The CAA has reported that aeroplane and TMG pilots who use a LAPL(A) must comply with FCL.740.A by the 1st October 2026. Pilots must have transitioned their rating to a fixed 24-month validity by this date and had their licence endorsed. Failure to do so would mean the pilot would need…

BGA Inspector Initial issue / Refresher Seminar This is a requirement for new inspectors and every 5 years for existing inspectors. The all-day seminar consist of the latest rule developments/changes, changes of BGA procedures, lessons learned from previous experience, practical and compliant ways performing repairs, engineering human factors and a…

 The BWPA offers scholarships to support women in the UK of all ages and backgrounds in achieving their flying dreams, reinforcing one of its key aims, of promoting women’s training and employment within aviation. Since its founding in 1955, the BWPA has championed women in aviation, offering support, inspiration and…

Glider maintenance plays an essential role in flight safety and the longevity of our aircraft. Gliding clubs face a growing need for volunteers capable of carrying out routine and regulatory maintenance operations. Certain maintenance tasks can only be performed by individuals holding a Part66L licence. The following information is published…

Congratulations to Ollie Ramsay, the 2026 Junior National Gliding Champion! 1st place and Champion – Ollie Ramsay – LS8 – Banbury GC 2nd place – Seb Van Der Stichele – LS7 – Southdown GC 3rd place – Oscar Butlin – LS8 – London GC Ollie maintained his lead through six…

Maintenance guidance sheets for specific glider types are under development by the BGA Technical Committee. The maintenance guidance sheets have been written by experienced inspectors to help inspectors and owners to maintain the more common types of gliders.  Maintenance Manuals and BGA Data sheets have much information, but those familiar…

We’re delighted to report more new records. Congratulations, Wendy! UK FEMININE OPEN, 18M & 15M CLASS 500KM TRIANGLE SPEED RECORDS Date: 31 July 2026 Pilot: Wendy Head Glider: ASG29e (15m) G-CKRV Speed: 106.07km/h (launched from Gransden Lodge) This exceeds the existing records by more than 1km/h. Note: The previous Open…

We are delighted to announce several new records! Congratulations to Tom and to Ian!  UK 15M CLASS 300KM TRIANGLE SPEED RECORD Date: 10 July 2026 Pilot: Tom Arscott Glider: Ventus-2A G-CJEX Speed: 117.47km/h (launched from Lasham) This exceeds the existing record by more than 1km/h. Note: the previous record was…

We are delighted to report that Brian Spreckley has been awarded the FAI Lilienthal Gliding Medal, which recognises a particularly remarkable gliding performance, or eminent services to gliding. Brian Spreckley has served for many years as a National development coach, supporting elite and developing pilots across the UK. He pioneered…

We’re delighted to report another UK gliding record: UK STANDARD CLASS 600KM TRIANGLE SPEED RECORD Date: 01 August 2026 Pilot: Paul Fritche Glider: LS8-18 (15m) G-LLLL Speed: 102.30km/h (launched from Lasham) This exceeds the existing record by more than 1km/h. Note: The previous record was 96.86km/h set by Paul in…