This resource is intended to be not only an aid for Inspection Authorities (IA) but also any aircraft owner who requires specialised information. Microlights are exempt from requiring a type certificate and are not subject to same maintenance programmes as General Aviation (GA) aircraft, they are still subject to an annual condition inspection and the IA needs to be satisfied the aircraft is fit to fly. The regulatory compliance section lists all the CAA exemptions.
This resource is based heavily on FAA AC43.13-1b ACCEPTABLE METHODS, TECHNIQUES, AND PRACTICES? AIRCRAFT INSPECTION AND REPAIR. This should be seen as best practice in most cases and at times will describe the only acceptable process of repair. Most of the topics will have a link to the relevant AC chapter but may also have a microlight specific preamble.

Most of the information is contained within this resource but there are a few external links to specific manufacturers or suppliers. For those IA’s or pilots requiring specific information on design requirements and testing we have included a copy of BCAR Section S Small Light Aeroplanes and BCAR Section T Light Gyroplanes