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 09/12/25) Engineer A Applications under review 16720 ILEVIL DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION MCR-01 CLUB Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 13966 DYNON DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION VANS RV-8 16056 SENSENICH 2G0M6-C76PG 74" DIAMETER GROUND ADJUSTABLE PROPELLER INSTALLATION BEDE BD-4 16710 FAHLIN D-598 3-BLADED 66" DIAMETER PROPELLER INSTALLATION PEREIRA OSPREY 2 16754 E-PROPS GLOR-3-170-C8-T PROPELLER INSTALLATION AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR 16794 GARMIN AUTOPILOT INSTALLATION EUROPA 16433 HAND CONTROLLED RUDDER AND BRAKE SYSTEM INSTALLATION VANS RV-10 16812 PROPELLER CHANGE TO WOODCOMP SR3000/3N 1720 CZAW SPORTCRUISER 16801 PROPELLER CHANGE TO STERNA HV4-YM-B TITAN T-51 MUSTANG 16808 ENGINE CHANGE TO ROTAX 912S AND PROP CHANGE TO ECOPROP 170R110/3 ZENAIR CH 601HD 16623 LIESE EXHAUST SILENCERS INSTALLATION VANS RV-6 16734 REPLACEMENT OF OBTURATOR RINGS ON CLERGET ENGINE PISTONS REPLICA SOPWITH CAMEL F.1 13115 3 LEVER QUADRANT VANS RV-6A 13559 INSTALLATION OF DYNON HEATED AOA/PITOT TUBE WITH GRETZ MOUNT AND MAST VANS RV-6A 14514 DYNON SKYVIEW DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION VANS RV-6A 14724 CONVERSION FROM RV-7A TRI-GEAR TO RV-7 TAILDRAGGER VANS RV-6A 16809 IGNITION UPGRADE - REPLACE SLICK MAGNETO WITH E MAG VANS RV-9 16810 TO FIT A TRUTRAK GEMINI AUTO PILOT VANS RV-9 16779 PHA-01 FLAP ACTUATOR INSTALLATION WITH 3 WAY SWITCH VANS RV-8 Engineer B Applications under review 1551 LEFT FUSELAGE SKIN DEFORMATION VANS RV-8 16727 INCREASE OF MTOW CORBY CJ-1 STARLET 15907 ENGINE CHANGE TO HONDA 3.5L J35A4 MINI MERLIN TITAN T-51 MUSTANG 16741 REAR SPAR WING ATTACHMENT TAYLOR JT.1 MONOPLANE Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 1559 WING SPAR REPAIR DENNEY KITFOX MK4-1200 1483 DAMAGE TO AIRFRAME VANS RV-8A 1484 DAMAGE TO AIRFRAME LUSCOMBE 8A 1560 UNDERCARRIAGE FAILURE JODEL DR1050 1456 REPAIR TO FIREWALL FRAME PIONEER 300 HAWK 16786 UPGRADE OF D1000TEFIS SCREENS TO HDX1100 EFIS SCREENS VANS RV-10 1568 Reduced Flap / Top skin overlap VANS RV-6 1561 FUSELAGE REPAIR PIETENPOL AIR CAMPER 16744 AV18 LARGER FUEL TANK CRICKET MK6 16795 FRONT SEAT SEATBELT SHOULDER ATTACHMENT POINT/BRACKET PIPER PA-18 1554 CRACKED ENGINE FRAME ZENAIR CH 601UL 1567 REPAIR FOLLOWING TIPPING ONTO NOSE MW6-1-1 1546 DAMAGE SUSTAINED TO CHANNEL F-1204E VANS RV-12 16796 ROTAX 912UL CRICKET MK6 1566 LANDING DAMAGE VANS RV-8 16797 DELTA HAWK DHK200A4 & HARTZELL RAPTOR 3 BLADES 69 