Vector Online - Page 3, In category Aircraft owner and aircraft

Read our special 'online' Vector stories here. Some are unique to the website, and some have featured in print issues of Vector.

Note: This archive dates back to 2015. So, the advice in some of the earlier articles may have changed.

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Microlight type ratings

Microlights are hugely popular, and there’s a great range to choose from, but they are not like for like. Read the articleMicrolight type ratings

Posted in Aircraft owner and aircraft, Licensing and personnel;

Posted 6 years ago

Installation of ADS-B and PBN equipment

With ADS-B becoming mandatory in controlled airspace above flight level 245, aircraft owners will need to equip their aircraft with compatible technology.

Posted in Aircraft owner and aircraft, Technology;

Posted 6 years ago

Maintenance records – Part of the aircraft

Want to spend more money than necessary for a maintenance programme? Then make sure you accept your new aircraft with few, or no, maintenance records.

Posted in Aircraft owner and aircraft;

Posted 7 years ago

So you want to fly a gyro?

Flying one isn’t as simple as you may have been led to believe. In fact, its multi-stage takeoff requires some serious flying nous.

Posted in Aircraft owner and aircraft;

Posted 7 years ago

Amateur-built aircraft

What better way to indulge a passion for aviation than to build your own aircraft? Here’s what you need to know. Read the articleAmateur-built aircraft

Posted in Aircraft owner and aircraft;

Posted 7 years ago

Change of ownership

Buying or selling an aircraft? It’s important that you know how to change the aircraft’s ownership details. Read the articleChange of ownership

Posted in Aircraft owner and aircraft;

Posted 8 years ago

The experimental airworthiness certificate is not an operating category in itself, or a means of skirting around the rules. It’s a step to achieving airworthiness compliance. Read the articleExperimental

Electrical load analysis - does your aircraft need one?

As aircraft are increasingly reliant on electrically powered gadgets, the CAA is turning its focus to the importance of the aircraft having a robust and adequate electrical system.

Posted in Aircraft owner and aircraft, Engineering and maintenance;

Posted 8 years ago

Unique personal call signs

If your aircraft has an Approved Identifiable Paint Scheme, you can now apply to have a personal call sign. Read the articleUnique personal call signs

Posted in Aircraft owner and aircraft;

Posted 9 years ago

Identifiable paint schemes and call signs

Do you want to brighten up your aircraft with a fancy new paint job, or use a callsign that reflects your aircraft’s personality? It pays to check with the CAA…

Posted in Aircraft owner and aircraft;

Posted 9 years ago

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