Latest News 6 Jul 2026 Engineering updates in June Updates from the Engineering Team in June 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 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

< Back Engineering updates in June 6 Jul 2026 The following documents have been issued/updated in the Engineering 'Info Library' during June. Continuing airworthiness information : MTD-02-2026 - Cracking in E-Props Durandal HexMc propeller hubs Alert A-07-2025 - Glastar aileron servo tab pushrod cracking (issue 2) Alert A-01-2026 - Eurofox tailplane struts Forms : LAA/IC-APP, -APR & -APY - autopilot installation checklists LAA/IC-ENG-ROTAX915/916-iS - checklist for Rotax 915iS and 916iS engine installations (new) Night/IFR : List of types cleared for Night/IFR updated to include the Sling 4 TSi Propeller type list, PTL/1 : CASA 1-131-E (Jungmann) Next Previous

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 03/07/26) 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 16913 GROVE ALUMINIUM UNDERCARRIAGE LEG INSTALLATION EUROPA XS Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 16720 ILEVIL AP DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION MCR-01 CLUB 16827 WHIRLWIND 300-3B/A-72 PROPELLER INSTALLATION VANS RV-9A 16859 KASPAR KA1/3 PA PROPELLER INSTALLATION BRISTELL NG5 SPEED WING 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 1607 CRACKED FUEL TANK EUROPA 16887 ROTAX 914-UL ENGINE INSTALLATION WITH DUC WINDSPOON PROPELLER EUROFOX 16931 PROP CHANGE HARTZELL 2C1-R419X/75CS08-2X 2 BLADES 72" VANS RV-7 16905 DYNON SKYVIEW DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION VANS RV-8 16937 PROPELLER CHANGE TO MCCAULEY 7150 PRACTAVIA SPRITE 16825 INCREASE FLAPERON MAXIMUM DEFLECTION SKYSTAR KITFOX VIXEN 16899 CATTO 2BCT-8055CCW-CBP 80" X 55" PROPELLER INSTALLATION DHC-1 CHIPMUNK 22 16886 KANARDIA INDU COMBO DIGITAL ALTIMETER / ASI TO REPLACE MECHANICAL ALTIMETER AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR 16819 LYCOMING YIO-360-EXP ENGINE INSTALLATION WITH MTV-9-B-C/C188-18B PROPELLER PROPELLER EDGE 360 16862 TURTLE PAC 'DRUM 25' 94 LITRE LONG RANGE RESERVE FUEL TANK INSTALLATION AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR Engineer B Applications under review 16874 CRICKET TALL TEETER TOWERS EVERETT GYROPLANE SERIES 1 16796 ROTAX 912UL CRICKET MK6 16612 GYROPLANE WARNING SYSTEM ROTORSPORT UK CALIDUS Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 15805 SHOULDER HARNESS CABLE RESTRAINTS JODEL D119 1596 FUSELAGE & WING DAMAGE VANS RV-6 16732 ROTAX 912-ULS ENGINE INSTALLATION WITH WOODCOMP SR300/2 PROPELLER JODEL D119 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 16842 WEIGHT INCREASE TO 405 KG KOLB TWINSTAR MK3 (MODIFIED) 1609 STARBOARD WING UNDERSIDE PLY PUNCTURED CP 301S 1612 DENTED PORT WING L/E & GRP TIP TECNAM P92-EA ECHO-SUPER 16731 ELEVATOR RAY ALLEN TRIM JODEL D119 1380 REAR FUSELAGE REPAIR MAVERICK 430 1610 STARBOARD WINGTIP BOW AERONCA 7AC CHAMPION 16878 WING HARDWARE UPGRADE FOR BEST PRACTICE SLEPCEV STORCH 16567 LONG RANGE FUEL TANK FOURNIER RF7 16737 ENGINE CHANGE TO ROTAX 916 IS A MURPHY ELITE 16889 UNDERCARRIAGE REBUILD SUPERMARINE SPITFIRE MK26 16803 CHANGE OF FUEL METERING SYSTEM AERONCA 100 1559 WING SPAR REPAIR DENNEY KITFOX MK4-1200 