Flight training and club membership
I'm not sure it's true that there is a legal requirement to be a member of a flying club to undertake flight training. I think I'm right in saying that rule ONLY applies if the aircraft being used for the training is owned and/or operated by a flying club. I can't find anything in LASORS to the contrary, and I've done type training with other organisations in the UK without having to join any clubs.
Therefore, as HAC don't own or operate any aircraft, it seems strange that they stated this as being one of the many reasons for the "divorce".
I went to the AGM, and came away feeling extremely frustrated. I won't be renewing my membership, but I am looking forward to visiting the new HFS facilities on a regular basis.