replacements. Within 10 flying hours or by the next Airworthiness Review, whichever is sooner, it must be determined whether the propeller hub is of an affected type and an initial inspection carried out by an LAA Inspector. If affected, ongoing inspections are required annually or every 50 flight hours. Please refer to the below Mandatory Technical Directive for full details, compliance times, and certification requirements. This MTD can be found HERE and is also available below. 20260625 - MTD-02-2026 Cracking in E-Props Propeller Hubs .pdf Download PDF • 459KB Next Previous

Latest News 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 13 Nov 2025 MTD-04-2025 published Rans Control Linkage Rod End Connector Washers MTD-04-2025 - Replacement of all plastic control linkage rod end connector washers with metal washers Read More 11 Nov 2025 Engineering updates in October Updates from the Engineering Team in October Read More 3 Nov 2025 LAA RALLY 2026! We’re thrilled to announce that our 2026 Rally is officially in the calendar! Mark your diaries and get ready for a special rally, celebrating the LAA 80th Anniversary. 📅 Date: 4/5/6 September 2026 📍 Location: Leicestershire Aero Club, Leicester Airport. Read More 24 Oct 2025 LAA Rally and Service Awards 2025 Winners of Awards 2025 Read More 14 Oct 2025 Alert A-12-2025 - Aeroprakt windscreens Alert to highlight the issue of Aeroprakt service bulletins relating to ageing windscreens on Foxbat and Vixxen aircraft Read More 8 Oct 2025 Alert A-11-2025 - Eurostar aileron rose joint and rudder hinge inspection Alert to highlight the issue of Airmasters service bulletin and CAA MPD relating to the aileron rose joint and rudder hinge on Eurostar aircraft Read More 7 Oct 2025 Engineering updates in August & September Updates from the Engineering Team in August & September Read More 22 Sept 2025 New LAA Inspector - Mike Wigg Introducing new LAA Inspector - Mike Wigg Read More 22 Sept 2025 New LAA Inspector - Neil Oakman Introducing new LAA Inspector - Neil Oakman Read More 15 Sept 2025 New LAA Inspector - James Coyne-Downhill Introducing new LAA Inspector - James Coyne-Downhill Read More 4 Sept 2025 New LAA Inspector - Keith Troughton Introducing new LAA Inspector - Keith Troughton Read More 2 Sept 2025 New LAA Inspector - Conrad Ceillam Introducing new LAA Inspector - Conrad Ceillam Read More 28 Aug 2025 MTD-01-2025 ISSUE 2 published - Zenair Tailplane Brackets MTD-01-2025 - Inspection of horizontal stabiliser (tailplane) attachment brackets and associated hardware for cracks, looseness and other forms of distress - upissued to Issue 2 Read More 28 Aug 2025 Alert A-10-2025 - Cracking in E-Props Carbon Propeller Hubs LAA Alert published to highlight cracking in E-Prop Propeller Hubs Read More 19 Aug 2025 Alert A-09-2025 - Hairline Cracking in Woodcomp Klassic Propeller Blades LAA Alert published to highlight hairline cracking in Woodcomp Klassic Propeller blades Read More 18 Aug 2025 New LAA Inspector - Lewis Harper Introducing new LAA Inspector - Lewis Harper Read More 15 Aug 2025 New LAA Inspector - Mark Wilkinson Introducing new LAA Inspector - Mark Wilkinson Read More 15 Aug 2025 New LAA Inspector - Tomas del Carpio Introducing new LAA Inspector - Tomas del Carpio Read More 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 