NEW content status EASA SIB 2026-04 - Aviation Turbine Fuel - Use of Jet A Grade Fuel in a Jet A-1 Environment Updated: 12 May 2026 Due to recent events in the global aviation fuel supply chains, availability of aviation turbine jet fuel of Jet A‑1 fuel grade (hereafter referred to as “Jet A-1” in this SIB) on certain markets might be constrained. Aviation and fuel supply… Airworthiness Directive notice
NEW content status Consultation summary: supporting uncrewed aircraft research and development Updated: 11 May 2026 We’ve published the summary of consultation on research and development pathways for uncrewed aircraft. News
NEW content status Focus on flight ops – May 2026 Updated: 8 May 2026 This issue highlights what operators need to do by 1 September, how to get started with HFNTS (including where documentation should sit), current flight ops exemptions, RotorTech drop-in sessions, and new resources now available in hard copy. Flight operations newsletter
NEW content status Regulatory wrap-up April 2026 Updated: 7 May 2026 In the April 2026 issue, view our consultations open for feedback and find out more about recent changes to regulations. Regulatory Wrap-up
NEW content status Introduction of PEGs into CASA examinations Updated: 7 May 2026 Candidates sitting any pilot exam can now bring CASA’s plain English guides into the exam room. Updates for exam participants
NEW content status CASA exams: plain English guides now permitted Updated: 7 May 2026 You can now bring our plain English guides into pilot exams. News
NEW content status CAA NZ CAN 76-001R1 - Gippsland GA8 - Throttle Cable Installation Inspection Updated: 6 May 2026 The purpose of this Continued Airworthiness Notice (CAN) alerts operators and maintenance providers of possible safety concerns related to incorrect assembly of the throttle cable to the Fuel Control Unit (FCU) on Gippsland GA8 Airvan aircraft. Airworthiness Directive notice
FAA SAIB 2023-03R2 - Rotorcraft Crash Resistant Fuel Systems Updated: 5 May 2026 This revised Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) provides information to help rotorcraft owners, operators, aircrew, and passengers understand the importance and safety benefits of crash resistant fuel systems (CRFS) for rotorcraft.… Airworthiness Directive notice
RPAS news - May 2026 Updated: 5 May 2026 This edition invites you to have your say on RPAS operations over or near people and the draft annex to AusSORA. You can also watch our latest RPAS and AAM Roadmap webinar and read about what you must do to fly a drone at Vivid Sydney plus plenty… RPAS news
Make your significant changes in myCASA Updated: 1 May 2026 We’re adding the ability to notify us of significant changes to 7 certificates in myCASA to help businesses move online and away from filling out complex paper forms. News
'May-tenance Month' returns this May Updated: 1 May 2026 Get ready for CASA to go purple again as we shine a light on all things maintenance engineering during this year’s 'May-tenance Month'. News
UK CAA Safety Notice SN 2026/005 Updated: 30 April 2026 The purpose of this Safety Notice is to advise general aviation pilots who fly aircraft with autopilot and/or electric trim systems. It is published to remind pilots of the importance of checking that the autopilot/electric trim is functioning… Airworthiness Directive notice
FAA ACS - AIR760-2026-02-S-3200-ACS - Main Landing Gear Actuators Sticking Due To Corrosion On Slide Tube Updated: 29 April 2026 The FAA recently received a report from the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) of a water landing accident involving a DeHavilland DHC-2 Beaver installed with Wipline 6100A amphibious floats operating in a saltwater environment. One of the… Airworthiness Directive notice
Applying for complex drone operations: use AusSORA now Updated: 29 April 2026 We’ve published Advisory Circular 101-06 (AusSORA). The advisory circular sets the method for assessing complex drone operations in Australia. News
RPAS news - April 2026 Updated: 29 April 2026 This edition invites you to the latest RPAS and AAM Strategic Regulatory Roadmap webinar, asks for your say on the draft airworthiness annex for AusSORA, reminds you on what you need to do to plan and authorise flights and more. RPAS news
UK CAA Safety Notice SN 2026/006 Version 2 Updated: 29 April 2026 The purpose of this Safety Notice is to advise that the CAA has reached a preliminary view that some parachutes supplied for GA use may not have been inspected and/or packed in accordance with applicable airworthiness, manufacturer, or regulatory… Airworthiness Directive notice