1574 AILERON INTERCONNECT STRUTS RE MTD-03-2025 MARQUART MA5 CHARGER 16200 PROPELLER CHANGE TO FLOTTORP 6628 2 BLADE 66" X 28" AERONCA 100 1595 STARBOARD LOWER WING REAR SPAR & TIP HOOP DAMAGED PITTS S-1T 16922 UPDATE AIRFRAME SLING 4 TSI 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 1438 FAILURE OF STERNPOST ON ONE SIDE JODEL DR1050 16925 BUSH TYRES AUSTER J1N 16521 INSTALL MURPHY SEAFINS TO HORIZONTAL STABILISERS MURPHY ELITE 1455 TAILWHEEL-SPRING REAR-MOUNT WELD FAILURE DENNEY KITFOX MK2 1614 LANDING ACCIDENT SPITFIRE MK 26 16350 ALTERNATE FUEL TANK FLOP TUBE ASSEMBLY STAMPE SV4C (MODIFIED) 1594 LOWER STBD WING REAR SPAR & RIBS DAMAGED DURING TAXIING DH82A TIGER MOTH 16719 ALTERNATIVE ENGINE MOUNT BOBBINS BRUGGER COLIBRI MB2 1555 GROUND LOOP DENNEY KITFOX MK2 1447 AIRCRAFT UNDERSIDE TORN DHC-1 CHIPMUNK 22 (LYCOMING) 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 16863 UNDERCARRIAGE FAIRINGS AERONCA 7AC CHAMPION 16721 WING TIP PYRO MOUNTS EDGE 540 Engineer C Applications under review 16844 NOCO NLP20 BATTERY INSTALLATION KFA SAFARI 16771 FUEL SYSTEM UPGRADE NICOLLIER HN 700 MENESTREL II Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 16920 REPLACE WINGTIPS WITH ZIP TIPS CLASSIC WINGTIPS VANS RV-14 16921 INSTALLATION OF GARMIN GAP 26 HEATED PITOT TUBE WITH GARMIN MAST 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 16909 INSTALLATION OF WHIRLWIND 330-3B/72H-73C PROPELLER PITTS S-1T 16877 FIT FT-60 FUEL FLOW TRANSDUCER BULLDOG SERIES 120 MODEL 121 16933 INCREASE IN MAX TAKE OFF & LANDING WEIGHT RUTAN LONG-EZ 15945 INCREASE MAUW IKARUS C42 FB UK 16928 AUTOPILOT INSTALLATION DENNEY KITFOX MK 7 SUPERSPORT 16939 PARKING BRAKE VANS RV-4 16854 DYNON SKYVIEW DUAL-AXIS AUTO PILOT INSTALLATION PIONEER 300 HAWK 16910 FITTING FLYBOY ACCESSORIES TOW BAR BOLT VANS RV-8 16895 CYLINDERS CHANGE TO SUPERIOR XP-IO-360-B1AC2 VANS RV-7 16940 ADDITION OF AEROSPORT COWL LIGHT INC 3 LED'S VANS RV-10 16932 CABANE LANDING GEAR DENNEY KITFOX MK 7 SUPERSPORT 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 1602 FUEL LEAK TECNAM P2002-EA SIERRA 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 Engineer C Applications under review 16844 NOCO NLP20 BATTERY INSTALLATION 16771 FUEL SYSTEM UPGRADE New applications awaiting review Returning applications awaiting review 16920 REPLACE WINGTIPS WITH ZIP TIPS CLASSIC WINGTIPS 16921 INSTALLATION OF GARMIN GAP 26 HEATED PITOT TUBE WITH GARMIN MAST 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 16909 INSTALLATION OF WHIRLWIND 330-3B/72H-73C PROPELLER 16877 FIT FT-60 FUEL FLOW TRANSDUCER 16933 INCREASE IN MAX TAKE OFF & LANDING WEIGHT 15945 INCREASE MAUW 16928 AUTOPILOT INSTALLATION 16939 PARKING BRAKE 16854 DYNON SKYVIEW DUAL-AXIS AUTO PILOT INSTALLATION 16910 FITTING FLYBOY ACCESSORIES TOW BAR BOLT 16895 CYLINDERS CHANGE TO SUPERIOR XP-IO-360-B1AC2 16940 ADDITION OF AEROSPORT COWL LIGHT INC 3 LED'S 16932 CABANE LANDING GEAR 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 16909 INSTALLATION OF WHIRLWIND 330-3B/72H-73C PROPELLER 16877 FIT FT-60 FUEL FLOW TRANSDUCER 15945 INCREASE MAUW 16854 DYNON SKYVIEW DUAL-AXIS AUTO PILOT INSTALLATION 16910 FITTING FLYBOY ACCESSORIES TOW BAR BOLT 16895 CYLINDERS CHANGE TO SUPERIOR XP-IO-360-B1AC2 16932 CABANE LANDING GEAR

