Camping Camping passes, which cover the duration of your stay, are available upon arrival, at a cost of £65 . There is a discounted price of £55 if bought in advance from the LAA shop and the cut off date is Wednesday 26th August to allow us to get your camping permit posted to you on time. Camping permits bought in advance will be posted to you in July . If you fly in and wish to camp under the wing, this is free. Camping facilities, providing basic amenities, including hot showers will be available on site. There is ample ground for caravans and mobile homes. The campsite will be open from midday Thursday 28th August and close on Monday morning 1st September. Please note entry to the Rally Exhibition Site is charged separately. Prices are for the duration of your stay. On site catering and bar will be available in the Exhibition area during event opening hours and evening food, bar and entertainment will be provided by Leicestershire Aero Club in the evenings.

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.

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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

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.

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 15/05/26) Engineer A Applications under review Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 16720 ILEVIL AP DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION MCR-01 CLUB 16886 CHANGE OF ALTIMETER AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR 16880 FUEL FLOW COMPUTER INSTALLATION AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR 12999 SMOKE SYSTEM VANS RV-8 1583 COMPOSITE FUSELAGE FORWARD LOWER PANEL REPAIR GLASAIR II-S FT 16862 TEMPORARY 42 LITRE LONG RANGE RESERVE FUEL TANK INSTALLATION AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR 16812 WOODCOMP SR3000/3N 1720MM DIAMETER 3 BLADED PROPELLER INSTALLATION CZAW SPORTCRUISER 16094 CANOPY LATCH QUICKIE TRI-Q 200 16864 MTV-9-B-C/C188-18B PROPELLER INSTALLATION CHRISTEN EAGLE II 16901 DUC FLASH-3 1750 MM DIAMETER X 20 DEG PITCH PROPELLER INSTALLATION ZENAIR CH 750 16907 ENGINE CHANGE TO ROTAX 912-S2 EUROPA 16815 WOODCOMP SR3000/3N 1720 MM DIAMETER PROPELLER INSTALLATION TL 2000UK STING CARBON 16858 E-PROPS DUR-3-155-C4-T POPELLER INSTALLATION MCR-01 16905 DYNON AUTOPILOT SERVOS (PITCH & ROLL) WITH TRUTRACK BRACKET VANS RV-8 16769 EZ-101 OIL SUMP PLUG INSTALLATION EUROPA XS 10355 SINGLETON TAILWHEEL STEERING EUROPA XS 16839 ADDITIONAL ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP INSTALLATION BRISTELL NG5 SPEED WING 16897 FUEL SYSTEM MODIFICATIONS EUROPA XS 16896 CS08 CRANK CLEARANCE ENHANCEMENT EUROPA XS 14001 DISC BRAKE CONVERSION FOURNIER RF5 16899 PROPELLER CHANGE TO CATTO 2BCT-8055CCW-CBP 2 BLADES 80" X 55" DHC-1 CHIPMUNK 22 16870 E-PROPS EXC-3-145-C4-T PROPELLER INSTALLATION PULSAR 16754 E-PROPS GLOR-3-170-C8-T PROPELLER INSTALLATION AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR 16749 KANARDIA NESIS DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION BRISTELL NG5 SPEED WING 16850 LYCOMING ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM INSTALLATION GLASAIR II-S FT 16908 PROPELLER CHANGE TO WOODCOMP SR3000 3 BLADE 1625MM DIA EUROPA 16902 KANARDIA AUTOPILOT ZENAIR CH 750 CRUZER Engineer B Applications under review 1484 DAMAGE TO AIRFRAME LUSCOMBE 8A 1593 LIFT STRUT BOTTOM FUSELAGE BRACKET KFA SAFARI 16874 CRICKET TALL TEETER TOWERS EVERETT GYROPLANE SERIES 1 16796 ROTAX 912UL CRICKET MK6 16802 EXTENDED RANGE LEADING EDGE FUEL TANKS VANS RV-7 16744 AV18 LARGER FUEL TANK CRICKET MK6 Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 16632 AILERON STOPS VANS RV-9A 1600 DAMAMGE TO UNDERCART LOWER LEFT FUSELAGE AND LEFT WING ZENAIR CH 701SP 1598 DAMAGE TO TOP LONGERON VANS RV-6 15356 PSA 110 DIESEL INSTALLATION JODEL DR1051-M1 1555 GROUND LOOP DENNEY KITFOX MK2 15691 FITTING OF RAZOR 23FT ROTOR SYSTEM CAMPBELL CRICKET 16612 GYROPLANE WARNING SYSTEM ROTORSPORT UK CALIDUS 16795 FRONT SEAT SEATBELT SHOULDER ATTACHMENT POINT/BRACKET PIPER PA-18 1522 TAIL LOWER SKIN DAMAGE GROPPO TRAIL 1571 HARD LANDING REPAIR ZENAIR CH 701SP 1566 LANDING DAMAGE VANS RV-8 1603 TAIL DAMAGE AEROPRAKT A32 VIXXEN 16139 TO FIT ENGINE ULPOWER 520IS VANS RV-7 16894 INERTIA REEL SEATBELT SHOULDER STRAP REPLACEMENT JODEL DR1051 (MODIFIED) 1601 LONGERON DAMAGE SLING 4 TSI 16872 LOWER I/B WING BRACINF