VANS RV-14 16763 RAISED SHOULDER HARNESS DH82A TIGER MOTH 16803 CHANGE OF FUEL METERING SYSTEM AERONCA 100 16802 EXTENDED RANGE LEADING EDGE FUEL TANKS VANS RV-7 1562 LONGERON EDGE DISTANCE AT F610 BULKHEAD VANS RV-6A 16617 FUEL SYSTEM CHANGE TO LATER WING TANKS AUSTER J1N 15328 LYCOMING O-360-J2A & SENSENICH 2G0M8/C82BGF AUSTER J1N 1322 FUSELAGE REPAIRS AERONCA 100 16732 ROTAX 912-ULS ENGINE INSTALLATION WITH WOODCOMP SR300/2 PROPELLER JODEL D119 16811 SUPERECO AUTOPILOT RANS S6-ES Engineer C Applications under review 16799 RELOCATION OF RIBS F-745-L & F-745-R TO ACCOMODATE DUAL SCREEN EFIS VANS RV-7 16480 MTWA INCREASE AEROPRAKT A22 FOXBAT 14550 IGNITION HARNESS REPLACEMENT REPLICA FOKKER DR1 15529 22 INCH DIAMETER AERO CLASSIC SMOOTH TUNDRA 22 X 8.5 - 6 TYRES INSTALLATION REBEL Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 16760 DYNON SV32 TWO AXIS AUTOPILOT VANS RV-9A 16793 ENGINE & PROPELLER CHANGE TO ROTAX 912 UL & WARP DRIVE 68R-NT-HPL3 DENNEY KITFOX MK2 12283 TIP-UP INSTRUMENT PANEL SUPPORT WITH EFIS SCREENS VANS RV-7A 15936 CLEVELAND WHEEL/BRAKE INSTALLATION BUCKER BU133C 14477 DUAL P-MAGS INSTALLATION VANS RV-7A 15425 GARMIN G3X AUTO-PILOT WITH GMC507 CONTROLLER INSTALLATION VANS RV-7 16738 ADDING ANTI COLLISION LIGHT AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR 1480 REPAIRS AFTER AIRCRAFT INVERTED ON FORCED LANDING NIPPER T.66 RA45 SERIES 3 12539 INSTRUMENT PANEL ACCESS VANS RV-8 1542 CORROSION OF STEEL TUBE SECTIONS ON LOWER LONGERONS AND STERN POST AUSTER 5J4/100 16798 BRS BALLISTIC PARACHUTE RESCUE SYSTEM SLING 4 TSI 16199 INSTALLATION OF WOODCOMP SR3000/3N PROPELLER EUROPA 16751 MT MTV-12-B/183-59B PROPELLER INSTALLATION VANS RV-8 16533 UPGRADE OF MAIN UNDERCARRIAGE STRUCTURE IN ORDER TO REMOVE THE CURRENT MTOW RESTRICTION REBEL 16782 INSTALLATION OF CONTINENTAL O-200-A ENGINE WITH HERCULES PROP 7045261-S PIPER J3C-65 16775 TRIO 2 AXIS AUTO PILOT SYSTEM VANS RV-6 16777 LYCOMING O-320-A2B ENGINE INSTALLATION PIPER PA-18-135 16327 GARMIN ?? DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION VANS RV-6 16774 MT MTV-12-B/183-59B PROPELLER INSTALLATION VANS RV-8 15186 PITOT SYSTEM ZENAIR CH 701UL 15869 ELECTRONIC AUXILIARY FUEL TRANSFER SYSTEM SLING 4 TSI 16631 NON STANDARD LOWER LUGGAGE SPACE AS PREVIOUSLY EMBODIED IN USA LUSCOMBE 8E 13116 FT-60 FUEL TRANSDUCER VANS RV-7 15425 GARMIN G3X AUTO-PILOT WITH GMC507 CONTROLLER INSTALLATION VANS RV-7 Engineer D Applications under review 16671 AEROBATIC APPROVAL VANS RV-6 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) 13106 REPLACEMENT WING