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< Back Positive Progress 11 Sept 2026 Positive progress on the investigation into the tailplane attachment bolt hole positioning issue We wanted to provide a further update on the investigation into the tailplane attachment bolt hole positioning issue identified in some RV aircraft, and to share the encouraging progress that has been made. Since issuing MTD-07-2026 on 19th August and the revised Issue 2 on 25th August, which included a helpful relaxation of one of the edge-distance limits, we have received around twenty reports from owners whose aircraft were found to be outside the published criteria. Van's Aircraft has received more than sixty similar notifications following the release of Service Bulletin SB-00134. Many of these reports have provided valuable data, which is helping build a clearer understanding of the issue across the wider RV fleet. Over recent weeks, LAA Engineering and Van's Engineering Team have been working closely together, reviewing these reports on a daily basis. By examining the various types of edge-margin discrepancies in detail, we have been able to develop a much better understanding of the structural implications and the most appropriate solutions. Following a very productive meeting on 9th September with Van's Chief Engineer, Rian Johnson, LAA Engineering will now reassess all reported LAA cases in light of this latest technical work. We are optimistic that a number of aircraft may be able to return to flight immediately without further action. Others may require only limited rework, while a smaller number may need more extensive rectification. These reported cases are our highest priority, and we intend to provide individual responses to affected owners by 18 September 2026. Where a straightforward solution is not immediately available, we will look to Van’s for a proposal of how to deal with the individual aircraft. A particularly positive development is that Van's has completed additional finite element analysis of the affected structure and, based on these findings, has released Revision 2.1 of Service Bulletin SB-00134, dated 4th September. This latest revision introduces further relaxations to some of the bolt-position criteria, reflecting increased confidence in the structural capability of the design. In certain cases, aircraft previously considered non-compliant may now be acceptable for continued operation, subject to periodic inspections. We are currently awaiting some additional technical data relating to Service Bulletin revisions 2.0 and 2.1 before publishing MTD-07-2026 at Issue 3. Until the revised MTD is issued, owners carrying out MTD-07-2026 Issue 2 must continue to apply the criteria contained within SB-00134 Revision 1 and continue reporting any non-conformances to both the LAA and Van's. We are in the process of updating MTD-07-2026 to reflect the latest engineering findings from Van's and to incorporate any additional improvements that can simplify inspections and minimise disruption to owners. Our aim is to provide clear, practical guidance that supports both safety and continued flying activity wherever possible. If your aircraft is found to be non-conforming, we would be grateful if you could also include photographs of both bolt groups from above and below (using a mirror or endoscope where necessary). These images are proving extremely valuable in helping our engineers assess each case efficiently and determine whether any corrective action is required. We appreciate the patience and cooperation shown by RV owners throughout this process. The close collaboration between owners, the LAA and Van's has already produced significant progress, and we remain committed to restoring aircraft to service safely and as quickly as possible. For reference, copies of the documents mentioned above are provided below. 20260825 - MTD-07-2026 - Vans Horizontal Stabiliser Attach Position Iss 2 .pdf Download PDF • 476KB SB 00134 - Horizontal Stabilizer Forward Attach Bolts - Rev 1 .pdf Download PDF • 1.57MB Next Previous

