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LAA Courses 2026

An Introduction to Aircraft Flying Qualities

This course describes how the design (and construction) of a fixed wing light aircraft may positively or negatively impact flying qualities using a fully immersive Virtual Reality + Motion simulator.

Acquiring, Owning and Operating a Europa

This is a seminar aimed at recent, current or prospective Europa owners - and will cover the key features, details and advantages of acquiring, owning and operating this, the second most numerous LAA aircraft type.

Jabiru Engine Course

This course aims to give pilots sufficient knowledge to be confident that their engines are serviceable, inc. detailing common weaknesses & the important Jabiru modifications, primarily focusing on the 4 & 6 cylinder generation 1-3 engines.

An Introduction to Permit Aircraft Avionics

The course starts with explaining the LAA rules and guidance regarding avionics fit, discusses how to plan and install your avionics (inc. panel design) and explains how modern avionics connect with each other.

Aircraft Fabric Covering Course

This is a hands-on course so you will be working with the tools and materials required for aircraft covering and learning all the required skills in a fun, interesting and popular workshop.

Caring for your Gipsy Major - Basic Course

The course will explain the ins and outs of these deHavilland vintage aircraft engines and how to solve those starting difficulties, with comprehensive course notes to take away.

Permit Aircraft Electrics - Advanced Course

The premise of this course is that it will help the owner/builder create the system design and circuit diagram, including covering electrical theory, failure modes, reliability issues and planning an installation.

Young Trumpeter

Permit Aircraft Electrics - Basic Course

An introductory course on electrical wiring, featuring minimal electrical theory, instead concentrating on the installation practices with practical wiring experience and fault finding.

Modern Dance

Aircraft Carpentry Workshop - Basic Course

A perfect course for the would-be aircraft builder, who may be nervous about cutting the first piece of spruce, or anyone contemplating repairing a classic wooden aircraft.

Arts and Crafts

Air to Ground Radio Operator's Course

A course to achieve your Radio Operator's Certificate of Competence (ROCC) in order to operate a Ground Radio Station running AGCS (Air-Ground-Communication-Service). This is not to be confused with a FRTOL.

Baking Cream

Rotax Fuel Injected 912 iS / 915 iS Installation & Operation

A course providing information and advice on installation and operational procedures for Rotax Fuel Injected 912iS/915iS aero engines. This course is run by a Rotax iRMT certified engineer.

Cutting Clay

Rotax Carburetted 912/914 Installation & Operation

The course covers everything those who own/operate a carburetted Rotax 912 (UL, ULS and 914 turbocharged) engine need to know about getting the best out of these very popular engines!

Light Aircraft Association Ltd, Turweston Aerodrome, Nr Brackley, Northamptonshire, NN13 5YD

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