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LAA Courses 2026 An Introduction to Aircraft Flying Qualities This course describes how the design (and construction) of a fixed wing light aircraft may positively or negatively impact flying qualities using a fully immersive Virtual Reality + Motion simulator. Read More Acquiring, Owning and Operating a Europa This is a seminar aimed at recent, current or prospective Europa owners - and will cover the key features, details and advantages of acquiring, owning and operating this, the second most numerous LAA aircraft type. Read More Jabiru Engine Course This course aims to give pilots sufficient knowledge to be confident that their engines are serviceable, inc. detailing common weaknesses & the important Jabiru modifications, primarily focusing on the 4 & 6 cylinder generation 1-3 engines. Read More An Introduction to Permit Aircraft Avionics The course starts with explaining the LAA rules and guidance regarding avionics fit, discusses how to plan and install your avionics (inc. panel design) and explains how modern avionics connect with each other. Read More Aircraft Fabric Covering Course This is a hands-on course, not a lecture, so you will be working with the tools and materials, learning the required skills and you will undoubtedly surprise yourself by how quickly you begin to pick things up! Read More Caring for your Gipsy Major - Basic Course The course will explain the ins and outs of these deHavilland vintage aircraft engines and how to solve those starting difficulties, with comprehensive course notes to take away. Read More Permit Aircraft Electrics - Advanced Course The premise of this course is that it will help the owner/builder create the system design and circuit diagram, including covering electrical theory, failure modes, reliability issues and planning an installation. Read More Permit Aircraft Electrics - Basic Course An introductory course on electrical wiring, featuring minimal electrical theory, instead concentrating on the installation practices with practical wiring experience and fault finding. Read More Aircraft Carpentry Workshop - Basic Course A perfect course for the would-be aircraft builder, who may be nervous about cutting the first piece of spruce, or anyone contemplating repairing a classic wooden aircraft. Read More Air to Ground Radio Operator's Course A course to achieve your Radio Operator's Certificate of Competence (ROCC) in order to operate a Ground Radio Station running AGCS (Air-Ground-Communication-Service). This is not to be confused with a FRTOL. Read More Rotax Fuel Injected 912 iS / 915 iS Installation & Operation A course providing information and advice on installation and operational procedures for Rotax Fuel Injected 912iS/915iS aero engines. This course is run by a Rotax iRMT certified engineer. Read More Rotax Carburetted 912/914 Installation & Operation The course covers everything those who own/operate a carburetted Rotax 912 (UL, ULS and 914 turbocharged) engine need to know about getting the best out of these very popular engines! Read More

< Back New LAA Inspectors - Umberto Izzo & Simon Boynett 26 Jan 2024 It is time to introduce you to two more new LAA Inspectors - Umberto Izzo and Simon Boynett, who both attended an LAA Inspector Assessment Day in December, with our Chief Inspector, Lucy. Umberto's experience is mainly in general aviation and microlight aircraft (metal, fabric and composites), either Lycoming, Continental or Rotax-powered. He is also IRMT-approved. He owns a share in Jodel 1050. Simon is a retired Licensed Aircraft Engineer with 44 years of experience working on Commercial Passenger and Cargo aircraft. He has a B1 and B2 CAA licence (Airframes, Engines and Electrical generation systems) B2 (Avionics, Auto flight, Auto land systems, Radio and Radar). In addition to this, he has an FAA issued A & P licence. He put a lot of blood, sweat and tears into building his own Vans RV 7, that he still loves to fly today as often as he can. Although retired, he still has aeroplanes and safety in his blood and looks forward to helping others to keep the high standards the LAA require, and to advise and certify Maintenance and Permit to Fly revalidation inspections. Next Previous

