The CAA has recently highlighted that aircraft owners are responsible for correct registration markings including following maintenance or repainting. Aircraft markings and placards should be checked during the physical survey for the Airworthiness Review Certificate (ARC) or National Airworthiness Review Certificate (NARC) recommendation, as required during the ARC/NARC Renewal process,…

The CAA has published a new safety sense leaflet on the topic of carbon monoxide safety. You can view the leaflet here.

We’re delighted to report that the BGA’s Instagram presence has been relaunched with the fantastic support of a volunteer team of glider pilot contributors! If you would like to get involved by contributing fun gliding content, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our Instagram team via the BGA…

As previously reported and by way of a reminder, the BGA recognises that sport can and does have a very powerful and positive influence on young people. Not only can it provide opportunities for enjoyment and achievement; it can also develop valuable qualities such as self-esteem, leadership and teamwork. These…

We are sad to report that Terry Slater has passed away following a long illness. Terry was a former Chair of the Instructing and Examining Committee as well as a Senior Regional Examiner, which he somehow fitted in around running his own successful company. Terry was part of the small…

As previously reported, from 30th September 2025 it will be mandatory to hold a Part SFCL Sailplane Pilot Licence to fly a Part 21 sailplane (other than as a student pilot). The process of converting BGA qualifications to an SPL is well-proven and straightforward. Due to the expected volume of…

The CAA has reminded the GA community that two CS-STAN (Standard Change) are already available which enable suitable aircraft to utilise unleaded aviation gasoline. CS-SC202c and CS-SC203c can be used in conjunction with approvals from both airframe and engine manufacturers to utilise certain unleaded fuels and update manuals and placards…

The latest BGA technical news sheet (TNS 1-2024) has been sent to BGA inspectors. The information will also be of interest to owners who carry out pilot-owner maintenance. TNS 1-2024 can be viewed here.

As previously reported, the BGA has been running a ‘Go Gliding’ programme of events to inspire young people, especially women and other under-represented groups, to consider aviation and STEM related careers.  Working with schools, youth groups, colleges, and other STEM-linked organisations, our ‘Go Gliding’ programme uses gliding – the most…

It’s that time of year when glider pilots are heading to ridge and wave sites for some autumn fun. There’s helpful guidance here aimed at pilots and clubs, including: Hill, ridge and mountain soaring Maintaining safe airspace Collision avoidance