FAA ACS - AIR730-2026-03-R-6200-ACS - Leonardo AW139 - Cracked Main Rotor Tension Links Updated: 23 April 2026 The FAA recently received three separate Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs) from a U.S. repair station regarding cracked main rotor tension links on the Leonardo AW139. Airworthiness Directive notice
Maintenance Matters - April 2026 Updated: 23 April 2026 In this edition we invite feedback on an assessment framework to review legacy unique Australian ADs. We also give you a heads up on what we've planned for May-tenance month. Maintenance matters
Part 133 plain English guide now in print Updated: 23 April 2026 Our latest plain English guide – Part 133 (Australian air transport operations – rotorcraft) is now available in both print and digital formats. News
The CASA Briefing - April 2026 Updated: 23 April 2026 This month’s briefing includes an update from CEO Pip Spence on calling ‘time’ on some uniquely Australian airworthiness directives (ADs), guidance for operations to Kati Thanda–Lake Eyre, and the latest aviation safety updates. CASA Briefing
Have your say - policy proposal for drone operations over or near people Updated: 22 April 2026 We're seeking feedback on the draft policy for drone operations over or near people. The policy aims to better match rules to risk while maintaining strong safety outcomes. News
CAA NZ CAN-57-005 - Tecnam P2008 Fuselage Extrusion P/N 28-2-1095-1 Attachment Lugs - Corrosion Updated: 21 April 2026 The purpose of this CAN is to to bring attention to defect reports submitted to the CAA of finding corrosion in the attachment lugs of fuselage extrusion P/N 28-2-1095-1 on five P2008 aircraft. Airworthiness Directive notice
Pilot safety newsletter - Rotary - April 2026 Updated: 16 April 2026 This edition includes an animation on flying a visual approach in controlled airspace, an article on preventing runway incursions, a new quiz, and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
Pilot safety newsletter - Fixed-wing - April 2026 Updated: 16 April 2026 This edition includes an animation on flying a visual approach in controlled airspace, an article on preventing runway incursions, a new quiz, and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
Focus on flight ops – April 2026 Updated: 16 April 2026 In this edition we promote the SafeSkies SMS workshop, RotorTech conference, our free safety manager online module, guidance on leadership, communication, consultation and manual obligations. Flight operations newsletter
Consultation open - review of uniquely Australian structural fatigue airworthiness directives Updated: 16 April 2026 We’re seeking feedback on a framework to review and potentially repeal 18 uniquely Australian ADs affecting GA aircraft. News
Comment on the preferred airspace design southeast of Bankstown Airport Updated: 15 April 2026 The preferred airspace design for a proposed VFR corridor to the southeast of Bankstown Airport is now available to review. News
EASA SIB 2026-03 - Embraer EMB-135, EMB-145, ERJ 170 and ERJ 190 aeroplanes - Radio Altimeters - 5G Interference Susceptibility Updated: 15 April 2026 This SIB is issued to recommend installation of specific filters which reduce the susceptibility to interference from 5G ground networks. Airworthiness Directive notice
FAA SAIB 2026-10 - Torso restraint systems and safety belts installed in general aviation aircraft Updated: 10 April 2026 This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) is being issued to alert owners, operators, and maintenance technicians of an airworthiness concern for torso restraint systems and safety belts installed in general aviation aircraft. Airworthiness Directive notice
Have your say on integrating exemptions into the flight operations rules Updated: 9 April 2026 We are proposing to bring several longstanding exemptions and directions into the flight operations regulations. News
FAA ACS - AIR750-2026-01-S-5700-ACS - Piper Aircraft - Forward Wing Spar Attachment Corrosion Updated: 8 April 2026 The FAA recently received a report of severe corrosion on the left-hand forward wing spar attachment, specifically the forward spar through to the forward fuselage attachment fitting and on the rivet heads of said attachment, on a Piper PA-28-161.… Airworthiness Directive notice
Have your say on draft airworthiness annex for AusSORA Updated: 7 April 2026 We're seeking feedback on the draft airworthiness annex for AusSORA. The annex provides guidance on meeting airworthiness operational safety objectives for drone operations under AusSORA. News
Regulatory wrap-up March 2026 Updated: 2 April 2026 In the March 2026 issue, view our recently published summaries of consultation and find out more about recent changes to the regulations. Regulatory Wrap-up