Read More 7 Aug 2025 Engineering updates in July Updates from the Engineering Team in July 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 26/06/26) Please note that due to staff illness and, to a lesser extent, staff leave, unfortunately we have a larger backlog of work than normal at the current time. Thanks for your patience while we work hard to catch up. Engineer A Applications under review 16754 E-PROPS GLOR-3-170-C8-T PROPELLER INSTALLATION AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 16886 KANARDIA INDU COMBO DIGITAL ALTIMETER / ASI TO REPLACE MECHANICAL ALTIMETER AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR 16720 ILEVIL AP DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION MCR-01 CLUB 16862 TEMPORARY 62 LITRE LONG RANGE RESERVE FUEL TANK INSTALLATION AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR 16913 FIT A GROVE ALUMINIUM UNDERCARRIAGE LEG EUROPA XS 16914 WING MOUNTED HEATED/UNHEATED PITOT/AOA TUBE VANS RV-12 16916 KIEV 283/1800 PROPELLER INSTALLATION IKARUS C42 FB UK 16859 KASPAR KA1/3 (-3?) PA PROPELLER INSTALLATION BRISTELL NG5 SPEED WING 16923 CARB HEAT EXTENSION PIPER J3C-65 16433 HAND CONTROLLED RUDDER AND BRAKE SYSTEM INSTALLATION VANS RV-10 16861 SMOKE SYSTEM INSTALLATION VANS RV-7 16926 INSTALLATION OF BRAKE SYSTEM DH60 GIII MOTH MAJOR 16880 FUEL FLOW COMPUTER INSTALLATION AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR 16875 FUEL SIGHT GAUGE AND FUEL TANK VENTING MODIFICATIONS EUROPA 16892 MGL FUEL FLOW METER INSTALLATION PIONEER 300 16887 ROTAX 914-UL ENGINE INSTALLATION WITH DUC WINDSPOON PROPELLER EUROFOX 1607 CRACKED FUEL TANK EUROPA 16931 PROP CHANGE HARTZELL 2C1-R419X/75CS08-2X 2 BLADES 72" VANS RV-7 16827 WHIRLWIND 300-3B/A-72 PROPELLER INSTALLATION VANS RV-9A 16937 PROPELLER CHANGE TO MCCAULEY 7150 PRACTAVIA SPRITE 16905 DYNON SKYVIEW DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION VANS RV-8 16825 INCREASE FLAPERON MAXIMUM DEFLECTION SKYSTAR KITFOX VIXEN 16899 CATTO 2BCT-8055CCW-CBP 80" X 55" PROPELLER INSTALLATION DHC-1 CHIPMUNK 22 Engineer B Applications under review 1447 AIRCRAFT UNDERSIDE TORN DHC-1 CHIPMUNK 22 (LYCOMING) 16796 ROTAX 912UL CRICKET MK6 16744 AV18 LARGER FUEL TANK CRICKET MK6 16915 BAGGAGE FLOOR PANELS VANS RV-7 Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 16811 SUPERECO AUTOPILOT RANS S6-ES 1303 MAIN SPAR REPAIR FOURNIER RF5B 16612 GYROPLANE WARNING SYSTEM ROTORSPORT UK CALIDUS 16501 ENGINE ROTAX 916iS AND PROPELLER MTV-6-A/190-69 DENNEY KITFOX MK 7 SUPERSPORT 1229 REPAIR OF AIRCRAFT - CRASH DAMAGE STARSTREAK SHADOW SA-II 15805 SHOULDER HARNESS CABLE RESTRAINTS JODEL D119 1555 GROUND LOOP DENNEY KITFOX MK2 16732 ROTAX 912-ULS ENGINE INSTALLATION WITH WOODCOMP SR300/2 PROPELLER JODEL D119 1596 FUSELAGE & WING DAMAGE VANS RV-6 1611 PORT OUTER D-BOX SKIN & SPAR FLANGE DISRUPTION REPAIRS VANS RV-6 1608 CRACKS FOUND IN THE FUSELAGE REAR BULKHEAD AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR 1609 STARBOARD WING UNDERSIDE PLY PUNCTURED CP 301S 16842 WEIGHT INCREASE TO 405 KG KOLB TWINSTAR MK3 (MODIFIED) 16721 WING TIP PYRO MOUNTS EDGE 540 16731 ELEVATOR RAY ALLEN TRIM JODEL D119 1612 DENTED PORT WING L/E & GRP TIP TECNAM P92-EA ECHO-SUPER 16630 SPLIT AXLE WISHBONE WITH INDEPENDENT SUSPENSION STAAKEN Z-2 FLITZER 1380 REAR FUSELAGE REPAIR MAVERICK 430 