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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 - AusSORA consultation news

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

RPAS In Australian Skies 2026

Updated: 11 March 2026

Read the speech delivered by CASA CEO and Director of Aviation Safety, Pip Spence at the RPAS In Australian Skies 2026 in Canberra ACT.

Speech

Canadian CASA 2026-02

Updated: 10 March 2026

The purpose of this Civil Aviation Safety Alert is to raise awareness of possible insufficient clearance between the engine fuel-feed line and the upper skin stringer of the right-hand side collector tank, and to recommend actions to correct the…

Airworthiness Directive notice

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Pilot safety newsletter - Rotary - March 2026

Updated: 6 March 2026

This edition includes an animation on flying night VFR, a close call about a fuel-pump issue, resources on understanding and reading a TAF, and more!

Pilot safety hub newsletter

Pilot safety newsletter - Fixed-wing - March 2026

Updated: 6 March 2026

This edition includes an animation on flying night VFR, a close call about a fuel-pump issue, resources on understanding and reading a TAF, and more!

Pilot safety hub newsletter

Regulatory wrap-up February 2026

Updated: 5 March 2026

In the February 2026 issue of Regulatory wrap-up, view the consultations we have open for feedback and read our recently published summaries of consultation.

Regulatory Wrap-up

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Airworthiness cybersecurity guidance for RPAS now published

Updated: 5 March 2026

We've published Advisory Circular 21 57 and the summary of public consultation. The advisory circular provides guidance on managing cybersecurity risks for RPAS.

News

Flight operations requirements for 2026: what’s changing and how we’re supporting operators

Updated: 4 March 2026

Understand what the transitional requirements and deadlines for SMS, HFNTS and FDAP are under the flight operations rules.

News

Summary of consultation: improving maintenance approvals for large drones

Updated: 4 March 2026

We’ve published the summary of consultation on proposed changes to CAO 100.24 maintenance approvals for large remotely piloted aircraft.

News

FAA SAIB 2026-05 - Rotorcraft Loss of Control Prevention/Recovery Systems

Updated: 3 March 2026

This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) provides information to help rotorcraft owners, operators, aircrew, and passengers understand how some loss of control incidents and accidents, including those caused by UIMC (Unintended entry…

Airworthiness Directive notice

A better way to check what you can pack

Updated: 2 March 2026

From 30 June 2026, the Can I pack that? web and mobile apps will close.

News

FAA UPN 2025-AAE-EHL-20250422-416

Updated: 2 March 2026

This notification advises all aircraft owners, operators, manufacturers, maintenance organizations, parts suppliers, and distributors of the referenced parts supplied or manufactured by Cooper’s Landing Stinson, LLC, from March 2012 to present, for…

Airworthiness Directive notice

CAA NZ CAN-27-031 - Tecnam P2008 Stabilator Torque Tube - Cracks in Mass Balance Weight Attachment

Updated: 26 February 2026

The purpose of this CAN is to bring attention to a defect report submitted to the CAA of finding cracks in the stabilator torque tubes on ten P2008 aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive notice

Maintenance Matters - February 2026

Updated: 26 February 2026

Among our stories this month we remind aircraft maintenance engineers to get their AME scholarship application in before the application window closes on 1 March, announce the 2026 aviation safety champions and bring you the latest airworthiness…

Maintenance matters

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SMS made simple – real examples from real people

Updated: 25 February 2026

We've released a new series of industry case study videos on Safety Management Systems (SMS). These videos show how operators are successfully building and embedding SMS into their everyday operations.

News

Canadian CASA 2026-01

Updated: 23 February 2026

The purpose of this Civil Aviation Safety Alert (CASA) is to raise awareness of the missing spoiler spigot shim at MFS actuator installation and recommend corrective action on applicable Bombardier Inc. (BA) model BD-700-2A12 aeroplanes.

