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Eurofox rudder pedal torque tube inspection
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The CAA has published MPD 2026-002R1-E: Ascent Industries Ltd (T/A EuroFOX Aviation) Eurofox aircraft, all models: Rudder Control System – Rudder Pedal/Rudder Pedal Torque Tube – Inspection. The MPD can be viewed here.
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Pilot Medical Declaration consultation
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The CAA has published a consultation on proposed changes to the PMD, which closes on 9th March. The consultation proposals helpfully reinforce ongoing use of the PMD within gliding. The BGA intends to publish some guidance in the coming days to assist glider pilots with responses to the consultation.
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BGA competition rules v3 for 2026 with additional information
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The BGA Competition Rules v3 for 2026 with additional information have been published. You can view and download the information here.
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Safe Shared Airspace - Cranfield
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Following helpful engagement with the National Flying Laboratory Centre at Cranfield, the BGA is passing on information to glider pilots via a self-briefing document ‘Safe Shared Airspace – Cranfield’. Pilots who fly in the vicinity of Cranfield are encouraged to view the self-briefing here.
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Making good use of bad weather
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Oxford Gliding Club reports that over the last three weekends they have covered an impressive amount of ground training, including: SPL Long Theory Briefings: Winch Launching, Stalling & Spinning, Circuit, Approach and Landing, and Principles of Flight. SPL Ground Exercises: Daily Inspections (DI), Rigging, Placard Limitations & V-speeds, and Flight Documentation….
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