STRUT PICK UP ARV1 SUPER 2 1155 DAMAGE TO UNDERSIDE OF COWLINGS, BELLY SCOOP AND PROP TITAN T-51 MUSTANG Engineer C Applications under review 16799 RELOCATION OF RIBS F-745-L & F-745-R TO ACCOMODATE DUAL SCREEN EFIS 16480 MTWA INCREASE 14550 IGNITION HARNESS REPLACEMENT 15529 22 INCH DIAMETER AERO CLASSIC SMOOTH TUNDRA 22 X 8.5 - 6 TYRES INSTALLATION New applications awaiting review Returning applications awaiting review 16760 DYNON SV32 TWO AXIS AUTOPILOT 16793 ENGINE & PROPELLER CHANGE TO ROTAX 912 UL & WARP DRIVE 68R-NT-HPL3 12283 TIP-UP INSTRUMENT PANEL SUPPORT WITH EFIS SCREENS 15936 CLEVELAND WHEEL/BRAKE INSTALLATION 14477 DUAL P-MAGS INSTALLATION 15425 GARMIN G3X AUTO-PILOT WITH GMC507 CONTROLLER INSTALLATION 16738 ADDING ANTI COLLISION LIGHT 1480 REPAIRS AFTER AIRCRAFT INVERTED ON FORCED LANDING 12539 INSTRUMENT PANEL ACCESS 1542 CORROSION OF STEEL TUBE SECTIONS ON LOWER LONGERONS AND STERN POST 16798 BRS BALLISTIC PARACHUTE RESCUE SYSTEM 16199 INSTALLATION OF WOODCOMP SR3000/3N PROPELLER 16751 MT MTV-12-B/183-59B PROPELLER INSTALLATION 16533 UPGRADE OF MAIN UNDERCARRIAGE STRUCTURE IN ORDER TO REMOVE THE CURRENT MTOW RESTRICTION 16782 INSTALLATION OF CONTINENTAL O-200-A ENGINE WITH HERCULES PROP 7045261-S 16775 TRIO 2 AXIS AUTO PILOT SYSTEM 16777 LYCOMING O-320-A2B ENGINE INSTALLATION 16327 GARMIN ?? DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION 16774 MT MTV-12-B/183-59B PROPELLER INSTALLATION 15186 PITOT SYSTEM 15869 ELECTRONIC AUXILIARY FUEL TRANSFER SYSTEM 16631 NON STANDARD LOWER LUGGAGE SPACE AS PREVIOUSLY EMBODIED IN USA 13116 FT-60 FUEL TRANSDUCER 15425 GARMIN G3X AUTO-PILOT WITH GMC507 CONTROLLER INSTALLATION 16760 DYNON SV32 TWO AXIS AUTOPILOT 12283 TIP-UP INSTRUMENT PANEL SUPPORT WITH EFIS SCREENS 15936 CLEVELAND WHEEL/BRAKE INSTALLATION 15425 GARMIN G3X AUTO-PILOT WITH GMC507 CONTROLLER INSTALLATION 16738 ADDING ANTI COLLISION LIGHT 1480 REPAIRS AFTER AIRCRAFT INVERTED ON FORCED LANDING 1542 CORROSION OF STEEL TUBE SECTIONS ON LOWER LONGERONS AND STERN POST 16199 INSTALLATION OF WOODCOMP SR3000/3N PROPELLER 16751 MT MTV-12-B/183-59B PROPELLER INSTALLATION 16533 UPGRADE OF MAIN UNDERCARRIAGE STRUCTURE IN ORDER TO REMOVE THE CURRENT MTOW RESTRICTION 16782 INSTALLATION OF CONTINENTAL O-200-A ENGINE WITH HERCULES PROP 7045261-S 16775 TRIO 2 AXIS AUTO PILOT SYSTEM 16777 LYCOMING O-320-A2B ENGINE INSTALLATION 16327 GARMIN ?? DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION 16774 MT MTV-12-B/183-59B PROPELLER INSTALLATION 16631 NON STANDARD LOWER LUGGAGE SPACE AS PREVIOUSLY EMBODIED IN USA

