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Airco DH9 – Pioneer of Air Control – the aircraft that saved the RAF

A feature on one of the aircraft in the HAA’s National Treasure register. The Royal Air Force was formed in on April 1st 1918 and was the world’s first independent air force. It was created...

Read more 14th January 2021 at 11:14 am Richard Piper

WALLOP WHEELS AND WINGS – 03 JULY 2021

HAA members have been invited to apply to fly in to this fundraising event at Middle Wallop.  The above fundraising event was due to take place in July 2020 at Middle Wallop but sadly...

Read more 13th January 2021 at 2:03 pm Richard Piper

Eleanor Wadsworth Spitfire ATA pilot RIP

Eleanor Wadsworth, one of the last three surviving “Spitfire Women” of the Air Transport Auxiliary has passed away at the age of 103. Eleanor did not come from an aviation background. Eleanor professionally was...

Read more 11th January 2021 at 11:53 am Richard Piper

Winner of framed Catalina photo drawn

The lucky recipient’s name has been drawn via a random generator and is being contacted to arrange delivery.

Read more 31st December 2020 at 2:21 pm Richard Piper

Christmas message to members

The HAA offers all its members the Seasons Greetings, as we look forward to 2021. HAA President Sir Gerald Howarth expressed the following message to all in the the historic aircraft movement   “On behalf of...

Read more 25th December 2020 at 2:33 pm Richard Piper

HAA support for Desford aeroplane to be kept flying

The HAA are supporting the campaign to keep the Desford aircraft flying rather than as a static exhibit in a museum. After many years of effort to restore this unique aircraft and which has...

Read more 12th December 2020 at 6:30 pm Richard Piper

Review into Risk of Cognitive Impairment Due to G Forces published

The CAA have published the review into Risk of Cognitive Impairment Due to G Forces and the report makes 7 recommendations. The report can be found at this link CAP1963

Read more 10th December 2020 at 1:55 pm Richard Piper

BADA members invited to join NOEA Virtual Convention

NOEA – The Virtual Convention: Past, Present & Future The CEO of National Outdoor Events Association, Susan Tanner, has kindly invited all EIF Member Associations, including BADA Members, to join the NOEA Convention Sessions on 18th...

Read more 6th November 2020 at 10:48 am Richard Piper

Colin Dodds Tiger Moth article

As we remember Colin Dodds, we thought his past article in Flypast magazine on a long Tiger Moth flight would be of interest and clearly shows his knowledge and passion for De Havilland aircraft....

Read more 30th October 2020 at 12:39 pm Richard Piper

Free draw for HAA members

To help publicise the fundraising for the Catalina Miss Pick Up and it’s rescue following the recent problems, photographer Eoghan Smith has kindly allowed the HAA to frame a print of his image of...

Read more 30th October 2020 at 10:03 am Richard Piper

Recovery project to rescue Catalina Miss Pick Up

The HAA would like to highlight the campaign to support the Catalina Miss Pick Up and the recovery of the aircraft, after an engine issue stranded the aircraft in Loch Ness at the mercy...

Read more 26th October 2020 at 9:28 am Richard Piper

Vice President Colin Dodds 23 Nov 1940 – 18 Sep 2020 RIP

It is with great sadness that we have to report the passing of HAA Vice President Colin Dodds last Friday after a long illness. Colin was a long serving and greatly respected member of...

Read more 22nd September 2020 at 11:42 am Richard Piper

Proposed CAA MPD for Vickers Supermarine Spitfire and Seafire aeroplanes – Cracking of Main Landing Gear Chassis Pintles

Details of the CAA Proposed Mandatory Permit Directive for  Vickers Supermarine Spitfire and Seafire aeroplanes regarding Cracking of Main Landing Gear Chassis Pintles may be found here

Read more 18th August 2020 at 3:59 pm Richard Piper

STOP Press: 2020 Symposium Cancelled

The HAA management committee have had to take the decision to cancel this year’s Symposium due to the ongoing Covid19 restrictions on large events and the venue policies. It is a great shame, as...

Read more 14th August 2020 at 1:22 pm Richard Piper

HAA DARROL STINTON MEMORIAL TROPHY 2020

HAA DARROL STINTON MEMORIAL TROPHY  Open for nominations The DARROL STINTON MEMORIAL TROPHY is an award presented by the HAA for an individual  who has made a personal contribution of major significance to the...

Read more 6th July 2020 at 6:49 pm Richard Piper

HAA Vice-president Rick Peacock-Edwards Autobiography published

Air Commodore Rick Peacock-Edwards has just published his autobiography and as you would expect, it is a fascinating tale of flying, friendship and fun. Aviation is a thread that runs through Rick’s life and...

Read more 16th June 2020 at 8:44 pm Richard Piper

CAA consultation on the Operation of Permit-to-Fly ex-military aircraft on the UK register CAP632

The CAA are consulting on Edition 8 of CAP632 which is the comprehensive source of information containing rules and guidance pertaining to maintaining and operating permit-to-fly ex-military aircraft on the UK register. It is aligned with...

Read more 30th April 2020 at 3:03 pm Richard Piper

Sir Geoffrey de Havilland Flying Scholarship 2020 open now for applications 

The Worshipful Company of Coachmakers and Coach Harness Makers Sir Geoffrey de Havilland Flying Scholarship 2020 open now for applications   The Worshipful Company of Coachmakers’ and Coach Harness Makers’ Flying Scholarship, established in memory...

Read more 13th April 2020 at 11:23 am Richard Piper

Government guidance against recreational flying during the current coronavirus outbreak

Government guidance has been issued which states that people should not take part in recreational flying during the current coronavirus outbreak. This is in line with government guidance to stay at home unless it is...

Read more 2nd April 2020 at 4:03 pm Richard Piper

Rolls-Royce Merlin MPD issued

The CAA have issues the follow Mandatory Permit Directive (MPD) for Merlin engines regarding camshaft bracket studs. Details may be found here.

Read more 23rd March 2020 at 4:01 pm Richard Piper
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DH9 being featured in an article of one of the air DH9 being featured in an article of one of the aircraft in the HAA’s National Treasures register. https://haa-uk.aero/airco-dh9-pioneer-air-control-aircraft-saved-raf/
Stunning night shot by Philip Stevens of the Desf Stunning night shot  by Philip Stevens of the Desford, or more correctly the Reid and Sigrist RS4 Desford, the HAA are calling to remain flying.
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