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Post by mrbluesky on Mar 29, 2023 6:42:27 GMT
 It was mentioned in the latest LAAS magazine that the September date for the LAA rally has been removed from the UK Air Calendar- after viewing the same I can confirm that it is correct- whether or not they have found it difficult to get a venue. There was some suggestion for a July date. Hope they do find something for this year or maybe it will be another Grass Roots event.  Fingers crossed.  Happy Days Bob 
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Post by mrbluesky on Apr 4, 2023 5:34:45 GMT
Well as predicted the National Rally is not happening but instead as last year it is returning for the second year running to Popham for another Grass Roots Event between:- FRIDAY 18th AUGUST till SUNDAY 20th AUGUST 2023Better than nothing I suppose. Last years wasn't bad but the weather scuppered it a bit- one to think about.  Good excuse for a day out I suppose. Happy Days Bob
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Post by mrbluesky on Apr 4, 2023 7:40:56 GMT
From LAA Website:- The LAA is returning to the green grass of Popham Aerodrome in Hampshire for a repeat of its “Grass Roots Fly In” from 18th to 20th August 2023. The Fly-In will again on one hand take the Associate back to its traditional roots, while continuing to offer the first chance to see some of the latest aircraft and products in the recreational aviation market.
What was particularly notable about the 2022 Popham event was its sociality. LAA members and exhibitors alike commented on its relaxed and friendly atmosphere, with post-event comments such as “It’s a great reunion as well as a fly-in–cum trade show” and “super friendly, the event always had a good vibe”.
A joint venture with Popham Aerodrome, the LAA Grass Roots Fly In will develop its strengths as a social event bringing flyers from around the UK and Europe to meet fellow enthusiasts. The grass runways at Popham and the airfield’s famed rural ambience will mean that the event will focus on the fly-in and social element as much as on a large exhibition campus. The earlier mid-August date will also mean longer evenings, allowing more scope for flyers from further afield and hopefully, milder conditions for those who choose to ‘camp under the wing’.
Said LAA CEO designate Simon Tilling: “The LAA Grass Roots Fly In was a great success last year, with over 3,000 visitors, more than 30 exhibitors and a total of 350 visiting aircraft through the weekend. It is a different event to the past, larger scale LAA Rallies and we’re working on plans for the continuation of a larger scale LAA event in the future. For this year, we’re looking forward to another great, social and fun, LAA fly in”.
Happy Days Bob
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Fingers crossed. 
Good excuse for a day out I suppose.