Thats all whoopydo but I was sent this quote - its said that this was sent to the BMAA CEO who is a member of GAPAN but its said that this was done behind his back.
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"The Guild of Air Pilots and Air Navigators is disappointed to note the recent response from the BMAA to the NPPL Policy and Steering Committee concerning the NPPL aircraft rating revalidation and renewal proposals supported by the remainder of the committee.
Whilst the Guild would not wish to see the BMAA’s existing rights concerning 3-axis microlight aircraft questioned in any way, the distinction between such aircraft and single engine piston class aeroplanes is becoming increasingly slim. With the performance of modern microlight aircraft having increased to such an extent that some now comfortably exceed the performance of many traditional SEP aeroplanes, the Guild considers that it is not unreasonable for all pilots to be required to undertake a routine biennial training flight with a flight instructor. This safety measure is now particularly relevant to microlight aviation given the increase in microlight flying activity which is expected to result from the recent changes in regulations governing the hire of such aircraft.
The NPPL aircraft rating revalidation and renewal proposals supported by the other members of the NPPL P&SC are far from onerous and the Guild strongly urges the BMAA to accept them in full."
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Sounds like they are firing missiles to me! Trying to get extra rules when they should we working , with the rest of us, to reduce the red tape!
BM