Light Aircraft Association

Some timely advice from Eurocontrol. After several days of low pressure, it is expected that barometric pressure will increase to a record 1050 hPa this weekend. This could particularly have implications for pilots flying below controlled airspace as recorded altitudes may be lower than actual. Chec...

The launch of two CAA consultation documents (search online for CAP1823 and CAP1839) propose expanding the types of aircraft allowed to be used for initial paid private pilot training. If the proposals were to be enacted, it would allow certain Permit to Fly aeroplanes and amateur-built microlights ...

The Light Aircraft Association starts the new year with a record fleet size of 2,827 aircraft on valid Permits to Fly overseen by the Association. The year 2019 saw 2,750 permits renewed, 50 more than the previous year, and 93 newly permitted aircraft took to the skies for the first time. There was ...

We had to take the Forum offline for a week or so, as we identified that the old system's software did not meet our security requirements and it could have potentially made us vulnerable to hacking. The forum may look the same, but its now running on a new, more secure, platform. Our software contra...

We've just circulated an e-mail to all registered members with an information paper on the proposed LAA/BMAA merger which is being sent ahead of next month’s AGM. This paper will accompany a motion on the merger, which will be presented on 20th October at the AGM at Sywell Aerodrome. It will also be...

The recent AAIB finding on the tragic accident to the aircraft carrying Emilano Sala and pilot David Ibbotson, that high levels of Carbon Monoxide were found in the footballers body, is a timely reminder that piston engine aircraft produce high concentrations of CO. These are normally conveyed away ...

A FRED's wings fold readily, but you really need an hour of faffing (and a robust checklist) to remove and replace the tailplane and rudder if you are wanting to tow the aircraft to and from home. Also bear in mind that FRED's simple wheel bearings don't last too long if you're towing for any distan...

The AGM of the Light Aircraft Association (LAA) will be held in the Hangar 2 Conference Room at Sywell Aerodrome, Northampton on Sunday October 20, 2019. The AGM commences at 14:00, part of a full day of activities for LAA members, which will include an LAA Award presentation, guest speaker and a Me...

Thanks Mike You beat me to it. For those that haven't seen the press statement, it's here: Discussions on closer cooperation between the British Microlight Aircraft Association (BMAA) and the Light Aircraft Association (LAA). The Chairmen of the LAA and BMAA have initiated informal discussions to ex...

Very sad to hear. A true flying legend. Deepest condolences to his family and friends.

Steve

A quick note to say complements of the season and thanks for all your support this past year!. See you, I hope, at a fly in somewhere around the UK next flying season. Happy landings!! Steve. https://scontent.flhr4-2.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/48416861_10156045828161274_5116032573318889472_n.jpg?_nc_cat...

Also check out the LAA Facebook page. We've been sharing Chris and his team's posting there.....

Hi all, You'll see below the official LAA statement regarding the votes at the 2018 AGM. While there have been some well expressed opinions on both sides of this argument, I think its time we now moved on. I've therefore asked that our moderator closes this thread. Thanks for all your contributions ...

Due to an unprecedented interest, we have moved to a larger venue at Sywell for the LAA AGM. It will now take place on Sunday 21st October 2018 at Sywell Aerodrome in Hangar 2 which can be accessed via the Club Room (off the Bar Lounge). You will need to pre-register before attending the AGM. You ca...

Steve......... Thank you for information re. Bill Woodhams Trophy. I was unaware of the W.G. Armstrong Whitworth connection. Obviously one of the real pioneers of the PFA...... A sad loss. Shame the Trophy is the subject of such controversy. Would be interesting to see a list of previous recipients...