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

Latest News 8 Dec 2025 Christmas 2025 Closing Dates LAA Closing dates ove the Christmas period 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 31 Oct 2025 LAA AGM 2025 Newly elected Directors after LAA AGM 2025 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 17 Aug 2025 Advanced LAA Rally Camping Permits - Now closed. Camping permits can be bought onsite. You can still buy a camping permits on the day. Read More 15 Aug 2025 New LAA Inspector - Mark Wilkinson Introducing new LAA Inspector - Mark Wilkinson Read More 15 Aug 2025 New LAA Inspector - Tomas del Carpio Introducing new LAA Inspector - Tomas del Carpio Read More 14 Aug 2025 MTD-02-2025 issued - Mission M108 Nose Leg Failures - ISSUE 2 Mandatory Technical Directive relating to Mission M108 nose leg failures upissued Read More 7 Aug 2025 Engineering updates in July Updates from the Engineering Team in July Read More 6 Aug 2025 LAA Rally 2025 - Landing Slots now Live! LAA Rally 2025 - Landing Slots now Live! Read More 25 Jul 2025 Alert A-07-2025 - Glastar Aileron Servo-Tab Pushrod Cracking Alert A-07-2025 - Glastar Aileron Servo-Tab Pushrod Cracking published to highlight a recent issue discovered Read More 25 Jul 2025 Alert A-08-2025 - Gen 4 Jabiru 3300 Engine Crankshafts Alert A-08-2025 - Gen 4 Jabiru 3300 Engine Crankshafts - issued following a new Service Bulletin from Jabiru Aircraft Pty Ltd Read More 25 Jul 2025 MTD-03-2025 - Marquart Charger Aileron Slave Strut MTD-03-2025 - Marquart Charger Aileron Slave Strut - issued after slave strut failure Read More 24 Jul 2025 Alert 05-2024 - Rotax Oil Spray Nozzles - upissued to Issue 2 Alert 05-2024 - Inspection and/or Replacement of Oil Spray Nozzle in some Rotax 900 series engines - upissued to Issue 2 Read More 23 Jul 2025 MTD-05-2024 - Jabiru Distributor Caps - Issue 2 MTD-05-2024 - Jabiru Distributor Caps - has been upissued to Issue 2 Read More 22 Jul 2025 The online Permit Revalidation System is live for Gyroplanes! Both homebuilt and factory-built gyroplanes can apply for Permit revalidation through the online system Read More 18 Jul 2025 Rally Entrance Tickets, Airside Passes and Camping Permits on Sale!! Rally Airside and Entry Tickets and camping permits available via the LAA Shop. Read More 16 Jul 2025 New LAA Inspector - Paul Armstrong Introducing new LAA Inspector - Paul Armstrong Read More 14 Jul 2025 New LAA Inspector - Malcolm Talbot Introducing new LAA Inspector - Malcolm Talbot Read More 4 Jul 2025 Engineering updates in June Updates from the Engineering Team in June Read More 3 Jul 2025 LAA Head Office closed on Friday 4th July LAA HQ will be closed on Friday 4th July 2025 due to the Silverstone Grand Prix. All staff will be working from home, continuing to take calls and responding to emails Read More 17 Jun 2025 Gyroplanes to join the new online Permit Revalidation System Homebuilt & Factory-Built Gyroplanes to join the new online Permit Revalidation System on 22nd July 2025! Read More 12 Jun 2025 Alert A-04-2025 - Jabiru Flywheel Bolts LAA Alert published to highlight the Installation Procedure, Torque Checks and Replacement Interval for Flywheel Attachment Bolts on aircraft equipped with Jabiru 2200, 3300 and 5100 engines, and withdrawal of LAA Alert AWA/20/15 Read More 12 Jun 2025 Alert A-05-2025 - Alpi Pioneer 300 - Inspection of Undercarriage Components for Cracking and Corrosion LAA Alert published to highlight corrosion issues on Pioneer 300 & Pioneer 300 Hawk undercarriages Read More 12 Jun 2025 Alert A-06-2025 - Christen Eagle II Canopy Detachment LAA Alert published to highlight a recent Christen Eagle II Canopy detachment in flight due to damage of the canopy locking pin brackets Read More 11 Jun 2025 Radio Operators Certificate of Competence The CAA plans to introduce a renewal process for the ROCC in August 2025. Read More 11 Jun 2025 CAA Licencing Update The final legislation has not yet come into force. Read More 6 Jun 2025 Aerobatics Course bursary for LAA Members!!! Aerobatics Course bursary for LAA Members!!! Read More 6 Jun 2025 MTD-02-2025 issued - Mission M108 Nose Leg Failures A new Mandatory Technical Directive due to recent Mission M108 nose leg failures Read More 6 Jun 2025 Engineering updates in May Updates from the Engineering Team in May Read More 30 May 2025 Armstrong / Isaacs Bursary 2025 Winners of the 2025 Armstrong / Isaacs Bursary. Congratulations to Calvin, Tom and Simon Read More 6 May 2025 Engineering updates in April Updates from the Engineering Team in April Read More 11 Apr 2025 Engineering updates in February and March Updates from the Engineering Team in February and March Read More 9 Apr 2025 The New Permit Revalidation System - Step-by-Step Guide Watch our 'Online Permit Revalidation Explained' video for a step-by-step guide on how to complete the online Permit Revalidation Process Read More 31 Mar 2025 New LAA Inspector - Andrew Williams Introducing new LAA Inspector - Andrew Williams Read More 20 Mar 2025 New Permit Revalidation System Announcement Announcement of the new Permit to Fly revalidation system, coming on 15th April... Read More

