Pilot safety hub newsletter - July 2023 Updated: 14 July 2023 In this edition, new resources and a new focus – non-controlled operations. Pilots are encouraged listen, watch and read to update their knowledge – and sign up for a new live webinar. Pilot safety hub newsletter
Proposed Airworthiness Directive PAD/GA8/3 Amdt 3 Updated: 13 July 2023 Inspections have revealed cases of excessive wear in the forward slide of the cargo door. Excessive wear in the door slide may result in the door becoming detached from the aircraft in flight, with potentially catastrophic results Airworthiness Directive notice
EASA SIB 2023-08 Updated: 11 July 2023 EASA has issued this SIB to obtain information about any safety relevant condition encountered in service (including occurrences) or during simulator training and checking. Airworthiness Directive notice
Regulatory wrap-up June 2023 Updated: 7 July 2023 In the June edition, read about the consultation summaries we have recently published, technical working group meetings held in June, what's new on the Pilot safety hub and more. Regulatory Wrap-up
The CASA Briefing - July 2023 Updated: 3 July 2023 In this month's CASA Briefing read about our new students guides, the rollout of 5G in Australia, new Robinson report allays concerns, our CEO update and more! CASA Briefing
Proposed Airworthiness Directive PAD/GA8/11 Updated: 29 June 2023 GA8 Operators have reported intermittent system discrepancies that have been attributed to poor electrical bonding of the solenoid box assembly Airworthiness Directive notice
EASA SIB 2023-07 Updated: 26 June 2023 A Boeing 757-236 PCF aeroplane experienced sudden in-flight full opening of its Main Cargo Door (MCD). This serious incident occurred during the initial climb of the aeroplane, and at relatively low altitude, thus avoiding an explosive decompression. Airworthiness Directive notice
Pilot safety hub newsletter - June 2023 Updated: 23 June 2023 This edition, you can watch the latest episode in our popular AvSafety investigation series, register for an aviation medical webinar and pick up copies of the pilot safety campaign posters and flyers. Pilot safety hub newsletter
EASA SIB 2023-06 Updated: 22 June 2023 Occurrences were reported of the rupture of belt buckles manufactured by Anjou Aéronautique and installed on some Airbus Helicopters. Airworthiness Directive notice
CASA to work with aviation sector on 5G Updated: 20 June 2023 The Civil Aviation Safety Authority will work with the aviation industry and the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) on the introduction of expanded 5G services in Australia. Media release
AAUS: RPAS in Australian skies 2023 conference Updated: 16 June 2023 CASA CEO and Director of Aviation Safety, Pip Spence, shares initiatives taken to meet the challenges of this rapidly expanding sector at the 'RPAS in Australian Skies' conference. Speech
Regulatory wrap-up May 2023 Updated: 7 June 2023 In the May edition of Reg wrap-up, have your say on our open consultations, learn how we’re changing our approach to the flight operations rules, and more. Regulatory Wrap-up
CASA Briefing - June 2023 Updated: 5 June 2023 In this month’s CASA Briefing read about Gold Coast airspace, find out how to get faster renewals for more certificates in myCASA and join our live runway seminar. CASA Briefing
Review of Southport airspace commences Updated: 1 June 2023 The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) is reviewing the Gold Coast airspace in which two helicopters tragically collided in January. Media release
CAA NZ CAN 52-001 Updated: 1 June 2023 CAA NZ have been made aware of an incident where an aft cargo hold door on an AS 350 helicopter opened in flight. Airworthiness Directive notice
CAA NZ CAN 57-004 Updated: 1 June 2023 CAA NZ have received a defect report of a finding of significant damage in the wing rear spar to fuselage attach fittings on a Cresco aircraft caused by movement of the bolts. Airworthiness Directive notice
Pilot safety hub newsletter - May 2023 Updated: 30 May 2023 In this edition, you can register for our upcoming runway safety webinar, read our practical tips and checklists and get ready for the next episode of our AvSafety investigation panel video series. Pilot safety hub newsletter
FAA SAFO 23003 Updated: 8 May 2023 This SAFO serves to inform all operators about the importance of properly loading and restraining BPMAs in the forward and aft lower cargo compartments Airworthiness Directive notice
The CASA Briefing - May 2023 Updated: 3 May 2023 In this month’s CASA Briefing read how we’re fine tuning the way we interact with industry, join our controlled airspace webinar, BVLOS ops made easier and more. CASA Briefing
EASA SIB 2021-010R1 Updated: 3 May 2023 EASA has been made aware that certain Collins Aerospace VDRs cease to decode VDL Mode 2 uplink messages following receipt of a corrupted VDL uplink message (‘burst’). Airworthiness Directive notice
Regulatory wrap-up April 2023 Updated: 2 May 2023 In the April edition of Reg wrap-up, learn about our current consultations, changes to rules and regulations, technical working group meetings held in April and more. Regulatory Wrap-up
Pilot safety hub newsletter - April 2023 Updated: 21 April 2023 In this edition, we explore our new topic – controlled aerodromes. From checklists to live webinars to new ways to test your knowledge, we've got you covered. Pilot safety hub newsletter
UK CAA Safety Notice SN-2023/002 Updated: 18 April 2023 This Safety Notice raises awareness of challenges relating to aircraft maintenance for aircraft operating in unusual operations such as glider towing. Airworthiness Directive notice
The CASA Briefing - April 2023 Updated: 5 April 2023 In this month’s CASA Briefing we discuss aircraft rego through myCASA, a new training path for aerial mustering and how we can better assess your heart risks and more. CASA Briefing
