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Read news, stories and practical guidance from across UK General Aviation. AERLO covers aircraft ownership, safety, training, airfields, events and the people and businesses that keep GA moving.
News, Airports
Gloucestershire Airport has attracted significant interest from potential buyers, with its council owners committed to keeping the site operational. We look at the latest sale developments and why protecting this important aviation hub is welcome news for UK general aviation.
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A complete guide to hour building in the UK for aspiring commercial pilots. Understand CAA requirements, PIC hours, cross-country flying, aircraft hire, reducing costs and how to make every flying hour count towards your commercial pilot career.
, 9 min read
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Insight, Ownership
A guide to finding better value in the 2026 used aircraft market. Discover why condition, maintenance history, engine time, useful load, parts support and operating costs can make overlooked aircraft smarter buys than the most obvious choices.
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Jamie Oliver has helped secure the future of Andrewsfield Aviation after the Essex airfield and flying school faced possible closure. We look at the new ownership arrangement, who will run Andrewsfield and what the good news means for UK general aviation.
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A practical guide to buying an aircraft share in the UK. Learn what to check before you pay, including group finances, maintenance reserves, engine hours, insurance, booking availability, syndicate agreements and the key red flags to avoid.
, 9 min read
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Practical ways to save money while learning to fly in the UK. Discover how consistent training, lesson preparation, chair-flying, radio practice, smart equipment choices and choosing the right flying school can make every paid flying hour count.
, 10 min read
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Redhill Aerodrome has been identified as a potential site for around 2,250 homes in Tandridge’s emerging Local Plan. We look at what is actually being proposed, why the historic Surrey airfield matters to UK general aviation and what happens next.
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Read articleGuide, Training
A practical guide to choosing the right flying school in the UK. Learn how to compare instructors, aircraft, training availability, ATO and DTO status, course costs and airfields, plus the key questions to ask before starting your flight training.
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A complete guide to night flying in the UK, covering Night Rating requirements, Night VFR rules, passenger recency, weather, flight planning, visual illusions and practical tips to help pilots fly safely and confidently after dark.
, 15 min read
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A practical breakdown of the real cost of owning a light aircraft in the UK, covering insurance, maintenance, fuel, hangarage, engine reserves and landing fees, with realistic examples showing how annual flying hours affect the true cost of ownership.
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A practical UK buyer's guide to the Cessna 150M, covering mission fit, performance and payload limits, maintenance records, airworthiness, inspection and the questions to ask before buying.
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A practical guide to aircraft syndicates and shares in the UK. Understand equity and non-equity groups, ownership costs, maintenance reserves, insurance, booking rules and the key questions to ask before buying an aircraft share.
, 13 min read
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