1590 REBUILD FOLLOWING GROUND COLLISION ROTORSPORT UK CALIDUS 1610 STARBOARD WINGTIP BOW AERONCA 7AC CHAMPION 16737 ENGINE CHANGE TO ROTAX 916 IS A MURPHY ELITE 16889 UNDERCARRIAGE REBUILD SUPERMARINE SPITFIRE MK26 16567 LONG RANGE FUEL TANK FOURNIER RF7 16803 CHANGE OF FUEL METERING SYSTEM AERONCA 100 1559 WING SPAR REPAIR DENNEY KITFOX MK4-1200 16200 PROPELLER CHANGE TO FLOTTORP 6628 2 BLADE 66" X 28" AERONCA 100 16922 UPDATE AIRFRAME SLING 4 TSI 1595 STARBOARD LOWER WING REAR SPAR & TIP HOOP DAMAGED PITTS S-1T 15328 LYCOMING O-360-J2A & SENSENICH 2G0M8/C82BGF AUSTER J1N 16141 SEAT HARNESS ATTACHMENTS & SEAT AERONCA 100 1598 DAMAGE TO TOP LONGERON VANS RV-6 1386 FORCED LANDING COLOMBAN MC-15 CRI-CRI 16521 INSTALL MURPHY SEAFINS TO HORIZONTAL STABILISERS MURPHY ELITE 16925 BUSH TYRES AUSTER J1N 1438 FAILURE OF STERNPOST ON ONE SIDE JODEL DR1050 16350 ALTERNATE FUEL TANK FLOP TUBE ASSEMBLY STAMPE SV4C (MODIFIED) 16719 ALTERNATIVE ENGINE MOUNT BOBBINS BRUGGER COLIBRI MB2 1569 REPAIR/REBUILD LOWER LEFT WING RENEGADE SPIRIT UK 16159 FITTING OF GM LS3 V8 ENGINE TITAN T-51 MUSTANG 1420 GENTLE LANDING ON GRASS WITH U/C RETRACTED TITAN T-51 MUSTANG Engineer C Applications under review 16844 NOCO NLP20 BATTERY INSTALLATION KFA SAFARI 16895 CYLINDERS CHANGE TO SUPERIOR XP-IO-360-B1AC2 VANS RV-7 Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 15425 GARMIN G3X AUTO-PILOT WITH GMC507 CONTROLLER INSTALLATION VANS RV-7 13116 FT-60 FUEL TRANSDUCER VANS RV-7 16924 MGL AUTOPILOT TL2000UK STING CARBON S4 16921 INSTALLATION OF GARMIN GAP 26 HEATED PITOT TUBE WITH GARMIN MAST VANS RV-14 16920 REPLACE WINGTIPS WITH ZIP TIPS CLASSIC WINGTIPS VANS RV-14 16929 PROP CHANGE E-PROP HELICES DUR-3-175-C4-T VANS RV-12 16873 HERCULES 6950288-S 69" X 50" PROPELLER INSTALLATION PIEL CP301C 16283 FIT EI FT-60 RED CUBE FUEL FLOW SENDER PITTS S-1T 16930 ROTAX 912-UL ENGINE INSTALLATION WITH DUC SWIRL 3 BLADE 166X20 PROPELLER X'AIR HAWK 15370 GARMIN AUTOPILOT VANS RV-6 16906 INSTALLATION OF A LASER LANDING HEIGHT SYSTEM VANS RV-7 16868 TRIO PRO PILOT TWO-AXIS AUTOPILOT INSTALLATION BULLDOG SERIES 120 MODEL 121 16934 IGNITION HARNESS REPLACEMENT BUCKER BU133C 16877 FIT FT-60 FUEL FLOW TRANSDUCER BULLDOG SERIES 120 MODEL 121 15945 INCREASE MAUW IKARUS C42 FB UK 16933 INCREASE IN MAX TAKE OFF & LANDING WEIGHT RUTAN LONG-EZ 16928 AUTOPILOT INSTALLATION DENNEY KITFOX MK 7 SUPERSPORT 16932 CABANE LANDING GEAR DENNEY KITFOX MK 7 SUPERSPORT 16771 FUEL SYSTEM UPGRADE NICOLLIER HN 700 MENESTREL II Engineer D Applications under review 1573 MINOR WING REPAIRS AUSTER 5J4 Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 11217 BONDING OF PLEXIGLASS CANOPY (TIP-UP OR SLIDER) FOR RV-7/7A & RV-9/9A VANS RV-14 Engineer E Applications under review Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 16872 LOWER I/B WING BRACINF WIRE SHACKLES STAMPE SV4C (MODIFIED) 16095 INCREASE IN MAXIMUM ALLOWED MASS QUICKIE TRI-Q 200 1602 FUEL LEAK TECNAM P2002-EA SIERRA Engineer C Applications under review 16844 NOCO NLP20 BATTERY INSTALLATION 16895 CYLINDERS CHANGE TO SUPERIOR XP-IO-360-B1AC2 New applications awaiting review Returning applications awaiting review 15425 GARMIN G3X AUTO-PILOT WITH GMC507 CONTROLLER INSTALLATION 13116 FT-60 FUEL TRANSDUCER 16924 MGL AUTOPILOT 16921 INSTALLATION OF GARMIN GAP 26 HEATED PITOT TUBE