Latest News

Homebuilt & Factory-Built Gyroplanes to join the new online Permit Revalidation System on 22nd July 2025!

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

LAA Alert published to highlight corrosion issues on Pioneer 300 & Pioneer 300 Hawk undercarriages

LAA Alert published to highlight a recent Christen Eagle II Canopy detachment in flight due to damage of the canopy locking pin brackets

The CAA plans to introduce a renewal process for the ROCC in August 2025.

The final legislation has not yet come into force.

Aerobatics Course bursary for LAA Members!!!

A new Mandatory Technical Directive due to recent Mission M108 nose leg failures

Updates from the Engineering Team in May

You can now buy your camping permit in advance!

Winners of the 2025 Armstrong / Isaacs Bursary. Congratulations to Calvin, Tom and Simon

Updates from the Engineering Team in April

Updates from the Engineering Team in February and March

Watch our 'Online Permit Revalidation Explained' video for a step-by-step guide on how to complete the online Permit Revalidation Process

Introducing new LAA Inspector - Andrew Williams

Announcement of the new Permit to Fly revalidation system, coming on 15th April...

LAA Alert published to highlight a Jabiru Service Bulletin requiring replacement of the pistons of certain ‘Gen 4’ Jabiru engine types 2200 and 3300

LAA Alert published to highlight a recent Service Bulletin published by Rotax regarding the inspection and/or replacement of the crankcase and/or gearbox housing on affected engines.

A brief introduction to the new Permit Revalidation System, which will be introduced in April

FAA releases AD for mandatory changes of certain rudder posts

Updates from the Engineering Team in January

An exciting opportunity to join the team at LAA HQ as an Airworthiness Coordinator

New Mandatory Technical Directive published regarding 'Inspection of horizontal stabiliser (tailplane) attachment brackets and associated
hardware for cracks, looseness and other forms of distress'

Updates from the Engineering Team in December

Steve Jones’ replica DH71 Tiger Moth Racer made a highly successful maiden flight on 26th November, piloted by Steve himself.

Alert to highlight issues with a blocked oil spray nozzle in some Rotax 900 series engines

Alert to highlight recent issues with loose engine mount bolts on Rotax 900 series engines

Immediate mandatory inspection of the trim cable system on all Eurfoxes & replacement by 1st June 2025 if old-style clevises are fitted

Updates from the Engineering Team in October and November

The LAA is very pleased to announce that Lucy Wootton has been appointed as the new Head of Continuing Airworthiness and Inspection