The CASA Briefing - July 2024 Updated: 5 July 2024 In this month’s CASA Briefing find out about applying for a new Part 61 licence, the introduction of multi-factor authentication across our online platforms, our new pilot safety hub resources, the CEO update and more. CASA Briefing
Regulatory wrap-up June 2024 Updated: 3 July 2024 In the June 2024 edition of Reg wrap-up, have your say on proposed changes to guidance for the design and operation of heliports and find out more about the new rules for assessing and reporting runway surface conditions. Regulatory Wrap-up
Plan for the plume Updated: 28 June 2024 The new Tallawarra B power station may produce a high velocity plume in the Wollongong and Shellharbour areas. News
DAME newsletter June 2024 Updated: 26 June 2024 In this month's newsletter, find out the latest on Class 5 self-declared medicals, making DAME2 certificates faster and easier, assessing elevated intraocular eye pressure and more. DAME Newsletter
New colour vision testing policy finalised Updated: 20 June 2024 We have finalised the new testing policy for pilots with colour vision deficiency. News
Maintenance matters - June 2024 Updated: 17 June 2024 In this edition we myth bust the modular licence with our team of experts, the Part 66 licence goes digital, we announce the 2024 winners of our AME scholarships and catch up with our 2021 winners to see how their careers are advancing. Maintenance matters
Pilot safety hub newsletter - rotary - June 2024 Updated: 14 June 2024 This edition includes a helicopter pilot quiz, an audio close call, thoughts on the rotary sector from our CEO, and more. Pilot safety hub newsletter
Pilot safety hub newsletter - fixed-wing - June 2024 Updated: 14 June 2024 This edition includes an animation on communications in controlled airspace, an audio close call, and articles on flying in controlled airspace. Pilot safety hub newsletter
International meeting on drone harmonisation Updated: 14 June 2024 CASA staff were recently involved in an international meeting on drone harmonisation held in Kazakhstan in May. News
Safer skies for Gold Coast beaches Updated: 14 June 2024 The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) is running a safety education campaign on the Gold Coast to promote the importance of drone operators sharing the skies with helicopters and planes. Media release
Additional military operating areas introduced Updated: 13 June 2024 Certain restricted areas (RAs) that lie outside (or near) the boundary of Australian territory have transitioned to new MOAs. News
Preventing VFR into IMC Updated: 12 June 2024 We’ve compiled some useful resources to help VFR pilots avoid IMC. News
Rotortech 2024 Helicopter and Uncrewed Flight Exposition Updated: 11 June 2024 CASA CEO and Director of Aviation Safety, Pip Spence, talks about revised flight operations timelines, safety education and improving service delivery. Speech
New appointments for CASA Board Updated: 7 June 2024 The Civil Aviation Safety Authority Board welcomes a new member and a new Deputy Chair. News
Guide to vertiport design available now Updated: 6 June 2024 We are excited to announce the release of the Guide to Vertiport Design, the latest addition to CASA’s catalogue of guidance material. News
Regulatory wrap-up May 2024 Updated: 5 June 2024 In the May 2024 edition of Reg wrap-up, read about recent changes to rules and regulations and view our consultations open for feedback. Regulatory Wrap-up
The CASA Briefing - June 2024 Updated: 4 June 2024 In this month’s CASA Briefing, read about the ADS-B rebate scheme entering a new phase, check out our new-look online store, explore our newly available vertiports guide. CASA Briefing
New chair for safety advisory panel Updated: 4 June 2024 Andrew Andersen will take over the reins as chair of CASA’s Aviation Safety Advisory Panel (ASAP) from July this year. News
Media reporting on fatigue Updated: 31 May 2024 Some recent media reports have wrongly suggested that CASA is concerned with the fatigue risk management system at Virgin Australia. Stating the facts
Maintenance info sessions now on YouTube Updated: 31 May 2024 As Maintenance Month draws to a close, those who missed our specialised webinars can now catch up by watching them on our YouTube channel. News
CASA celebrates emerging aircraft maintenance engineers Updated: 24 May 2024 Australian aviation has received a safety boost after 4 aspiring licensed aircraft maintenance engineers became the latest recipients of scholarships from the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA). Media release
Stay safe, leave your drone at home Updated: 23 May 2024 Drone operators are urged to play it safe and avoid stiff fines during this month’s Vivid Sydney festival. Media release
Drones taking agriculture sky high Updated: 22 May 2024 We’ve compiled some useful tips on the drone safety rules and how they apply in different agricultural applications. News
Pilot safety hub newsletter - fixed-wing - May 2024 Updated: 16 May 2024 In this edition, we continue our focus on controlled aerodromes and operations. New content includes a video on understanding light signals from the tower, an upcoming webinar, tips for flying in controlled airspace, and more. Pilot safety hub newsletter
Pilot safety hub newsletter - rotary - May 2024 Updated: 16 May 2024 In this rotary edition, we continue our focus on controlled aerodromes and operations. New content includes a video on flying with passengers, an upcoming webinar, tips for flying in controlled airspace, and more. Pilot safety hub newsletter
Maintenance matters - May 2024 Updated: 16 May 2024 In this edition we are shining a light on all things aircraft maintenance engineering during our inaugural maintenance month. Join the conversation at one of 3 online webinars. Maintenance matters
New advice for anyone flying a model aircraft or drone for fun or education Updated: 10 May 2024 We have updated Advisory Circular (AC) 101-03: Flying a model aircraft or drone for recreation or education. News