WIRE SHACKLES STAMPE SV4C (MODIFIED) 1602 FUEL LEAK TECNAM P2002-EA SIERRA 16863 UNDERCARRIAGE FAIRINGS & PROP FLANGE AERONCA 7AC CHAMPION 1447 AIRCRAFT UNDERSIDE TORN DHC-1 CHIPMUNK 22 (LYCOMING) 16501 ENGINE ROTAX 916iS AND PROPELLER MTV-6-A/190-69 DENNEY KITFOX MK 7 SUPERSPORT 1523 PORT WING REAR SPAR CRACK ZENAIR CH 601HDS 1599 HOLE IN FUSELAGE UPRIGHT ANGLE SLING 4 TSI 16903 INSTALL LIGHTWEIGHT B & C STARTER & ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT REPLICA SE5A 16904 REMOVE TAIL SKID & REPLACE WITH A SCOTTS 1050 TAILWHEEL REPLICA SE5A 15805 SHOULDER HARNESS CABLE RESTRAINTS JODEL D119 16900 PROPELLER CHANGE TO COLIN ESSEX KF 7940 UL/S1RR 78 X 38 REPLICA SE5A 1229 REPAIR OF AIRCRAFT - CRASH DAMAGE STARSTREAK SHADOW SA-II 16853 O-240 CYLINDER CHANGE DRUINE D.62C CONDOR 16885 CATEGORY CHANGE TO MICROLIGHT AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR SL 16811 SUPERECO AUTOPILOT RANS S6-ES 16721 WING TIP PYRO MOUNTS EDGE 540 16732 ROTAX 912-ULS ENGINE INSTALLATION WITH WOODCOMP SR300/2 PROPELLER JODEL D119 16842 WEIGHT INCREASE TO 405 KG KOLB TWINSTAR MK3 (MODIFIED) 16731 ELEVATOR RAY ALLEN TRIM JODEL D119 16630 SPLIT AXLE WISHBONE WITH INDEPENDENT SUSPENSION STAAKEN Z-2 FLITZER Engineer C Applications under review 16866 INSTALLATION OF SENSENICH 2G0M8/C82BGF PROPELLER WAG-AERO SUPER SPORT 16838 INSTALLATION OF HERCULES 5542862-S 55" X 42" PROPELLER NICOLLIER HN 700 MENESTREL II 16219 FITMENT OF CLEVELAND WHEELS & BRAKES NORD 1002 16533 UPGRADE TO MAIN UNDERCARRIAGE STRUCTURE & MTWA INCREASE TO 1650LBS REBEL Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 16909 PROPELLER CHANGE TO WHIRLWIND 330-3B/72H-73C PITTS S-1T 14185 MGL AVIONICS DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION VANS RV-9A 13431 DYNON SKYVIEW DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION VANS RV-7 14787 FT-60 FUEL FLOW TRANSDUCER 'RED CUBE' INSTALLATION VANS RV-7 16854 INSTALLATION OF DYNON AUTO PILOT PIONEER 300 HAWK 16893 REMOVE THE INVERTED OIL SYSTEM BULLDOG SERIES 120 MODEL 121 16895 ENGINE CHANGE TO SUPERIOR XP-IO-360-B1AC2 VANS RV-7 16881 WHIRLWIND GA200L 716-72 PROPELLER INSTALLATION SPRINT 160 16898 BENDIX/KING XCRUZE 2 INCH AUTOPILOT VANS RV-9 16789 INSTALL AERO FABRICATORS SHOULDER HARNESS & SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY CESSNA 120 16476 ELECTRONIC IGNITION INSTALLATION PIPER L18C 16712 REDCUBE FUEL FLOW TRANSDUCER INSTALLATION VANS RV-8 16906 INSTALLATION OF A LASER LANDING HEIGHT SYSTEM VANS RV-7 16820 DRY BREAK FUEL FITTING INSTALLATION VANS RV-6 16577 INSTALLATION OF MGL AUTOPILOT SONEX Engineer D Applications under review 16695 CONTINENTAL CD155 ENGINE AND MTV-6 PROPELLER VANS RV-9A 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) 16324 GIPSY MAJOR 1 CONVERT TO UPRIGHT RUNNING DH82A TIGER MOTH Engineer C Applications under review 16866 INSTALLATION OF SENSENICH 2G0M8/C82BGF PROPELLER 16838 INSTALLATION OF HERCULES 5542862-S 55" X 42" PROPELLER 16219 FITMENT OF CLEVELAND WHEELS & BRAKES 16533 UPGRADE TO MAIN UNDERCARRIAGE STRUCTURE & MTWA INCREASE TO 1650LBS New applications awaiting review Returning applications awaiting review 16909 PROPELLER CHANGE TO WHIRLWIND 330-3B/72H-73C 14185 MGL AVIONICS DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION 13431 DYNON SKYVIEW DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION 14787 FT-60 FUEL FLOW TRANSDUCER 'RED CUBE' INSTALLATION 16854 INSTALLATION OF DYNON AUTO PILOT 16893 REMOVE THE INVERTED OIL SYSTEM 16895 ENGINE CHANGE TO SUPERIOR XP-IO-360-B1AC2 16881 WHIRLWIND GA200L 716-72 PROPELLER INSTALLATION 16898 BENDIX/KING XCRUZE 2 INCH AUTOPILOT 16789 INSTALL AERO FABRICATORS SHOULDER HARNESS & SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY 16476 ELECTRONIC IGNITION INSTALLATION 16712 REDCUBE FUEL FLOW TRANSDUCER INSTALLATION 16906 INSTALLATION OF A LASER LANDING HEIGHT SYSTEM 16820 DRY BREAK FUEL FITTING INSTALLATION 16577 INSTALLATION OF MGL AUTOPILOT 14185 MGL AVIONICS DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION 16854 INSTALLATION OF DYNON AUTO PILOT 16881 WHIRLWIND GA200L 716-72 PROPELLER INSTALLATION 16789 INSTALL AERO FABRICATORS SHOULDER HARNESS & SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY 16476 ELECTRONIC IGNITION INSTALLATION 16712 REDCUBE FUEL FLOW TRANSDUCER INSTALLATION 16820 DRY BREAK FUEL FITTING INSTALLATION 16577 INSTALLATION OF MGL AUTOPILOT