WITH GARMIN MAST 16920 REPLACE WINGTIPS WITH ZIP TIPS CLASSIC WINGTIPS 16929 PROP CHANGE E-PROP HELICES DUR-3-175-C4-T 16873 HERCULES 6950288-S 69" X 50" PROPELLER INSTALLATION 16283 FIT EI FT-60 RED CUBE FUEL FLOW SENDER 16930 ROTAX 912-UL ENGINE INSTALLATION WITH DUC SWIRL 3 BLADE 166X20 PROPELLER 15370 GARMIN AUTOPILOT 16906 INSTALLATION OF A LASER LANDING HEIGHT SYSTEM 16868 TRIO PRO PILOT TWO-AXIS AUTOPILOT INSTALLATION 16934 IGNITION HARNESS REPLACEMENT 16877 FIT FT-60 FUEL FLOW TRANSDUCER 15945 INCREASE MAUW 16933 INCREASE IN MAX TAKE OFF & LANDING WEIGHT 16928 AUTOPILOT INSTALLATION 16932 CABANE LANDING GEAR 16771 FUEL SYSTEM UPGRADE 15425 GARMIN G3X AUTO-PILOT WITH GMC507 CONTROLLER INSTALLATION 13116 FT-60 FUEL TRANSDUCER 16873 HERCULES 6950288-S 69" X 50" PROPELLER INSTALLATION 16283 FIT EI FT-60 RED CUBE FUEL FLOW SENDER 15370 GARMIN AUTOPILOT 16906 INSTALLATION OF A LASER LANDING HEIGHT SYSTEM 16868 TRIO PRO PILOT TWO-AXIS AUTOPILOT INSTALLATION 16877 FIT FT-60 FUEL FLOW TRANSDUCER 15945 INCREASE MAUW 16771 FUEL SYSTEM UPGRADE

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

< Back Engineering Employment Opportunity - Design Verification Engineer 26 Jun 2026 We have a vacancy for an Engineer to be part of the LAA team based at Turweston. The successful applicant will be responsible for evaluating and approving designs for the LAA-administered fleet of aircraft. Main duties will include the review and approval of modifications and repairs applied for by our members across our fleet of nearly 3,000 aircraft covering over 500 types. It will also include investigating new aircraft designs against appropriate airworthiness codes, and reviewing applications for new examples of existing types. This will involve working closely with members, manufacturers, LAA Inspectors and engineers in the LAA design and airworthiness teams, as well as providing technical assistance to LAA members. Ideal applicants will demonstrate experience in all aspects of general aviation design and airworthiness, including a knowledge of airframes, engines and aircraft systems. Adding to the team’s knowledge of modern materials, alternative powerplants, avionics and flight testing would be advantageous, helping to move the LAA into the future. Applicants should have a relevant engineering degree (or equivalent qualification/experience) and an understanding of materials and structural analysis, although the use of finite element analysis or CAD is not a day-to-day part of the role. Inspired? Then we’re keen to create exciting career paths for the right individuals and will provide development, training and certification accordingly. Candidates should be IT competent with Microsoft Office, have a friendly personality and the ability to work within a small team and also independently. Excellent communication skills are required and attention to detail is essential. This is a full-time post, mainly based at LAA HQ but with potential for hybrid/remote working and site visits. Salary £35k-£60k, dependent on experience. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK – we are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship for this role. Send your CV to [email protected] , and fly high with LAA. Next Previous

