Frequently asked questions

What is the Oxford LAA Strut?

We are a small sociable group of light aviation pilots, aircraft builders and enthusiasts that form the local volunteer branch of the LAA (known as a 'strut'). We organise monthly social events and talks to provide a local focus for recreational light aviation, encourage enjoyable social and flying activities, improve safety knowledge and understanding and maintain awareness of local threats or potential restrictions on light aviation activities.

Where do you meet?

Sturdy's Castle Country Inn, Banbury Road, Kidlington, Oxfordshire, OX5 3EP

How much does it cost?

You can join us as a full member for £40 per year (this reduces to £20 from July) or as a visitor at £5 per talk.

The membership fee is used towards the room booking fee and sandwiches after the talks as well as reimbursing expenses for our speakers.

If you join the Oxford Strut as a member you do not pay extra to attend talks. If you just want to attend on an occasional basis you pay £5 per talk.

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When do you meet?

We meet on the 2nd Wednesday every month talks and social evening (except for July which is our annual BBQ, and December which is our Xmas do).

The talks start at 8pm but we normally gather around 7pm for a pub meal before hand and you would be most welcome to join us.

What is the email reminder service?

Each month we send out a free email reminder about the next talk. You don't have to be a member to receive these! We also send out ad-hoc emails during the month with information which may be relevant to our members. Sign up to the email reminder service

What's On?

Each month we have a talk relevant to our members, these can range from things like building a Pietenpol to flying Concorde! You can find out what's on via the events calendar

We also hold our AGM in January, our summer BBQ in July, our Xmas meal in December and there are other visits and activities throughout the year.

We are always looking for new an interesting aviation themed talks and welcome suggestions.

What if I am not an LAA member?

It does not matter if you are an LAA member you can still attend all our talks and events and we would be very happy to see you.