Airworthiness

The BMAA is approved by the Civil Aviation Authority to review aircraft designs and approve them as compliant. The BMAA Technical Office is able to do this for a considerably lower fee than the Civil Aviation Authority and so both members and manufacturers benefit. Lower costs help to keep microlight flying affordable.

On-going airworthiness of two seat microlight aircraft is another responsibility of the BMAA. The Chief Inspector coordinates the activity of volunteer inspectors to help members keep their aircraft airworthy and runs courses to help improve members' understanding and knowledge.

Flight Safety

Flight Safety is of primary importance. The aircraft themselves are now inherently safe due to compliance with airworthiness standards. The usual cause of an accident is an error made by the pilot, or just simple bad luck. The BMAA Safety Officer  promotes safe flying techniques and works with the Training Committee to continuously improve training standards and pilots' safety awareness.

Publications and media

Every month a full colour magazine is sent to all members. The magazine has news items, reports on flights and aircraft, reports on events and contributions from the staff as well as a report on the activity of the BMAA governing Council. Microlight Flying magazine is a great way to keep in touch and find out what is going on. Click here to read a copy of our magazine.

The BMAA also publishes a monthly eNewsLetter. The eNews is sent free to any subscribers and contains further information with the benefit of being able to link to outside information sources, films and images. We also have Twitter and Facebook to keep a daily update on trending ideas.

Events and Competitions

The BMAA hosts several Events throughout the year.  A special Rally for single seat microlights started in 2014 and is growing in popularity each year.

The BMAA has a National Open series held each year across the country. Pilots fly tasks based upon precision navigation, fuel economy and accuracy. These events are a great way to develop your flying skills and meet like minded pilots who also enjoy the social scene of competitions.