Airworthiness Directive notice

RPAS news - February 2026

Updated: 20 February 2026

This edition gives an update on the ongoing trial pathways for BVLOS approvals, reminds you of your responsibilities as a ReOC holder, and explores how to use practical skills and decision making to hone your drone flying skills.

RPAS news

FAA SAIB 2026-04 - Propeller Hub Section

Updated: 20 February 2026

This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) advises owners and operators of Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation Model 54H60 propellers of unauthorized electric arc scribe part markings on the barrel surface which may make them susceptible to…

Airworthiness Directive notice

The CASA Briefing - February 2026

Updated: 19 February 2026

This month's CASA Briefing features an update from CEO Pip Spence on consolidating flight operations rules, celebrates our safety manager scholarship recipients, and brings you the latest aviation safety updates.

CASA Briefing

Have your say on instrument flight procedures guidance

Updated: 18 February 2026

We are consulting on a draft advisory circular (AC) that provides guidance for instrument flight procedures.

News

Aviation safety champions named in CASA’s 2026 scholarship round

Updated: 17 February 2026

The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) is pleased to announce the 3 recipients of its latest safety manager scholarship program.

News

CAA UK Safety Notice SN-2026/001

Updated: 16 February 2026

The purpose of this Safety Notice is to alert owners and operators that the CAA has become increasingly concerned regarding the extent of modifications and repairs to aircraft seats by organisations other than the seat Original Equipment…

Airworthiness Directive notice

EASA SIB 2026-01 - Landing Gear - Degraded Anti-Skid Performance on Contaminated Runways

Updated: 10 February 2026

This SIB has been published to recommend that operators of BD-500-1A11 model aeroplanes that are approved for operations with contaminated runway conditions should comply with the requirements of TCCA AD CF-2025-68 at their earliest convenience.

Airworthiness Directive notice

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Summary of consultation now available – Requirements for radio altimeters due to 5G transmissions

Updated: 10 February 2026

We recently sought feedback on proposed amendments to 4 Manuals of Standards (MOS) that will ensure radio altimeters (radalts) operate reliably in the presence of radio frequency transmissions from 5G.

News

Pilot safety newsletter - Rotary - February 2026

Updated: 6 February 2026

This edition includes an animation on flying over water, an article on decision-making, a close call about a fuel-planning error, and more!

Pilot safety hub newsletter

Pilot safety newsletter - Fixed-wing - February 2026

Updated: 6 February 2026

This edition includes an animation on flying over water, an article on decision-making, a close call about a fuel-planning error, and more!

Pilot safety hub newsletter

A male and female pilot talking to each other in the cockpit of an aeroplane

Are you making the most of proficiency check requirements?

Updated: 6 February 2026

When it comes to proficiency checks, did you know there is flexibility built into the rules which can reduce duplication, streamline training programs and lower costs?

News

Regulatory wrap-up January 2026

Updated: 5 February 2026

In the first edition of 2026, read more about the summaries of consultation published in January.

Regulatory Wrap-up

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2026 AME scholarship program rolls out

Updated: 2 February 2026

CASA’s aircraft maintenance engineer (AME) scholarships, valued at $5000 each, are now open, with 3 scholarships available to support individuals working towards a CASR Part 66 licence.

News

Maintenance Matters - January 2026

Updated: 29 January 2026

In this month's edition: we share why a missing data plate is a red flag; catch you up on the latest airworthiness directives; and we put the call out to those of you who have had a narrow escape and want to share your important lesson.

Maintenance matters

Brazilian ANAC SAB 2026-01 - Ice and Rain Protection - Replacement of Pitot #3 Heater Wiring

Updated: 28 January 2026

This Special Airworthiness Bulletin is a revision of SAB 2019-04R1 and recommends that owners and operators of Embraer S.A. EMB-145 and EMB-135BJ aircraft incorporate Embraer Service Bulletins SB145-30-0058 and SB145LEG-30-0024.

Airworthiness Directive notice

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Summary of consultation now available – proposed amendments to Part 21

Updated: 28 January 2026

We've published the summary of consultation and feedback on proposed amendments to Part 21.