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 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

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

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

National Private Pilot Licence Contact Us Please use this FORM to contact us with any NPPL queries you have. We aim to respond within 5 working days. CLICK HERE FOR PCS DETAILS FAQs Details on revalidation of ratings, renewals and more! We will continue to add more FAQs as required. Working on them!! CLICK HERE FOR PCS DETAILS NPPL FEES for SEP / TMG Two payments need to be made: One to the LAA and one to the CAA. Please note that the CAA will send a payment link to your email address For details on how to pay, please visit the LAA Online Shop CLICK HERE FOR PCS DETAILS APPLICATION FORMS All applications that are submitted via email must be as a .pdf, as one document and not individual pages and in colour. Alternatively you can send them by post. Grant of a NPPL (or addition of a rating) with a SEP or TMG Class rating * F or all microlight ratings or enquiries please refer to the BMAA website * CLICK HERE FOR PCS DETAILS MEDICALS Please use the link below for information on how to obtain a medical. Cellma System (portal) To register for the CAA Portal please read CAA Customer Portal Registration Guide CLICK HERE FOR PCS DETAILS General Information/Documents CAP3181 General Exemption E6556 Examiner Report for NPPL (SEP/TMG) Skill Test Information regarding the LAPL CAA NPPL Website CLICK HERE FOR PCS DETAILS

LAA Courses 2026 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