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The Curious Case of the Unmanned Take-offs
Discover how two microlights took off without pilots—and what these rare incidents reveal about vigilance in aviation.
Apr 3
Microlight statistics 2024
The BMAA have released the latest microlight licencing statistics. In this article we look at the NPPL licencing trends.
Jan 22
Braving the Winds of Storm Isha: A Cirrus SR20's Gritty Landing at Birmingham
Yesterday, a video surfaced showing a Cirrus SR20 grappling with the storm's fierce winds while attempting to land at Birmingham Airport.
Mar 18, 2023
Overcoming Nerves: A Student Pilot's Journey
Calling all nervous student pilots! Join me on my journey as I seek advice to conquer my fears in the cockpit. Let's fly with confidence!
Feb 17, 2023
Microlight statistics 2023
Discover the latest microlight licence application stats and get tips on acing your theoretical exams in our latest post. Read more now!
Feb 8, 2023
Avoiding Accidents in Light Aircraft: A Guide to Safety
We discuss the leading causes of accidents and how the application of Threat and Error Management can minimise the risks.
Jan 10, 2023
Threat and Error Management for light aircraft pilots
In this article we discuss the principles of Threat and Error Management and how they can be applied to light aircraft operations.
May 14, 2022
This is 600kg
In this article we take a look at one of the first Light Sport Microlights in the UK - the TL-3000 Sirius.
May 14, 2022
VFR over-the-top
Flying VFR above an overcast is legal in the UK. In this article we discuss the pitfalls of flying VFR-on-top and what a pilot must know.
May 13, 2022
The impossible turn
Why should a pilot never turn back following an engine failure after take-off? In this article we look the potential outcomes.
Mar 17, 2022
Would you go flying?
How do you make a weather decision? This pilot gets caught in a snow storm and makes an urgent decision to land at the nearest aerodrome.
Dec 10, 2021
Ikarus C42 Quiz
Do you fly the Ikarus C42? Then you should answer all of these questions correctly!
Nov 19, 2021
Where are all the microlight instructors?
There seems to be a chronic shortage of microlight instructors. We take a look at some reasons why this may be and what can be done.
Sep 22, 2021
QuizAero receives Certificate of Thanks
QuizAero awarded Certificate of Thanks from the BMAA.
Apr 10, 2021
The latest microlight statistics
Here are the latest statistics regarding microlight pilots and instructors as presented at the 2021 microlight instructor seminar.
Nov 29, 2020
The microlight instructor certificate
A microlight instructor shares their experience of the instructor course and the job.
Nov 29, 2020
Flying the RAF's Typhoon Simulator
QuizAero is invited to RAF Leuchars to fly the Typhoon Simulator
Nov 27, 2020
How this METAR could spell trouble
Light winds, clear skies and high pressure. What could possibly go wrong?
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