FITA #YouHaveControl – The Light Aircraft Association (LAA) is the principal representative body for amateur-built and vintage light aircraft in the UK. Their history dates back to 1946, originally as the Ultralight Aircraft Association and more latterly the Popular Flying Association. FITA went to the LAA 2013 rally at Sywell aerodrome, UK. We were hosted…
Read MoreFITA #YouHaveControl – The history of British #Aviation manufacturing has been declining steadily over the past 30 years. The tragedy is that the UK, once had a great heritage and lineage in General Aviation (GA). What will inspire that change to re-engage with the wider world and showcase what “Made in Britain” really means. Swift…
Read MoreFreedom in the Air (FITA) was invited to meet with Ray Elgy, Head of Licensing and Training Standards at the UK Civil Aviation Authority – The CAA (http://www.caa.co.uk) The CAA has recently published details of changes to the ground-based written exams taken by students training for a Private Pilot’s Licence – the (PPL). Under the…
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