Regulatory wrap-up April 2024 Updated: 8 May 2024 In the April 2024 edition of Reg wrap-up, read about the summaries of consultation we have recently published, changes to rules and regulations, and upcoming industry briefing sessions about training and checking systems. Regulatory Wrap-up
Order safety products via the new-look CASA online store today! Updated: 7 May 2024 Getting your hands on our safety publications is quicker and easier following an upgrade to our CASA online store. We’ve added heaps of new features which will make shopping for the aviation safety products you need a breeze! News
Focus on flight ops - May 2024 Updated: 7 May 2024 In this edition we announce the 2024 training and checking systems transition timelines, provide you with a new sample training and checking systems manual, and remind you that key personnel training is available. Flight operations newsletter
The CASA Briefing - May 2024 Updated: 2 May 2024 In this month’s CASA Briefing, the revised flight operations timelines are revealed, find out about access to Class C and Class D airspace, read the CEO update and more. CASA Briefing
2024 transition timelines for flight operations regulations Updated: 2 May 2024 Recently we announced our intention to adjust the transition process for training and checking systems (TCS) requirements for air transport operators, as well as rotorcraft performance standards that form part of the new flight operations… News
Maintenance Month takes flight Updated: 1 May 2024 Get ready for the month of May to turn purple as we're shining a light on all thing's maintenance engineering. News
FAA SAIB 2024-03 Updated: 26 April 2024 The FAA was notified of an accident in which an AT-802 departed the runway during landing rollout, resulting in substantial damage to the airplane Airworthiness Directive notice
Transport Canada CASA 2024-03 Updated: 26 April 2024 The purpose of this Civil Aviation Safety Alert (CASA) is to provide awareness of corrosion affecting the inboard flap spigot tubes and the internal structure of the mid and outboard flaps on BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 aeroplanes. Airworthiness Directive notice
Access to Class C and Class D controlled airspace for sport and recreation aircraft Updated: 23 April 2024 Read the summary of consultation and find out the next steps for Access to Class C and Class D controlled airspace. News
Pilot safety hub newsletter - rotary - April 2024 Updated: 15 April 2024 In this rotary edition, we turn our focus to Controlled aerodromes and operations. New content includes an animated Crash Comic, an audio Close call, pilot quizzes and more. Pilot safety hub newsletter
Pilot safety hub newsletter - fixed-wing - April 2024 Updated: 15 April 2024 In this edition, we turn our focus to Controlled aerodromes and operations. New content includes an animated Crash Comic, an audio Close call, pilot quizzes and more. Pilot safety hub newsletter
Maintenance matters - April 2024 Updated: 15 April 2024 In this edition we help you understand the certification privileges and limitations of a Part 66 modular licence, provide examples of the modular licence career pathways, and talk career moves with one of our AME scholarship program winners. Maintenance matters
Updates to Part 101 Manual of Standards (MOS) now available Updated: 9 April 2024 We have updated the Part 101 Manual of Standards (MOS). News
FAA SAIB 2024-02 Updated: 5 April 2024 This SAIB alerts all owners, operators, maintenance technicians, and inspectors of certain Revo Colonial/ Lake Aircraft to potential cracks in the wing rear attach beam assembly and hole-quality issues that have been identified in a significant… Airworthiness Directive notice
Regulatory wrap-up March 2024 Updated: 5 April 2024 In the March 2024 Reg wrap-up, we highlight new guidance materials for balloon operators and new rules for assessing and reporting runway surface conditions. Regulatory Wrap-up
Get ready for the new-look CASA online store Updated: 5 April 2024 We’re excited to announce the CASA online store will soon be receiving a makeover, with lots of new features and enhancements. News
The CASA Briefing - April 2024 Updated: 3 April 2024 In this month’s CASA Briefing find out about our Gold Coast drone campaign, the CO monitor survey results, our new guide for balloons and hot air airships, CEO update and more. CASA Briefing
Pilots urged to correctly stow baggage and other items Updated: 3 April 2024 The Civil Aviation Safety Authority is reminding pilots and operators of the importance of properly restraining cargo and baggage. Media release
Have your say on colour vision deficiency policy Updated: 27 March 2024 We're seeking feedback on 2 testing options for colour vision deficient pilots not able to pass prescribed clinical vision tests through a legislative instrument. News
Assessing and reporting runway surface conditions – new rules Updated: 27 March 2024 To improve runway safety, we are introducing new reporting rules for runway surface conditions based on international standards. News
Pilot safety hub newsletter - rotary - March 2024 Updated: 19 March 2024 Text: In this rotary edition, you'll find flight planning content including a video explaining VMC for helicopters, a helicopter pilot quiz, AvSafety webinar recordings, and more. Pilot safety hub newsletter
Pilot safety hub newsletter - fixed-wing - March 2024 Updated: 19 March 2024 In this edition, you'll find flight planning content including a video explaining VFR alternates, AvSafety webinar recordings, an audio close call, and more. Pilot safety hub newsletter
Maintenance matters - March 2024 Updated: 19 March 2024 In this edition, we promote the Part 66 modular licence logbook and user guide, announce the safety manager scholarship winners, and have tips on finding an airworthiness delegate. Maintenance matters
