Help ensure safe rollout of expanded 5G services in Australia Updated: 18 March 2024 The Civil Aviation Safety Authority is working with the aviation industry and the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) to ensure aviation safety during the introduction of expanded 5G services in Australia. News
Focus on flight ops - March 2024 Updated: 12 March 2024 In this edition we are getting things ready for the next set of transition deadlines, remind you of your responsibilities to know your operations manual, and countdown to Part 121 training and checking systems transition deadline. Flight operations newsletter
EASA SIB 2024-04 Updated: 8 March 2024 The content of this SIB is to raise awareness about the risk emerging from using high power lights close to aircraft structures. Airworthiness Directive notice
Regulatory wrap-up February 2024 Updated: 7 March 2024 In the February 2024 edition of Reg wrap-up, read about changes to rules and regulations, airspace updates and more. Regulatory Wrap-up
RPAS in Australian Skies speech Updated: 7 March 2024 CASA CEO and Director of Aviation Safety, Pip Spence, talks about progress in the remotely piloted aircraft sector, emerging technologies and advanced air mobility. Speech
FAA UPN 2024-AAE-EHL-20230608-303 Updated: 6 March 2024 This notification advises all aircraft owners, operators, manufacturers, maintenance organizations, and parts suppliers and distributors of engine articles manufactured and distributed without Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) production… Airworthiness Directive notice
The CASA Briefing - March 2024 Updated: 5 March 2024 In this month's edition find out about our plan to improve our CVD policy for pilots, test our new website search features, the BVLOS regional survey results, the CEO update and more. CASA Briefing
FAA SAFO 24002 Updated: 28 February 2024 This SAFO provides information and guidance to operators and manufacturers regarding operations in a GPS/GNSS disrupted environment. Airworthiness Directive notice
DAME newsletter January 2024 Updated: 27 February 2024 In this month’s newsletter, find out about reporting ECGs, streamlining the certificate process, the Class 5 medical self-declaration scheme and more. DAME Newsletter
CAA NZ CAN 27-028 Updated: 26 February 2024 The purpose of this Continuing Airworthiness Notice (CAN) 27-028 is to advise MD helicopter operators and maintainers of a possible safety concern with the thruster control output drum assembly. Airworthiness Directive notice
Canadian CASA 2024-01 Updated: 26 February 2024 The purpose of this Civil Aviation Safety Alert (CASA) 2024-01 is to bring attention to the possible incorrect installation of the OFV coupling that can cause damage to the attachment points of the OFV and to the aircraft structure. Airworthiness Directive notice
Maintenance matters - February 2024 Updated: 15 February 2024 In this edition we talk more about the benefits of our modular licence pathway, aircraft engineer exams and we invite up and coming AMEs to apply for our 2024 scholarship program. Maintenance matters
Pilot safety hub newsletter - rotary - February 2024 Updated: 15 February 2024 In this rotary edition you'll find new flight planning content including an AvSafety investigation, information on minimum height rules and flight reviews, and more. Pilot safety hub newsletter
Pilot safety hub newsletter - fixed-wing - February 2024 Updated: 15 February 2024 In this edition you'll find brand new flight planning content including an AvSafety investigation video and an animated explainer of minimum height rules. Pilot safety hub newsletter
Temporary drone flying restrictions for Melbourne Updated: 12 February 2024 There will be temporary airspace restrictions in Melbourne from 2 to 8 March as the city hosts the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit. News
Temporary airspace restrictions for Melbourne Updated: 12 February 2024 Airspace to the south-east of Melbourne Airport is subject to temporary restrictions between 2 to 8 March as the city hosts the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit. News
CAA NZ CAN 27-027 - Guimbal Cabri G2 Main Rotor Swashplate Assembly Cracking Updated: 8 February 2024 This CAN is to advise operators and maintainers of Guimbal Cabri G2 helicopters, of a possible safety issue with the main rotor swashplate assembly. Airworthiness Directive notice
