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 16/12/25) 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 16812 PROPELLER CHANGE TO WOODCOMP SR3000/3N 1720 CZAW SPORTCRUISER 16801 PROPELLER CHANGE TO STERNA HV4-YM-B TITAN T-51 MUSTANG 16813 PROP CHANGE TO WHIRLWIND GA200L-72 VANS RV-9A 16623 LIESE EXHAUST SILENCERS INSTALLATION VANS RV-6 16808 ENGINE CHANGE TO ROTAX 912S AND PROP CHANGE TO ECOPROP 170R110/3 ZENAIR CH 601HD 16734 REPLACEMENT OF OBTURATOR RINGS ON CLERGET ENGINE PISTONS REPLICA SOPWITH CAMEL F.1 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 13115 3 LEVER QUADRANT VANS RV-6A 15579 COMPOSITE LEAF PITCH TRIM SPRING INSTALLATION COZY 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 16814 GARMIN AUTO PILOT TL2000UK STING CARBON S4 16815 PROPELLER CHANGE TO WOODCOMP SR3000/3N TL 2000UK STING CARBON 14231 GARMIN G3X DUAL AXIS AUTO-PILOT INSTALLATION BRISTELL NG5 SPEED WING Engineer B Applications under review 1551 LEFT FUSELAGE SKIN DEFORMATION VANS RV-8 15907 ENGINE CHANGE TO HONDA 3.5L J35A4 MINI MERLIN TITAN T-51 MUSTANG 16727 INCREASE OF MTOW CORBY CJ-1 STARLET 16741 REAR SPAR WING ATTACHMENT TAYLOR JT.1 MONOPLANE Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 1484 DAMAGE TO AIRFRAME LUSCOMBE 8A 1456 REPAIR TO FIREWALL FRAME PIONEER 300 HAWK 1568 Reduced Flap / Top skin overlap VANS RV-6 16744 AV18 LARGER FUEL TANK CRICKET MK6 1570 PORT TAILPLANE REAR SPAR CRACKED DHC-1 CHIPMUNK 22 1567 REPAIR FOLLOWING TIPPING ONTO NOSE MW6-1-1 1574 AILERON INTERCONNECT STRUTS RE MTD-03-2025 MARQUART MA5 CHARGER 1571 HARD LANDING REPAIR ZENAIR CH 701SP 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 1572 LOWER LONGERON/UNDERCARRIAGE ATTACHMENT PRIMARY STRUCTURE CRACKS DR 107 ONE DESIGN 1507 STBD AFT MAIN LANDING GEAR LUG DAMAGE CASA 1-131E SERIES 2000 16803 CHANGE OF FUEL METERING SYSTEM AERONCA 100 1562 LONGERON EDGE DISTANCE AT F610 BULKHEAD VANS RV-6A 16802 EXTENDED RANGE LEADING EDGE FUEL TANKS VANS RV-7 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 1569 REPAIR/REBUILD LOWER LEFT WING RENEGADE SPIRIT UK 16731 ELEVATOR RAY ALLEN TRIM JODEL D119 15356 PSA 110 DIESEL INSTALLATION JODEL DR1051-M1 Engineer C Applications under review 16480 MTWA INCREASE AEROPRAKT A22 FOXBAT 12539 INSTRUMENT PANEL ACCESS VANS RV-8 Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 15936 CLEVELAND WHEEL/BRAKE INSTALLATION BUCKER BU133C 14477 DUAL P-MAGS INSTALLATION VANS RV-7A 16738 ADDING ANTI COLLISION LIGHT AEROTECHNIK EV-97 EUROSTAR 1480 REPAIRS AFTER AIRCRAFT INVERTED ON FORCED LANDING NIPPER T.66 RA45 SERIES 3 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 14550 IGNITION HARNESS REPLACEMENT REPLICA FOKKER DR1 15869 ELECTRONIC AUXILIARY FUEL TRANSFER SYSTEM SLING 4 TSI 16669 WOODCOMP SR3000/3A PROPLLER INSTALLATION EUROPA XS 16631 NON STANDARD LOWER LUGGAGE SPACE AS PREVIOUSLY EMBODIED IN USA LUSCOMBE 8E 16730 ROTAX 912-ULS ENGINE INSTALLATION WITH WOODCOMP SR3000/3N PROPELLER BRISTELL NG5 SPEED WING 15425 GARMIN G3X AUTO-PILOT WITH GMC507 CONTROLLER INSTALLATION VANS RV-7 13116 FT-60 FUEL TRANSDUCER VANS RV-7 16746 REPLACEMENT OF M7 WHEEL BEARING RETAINING SCREWS STAMPE SV4C(G) Engineer D Applications under review Applications awaiting review (top of list is next to be reviewed) 1573 MINOR WING REPAIRS AUSTER 5J4 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 16095 INCREASE IN MAXIMUM ALLOWED MASS QUICKIE TRI-Q 200 Engineer C Applications under review 16480 MTWA INCREASE 12539 INSTRUMENT PANEL ACCESS New applications awaiting review Returning applications awaiting review 15936 CLEVELAND WHEEL/BRAKE INSTALLATION 14477 DUAL P-MAGS 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 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 14550 IGNITION HARNESS REPLACEMENT 15869 ELECTRONIC AUXILIARY FUEL TRANSFER SYSTEM 16669 WOODCOMP SR3000/3A PROPLLER INSTALLATION 16631 NON STANDARD LOWER LUGGAGE SPACE AS PREVIOUSLY EMBODIED IN USA 16730 ROTAX 912-ULS ENGINE INSTALLATION WITH WOODCOMP SR3000/3N PROPELLER 15425 GARMIN G3X AUTO-PILOT WITH GMC507 CONTROLLER INSTALLATION 13116 FT-60 FUEL TRANSDUCER 16746 REPLACEMENT OF M7 WHEEL BEARING RETAINING SCREWS 15936 CLEVELAND WHEEL/BRAKE 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 14550 IGNITION HARNESS REPLACEMENT 16669 WOODCOMP SR3000/3A PROPLLER INSTALLATION 16631 NON STANDARD LOWER LUGGAGE SPACE AS PREVIOUSLY EMBODIED IN USA 16730 ROTAX 912-ULS ENGINE INSTALLATION WITH WOODCOMP SR3000/3N PROPELLER 16746 REPLACEMENT OF M7 WHEEL BEARING RETAINING SCREWS