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LAS will, once again, be sponsoring our Homebuilders Tent We are pleased to announce that the LAA Rally will be again held in conjunction with Leicestershire Aero Club at Leicester Airfield on 4th to the 6th of September 2026. 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. More details about the Rally to follow soon! Are you interested in sponsoring the event or advertising in the Weekend Show Guide? OR Do you want to display your aircraft project in the Homebuilders tent? Contact Nancy Lillington at [email protected] WELCOME TO THE LAA 2026 RALLY FLY-IN ENTRANCE FEES GENERAL INFORMATION FLYING IN & BOOKING A LANDING SLOT CAMPING EXHIBITOR INFORMATION OPENING TIMES & CAR PARKING OTHER ATTRACTIONS TROPHIES & AWARDS

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

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< Back International Women in Engineering Day 23 Jun 2023 To mark this year’s International Women in Engineering Day, the UK Civil Aviation Authority had a chat with Lucy Wootton, our Chief Inspector. Simon Tilling, our CEO said: “The LAA are really proud of Lucy and the work she is doing to improve the service we offer to our members. We would be very keen to hear from more women who want to consider a career in light aviation” Learn more about how Lucy’s career has developed to encompass gliding, powered flying and aeronautical engineering. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s71AijtAxUI Next Previous

< Back New LAA Inspector - Andrew Williams 31 Mar 2025 We are pleased to welcome Andrew Williams as a new LAA Inspector, having attended an LAA Inspector Assessment Day at Turweston recently. Andrew has been involved with aircraft maintenance for approximately 36 years. Types he has worked on include Rolls-Royce Dart and Pratt & Whitney PT6-powered passenger and freighter aircraft, followed by working on short-to-medium range jet aircraft. For the last 10 years, Andrew has been involved with general aviation single and twin-engined aircraft, carrying out maintenance and certification. He holds a CAA approval to perform Airworthiness Reviews in order to issue Airworthiness Review Certificates. His qualifications include: CAA Part 66 Licence, inc. Full Group 3 and a BCAR Sec L Licence. In the LAA ‘world,’ Andrew has a share in a Jodel 1050. Congratulations Andrew. Welcome to the team! Next Previous

< Back New LAA Inspectors - Cameron Bunce & Brian Davies 11 Jan 2024 Back in December, seven potential LAA Inspectors attended LAA Inspector Assessment Days at Turweston with our Chief Inspector, Lucy. We are pleased to announce that all seven were successful. Here is an introduction to the first two: Cameron Bunce - Cameron is based north of Aberdeen. He is a Chartered Engineer working in the Energy Industry. He has been involved with aviation since 2007 and currently is building a VANS RV-3. He has experience with metal, composite and wooden aircraft having flown over 30 types - but most familiar with the VANS RV series. Brian Davies - Brian has experience in building and maintaining composite, metal and wood aircraft, but tends to specialise in Rotax-powered aircraft. He is also experienced in Avionic installation and trouble-shooting. Brian is also on the LAA Board of Directors and our Vice-President. Congratulations Cameron and Brian! Next Previous