EASA SIB 2024-03R1 Updated: 7 February 2024 The content of this SIB is to notify Design approval holders of a modification installing Collins Aerospace (Collins) Satellite Based Augmentation Systems (SBAS) receivers of the incorrect processing of the integrity information message. Airworthiness Directive notice
Regulatory wrap-up January 2024 Updated: 7 February 2024 In the January 2024 edition of Reg wrap-up, catch up on the feedback we received on a number of consultations that closed in 2023. Regulatory Wrap-up
The CASA Briefing - February 2024 Updated: 5 February 2024 For the first 2024 edition, find out about our AME scholarships, protect yourself against a stealthy killer, dealing with immersed aircraft, our CEO update and more! CASA Briefing
Brazilian ANAC SAB 2024-01 Updated: 29 January 2024 This Special Airworthiness Bulletin (BEA) 2024-01 is intended to alert owners and operators of aircraft models described in the Applicability Section regarding the inspection/check of the Toilet Compartment Fire Extinguishers. Airworthiness Directive notice
EASA SIB 2024-02 Updated: 23 January 2024 The content of this SIB is to address a potential safety issue with the emergency exit safety barriers, by the development of an enhanced design of the safety barrier nozzle ends. These improved barriers are identified with a suffix C and added to… Airworthiness Directive notice
Pilot safety hub newsletter - January 2024 Updated: 19 January 2024 In this edition you'll find brand new flight planning content including a crash comic, a close call, an upcoming AvSafety webinar, and more. Pilot safety hub newsletter
Class 5 medical self-declaration summary of consultation available Updated: 19 January 2024 The summary of consultation and our responses on the new Class 5 medical self-declaration scheme has been published. News
Maintenance matters - January 2024 Updated: 18 January 2024 In this edition we provide details on the use of our Part 66 basic practical experience logbooks. Given recent floods in FNQ, we highlight the importance of checking an aircraft thoroughly before it is returned to service. Maintenance matters
Response to loss of control and collision with terrain event Updated: 11 January 2024 The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) is reminding pilots of the importance of pre-flight planning, interpreting weather forecasts and monitoring for deteriorating weather. Media release
DAME newsletter December 2023 Updated: 21 December 2023 In this month’s newsletter, find out about DAME grand rounds, Class 5 update, upcoming events, and service delivery statistics. DAME Newsletter
CASA inspectors work to ensure safety as foreign aircraft numbers bounce back Updated: 21 December 2023 A surge in international airline capacity has meant a busy year for CASA inspectors. Media release
EASA SIB 2023-13 Updated: 20 December 2023 The content of this SIB is based on the progress that has been made following previous events concerning the impact of volcanic ash activity on aviation and the subsequent discussions with aviation stakeholders. Airworthiness Directive notice
Pilot safety hub newsletter - December 2023 Updated: 15 December 2023 In this edition, you'll find details about on demand AvSafety webinar videos, airspace and TAF changes, bushfire safety and more. Pilot safety hub newsletter
Attention pilots: Kimberley airspace restrictions from 15 December 2023 to 30 May 2024 Updated: 15 December 2023 Airspace operating procedures around Truscott-Mungalalu are changing. News
Regulatory wrap-up November/December 2023 Updated: 14 December 2023 In this combined issue of Reg wrap-up for the months of November and December, find out what feedback we've received, changes to rules and regulations, changes to airspace and more. Regulatory Wrap-up
The CASA Briefing - December 2023 Updated: 11 December 2023 In this month's final edition find out our modular licensing reforms, update on Class 5 medicals, smoothing the way for firefighters and more. CASA Briefing
Maintenance matters - November/December 2023 Updated: 11 December 2023 In this edition we announce the availability of the modular licensing pathway - enabling aircraft maintenance engineers to get a licence sooner. Maintenance matters
