As reported by UK Border Force, which has asked us to share the information, Project Pegasus is a joint law enforcement operation tackling aviation border crime around the UK. Border crime causes immense harm to the UK, whether it is the smuggling of people, drugs or firearms, or terrorism related….

Partial power loss in powered aircraft including tugs and motor gliders can result in decision-making challenges that have resulted in loss of control accidents. The CAA has published Stay in control – partial power loss. All powered aircraft pilots are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the guidance and discuss partial…

The SFCL Flight Examiner Handbook has been updated. The handbook is the guide to carrying out compliant skill tests and assessments of competence. All Flight Examiner (Sailplanes) are encouraged to make themselves familiar with the relevant content ahead of carrying out a test or assessment. The updated Flight Examiner Handbook…

Many congratulations to Tim Scott, from Booker GC, who took Silver medal in the 15m class at the European Gliding Championships at Ostrów Wielkopolski Michałków, Poland! You can view the full results here.  

We are very sad to report that David Roberts OBE has passed away following a short illness. For many years, David, a long term member of the Cotswold GC, served the interests of gliding and wider air sport very effectively in several leadership roles, including BGA chair and latterly BGA…

Doncaster airport’s sponsor, the City of Doncaster Council, is proposing to re-establish controlled airspace around Doncaster airport in anticipation of commercial air transport movements once the airfield is re-opened. The consultation will run for 9 weeks from Monday 3 August – Sunday 4 October 2026. From the 3rd of August,…

The FAAOA Aviation Scholarship Trust (AST) awards gliding scholarships to young people between ages 16 and 23 who, on application, demonstrate an interest in pursuing a flying career in the Fleet Air Arm of the Royal Navy or the Royal Air Force. Gliding scholarships are offered for beginners’ courses that…

Just a reminder that contact with BGA / BGA staff should be made via email or phone call. Staff are unable to communicate on BGA business via WhatsApp or social media channels. You can contact the BGA office via office@gliding.co.uk or 0116 289 2956.

Aircraft owners, who are responsible for the maintenance management of their aircraft, are encouraged to ensure when requesting certified maintenance and/or ARC renewal that the person they have approached is suitably qualified. BGA inspectors are annually provided with an updated BGA maintenance authorisation approval that details their privileges.  

The 24th FAI European Gliding Championships will be held in Ostrów Wielkopolski, Poland, 11-25 July covering Club, Standard, and 15-metre classes. Good luck to all the competitors, and in particular the British Gliding Team! You can view the details including results here.