Latest News 11 Sept 2026 Positive Progress Van's RV Tailplane Attachment Bolt Hole Investigation Read More 10 Sept 2026 Engineering updates in August Updates form the Engineering Team in August Read More 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. 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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. 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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 11/09/26) Engineer A Applications under review 1580 WINGS AND FUSELAGE REPAIRS EUROPA Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 15622 EUROPA LONG WINGS INSTALLATION EUROPA XS 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 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 16964 AERO INSTRUMENT 12V HEATED PITOT TUBE EUROPA 16963 WING-TIP NAVIGATION LIGHTS & STROBES INSTALLATION 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 16720 ILEVIL AP DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION MCR-01 CLUB 1639 WING TANK REPAIR DUE TO DAMAGE BY E5 FUEL [REPEAT OF REPAIR 1307] DENNEY KITFOX MK2 16862 TURTLE PAC 'DRUM 25' 94 LITRE LONG RANGE RESERVE FUEL TANK INSTALLATION AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR 16975 CHANGE FUEL VALVE TO ANDAIR AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR 16784 E-PROPS DUR-3-175-C ??? PROPELLER INSTALLATION ZENAIR CH 601XL 13253 FUEL SYSTEM MODIFICATIONS EUROPA XS Engineer B Applications under review 1555 GROUND LOOP DENNEY KITFOX MK2 1559 WING SPAR REPAIR DENNEY KITFOX MK4-1200 1611 PORT OUTER D-BOX SKIN & SPAR FLANGE DISRUPTION REPAIRS VANS RV-6 16874 CRICKET TALL TEETER TOWERS EVERETT GYROPLANE SERIES 1 16842 WEIGHT INCREASE TO 405 KG KOLB TWINSTAR MK3 (MODIFIED) 16811 SUPERECO AUTOPILOT RANS S6-ES 16410 INSTALLATION OF AUTOMATION AUTOPILOT COLOMBAN MC-30 LUCIOLE 16796 ROTAX 912UL CRICKET MK6 Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 16863 UNDERCARRIAGE FAIRINGS AERONCA 7AC CHAMPION 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 1380 REAR FUSELAGE REPAIR MAVERICK 430 1522 TAIL LOWER SKIN DAMAGE GROPPO TRAIL 16970 SUBSTITUTE US HARDWARE FOR BRITISH DH82A TIGER MOTH 1617 REPAIR TO GROVE U/C MOUNTING DR 107 ONE DESIGN 1624 CENTRE SPAR WEB AND LONGERON SLING 4 TSI 1633 RUDDER REPAIR BOLKOW BO 208C JUNIOR 16965 PROPELLER CHANGE TO HERCULES 8088876-S SPITFIRE MK 26 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 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 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 16941 LYCOMING O-360 A2D ENGINE INSTALATION WITH HERCULES 7559423-S PROPELLER LASER Z200 (MODIFIED) 1591 REPAIRS AFTER BAD LANDING INCIDENT VANS RV-14 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 1640 FRONT GEAR BUNGEE FAILURE ZENAIR CH 601UL 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 16760 DYNON SKYVIEW DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION VANS RV-9A 16855 NOSE GEAR RETRACTION GUIDE FALCO F8L 13431 DYNON SKYVIEW DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION VANS RV-7 16771 FUEL SYSTEM UPGRADE NICOLLIER HN 700 MENESTREL II 15376 REPLACEMENT OF ONE MAGNETO WITH SDS COIL PACK IGNITION VANS RV-10 1638 DAMAGE TO UPPER-STARBOARD BULKHEAD JOINT TAYLOR MONOPLANE 16434 INSTALLATION OF LEBURG IGNITION + SCAT 25 CAMSHAFT ON VW1600 ENGINE TAYLOR MONOPLANE 16515 FUEL INJECTION INSTALLATION TO LYCOMING O-540-E4C5 ENGINE VANS RV-10 16955 INSTALLATION OF TURBO-ALTERNATOR STC SA00261 PIPER L18C 15243 CHANGE OF AIRCRAFT COVERING MATERIAL RANS S6-ESD (MODIFIED) 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 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 16941 LYCOMING O-360 A2D ENGINE INSTALATION WITH HERCULES 7559423-S PROPELLER 1591 REPAIRS AFTER BAD LANDING INCIDENT 16966 PROPELLER CHANGE TO HERCULES 6275916-S 16968 MATCO 6" WHEEL & DISC BRAKE CONVERSION 16939 PARKING BRAKE INSTALLATION 1640 FRONT GEAR BUNGEE FAILURE 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 16760 DYNON SKYVIEW DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION 16855 NOSE GEAR RETRACTION GUIDE 13431 DYNON SKYVIEW DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION 16771 FUEL SYSTEM UPGRADE 15376 REPLACEMENT OF ONE MAGNETO WITH SDS COIL PACK IGNITION 1638 DAMAGE TO UPPER-STARBOARD BULKHEAD JOINT 16434 INSTALLATION OF LEBURG IGNITION + SCAT 25 CAMSHAFT ON VW1600 ENGINE 16515 FUEL INJECTION INSTALLATION TO LYCOMING O-540-E4C5 ENGINE 16955 INSTALLATION OF TURBO-ALTERNATOR STC SA00261 15243 CHANGE OF AIRCRAFT COVERING MATERIAL 13289 WING SPAR JOINING PLATES MATERIAL CHANGE TO 4130N 11368 BEAM TYPE ENGINE MOUNT FOR WALTER MICRON 3 16941 LYCOMING O-360 A2D ENGINE INSTALATION WITH HERCULES 7559423-S PROPELLER 1591 REPAIRS AFTER BAD LANDING INCIDENT 16939 PARKING BRAKE INSTALLATION 16927 INSTALLATION OF ROTAX 912-ULS ENGINE WITH E-PROP DUR-3-180-C4-T PROPELLER 16760 DYNON SKYVIEW DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION 16855 NOSE GEAR RETRACTION GUIDE 13431 DYNON SKYVIEW DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION 16771 FUEL SYSTEM UPGRADE 16434 INSTALLATION OF LEBURG IGNITION + SCAT 25 CAMSHAFT ON VW1600 ENGINE 16515 FUEL INJECTION INSTALLATION TO LYCOMING O-540-E4C5 ENGINE