Regulatory wrap-up March 2023 Updated: 3 April 2023 In this month’s Reg wrap-up, read about the new pathway for aerial mustering endorsements, updates to the Part 138 MOS, and more. Regulatory Wrap-up
FAA SAIB 2023-05 Updated: 29 March 2023 This SAIB provides information about an accident involving a DHC-3 otter. Airworthiness Directive notice
UK CAA Safety Notice SN 2020/005 Updated: 28 March 2023 This Safety Notice is published to raise awareness of reliability challenges relating to parts fitted to older aircraft types and the acceptance criteria relating to sourcing replacements Airworthiness Directive notice
Pilot safety hub newsletter - March 2023 Updated: 22 March 2023 In this edition, you can watch our wire strike video, give your opinion on aviation weather services, check your SARTIME know-how and read tips and tricks on how to get organised. Pilot safety hub newsletter
Drone activity around Bankstown Airport Updated: 21 March 2023 The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), in partnership with Airservices Australia and Bankstown Airport, has detected an increased number of drones being operated in controlled airspace near Bankstown Airport. Media release
FAA SAIB 2023-04 Updated: 16 March 2023 This SAIB provides information about a company undertaking unapproved maintenance on Hartzell and McCauley propellers. Airworthiness Directive notice
FAA SAIB 2023-03 Updated: 9 March 2023 This SAIB provides information to help understand the importance and safety benefits of crash resistant fuel systems (CRFS) for rotorcraft. Airworthiness Directive notice
FAA UPN 2023-S20220531034 Updated: 9 March 2023 This notification informs of non approved parts for Honeywell TFE731-2 engines Airworthiness Directive notice
FAA UPN 2023-S20220706012 Updated: 9 March 2023 This notification informs of non approved windshield wiper arm assemblies manufactured by Krause Airco. Airworthiness Directive notice
FAA SAIB 2023-02 Updated: 7 March 2023 This SAIB informs owners/operators of Mooney M20 aircraft about issues relating to the landing gear Airworthiness Directive notice
Regulatory wrap-up February 2023 Updated: 6 March 2023 In February's Regulatory warp-up learn about new rules and regulations, and have your say on the future of vertiport design. Regulatory Wrap-up
Transport Canada CASA 2023-01 Updated: 2 March 2023 This alert notifies operators that an aircraft deicing/anti-icing fluid (AAF) distributed within Canada could have viscosity measurements higher than its specified maximum Airworthiness Directive notice
The CASA Briefing - March 2023 Updated: 1 March 2023 In this edition of the CASA Briefing, we discuss the latest extension to the flight operations rules transition, our plans for emerging technologies, and the updated BVLOS exam for drone operators. CASA Briefing
Continental MSB23-01 - Crankshaft Counterweights Updated: 17 February 2023 This bulletin describes a potential safety of flight issue for aircraft equipped with Continental 360, 470, 520, 550 series engines and replacement crankshaft assemblies. Airworthiness Directive notice
New scholarship supports development of safety managers Updated: 17 February 2023 The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) today announced the winners of a new scholarship program aimed at boosting aviation safety in Australia. Media release
FAA SAIB 2023-01 Updated: 16 February 2023 This SAIB alerts Robinson helicopter operators of potential wear on the main rotor blade (MRB) spindle bearings, part number (P/N) A159-3 Airworthiness Directive notice
DAME Newsletter - October 2022 Updated: 26 October 2022 In this month’s newsletter, find out about the MRS moving to myCASA, upcoming events, and service delivery statistics. DAME Newsletter
Aviation industry joins forces on new pilot safety campaign Updated: 16 August 2022 A new national safety education campaign backed by major aviation groups and aimed at encouraging pilots to increase their skills and knowledge launches today. Media release
Impact of new flight operations regulations on flight crew licencing exams Updated: 12 August 2022 Impact of new flight operations regulations on flight crew licencing exams. The introduction of the new flight operations regulations on 2 December 2021 will mean changes to the various flight crew licensing (FCL) theory exams. Updates for exam participants
CASA inspectors work to protect international travellers Updated: 4 August 2022 Civil Aviation Safety Authority inspectors are working hard to ensure Australian travellers enjoy the high safety standards they expect as international airlines return to the nation’s airports. Media release
Introduction of Terminal Aerodrome Forecasts (TAF3) and retirement of Trend Type Forecasts (TTFs) Updated: 5 November 2020 From 5 November 2020 the Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) will cease issuing TTFs. Updates for exam participants
DAME newsletter - September 2020 Updated: 2 October 2020 In this month's newsletter we've extended COVID-19 relief for industry, how to find the DAME and DAO conditions of appointment link on the our website, when CRI need to be calculated and more. DAME Newsletter
Help find rogue western Sydney drone Updated: 6 August 2020 The Civil Aviation Safety Authority is asking the public for help finding a large drone reported flying close to an aircraft over western Sydney. Media release
Exam requirements for change of category Updated: 20 October 2019 Pilots who are changing category from aeroplane to helicopter or vice versa, need to only pass the new category specific exams within one ‘window’. Updates for exam participants
Re-training after five (5) or more fails Updated: 10 November 2017 There have been some instances, where candidates have failed a subject five or more times. Updates for exam participants
Calculators Updated: 1 September 2016 From 1 September 2016, where a calculator is part of the permitted material for an exam, candidates will be permitted to use their own calculator. Updates for exam participants
