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Modification & Repair Worklist Below is a list of modification and repair applications that are awaiting review by our engineers. Un-allocated applications are reviewed weekly and those approaching the top of the list will be allocated to an engineer - this helps to balance individual engineer's workloads more evenly. 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. Our apologies for the current length of the work queue which has been due to staff absences combined with a high number of new and returning applications. We're working hard to get through the projects and are looking to put additional resource into clearing the backlog. Thanks for your patience. (last update 21/10/26) New applications awaiting allocation to an engineer 1651 FUSELAGE TRUSS WELD REPAIRS CHRISTEN EAGLE II 16987 REVIEW OF REPORTS GioCAS ATCR[01] & GioCAS ATCR[02] REPLICA WRIGHT TYPE A BIPLANE 16991 ENGINE CHANGE TO CONTINENTAL C90-14F (FROM G-BCGM) JODEL D120A 1650 IMPLEMENTATION OF SB 00134 (REV 2.2) VANS RV-4 16996 ENGINE CHANGE TO CONTINENTAL C85 28259-7-12 TAYLORCRAFT BC-65 16998 PROPELLER CHANCE ARPLAST PV50 3 BLADES 64" VP EUROPA 16997 SMALL TAILWHEEL DAMPER CYLINDER YAK-50 Engineer A Applications under review 11946 MAIN UNDERCARRIAGE REPLACEMENT PULSAR 16825 INCREASE FLAPERON MAXIMUM DEFLECTION TO 15 DEGREES SKYSTAR KITFOX VIXEN 16594 DUC COBRABLACK-R 1830 MM DIAMETER 2 BLADED PROPELLER INSTALLATION VANS RV-7 15622 EUROPA LONG WINGS INSTALLATION EUROPA XS Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 1642 FUEL TANK REPLACEMENT EUROPA XS 16978 AUTOMOTIVE SPARK PLUGS AND ALTERNATIVE HT LEADS MILES M38 MESSENGER 2A 13253 FUEL SYSTEM MODIFICATIONS EUROPA XS 16964 AERO INSTRUMENTS PH502-12 HEATED PITOT PROBE INSTALLATION EUROPA 16992 PROPELLER CHANGE TO HELICES E-PROPS DUR-3-160-T EUROPA XS 16979 GROVE ALUMINIUM UNDERCARRIAGE EUROPA XS 1634 DAMAGE TO PORT WING UPPER SURFACE JABIRU UL-450 16984 AIRMASTER AP431HCTF SLING 4 TSI 1630 OUTRIGGER COLLAPSE EUROPA 1646 REPAIR TO CS14P AILERON QUICK CONNECT BRACKET EUROPA XS 1621 PORT WING LOWER SURFACE OUTER SKIN AND FOAM CORE DAMAGED EUROPA XS 16944 TOE BRAKES REDESIGN DRUINE D.62B CONDOR 16907 ROTAX 912-S2 ENGINE INSTALLATION WITH AIRMASTER AP332 62" DIAMETER PROPELLER EUROPA 16913 GROVE ALUMINIUM UNDERCARRIAGE LEG INSTALLATION EUROPA XS 16973 ALTERNATIVE UNDERCARRIAGE LEGS WITTMAN W10 TAILWIND 16847 CONVERSION AND INSTALLATION OF LYCOMING O-360-A4A ENGINE VANS RV-7 16902 KANARDIA ?? DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION ZENAIR CH 750 CRUZER 1613 REAR BULKHEAD REINFORCEMENT FOR SINGLETON TAILWHEEL STEERING EUROPA XS 1250 PORT-SIDE WING - RODENT DAMAGE PIONEER 300 16931 