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< Back MTD-07-2026 - Vans Horizontal Stabiliser Attach Position - Issue 2 25 Aug 2026 MTD-07-2026 Issue 2 Horizontal Stabiliser Forward Attach Bolt Position - Van’s SB 00134 Revision-1 MTD-07-2026 has been upissued to Issue 2 in order to align with the re-issue of Vans SB 00134 at Revision 1 on 22.8.26. This revision of the SB, and MTD-07-2026 Issue 2, allow a slightly further reduced spanwise edge margin on the outboard bolt holes to the ends of F-710B, providing the outboard bolt hole falls entirely within the width of the longeron’s flange. MTD-07-2026 also provides additional guidance in the notes section about how to carry out the measurements without removing the bolts. The inspection is to be carried out in accordance with Van’s SB 00134 Revision 1, with the results recorded on the Appendix A table of MTD-07-2026 Issue 2. As this MTD is mandatory for applicable Van’s RV aircraft operating on an LAA Permit to Fly, the required inspection must be completed within the next 10 flying hours or 90 days from the effective date of the MTD, whichever occurs first. If all bolt-hole positions are within the acceptable limits, compliance can be certified and recorded in the aircraft logbook. If any bolt-hole position falls outside the permitted limits, the aircraft must not be flown and the results must be referred to Van’s Aircraft and LAA Engineering for further advice. For aircraft which have already been checked and found satisfactory in accordance with MTD-07-2026 Issue 1, no further action is required. Please refer to the MTD below for full applicability and compliance requirements. 20260825 - MTD-07-2026 - Vans Horizontal Stabiliser Attach Position Iss 2 .pdf Download PDF • 476KB SB 00134 - Horizontal Stabilizer Forward Attach Bolts - Rev 1 .pdf Download PDF • 1.57MB Next Previous

< Back Remembering Mike Whittaker 1 Sept 2026 We are sad to announce the death, on 26th August, of Mike Whittaker, after a fall. Mike was the designer of the MW range of microlights and light aircraft that were very popular among amateur builders in the 1990s. A hugely talented, but charmingly modest man, Mike's designs enabled many LAA members to build their own aircraft at home on a small budget. Doing so inducted builders into the unique camaraderie of the active MW type club, of which Mike was the father-figure. An aeronautical engineer by profession, Mike was a great believer in the idea that even a low cost aeroplane should be properly engineered and its safety carefully substantiated. Our condolences to Mike's wife, Brenda, daughters Ellie and Lyndsay. Next Previous

< Back Engineering updates in August 10 Sept 2026 The following documents have been issued/updated in the Engineering 'Info Library' during August. Continuing airworthiness information : MTD-06-2024 issue 3 - Pietenpol Air Camper struts MTD-06-2026 - Vixxen forward wing attachment reinforcement MTD-07-2026 - Horizontal stabiliser forward attach bolt - Vans SB 00134 TADS : Europa Tiger Moth Forms : LAA/FT-HIFA PROP-SLPC Hydraulically operated variable pitch propeller with Single Lever Power Control test schedule (new) Technical Leaflets : TL 2.34 - Lifed items (new) TL 3.03 - Aircraft avionics installations Propeller type list, PTL/1 : Europa Eurostar Next Previous