Flight information service in the Pilbara region Updated: 2 April 2026 We've published our review of the Flight Information Service within the Pilbara region. News
Radio altimeter upgrade required for low visibility approaches Updated: 1 April 2026 Operators conducting low‑visibility instrument approach procedures within Australia are now required to have upgraded radalts. News
EASA SUP 03/2026 - Theft of Turbofan Engine Parts before Mutilation Updated: 1 April 2026 This SUP has been published to notify that a consignment of formally declared non-airworthy turbofan engine parts was rerouted late January 2026, from its destination by a third party that impersonated the contracted mutilation provider. The… Airworthiness Directive notice
EASA SIB 2026-02 - SZD-9 bis 1E - Notification of Unapproved Parts Installed Updated: 31 March 2026 This SIB has been published to inform that the Type Certificate Holder – ZSJ installed an unapproved rubber cord into the Main Landing Gear (MLG) shock absorber assembly of SZD-9 bis 1E sailplanes. It is likely that several sailplanes have shock… Airworthiness Directive notice
Get rolling this Easter by packing right for a safe flight Updated: 30 March 2026 Avoid unnecessary disruptions this Easter by keeping power banks, spare batteries, vapes and e-cigarettes out of checked bags and carrying them with you in aircraft cabins. Media release
Maintenance Matters - March 2026 Updated: 26 March 2026 In this edition we give you a heads up about the enhancements coming soon to myCASA; provide details on renewed exemptions available to approved maintenance organisations and bring you the latest Airworthiness Directives Maintenance matters
FAA SAIB 2026-08 - Floats Updated: 25 March 2026 This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin advises owners and operators of a safety concern with Textron Aviation Model 180, 182, 185, and 206 airplanes and Maule Model M-6-235, M-7-260, M-7-260C, MT-7-260, M-7-235, M-7-235B, M-7-235C, MT-7-235,… Airworthiness Directive notice
Focus on flight ops - March 2026 Updated: 25 March 2026 This edition focuses on SMS, HFNTS and FDAP requirements, provides 2 SMS manuals, highlights industry case study videos and other resources to support safer operations. Flight operations newsletter
FAA SAIB 2026-07 - Main Landing Gear Attach Section - Trunnion Pins Updated: 20 March 2026 This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin advises owners, operators, and maintainers of Learjet Inc. (Learjet) Model 23, 24, 24A, 24B, 24B-A, 24C, 24D, 24D-A, 24E, 24F, 24F-A, 25, 25A, 25B, 25C, 25D, 25F, 28, 29, 31, 31A, 35, 35A (C-21A), 36,… Airworthiness Directive notice
The CASA Briefing - March 2026 Updated: 20 March 2026 This month’s briefing includes an update from CEO Pip Spence on the RPAS in Australian Skies conference, outlines what’s ahead for flight operations requirements in 2026, and shares the latest aviation safety updates. CASA Briefing
Changes to aircraft rating instruments Updated: 19 March 2026 A new edition of the 'prescription of aircraft and ratings' legislative instrument has been published. News
FAA UPN 2026-AAE-EHL-20250805-430 Updated: 18 March 2026 This notification advises all aircraft owners, operators, manufacturers, maintenance organizations, parts suppliers, and distributors of the referenced articles manufactured or sold by Superior Panel Technology that the referenced articles may not… Airworthiness Directive notice
Canadian CASA 2026-04 Updated: 18 March 2026 The purpose of this Civil Aviation Safety Alert is to raise awareness of operational effects caused by erroneous height indication from radio altimeters on ACLP model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aeroplanes, and to recommend relevant mitigations to… Airworthiness Directive notice
RPAS news - March 2026 Updated: 16 March 2026 This edition invites you to have your say on AusSORA, takes a look at new cybersecurity guidance and explores why maintenance and records matter. RPAS news
Guidelines for safe planning and conduct of aerodrome works Updated: 12 March 2026 We have published new guidance on the safe planning and conduct of aerodrome works. News
Canadian CASA 2026-03 Updated: 11 March 2026 The purpose of this Civil Aviation Safety Alert is to raise awareness of unexpected localizer signal disturbances on ACLP model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aeroplanes, and to recommend relevant corrective actions to mitigate the issue. Airworthiness Directive notice
Have your say on the draft advisory circular for AusSORA Updated: 11 March 2026 We’re seeking your feedback on draft advisory circular (AC) 101-06 v1.0. The draft proposes updates that adapt elements of the JARUS SORA 2.5 framework for Australian conditions. News