HARTZELL 2C1-R419A1X/75CS08-2X 72 INCH DIAMETER PROPELLER INSTALLATION VANS RV-7 16896 CS08 BELLCRANK CLEARANCE BLISTER EUROPA XS 16897 FUEL SYSTEM MODIFICATIONS EUROPA XS 16886 KANARDIA INDU COMBO DIGITAL ALTIMETER / ASI INSTALLATION AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR 16784 E-PROPS DUR-3-175-C4-T PROPELLER INSTALLATION ZENAIR CH 601XL Engineer B Applications under review Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 1628 WING OUTER PANEL ATTACHMENTS - OUT OF ACCEPTABLE TOLERANCE ROLLASON BETA B2A 1559 WING SPAR REPAIR DENNEY KITFOX MK4-1200 1515 FIREWALL REPLACEMENT VANS RV-4 1611 PORT OUTER D-BOX SKIN & SPAR FLANGE DISRUPTION REPAIRS VANS RV-6 1566 LANDING DAMAGE VANS RV-8 16848 ENGINE & PROP CHANGE TO O-200A & McCAULEY 1A105/SMCM7053 JODEL D120 15907 ENGINE CHANGE TO HONDA 3.5L J35A4 MINI MERLIN TITAN T-51 MUSTANG 16922 WINGS & CARRY-THROUGH REPLACEMENT SLING 4 TSI 1614 LANDING ACCIDENT SPITFIRE MK 26 1610 STARBOARD WINGTIP BOW AERONCA 7AC CHAMPION 16824 VERNER SCARLET 5 EFI & HERCULES REPLICA BLACKBURN MONOPLANE 15735 SV4C (MODIFIED) NOSE BOWL MOD 1 STAMPE SV4C (MODIFIED) 16410 INSTALLATION OF AUTOMATION AUTOPILOT COLOMBAN MC-30 LUCIOLE 16863 UNDERCARRIAGE FAIRINGS AERONCA 7AC CHAMPION 16513 ROTAX 912-ULS ENGINE WITH HERCULES 2 BLADE 69" x 49" PROPELLER INSTALLATIONS RL 5A-XP SHERWOOD RANGER 1620 CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE OF FUEL TANKS MURPHY ELITE 16159 FITTING OF GM LS3 V8 ENGINE TITAN T-51 MUSTANG 16958 7" DROPPED KEEL, STABILITY AUGMENTATIONS RAF 2000 GTX-SE Engineer C Applications under review 16955 INSTALLATION OF TURBO-ALTERNATOR STC SA00261 PIPER L18C 16910 FITTING FLYBOY ACCESSORIES TOW BAR BOLT VANS RV-8 16434 INSTALLATION OF LEBURG IGNITION + SCAT 25 CAMSHAFT ON VW1600 ENGINE TAYLOR MONOPLANE 16933 INCREASE IN MAX TAKE OFF & LANDING WEIGHT RUTAN LONG-EZ Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 15977 CHANGE OF AIRCRAFT COVERING MATERIAL RANS S6-ES 1644 DAMAGE TO STARBOARD WING LEADING EDGE AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR 16993 PROPELLER CHANGE TO E-PROP DUR/3/175/C4/T IKARUS C42 FB UK 16982 NEW SET OF EUROPA WINGS EUROPA XS 16909 INSTALLATION OF WHIRLWIND 330-3B/72H-73-C PROPELLER PITTS S-1T 16725 DYNON SKYVIEW HDX DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION LANCAIR 320 16986 FIT A BALLISTIC PARACHUTE RECOVERY SYSTEM TECNAM P92-EA ECHO-SUPER 1591 REPAIRS AFTER BAD LANDING INCIDENT VANS RV-14 14185 MGL AVIONICS DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION VANS RV-9A 1540 PORT WING DAMAGE VANS RV-6 16283 INSTALLATION OF FT-60 RED CUBE FUEL FLOW TRANSDUCER PITTS S-1T 16974 CONTINENTAL 0-200-A & ALAN JAMES AJ/7050/EC/RR JODEL D117A 1480 REPAIRS AFTER