The Department for Transport funded EC Rebate Scheme is nearing its end, with the application window closing on 31 March 2024. The scheme aims to improve airspace safety by encouraging the adoption of EC devices that enhance situational awareness for pilots. Eligible applicants still have an opportunity to claim a…

Flight Instructor Coaches (FICs) train BGA instructors.  An FIC seminar is a requirement to gain the FIC endorsement. The FIC requirements are detailed in Laws and Rules instructor requirements. There are two FIC seminars currently available: 17th – 18th October over two evenings 7th – 8th November over two evenings…

We’re delighted to report that Dorset Gliding Club has been accredited as a BGA Junior Gliding Centre!

The BGA will be attending the National Outdoor Expo at the Birmingham NEC 23-24 March 2024! You can learn more about this event and book tickets here. Here’s the Expo website gliding information.  

The BGA fees applicable from 1 October 2023 have been published. The membership fees payable by clubs are as agreed at the previous AGM. With inflationary pressures in mind, other fees have been increased by between 4% and 5% and several fees remain unchanged.

Gliding takes place under a mix of national, retained-EU, and self regulation. All glider pilots need a good awareness of the requirements, or at least where to find them. The ‘Laws and Rules’ BGA webpage provides gliding clubs and their members with clear details and links to BGA Operational Regulations,…

The Royal Aero Club Trust invites applications to join the trust’s management committee as a volunteer Secretary and Treasurer. Contact Peter Crispin secretary(at)royalaeroclubtrust.org for details and an application form. The closing date for applications is Monday 15th January 2024.

BGA medical requirements utilise CAA medical requirements where applicable, including the CAA Pilot Medical Declaration. All pilots and in particular those who fly with a passenger or student pilot are reminded of their responsibility not to fly in the event of a decrease in their fitness with respect to an…

FES equipped gliders are relatively new and unfamiliar to other airfield users who may not appreciate the dangers of the flush seated, self deploying, fast turning and solid propeller blades on the nose of the glider. In addition to any precautions described in the aircraft flight manual, these points can…

It’s that time of year when pilots are heading to ridge, hill and mountain sites to make the most of the soaring opportunities. Visitors to these sites are encouraged to refresh themselves on the site’s rules & local safety tips. There is additional helpful guidance at ‘Managing Flying Risk -…