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The Civil Aviation Authority has published new guidance covering the organisation of a number of flying events. CAP1988, titled Safety Guidance for Air Rallies, Fly-ins, Air Races/Contests and Charity Events, updates previous CAA advice. Read more: flyer.co.uk/caa-issues-new…

The Spitfire Type 433 is based on a WWII plan to make Spitfire fuselages from a composite material known as Gordon Aerolite. The full-scale concept will go on a tour of the UK this summer. Read more: flyer.co.uk/feature/brits-…

When WACO Aircraft added floats to their new-build classic it just added fun in spades, or should that be buckets? Read the full story: flyer.co.uk/feature/waco-a…

Footage from when Ian and Ed took a quick flight shortly after the Club Skivestream a couple of weeks ago - when the weather was nice! ✈️☀️

Having the correct medical certificate is absolutely imperative when you become a pilot 🛩️🩺 Not sure which one you need? Swipe for a breakdown of the three most common certifications for private flying in the UK ➡️ Read a more detailed breakdown: flyer.co.uk/feature/learn-…

As part of Learn to Fly Month, we spoke with sponsors British Airways about their Speedbird Pilot Academy. Watch the full video on YouTube: youtu.be/1oOYxjb3_YE British Airways will be at Pilot Careers Live Heathrow, 18th April 2026 - pilotcareernews.com/live/heathrow-…

Learning to fly and gaining your Private Pilot’s Licence (PPL) is hard and doesn’t get easier with age. But the chance came for Tim Clarke at 67… here’s how it went Read the full story: flyer.co.uk/feature/learn-…

April is FLYER's Learn to Fly Month, supported by British Airways. First thing's first... how much does it *actually* cost to learn to fly? Swipe to find out 🤑 Read the full article, including how to cut down your training costs here 👉 flyer.co.uk/feature/learn-…

While the CAA hasn't yet introduced a formal mandate, the policy framework described makes clear that ADS-B is expected to become the common electronic visibility standard across UK airspace. The UK currently has a mixed EC environment. Read more flyer.co.uk/mandatory-ads-…

In a statement issued to students and members on 18 February seen by FLYER, Airfield Manager Mike Rowland said the Office, Clubhouse and Café will also shut until further notice. Read the full story: flyer.co.uk/andrewsfield-s…

In a statement released this afternoon, the Council said its Board had taken the decision to close the organisation in an orderly manner following a review of its financial position and long-term prospects. Read the full story: flyer.co.uk/gasco-to-wind-…

Pilots flying in to AERO Friedrichshafen 2026 can pre-register for arrival and departure slots from 12 February. FLYER Club members get 50% off the price of a day ticket, whether or not they are flying or arriving by other means. Read the full story: flyer.co.uk/feature/aero-f…

Aeros Maintenance has launched a fully funded B1.2 Engineer Training Pathway, opening access to aircraft engineering careers 🛠️ Participants will work on a variety of aircraft, gaining real-world exposure to progress toward B1.2 licence eligibility. flyer.co.uk/aeros-launches…

It's FLYER Show day🙌 Tonight, we discuss if revalidation refresher flights will turn into a test, are Microlights OK for CPL training, why it's dark clouds ahead for instructors using a Pilot Medical Declaration and more. Watch at 7:30pm on YouTube: youtu.be/3bQfjZQuyFw

2026... the year you learn to fly?🌟 With more aviation organisations opening applications for their 2026 scholarships, it could be! Find out more about what is available, so far, on FLYER: flyer.co.uk/tag/scholarshi…

The FLYER Show, 7:30pm tonight on YouTube 🎇 This week, what's going on at Compton Abbas?. Don't miss your SkyDemon tip of the week, the weekend weather, the launch of Pooleys Dawn to Dusk Competition, updates on Colin Hales and LAA and more. 🎬 youtu.be/R-WaCsBht7Y

Read the full story: flyer.co.uk/feature/save-p…

Daher unveils TBM 980 with Garmin G3000 PRIME avionics and Starlink. The French manufacturer has launched the latest version of its TBM single-engine turboprop, equipped with the Garmin G3000 PRIME flightdeck - and Starlink internet access. Read more: bit.ly/4pS1NGl

Fly-ins at airfields are the life-blood of light aviation, many would feel, but are they always well organised and safe? The CAA has started a consultation on safety guidance it intends to publish in April 2026. flyer.co.uk/caa-launches-c…

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