< Back Mandatory Technical Directive issued for Sting S4 29 Sept 2023 LAA has been working with TL StingUK to correct an issue found during the flight testing of the factory-built version of the aircraft. It was found that the type would consistently drop the starboard wing more than the permitted maximum during a wings-level stall. LAA Mandatory Technical Directive MTD-01-2023 has been issued that requires the installation of a stall strip on the starboard wing and two stall strips on the port wing, along with restricting the elevator travel, in accodance with TL StingUK service bulletins 0002 and 0003, before further flight. Next Previous

< Back New LAA Inspector - James Coyne-Downhill 15 Sept 2025 We are pleased to welcome James Coyne-Downhill as a new LAA Inspector, having attended an LAA Inspector Assessment Day at Turweston recently. James started flying at the age of 14 with the Air Cadets, flew solo on his 16th birthday, and earned his Private Pilot’s Licence at 18. By day, he works on Dassault Falcon 20 business jets as part of a base maintenance team, following an aircraft engineering apprenticeship at Cobham. Outside of work, he enjoys flying and maintaining Luscombe 8As. Next Previous

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< Back Alert A-11-2025 - Eurostar aileron rose joint and rudder hinge inspection 8 Oct 2025 LAA Engineering has issued Alert A-11-2025 to highlight the recent issue of an Airmasters service bulletin that requires checks on the integrity of a rose joint in the aileron controls and the rudder hinge, following examples of these joints migrating and jamming aileron controls. Following the up-issue of Airmasters SB/EUR/023 to issue 3, on 07/10/25 CAA has issued MPD 2025-004-E to mandate the checks contained in the SB, which supersedes MPD 2025-003-E initially issued on the subject. A-11-2025 - Eurostar Rose Joints issue 1 .pdf Download PDF • 372KB Next Previous

MAGAZINE ARCHIVE Our magazine archive is available for all members to view in the Members Area. This is an ongoing project. For our latest magazine, of course, you'll need to be a member. A previous copy of Light Aviation can be viewed by clicking on the link below Light Aviation ENGINEERING INFORMATION Light Aviation magazine keeps you informed of engineering issues to help you ensure that your aircraft is kept in tip top condition. Our 'Engineering Matters' articles will form a vital information source for future reference. Light Aviation Magazine Light Aviation magazine brings you exciting articles about what LAA members are building, restoring and flying. Also included are reports on all the major rallies and GA shows and information about new products and services. ADVERTISING, CLASSIFIED & CONTRIBUTION DETAILS If you wish to advertise in Light Aviation: For display and commercial advertising, please contact Phil Johnston to discuss your requirements. For classified ad queries please contact LAA Office . Classified ads and photos can only be accepted by e-mail . Classified ad fees can be found below. The Editor, Ed Hicks , is always keen to receive your contributions of articles, pictures, technical ideas and letters. Up to 30 words Member: £6 Non-Member: £22 31-50 words Member: £12 Non-Member: £44 Up to 50 words with a coloured photo Member: £45 Non-Member: £60

< Back Van's Aircraft laser-cut parts - update 20 Oct 2023 Since our mention of this issue in the August edition of Light Aviation , Van’s Aircraft have been toiling away analysing and testing various structural elements to establish the effect that the laser cutting of parts has had on their strength and fatigue life. Detailed updates can be found on their website, but understandably UK builders and operators are seeking clarity on what the endgame will be on this issue. As the issue generally affects potential fatigue life, there is no immediate need to take action. In discussion with Rian Johnson, Van’s President and Chief Engineer, he tells us that they’re working on service information for the fleet that they expect to be published by the end of the year. Having worked closely with Van’s over many years, our expectation is that we will endorse their position. Next Previous