News and Notices
FI(S) refresher seminars
Posted onThere are two FI(S) refresher seminars now available for booking: 10th and 11th July 2024 7th and 8th August 2024
Instructing - having fun and helping others
Posted onBGA and club instructor coaches work hard to support prospective instructors through their Part 1 and Part 2 instructor training. From one recently qualified instructor – ‘Thank you very much for your support and training towards my Assistant Category rating. I appreciate that a huge amount of your time and…
Gliding aerobatics competition - all welcome!
Posted onBasic Aerobatics are very accessible in gliding and are not just about loops and wing overs; it’s also about mastering the art of controlled flight and pushing the boundaries of your piloting capabilities. Training for and participating in aerobatic competitions enhances your piloting skills, improves your confidence, and connects you…
New National Gliding Champions!
Posted onAfter a week of great gliding weather at the Standard, 15m and Open Nationals hosted by Cotswold GC at Aston Down and organised by Competition Director Matt Page and team, we’re delighted to report that the 2024 champions in all three classes are: Open – Andy Davis (JS1) 15m -…
Gliding frequency reminder
Posted onWe have been advised that disrupted ATC datalink events recorded by Eurocontrol on the 15th June were possibly caused by inappropriate use of the frequency range 136.500 to 136.975. The 15th of June was a non-flying day for many clubs due to poor weather. Pilots are reminded that in addition…
Another WInG endorsed gliding club!
Posted onWe’re pleased to report that Lasham Gliding Society is now BGA WInG endorsed. You can read more about Women and Inclusivity in Gliding here.
EGU News
Posted onYou can read the latest news from the European Gliding Union here.
In Flight Equipment - guidance updated
Posted onThe BGA webpage ‘Managing Flying Risk – In Flight Equipment’ has been updated to include details about storing equipment when not in use. You can view the updated information here.
Sailplane Pilot Licence Conversion
Posted onUK regulation requires the pilot of a Part-21 sailplane (effectively all sailplanes other than certain vintage types) is required to hold an Sailplane Pilot Licence (SPL). That requirement is effectively deferred until the 30th September 2025, as detailed in the Aviation Safety (Amendment) Regulations 2023. Meanwhile, BGA and national pilot…
Introductory flight scam
Posted onIt has been reported by more than one gliding club that there are scam websites operating that sell introductory flight vouchers that purport to be genuine – but are not. If you are buying an introductory gliding flight voucher, we recommend you either go direct to the chosen gliding club’s…