CAA NZ CAN 73-006 Updated: 7 December 2023 The NZ CAA CAN 73-006 is revised to clarify the component maintenance requirements below and add a recommendation to replace parts which have reached the manufacturers recommended replacement interval. Airworthiness Directive notice
Know Your Drone: CASA launches nationwide challenge Updated: 4 December 2023 The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) has this week launched a new campaign urging recreational drone flyers to take up the challenge and quiz their knowledge of the drone safety rules. Media release
Collision avoidance requirement boosts safety Updated: 30 November 2023 Safety on smaller passenger carrying commercial aircraft will soon receive a significant boost from rules requiring wider use of technology that alerts pilots to hazardous terrain. Media release
Pilot safety hub newsletter - November 2023 Updated: 24 November 2023 In this edition, you'll find details about our upcoming weather webinar, newly released resources for pilots, and facts around bushfire safety. Also, tell us what content you'd like to see more of in 2024. Pilot safety hub newsletter
Response to fuel exhaustion event involving Robinson 44 II Updated: 22 November 2023 CASA is reminding pilots of the importance of effective fuel management and carefully following safety protocols and approved procedures, especially when conducting high-risk aviation activities, following a report released by the ATSB today. Media release
Improvements to Ballina airspace to come into effect from 2025 Updated: 21 November 2023 Airspace around Ballina Airport will be controlled by air traffic controllers from 2025 as CASA and Airservices Australia move to develop services to accommodate the airport’s growth. Media release
FAA SAIB 2023-14 Updated: 16 November 2023 This SAIB is to alert owners, operators, and maintenance personnel of a potential fractured clevis mounting boss on the main landing gear strut on Twin Commander Aircraft LLC Model 500A, 500B, 500S, 500U, 560-F, 680F, 680F(P), 680FL, 680FL(P), 680T,… Airworthiness Directive notice
EASA SIB 2023-12 Updated: 15 November 2023 EASA has issued this SIB to inform of an occurrence that has been reported of a missing nut on the bolted connection of the forward bell crank, located in the cabin and connecting the push-pull cable for stabilizer control, which could have led to… Airworthiness Directive notice
AAIB UK Bulletin S2/2023 Special Updated: 9 November 2023 This Special Bulletin is published to raise awareness of a recent occurrence in which several cabin windows on an Airbus A321 were damaged by high power lights used during a filming event. Airworthiness Directive notice
Focus on flight ops November 2023 Updated: 7 November 2023 In this edition we remind operators of the December deadlines of the deferred provisions for the flight operation rules, provide safety advice to Part 133 operators and update you with the latest guidance material. Flight operations newsletter
Regulatory wrap-up October 2023 Updated: 3 November 2023 In the October edition of Reg wrap-up, have your say on several open consultations including Class 5 medical self-declaration and access to Class C and D airspace. Regulatory Wrap-up
The CASA Briefing - November 2023 Updated: 2 November 2023 In this month’s CASA Briefing find out about Class 5 medicals, have your say on c and D controlled airspace, calls for checks on Cessna cables and more. CASA Briefing
CAA NZ CAN 05-016 Updated: 1 November 2023 The CAA has received a report of an incident where an operator experienced an in-flight failure of a cargo hook swing frame eyebolt attachment. Airworthiness Directive notice
EASA SIB 2023-11 Updated: 26 October 2023 EASA has issued this SIB to inform that occurrences have been reported of Hand Fire Extinguishers (HFE) out of weight tolerance for units that were in service for short period. Airworthiness Directive notice
Maintenance matters - October 2023 Updated: 24 October 2023 In this edition we update you on what's next with our proposed modular licensing structure and the progress made with the proposed maintenance rules for general aviation. Maintenance matters
FAA SAFO 23008 Updated: 24 October 2023 This SAFO alerts aircraft owners, operators, air agencies, suppliers, distributors, and maintenance personnel of the sale of salvaged BHT 206 parts. Airworthiness Directive notice
