4 November 2025
The Royal Aeronautical Society will host its annual Light Aircraft Design Conference in London and online on 10 November 2025, bringing together designers, engineers and General Aviation leaders.
The event promises insights into emerging design methodologies, regulatory updates and pioneering aircraft projects.
Key sessions include briefings from the Light Aircraft Association on alternatives to CS-23 certification and configuration fundamentals, as well as presentations on seaplane innovation, E-conditions policy updates from the UK Civil Aviation Authority, and the latest progress in the RAeS Design, Build, Fly initiative .
The conference will also unveil the winners of the 2024/25 RAeS Light Aircraft Design Competition and provide an update on the newly-opened 2025/26 contest, which aims to spark fresh creativity and promote excellence in general aviation design .
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Speakers include representatives from the Light Aircraft Association, University of Hertfordshire, Ocean Aircraft, Skyfly Technologies, and the UK CAA, alongside innovators behind high-profile aviation projects such as the AXE eVTOL and ISA 180 Seeker .
The one-day programme features a series of technical briefings, project case studies, and flight-testing insights, before concluding with a summary from conference chair Professor Michael Jump .
Designed for aviation professionals, engineers and enthusiasts alike, the event offers both in-person and virtual attendance options, with discounted entry available for RAeS members and students .