AIRCRAFT INVERTED ON FORCED LANDING NIPPER T.66 RA45 SERIES 3 16199 WOODCOMP SR3000/3N 1625 MM DIAMETER PROPELLER INSTALLATION EUROPA 16577 INSTALLATION OF MGL AUTOPILOT SONEX 1625 DAMAGE TO RIBS 4 - 7 & D BOX NEXT TO UNDERCARRIAGE ON STB WING JODEL DR1050 Engineer D Applications under review Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 1647 ENGINE MOUNT CRACKS VANS RV-3B Engineer E Applications under review 1648 VARIOUS GROUND DAMAGE AUSTER AOP.9 1641 TAIL DAMAGE AEROPRAKT A22 FOXBAT 16977 MAX TAKE OFF MASS INCREASE CURRIE WOT Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 14942 E5 MOGAS - CONTINENTAL C-90 ENGINE LUSCOMBE 8E 16946 SEAT MODIFICATIONS RAND KR-2S 16980 CHANGE OF WHEELS CHILTON DW1 16995 ENGINE INDUCTION MOD VANS RV-8 1645 CRACKED FIN SPAR VANS RV-6A Engineer F Applications under review Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 16990 PITCH TRIM TAB ALTERNATE ACTUATING SYSTEM RANS S6-ES Engineer C Applications under review 16955 INSTALLATION OF TURBO-ALTERNATOR STC SA00261 16910 FITTING FLYBOY ACCESSORIES TOW BAR BOLT 16434 INSTALLATION OF LEBURG IGNITION + SCAT 25 CAMSHAFT ON VW1600 ENGINE 16933 INCREASE IN MAX TAKE OFF & LANDING WEIGHT New applications awaiting review 15977 CHANGE OF AIRCRAFT COVERING MATERIAL 1644 DAMAGE TO STARBOARD WING LEADING EDGE 16993 PROPELLER CHANGE TO E-PROP DUR/3/175/C4/T 16982 NEW SET OF EUROPA WINGS 16909 INSTALLATION OF WHIRLWIND 330-3B/72H-73-C PROPELLER 16725 DYNON SKYVIEW HDX DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION 16986 FIT A BALLISTIC PARACHUTE RECOVERY SYSTEM 1591 REPAIRS AFTER BAD LANDING INCIDENT 14185 MGL AVIONICS DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION 1540 PORT WING DAMAGE 16283 INSTALLATION OF FT-60 RED CUBE FUEL FLOW TRANSDUCER 16974 CONTINENTAL 0-200-A & ALAN JAMES AJ/7050/EC/RR 1480 REPAIRS AFTER AIRCRAFT INVERTED ON FORCED LANDING 16199 WOODCOMP SR3000/3N 1625 MM DIAMETER PROPELLER INSTALLATION 16577 INSTALLATION OF MGL AUTOPILOT 1625 DAMAGE TO RIBS 4 - 7 & D BOX NEXT TO UNDERCARRIAGE ON STB WING Returning applications awaiting review 15977 CHANGE OF AIRCRAFT COVERING MATERIAL 1644 DAMAGE TO STARBOARD WING LEADING EDGE 16909 INSTALLATION OF WHIRLWIND 330-3B/72H-73-C PROPELLER 16725 DYNON SKYVIEW HDX DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION 1591 REPAIRS AFTER BAD LANDING INCIDENT 14185 MGL AVIONICS DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION 1540 PORT WING DAMAGE 16283 INSTALLATION OF FT-60 RED CUBE FUEL FLOW TRANSDUCER 16974 CONTINENTAL 0-200-A & ALAN JAMES AJ/7050/EC/RR 1480 REPAIRS AFTER AIRCRAFT INVERTED ON FORCED LANDING 16199 WOODCOMP SR3000/3N 1625 MM DIAMETER PROPELLER INSTALLATION 16577 INSTALLATION OF MGL AUTOPILOT

