C42 Owners Service Bulletin 34 (TIN-05-2022)

C42 Owners Service Bulletin 34 (TIN-05-2022) . Some of you may b    e aware of OSB 34 (TIN-05-2022). For those of you who aren’t, please read and ensure you follow the mandatory notice. . Please inspect your plastic batten tips on the lower wing battens in line with the C42 maintenance schedule. In some […]

C42A & C42B 472.5kg approval

We have finally received approval to get all earlier C42A and C42B aircraft to be cleared for flight at the higher 472.5kg weight without the need for a ballistic recovery parachute system (BPRS). There is a process to follow which is outlined in the document below. Any questions or queries, please give us a call and we’ll […]

The importance of buying genuine parts for your aircraft

Having been made aware of several cases of “fake” and counterfeit spare parts recently, we felt the need to put together a quick guide outlining the importance of buying spare parts from a genuine, reputable source. The quality and provenance of components effect the performance of your aircraft, the residual value of your aircraft but […]

C42C Launch

An early Christmas present for The Light Aircraft Company! On Saturday 19th December, after a considerable amount of work, the Ikarus C42C was finally issued its full permit to fly. The C42C, which has been available in Germany for around 6 years, has undergone structural and flight testing for the UK market and whilst it […]

Comco C42C featured in the BMAA Microlight magazine

In September, we had the pleasure of Microlight Flying magazine joining us at Little Snoring airfield for a test flight in the new Comco C42C. They’ve included a great write up in their October issue detailing all of the improvements made to the new model. It’s a great read!  

PilotAware

For owners of TLAC aircraft and C42’s , TLAC can now offer the supply and installation of the market leading PilotAware electronic conspicuity system, Rosetta. TLAC are fitting as a permanent system only which ensures best performance. Rosetta transmits your aircraft’s GPS coordinates which will then be received by local aircraft using any PilotAware product […]

Aero Plus

Aero Plus, the premium 4 stroke multi-grade semi synthetic engine oil blended for Rotax 912UL, 912ULS and 914 aircraft engines which incorporate gearbox and overload clutch systems. Aero Plus offers maximum lubricity, superior wear protection and optimum cold start properties whilst working across the temperature range. Aero Plus contains detergents and additives to remove carbon […]

C42 Fuel Filler Hose

If you are the owner operator of a C42 aircraft please take 5 minutes to inspect the fuel filler hose in the baggage bay of your aircraft. If you have a clear tube, with a white spiral reinforcement running from the fuel filler to the fuel tank please inspect it carefully for staining and splits. […]