< Back MTD-06-2025 published - Europa Tailplane Torque Tube Mod Failure 16 Dec 2025 Ref: LAA Mandatory Technical Directive MTD-06-2025 – Europa Tailplane Torque Tube Clamp Mod 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. These clamps are intended to prevent relative movement between the tailplane torque tube, the tailplane drive plates and the central drive horn, on which the mass balance arm is mounted. Failure of these clamps could allow free play to develop, potentially leading to taper pin hole damage, tailplane flutter, or jamming of the pitch control mechanism. An inspection must be carried out within the next 5 flying hours to determine whether MOD 10623 is fitted. If MOD 10623 clamps are fitted, making use of a light source and mirror as necessary, inspect the alloy clamp blocks for any signs of cracking (in particular along the sharp corner between the bolt flanges and main body), for any signs of looseness or relative movement between the parts and for any other abnormalities. If any of these are detected, the aircraft must not be flown and LAA Engineering must be contacted. This must be repeated at intervals not exceeding 25 flight-hours or the next Permit revalidation inspection, whichever occurs first, for as long as MOD 10623 remains fitted. Please refer to the below Mandatory Technical Directive for full details, compliance times, and certification requirements. This MTD can be found HERE and is also available below. MTD-06-2025 - Europa Tailplane Torque Tube Mod Failure .pdf Download PDF • 259KB Next Previous

Latest News 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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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

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

< Back LAA System Update - 9 Oct 9 Oct 2024 9th October 2024 We are now up and running! Many apologies, once again, for the inconvenience caused and thank you for your patience. You may notice a few changes which are aimed to make the system more user friendly. Regards LAA Team 8 Oct 12:30 Due to an unexpected problem, our system is still in maintenance mode whilst they work on it. We apologies for the inconvenience this is causing and as soon as we are back on line, we will send an email out to members to advise them the site is live. 7 Oct - 15:35 Unfortunately it’s taking a lot longer than expected to update our systems and we are still in maintenance mode. Hopefully we should be ready to go live later on this afternoon. 4 Oct We will be upgrading our software which runs our membership and engineering databases on Monday 7th October. This will mean that our system will be put into maintenance mode at about 7.30 am and should come online again around midday. It will have an impact on accessing the membership renewal area, LAA online shop and your aircraft details. We apologies in advance for the inconvenience. Next Previous

