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The following Airworthiness Directives (ADs) have been published or updated by EASA: AD 2026-0197 – SCHEMPP HIRTH FLUGZEUGBAU: Electrical Power – Charge Controller – Modification https://ad.easa.europa.eu/ad/2026-0197 As expected, EASA have issued two new ADs of the Perkoz airbrake torsion rod shaft that now have a terminating action: AD 2026-0086 -…
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Brian Spreckley presented with the Lilienthal Gliding Medal
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We are delighted that Brian Spreckley recently received much deserved recognition by the FAI with the presentation of the Lilienthal Gliding Medal for his services to gliding through competition, instruction and governance, and his significant input into the development of the Sailplane Grand Prix. ‘The Lilienthal Gliding Medal is the…
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Training Standards Manager opportunity
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Are you passionate about raising standards in gliding instruction and developing the next generation of instructors? The British Gliding Association is seeking a Training Standards Manager to lead the development and delivery of instructor training standards, courses, and resources across the UK. This influential role combines training leadership, stakeholder engagement,…
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Competition use of the 'Daventry Box'
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The Daventry Box use during competitions is described in an Airspace Co-ordination Notice (ACN) and briefed during competitions. The content of the ACN will be updated by NATS ahead of the 2027 competition season to reduce the risk of misunderstanding with respect to notification times.
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Following agreement between local gliding clubs, the BGA and NATS with respect to the AMPIT triangle letter of agreement (LoA), NATS is removing the related procedures following which the AMPIT Triangle LoA will no longer exist.
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