The Annual General Meeting of the Light Aircraft Association Ltd Whittlebury Hall, Northants, NN12 8QH 18th October 2026, 1200 hrs Notice was given in the July 2026 issue of Light Aviation that the AGM of the Light Aircraft Association (LAA) will be held at Whittlebury Hall, Whittlebury, Towester, NN12 8QH Sunday 18th October 2026, 1200hrs. Nominations for Board Directors and Notices of Motions of any kind for the AGM must be received at LAA HQ, no later than Sunday 6 September 2026. Nominations must be signed by both proposer and seconder, both of whom must be beneficial shareholders. In respect of nominations to the Board of Directors, candidates must have been a beneficial shareholder continuously for at least two years and include a signed statement indicating their willingness to serve as a Director, should they be elected. The AGM will provide for both in person and remote online participation. These arrangements will be professionally administered. In addition, those unable to attend may elect to submit proxy votes. A full list of nominations, Motions, together with the proxy voting form will be published with October’s Light Aviation and online via the LAA website. The AGM will be preceded by the presentation of LAA Service, Rally Trophies and Awards to members. Following the AGM there will be time reserved for a Member’s Forum for discussion and Q&A on general matters with the Board and CEO. Light refreshments will be available upon arrival and lunch will be available to purchase at the hotel following the AGM. If you have any comments/questions for the AGM or the Member’s Forum get in touch via [email protected] .

Weight & Balance The subject of Weight and Balance covers at least four distinct procedures: weighing an aircraft, calculating its empty weight and centre of gravity (CG), establishing the worst forward and aft CG loading cases according to an appropriate design code and calculating weights and centres of gravity for an actual flight. This section includes guidance notes on each of these aspects, forms and worked examples (imperial or metric) for recording and calculating empty weight and CG, as well as worst forward and aft CG cases and an Excel based spreadsheet that makes the weight and CG calculations for you. The table on the spreadsheet is set out in the same layout as the Loading Examples tables. This spreadsheet can, of course, also be used for carrying out calculations for an actual flight. Simply input the actual weights of the items to be loaded rather than the standard occupant or maximum fuel and baggage weights. Remember, it is important to check that the CG remains within limits with no usable fuel as well as with the loaded fuel in the tanks, even though it will not be your intention of running the tank dry. The calculator generates two sets of weight and CG values for this purpose. Weight & Balance arrangements for gyroplanes are different to those of aeroplanes and a special type of report is used, unless the manufacturers concerned provides their own special schedule in which case this should be used instead. Before accessing the documents below, please ensure you have read Technical Leaflet 3.16 - Weight and Balance Guidance Notes . Technical Leaflet 3.16 Other useful documentation is as follows: Weight & Balance Forms Weight and Balance Example Forms Weight and Balance Excel Calculators

The Annual General Meeting of the Light Aircraft Association Ltd Whittlebury Hall, Northants, NN12 8QH 19th October 2025, 1200 hrs N otice has been given that the AGM of the Light Aircraft Association (LAA) will be held at Whittlebury Hall, Whittlebury, Towester, NN12 8QH Sunday 19th October 2025, 1200hrs The AGM will provide for both in person and remote on-line participation. These arrangements will be professionally administered. In addition, those unable to attend may elect to submit proxy votes. A full list of nominations, Motions and Association documents links can be found below: The AGM will be preceded by the presentation of LAA Service, Rally Trophies and Awards to members. Following the AGM there will be time reserved for a Member’s Forum for discussion and Q&A on general matters with the Board and CEO. Light refreshments will be available upon arrival and lunch will be available to purchase at the Silverstone Bar, Atrium Clubhouse and Murrays restaurant. If you have any questions or comments for the AGM or the Member’s Forum please get in touch with us via [email protected] AGM DOCUMENTS Agenda Minutes of AGM 2024 Accounts and Chairman's Report 2024 Motion Director Nominations ~~~ How to vote if NOT attending the AGM in person This year we have an independent company, Mi-Voice, who will be issuing and counting the proxy forms. If we have an email address for you and you are eligible to vote (ie/ a beneficial shareholder) you will receive an email from them directly with a link to the proxy form.