< Back LAA 'Grass Roots Fly-In' returns 23 Apr 2023 The LAA is returning to the green grass of Popham Aerodrome in Hampshire for a repeat of its “Grass Roots Fly In” from 18th to 20th August 2023. The Fly-In will again on one hand take the Associate back to its traditional roots, while continuing to offer the first chance to see some of the latest aircraft and products in the recreational aviation market. What was particularly notable about the 2022 Popham event was its sociality. LAA members and exhibitors alike commented on its relaxed and friendly atmosphere, with post-event comments such as “It’s a great reunion as well as a fly-in–cum trade show” and “super friendly, the event always had a good vibe”. A joint venture with Popham Aerodrome, the LAA Grass Roots Fly In will develop its strengths as a social event bringing flyers from around the UK and Europe to meet fellow enthusiasts. The grass runways at Popham and the airfield’s famed rural ambience will mean that the event will focus on the fly-in and social element as much as on a large exhibition campus. The earlier mid-August date will also mean longer evenings, allowing more scope for flyers from further afield and hopefully, milder conditions for those who choose to ‘camp under the wing’. Said LAA CEO designate Simon Tilling: “The LAA Grass Roots Fly In was a great success last year, with over 3,000 visitors, more than 30 exhibitors and a total of 350 visiting aircraft through the weekend. It is a different event to the past, larger scale LAA Rallies and we’re working on plans for the continuation of a larger scale LAA event in the future. For this year, we’re looking forward to another great, social and fun, LAA fly in”. Next Previous

< Back New LAA Inspector - Clive Sutton 28 Mar 2024 The LAA is pleased to welcome Clive Sutton as a new LAA Inspector. Clive came to an Assessment Day at LAA HQ at the start of March. Clive is ex-RAF, a Chartered Engineer and a BMAA Inspector. He prefers composite & metal airframes and Rotax 4-stroke engines (especially the Europa type). He has little experience with 2-strokes of Continentals/Lycomings or wood and fabric aircraft. He is ready to travel a maximum of an hour; Wellesbourne, Bidford and Coventry are within easy reach for him. Next Previous

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< Back LAA appoints new CEO 22 Feb 2023 “This is my dream role and I can’t wait to get started!” Simon Tilling has been appointed as the new CEO of the Light Aircraft Association. He will start in his new role in mid-April. Simon brings to the Association a wealth of leadership, general management and customer service experience gained in the technology sector including ‘blue chip’ brands such as Dell and Sony, together with a passion for sport and recreational aviation. Simon is an experienced pilot who has owned various LAA types, including one of the UK’s oldest Taylorcraft Auster aircraft. He’s also a former British Air Racing champion and was from 2020 to 2022 the chairman of the Royal Aero Club ‘3Rs’ committee for races, records and rallies, during which time he regenerated the appeal of air racing to new participants. Eryl Smith, Chairman of the LAA said “I am delighted to announce Simon’s appointment as CEO of the LAA and look forward to working with him to further improve the performance and standing of the Association on behalf of our members.” Next Previous

< Back MTD-03-2025 - Marquart Charger Aileron Slave Strut 25 Jul 2025 LAA MTD-03-2025 - Marquart Charger Aileron Slave Strut The starboard aileron slave strut on Marquart Charger G-BHBT failed at the AN490 threaded fitting welded into the bottom end. A large proportion of the cross-section was cracked due to fatigue prior to final failure. The root cause of the fatigue cracking was probably flutter. Due to the difficulty of reliably inspecting for fatigue cracking at the base of threads, it has been decided to withdraw this strut design from the UK fleet. MTD-03-2025 can be found HERE and is found below. MTD-03-2025 - Marquart Charger Aileron Slave Strut .pdf Download PDF • 194KB Next Previous

< Back New LAA Alert for all Rotax 900 series engines 13 Dec 2024 The LAA has issued Alert A-04-2024 – Highlighting loose and broken engine mounting bolts on Rotax 900 series engines A recurring problem with Rotax 912/914 engines, equally applicable to the newer 915 and 916 models, is of the four M10 bolts that attach the engine’s crankcase to the engine mounting frame becoming loose in service. Most manufacturers call for the bolts to be wire-locked in place. However, in the case of the Rotax engine mounting bolts, it seems that the bolts are coming loose not because the bolts are undoing and backing off on their threads, but because of the joint faces become imprinted over time through creep, corrosion or fretting, allowing the tension in the bolt to be lost and the joint to become loose. These problems in the field are a reminder that where it’s critical that a bolt be torqued up, this should be checked at intervals (at least annually, we’d suggest) by undoing the locking and re-torquing them, before replacing the locking wire. Be sure this check is included in your aircraft’s maintenance schedule. DO NOT RELY ON A BOLT BEING WIRE LOCKED TO BE SATISFIED THAT THESE CRITICAL BOLTS ARE STILL TIGHT. A-04-2024 - Loose Rotax Engines .pdf Download PDF • 207KB Next Previous