News

RPAS news - January 2026

Updated: 28 January 2026

This edition includes a reminder that your ReOC only works if your operations manual is up-to-date and reflects how you work, what your RePL means in practice, and information on the BVLOS exam.

RPAS news

FAA SAIB 2026-03 - EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT, Orion Safety Products Skyblazer II Red XLT Aerial Signal

Updated: 27 January 2026

This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) advises all owners and operators of any aircraft, certificated in any category, of reports of Orion Safety Products (Orion) Skyblazer II Red XLT Aerial Signals (flares) igniting without the…

Airworthiness Directive notice

FAA SAIB 2026-02 - Elevator Tab Control System

Updated: 22 January 2026

This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin advises owners and operators of Textron Aviation Inc. Model 1900D airplanes of an airworthiness concern related to the elevator pitch trim actuator. The 1900D airplanes may be registered under other…

Airworthiness Directive notice

Stating the facts: Air Operator’s Certificates cannot be sold

Updated: 19 January 2026

Clarification of rules around selling an air operator's certificate (AOC).

Stating the facts

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News, media releases and speeches

EASA SUP 03/2026 - Theft of Turbofan Engine Parts before Mutilation

EASA SIB 2026-02 - SZD-9 bis 1E - Notification of Unapproved Parts Installed

Get rolling this Easter by packing right for a safe flight

Maintenance Matters - March 2026

FAA SAIB 2026-08 - Floats

Focus on flight ops - March 2026

FAA SAIB 2026-07 - Main Landing Gear Attach Section - Trunnion Pins

The CASA Briefing - March 2026

Changes to aircraft rating instruments

FAA UPN 2026-AAE-EHL-20250805-430

Canadian CASA 2026-04

RPAS news - March 2026

Guidelines for safe planning and conduct of aerodrome works

Canadian CASA 2026-03

Have your say on the draft advisory circular for AusSORA

RPAS In Australian Skies 2026

Canadian CASA 2026-02

Pilot safety newsletter - Rotary - March 2026

Pilot safety newsletter - Fixed-wing - March 2026

Regulatory wrap-up February 2026

Airworthiness cybersecurity guidance for RPAS now published

Flight operations requirements for 2026: what’s changing and how we’re supporting operators

Summary of consultation: improving maintenance approvals for large drones

FAA SAIB 2026-05 - Rotorcraft Loss of Control Prevention/Recovery Systems

A better way to check what you can pack

FAA UPN 2025-AAE-EHL-20250422-416

CAA NZ CAN-27-031 - Tecnam P2008 Stabilator Torque Tube - Cracks in Mass Balance Weight Attachment

Maintenance Matters - February 2026

SMS made simple – real examples from real people

Canadian CASA 2026-01

RPAS news - February 2026

FAA SAIB 2026-04 - Propeller Hub Section

The CASA Briefing - February 2026

Have your say on instrument flight procedures guidance

Aviation safety champions named in CASA’s 2026 scholarship round

CAA UK Safety Notice SN-2026/001

EASA SIB 2026-01 - Landing Gear - Degraded Anti-Skid Performance on Contaminated Runways

Summary of consultation now available – Requirements for radio altimeters due to 5G transmissions

Pilot safety newsletter - Rotary - February 2026

Pilot safety newsletter - Fixed-wing - February 2026

Are you making the most of proficiency check requirements?

Regulatory wrap-up January 2026

2026 AME scholarship program rolls out

Maintenance Matters - January 2026

Brazilian ANAC SAB 2026-01 - Ice and Rain Protection - Replacement of Pitot #3 Heater Wiring

Summary of consultation now available – proposed amendments to Part 21

RPAS news - January 2026

FAA SAIB 2026-03 - EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT, Orion Safety Products Skyblazer II Red XLT Aerial Signal

FAA SAIB 2026-02 - Elevator Tab Control System

Stating the facts: Air Operator’s Certificates cannot be sold

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