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

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.

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

Armstrong/Isaacs Bursary Winners of 2026 Bursaries below. Five bursaries of up to £1,500 are offered every year to support young pilots already in PPL training. To qualify for these bursaries you must be under 30, are required to already have reached ‘first solo’ standard, have completed a minimum of five hours solo training and have gained the necessary medical and ground qualifications to continue your training. Rose Solley (above - left) A flight in my Grandfathers Jodel D117 was where it all began for me. I was lucky enough to have that first trial experience of flying when I was 12, followed by my first lesson when I passed my GSCE at 15. Because I loved my initial experience so much I was determined to find a way to fulfil my dream of being a pilot. Knowing that gaining my PPL would be a costly challenge I knew it was going to take a long time to complete. Coming from a farming background and enjoying working with livestock, I was able to get a job at our neighbouring dairy farm. This gave me flexibility with working hours and also the finance I needed to fund my PPL, the journey so far has taken 5 long years and the LAA Armstrong Isaacs bursary will enable me to complete the challenge I set myself of becoming a female Pilot. Iain Kirkham (above - right) I began my passion for flying at a young age, taking every opportunity to fly with my dad in his Escapade and more recently his Sling 2 taildragger. At first, I found flying an aircraft to be both intimidating and exciting but also rewarding as well as giving a sense of freedom and this motivated me to obtain my PPL. During the holidays whilst studying for an Engineering degree, I decided to start my PPL training in a Sonaca S200 at Blackbushe airport. I am now aiming to complete my solo x-country which has been delayed over the past two months due to bad weather and thanks to the LAA bursary I hope to complete my PPL training in the next few months. After my PPL I intend to become a member of the LAA and do a taildragger conversion course so that I can fly the Sling 2 taildragger and go touring in an aircraft that I helped my dad to build. I would like to thank the LAA and am very grateful for the opportunity the LAA has given me enabling me to pursue my passion and love of flying. Kate Lee (below - left) I am an Aerospace engineering graduate and have just started my PhD looking in to sustainable aviation solutions. I am passionate about combining my interests in sustainability and aviation and am focussing my current work on some of the challenges associated with developing hydrogen gas turbine engines for planes. I was fortunate to start working towards my PPL whilst completing an internship at Kemble airport. I love the feeling of freedom of being in the air, and find it very motivational for my work, as it’s a feeling I believe as many people as possible should be able to experience. The bursary should ensure I’m able to complete my PPL course this year before my theory tests expire! I’m very grateful to the LAA Armstrong/Isaacs Bursary for this support in realising my goal of completing my PPL. Armstrong/Isaacs bursaries are funded from the Armstrong/Isaacs Fund, which is based on a major donation from David Armstrong, who was a founder member of the original ULAA in 1947, a lifelong member of the LAA’s predecessor the PFA and the latter’s chairman from 1960 to 1964. His legacy, co-named with that of aircraft designer and builder John Isaacs, has, since 1998 enabled many young prospective pilots to gain their PPL.

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. 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. 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] . AGM 2026 Documentation Proxy Form Agenda Minutes of AGM 2025 LAA Accounts 2025

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 Alert A-03-2026 - Loose Propeller Bolts - Effect of Prolonged Heatwaves on Wooden Propellers 30 Jul 2026 Alert A-03-2026 - Loose Propeller Bolts - Effect of Prolonged Heatwaves on Wooden Propellers This Alert has been issued to raise awareness of the potential for a serious safety issue following several recent reports of propeller retaining bolts becoming loose on aircraft fitted with one-piece wooden propellers. In some cases, propellers have been damaged and, most seriously, accidents have either occurred or been narrowly averted. Because of the recent bout of extreme heatwaves, owners of aircraft operating under an LAA Permit to Fly with a one-piece wooden propeller are strongly recommended to check that their propeller retaining bolts are correctly torqued as a matter of urgency, whether or not the aircraft is due a scheduled check. Please refer to the Alert Alert A-03-2026 HERE or below for full details and recommended checks. 20260730 - A-03-2026 - Effect of Prolonged Heatwaves on Wooden Propellers .pdf Download PDF • 394KB Next Previous

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

< Back MTD-07-2026 Issue 1 - Horizontal Stabiliser Forward Attach Bolt Position 19 Aug 2026 LAA Mandatory Technical Directive MTD-07-2026 Issue 1 is published today, relating to the inspection of the forward horizontal stabiliser attachment positions. A number of Van’s RV aircraft inspections have discovered instances of deviations from the drawings in which the bolt positions at the horizontal stabilizer forward attachment point to the fuselage have not been drilled in the locations shown on the drawing, either in the spanwise direction or fore-and-aft directions, or both. This Mandatory Technical Directive is published to mandate the actions called for in Van's Service Bulletin, SB 00134, which was issued in 15th August 2026. If one or more hole positions fall outside the range of acceptable positions as stated in SB 00134, then DO NOT FLY the aircraft, complete the form provided in Appendix A and send it to Van’s Aircraft and LAA Engineering for further advice. Please refer to the MTD below for full applicability and compliance requirements. 20260819 - MTD-07-2026 - Vans Horizontal Stabiliser Attachment Position .pdf Download PDF • 916KB SB 00134 - Horizontal Stabilizer Forward Attach Bolts .pdf Download PDF • 1.31MB Next Previous

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