< Back 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. We’re looking for exciting, imaginative poster designs that capture the spirit of the LAA, celebrate homebuilt and vintage aircraft, and highlight the future of general aviation. Whether you’re a seasoned designer or a first time creator, we’d love to see your vision! Children’s competition Alongside this, we are also running a children’s design a poster competition, to inspire our young aviators to get creative! Parental consent required for under 18s. Shortlisted entries in this category will be displayed at the Rally. Full detailes on categories and suggestions can be found here . Terms & Conditions By entering, you grant the LAA permission to reproduce your artwork for promotional use across all media including social media, website and printed. Grant LAA permission to print artwork to sell. Artists retain copyright of their work but not print or re-sell. Entrants under 18 must have parent/guardian consent. The judges’ decision is final. The LAA reserves the right to withdraw entries that do not meet the guidelines. We reserve the right to adapt the design to best meet our needs. Submission Process: How to Enter Entries with artwork file to be sent by email to: [email protected] with: Full name Age category if child entry. Contact email and/or phone Confirmation that the artwork is your own original work and that you grant the LAA permission to reproduce your artwork for promotional use. Contact For questions, contact: [email protected] LAA Office: Address. Head office. Turweston Aerodrome, Nr Brackley. Northants. NN13 5YD. Next Previous

N P P L Latest News Updates coming soon! CLICK HERE FOR PCS DETAILS FAQs Details on revalidation of ratings, renewals and more! We will continue to add more FAQs as reequired. 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 Grant of a NPPL 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 Registraion Guide CLICK HERE FOR PCS DETAILS INTERIM CAP 3181 The purpose of this CAP is a temporary measure until the main CAP will be ready for publication. This CAP sets out the requirements and syllabus for student pilots, pilots, instructors, examiners and training organisations to follow the issue of a NPPL (A). CAP3181 CLICK HERE FOR PCS DETAILS

LAA Courses 2025 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

Air to Ground Radio Operator's Course Price Member - £310, Non-Member - £330 (Additional fee of £48 to CAA for ROCC certificate) Duration Day 1: 09:15 for 09:30 PROMPT start. Finish 17:00 (approx). Day 2: 08:30 PROMPT start. Finish 16:00 < Back About the Course This course, held at Popham Airfield is hosted by Chris Thompson, an experienced 'AirGround' person, CAA examiner and LAA member. It will provide both the theoretical and practical training required to sit the examinations for the CAA Radio Operator's Certificate of Competence (ROCC) qualification required by operators of ground-based radio equipment at flying sites and events where an air-to-ground radio service is provided. The course is in two parts. Day One is made up of the core training and radio procedures practice on simulated ground-to-air communications. Day Two will consist of the CAA written and practical examinations which will allow candidates to directly apply for the CAA ROCC Certificate. Landing fees will be waivered for those attending the course and flying in. All delegates MUST have some basic knowledge of GA airfield circuit procedures and a level 6 English language proficiency * PLEASE READ THE DOCUMENT BELOW VERY CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTENDING THE COURSE. Course description 2025 .pdf Download PDF • 41KB Your Instructor Chris Thompson Dates 7 & 8 March 2026 Times Day 1: 09:15 for 09:30 PROMPT start. Finish 17:00 (approx). Day 2: 08:30 PROMPT start. Finish 16:00 Duration Two day course Venue Popham Airfield Price Member - £310, Non-Member - £330 (Additional fee of £48 to CAA for ROCC certificate) Booking Pls call the LAA on 01280 846 786 to enquire/book or email [email protected] . *Please note that payment is required when booking, to confirm your place. NO place will be held without confirmed payment* **Please note that your booking payment is non-refundable unless we can fill your place timeously or there are exceptional circumstances**

< Back Christmas 2025 Closing Dates 8 Dec 2025 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

Jabiru Engine Course Price Member - £206, Non-Member - £226 Duration Arrival 09:00. Finish 17:00. < Back About the Course It is widely accepted that a good working knowledge of an engine will help a pilot to service and maintain it to a satisfactory standard. This course is designed to give pilots sufficient knowledge to be confident that their engines are both serviceable and airworthy and; if an issue is detected, to know whether they have the ability to resolve the issue or need to seek assistance. The course will also cover the common engine weaknesses and the important Jabiru modifications. The course primarily focuses on the 4 and 6 cylinder generation 1-3 engines. The course will also benefit owners of the latest generation 4 engine, but information will be limited due to the overall hours flown to date for this type of engine. The Aim of the Course The aim of the course is to give Jabiru engine operators sufficient knowledge to maintain and operate their engines. Method A classroom slide presentation will be given , supported by a demonstration engine and parts, detailing the build of a Jabiru engine from the crankshaft up. The slide presentation will also use the knowledge gained from the virtual build and cover how to check for engine serviceability prior to flight. Course Instructor: Clive James. Clive has owned and operated a Jabiru for over 20 years and in that time has worked on many engines, including 4 and 6 cylinder engines. Clive also provides technical assistance to many Jabiru engine owners, helping them maintain their engines to an airworthy standard. Your Instructor Clive James Dates Date to be confirmed Times Arrival 09:00. Finish 17:00. Duration One day course Venue LAA HQ, Turweston Aerodrome, NN13 5YD Price Member - £206, Non-Member - £226 Booking Pls call the LAA on 01280 846 786 to enquire/book or email [email protected] . *Please note that payment is required when booking, to confirm your place. NO place will be held without confirmed payment* **Please note that your booking payment is non-refundable unless we can fill your place timeously or there are exceptional circumstances**

An Introduction to Permit Aircraft Avionics Price Member - £216, Non-Member - £236 (includes printed course material) Duration Arrival 09:00. Finish 17:00. < Back About the Course This course is an introduction to permit aircraft avionics. The course starts with explaining the LAA rules and guidance regarding avionics fit in your aircraft, discusses how to plan and install your avionics including panel design, explains how modern avionics connect with each other and the various protocols (electronic languages) that they commonly use. The course takes you through selection of your avionics including EFIS, ELTs and PLBs, Autopilots, Antennas, Transponders, Radios and Audio Panels including some of the more common options available, including redundancy options where applicabl The course also includes practical demonstration and practice in wiring the most commonly used avionics connectors, the ubiquitous D Sub connector, and provides advice on minimising interference and best practice for shielding connections. The course finishes with an introduction to avionics considerations for Permit Aircraft planning to apply for permission to fly in IMC or at night. Your Instructor Mark Castle-Smith Dates 11 January 2026 Times Arrival 09:00. Finish 17:00. Duration One day course Venue LAA HQ, Turweston Aerodrome, NN13 5YD Price Member - £216, Non-Member - £236 (includes printed course material) Booking Pls call the LAA on 01280 846 786 to enquire/book or email [email protected] . *Please note that payment is required when booking, to confirm your place. NO place will be held without confirmed payment* **Please note that your booking payment is non-refundable unless we can fill your place timeously or there are exceptional circumstances**

< Back Gyroplanes to join the new online Permit Revalidation System 17 Jun 2025 The new online Permit Revalidation system has been in place for fixed-wing aircraft on the LAA fleet since 15th April 2025 and now it is time to add Gyroplanes, both amateur-built and factory-built. Therefore, we are pleased to announce that gyroplane Owners and Inspectors will be able to use the online Permit Revalidation system from 22nd July 2025! The Permit Revalidation Process for gyroplanes will follow the same three steps as for fixed-wing aircraft, shown in the graphic below. The only differences will be small changes to the questions in line with the requirements for gyroplanes, such as asking about the rotor and rotor-head. Where do I find more information? If you are a Gyroplane Owner or Inspector, then please talk to your friends that own and inspect fixed-wing aircraft, as many of them will have been through this new process. There is lots of information to help you: Technical Leaflet 2.00 – Revalidating an Aircraft’s Permit to Fly , will be updated on 22nd July to include information regarding gyroplanes A detailed step-by-step video guide is available on the LAA’s YouTube channel, called ‘ Online Permit Revalidation Explained .’ A list of Frequently Asked Questions is available on the LAA website. Again, these will be updated on 22nd July to include Gyroplanes For more information, click HERE . Note: the 22nd July is a hard deadline, so LAA Engineering will not accept applications made under the old system from that date. Changes to Permit Revalidation Fees for Gyroplane Owners From 22nd July, Permit Revalidation Fees for gyroplanes will be based on Maximum Take Off Weight (MTOW), rather than Factory Built Gyroplanes always having a fee of £323. This is in line with the charging regime for fixed-wing aircraft. The current charges are as follows: Up to 450kg - £241 451-999kg - £292 1000kg & above - £323 Note: For FBGs - if the last Permit revalidation was not administered by the LAA, an extra fee of £155 applies Next Previous

< Back Mandatory Technical Directive issued for Supermarine Spitfire mk26 and mk26a 16 Feb 2024 It has been found that there is potential for the fin of the Supermarine Spitfire Mk26 and 26B to be misaligned during build, due to a build-up of tolerances in the fin and its attachment, possibly leading to a mis-rigging of the rudder and failure to achieve the desired range of rudder travel. This could possibly result in degraded controllability in flight and on take-off and landing. In the interests of safety MTD 01-2024 calls for mandatory checks to be made on the fin alignment and rudder range of movement. Next Previous