NEW content status RPAS news - June 2025 Updated: 17 June 2025 This edition includes an update on the automated airspace authorisations trial, an opportunity to provide feedback on air mobility integration, information on our Safety Management System kit and more. RPAS news
NEW content status Groundbreaking roadmap for aircraft of the future released Updated: 17 June 2025 A landmark roadmap for advanced air mobility aircraft type certification established between national aviation authorities from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States has been released. Media release
NEW content status Transport Canada CASA 2025-08 Updated: 17 June 2025 The purpose of this Civil Aviation Safety Alert (CASA) is to raise awareness of a potential for accelerated wear between the cyclic and collective bellcranks and the transmission mounted bellcrank supports of Bell 429 helicopter. Airworthiness Directive notice
NEW content status The CASA Briefing - June 2025 Updated: 12 June 2025 In this Month's CASA Briefing, our CEO talks about the General Aviation Workplan, check out new resources in the pilot safety hub, read about the strong response to our Part 66 consultation and more! CASA Briefing
NEW content status The future of automated airspace authorisations and drone safety apps Updated: 11 June 2025 Later this year, the automated airspace authorisations (AAA) trial for commercial drone operations will transition to a permanent flight authorisation service delivered through Airservices Flight Information Management System (FIMS). News
NEW content status FAA SAIB 2025-05: Helicopter Fuel Indicating Systems - Fuel starvation risks when at high bank attitudes while dragging loads Updated: 11 June 2025 The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) reviewed five accidents involving helicopters that were conducting sideward-pulling Class C RLC operations. The NTSB investigation determined that helicopters are particularly susceptible to unporting… Airworthiness Directive notice
NEW content status Guidelines for vertical flight aircraft facilities Updated: 10 June 2025 We’re seeking feedback on a draft advisory circular (AC) on guidelines for vertical flight aircraft facilities at aerodromes designed for aeroplanes. News
Seeking feedback on using SIDs and STARs Updated: 4 June 2025 We’re surveying pilots and air traffic controllers across Australia and New Zealand on your experience with using Standard Instrument Departure (SID) and Standard Instrument Arrival (STAR) procedures. News
Focus on flight ops - June 2025 Updated: 4 June 2025 In this edition we remind rotorcraft operators of the transition deadline to the flight ops rules, open consultation on amendments to Part 138 MOS and publish a SOC. Flight operations newsletter
Pilot safety newsletter – Fixed-wing – June 2025 Updated: 3 June 2025 This edition features details on two AvSafety webinars on ramp checks and unstable approaches, three new safety articles, a pilot safety quiz, and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
Pilot safety newsletter – Rotary – June 2025 Updated: 3 June 2025 This edition features details on two AvSafety webinars on ramp checks and unstable approaches, three new safety articles, a helicopter pilot quiz, and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
Regulatory wrap-up May 2025 Updated: 3 June 2025 In the May 2025 issue of Reg wrap-up, read about recent changes to rules and regulations and view our consultations open for feedback. Regulatory Wrap-up
RPAS news - May 2025 Updated: 30 May 2025 This edition includes information on streamlining your operation application, the RPAS & AAM Roadmap webinar, digital licences and certificates, and more. RPAS news
Seeking feedback on Horn Island airspace Updated: 29 May 2025 We’re asking for feedback from airspace users on the airspace around Horn Island. News
Maintenance matters - May 2025 Updated: 15 May 2025 This month we’re inviting feedback on a framework to help our recognition of foreign State aircraft maintenance licences. Our 'May-tenance Month' celebrations have begun and we invite aircraft maintenance engineers to take the aviation safety pledge. Maintenance matters
FAA SAIB NE-11-56R5 - Engine Fuel and Control - Semi-Synthetic Jet Fuel Updated: 9 May 2025 This Revised Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) advises that jet fuel made from the following synthetic blending components that meet the requirements of ASTM International Standard D7566 are acceptable for use on aircraft and… Airworthiness Directive notice
The CASA Briefing - May 2025 Updated: 7 May 2025 In this month’s CASA Briefing, embrace the aviation safety pledge, ‘May-tenance Month’ takes off again, find out about our CO² survey, read the CEO update and more! CASA Briefing
Have your say on recognition of foreign aircraft maintenance engineer licences from recognised States Updated: 7 May 2025 We want your feedback on a framework that will assist our recognition of a foreign State’s aircraft maintenance licensing system. News
May-tenance Month webinars: tune in and learn more Updated: 7 May 2025 If you work in aircraft maintenance, our annual May-tenance Month series of short, informative webinars is just for you. News
Pilot safety newsletter – Fixed-wing – May 2025 Updated: 6 May 2025 This edition features animations on wake turbulence awareness and classes of airspace, an article on departure plans, an audio close call on performing go-arounds, and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
Pilot safety newsletter – Rotary – May 2025 Updated: 6 May 2025 This edition features animations on wake turbulence awareness and classes of airspace, an article on departure plans, conditions of cost sharing flights, and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
Aircraft maintainers: take the lead on safety – pledge today! Updated: 6 May 2025 Aircraft maintainers play a vital role in keeping aviation safe – and this May-tenance Month, we’re recognising that by inviting them to take the new Aviation safety pledge for aircraft maintainers. News
Regulatory wrap-up April 2025 Updated: 6 May 2025 In the April 2025 issue of Reg wrap-up read about the recent changes to rules and regulations and get an update on the latest ASAP meeting. Regulatory Wrap-up
May-tenance Month returns this May Updated: 1 May 2025 Get ready for May to go purple again as we shine a light on all things maintenance engineering during this year’s 'May-tenance Month'. News
ATSB report into forced landing Updated: 30 April 2025 CASA response to ATSB report on forced landing. Stating the facts
Stakeholder satisfaction survey 2025 Updated: 28 April 2025 We're surveying the aviation community to see how we’re performing and help us focus our efforts into the future. News
RPAS news - April 2025 Updated: 24 April 2025 This edition includes information on upgrading your RePL, record keeping requirements, the Specific Operations Risk Assessment (SORA) process, the new Aviation Safety Pledge and more. RPAS news
EASA SD 2025-01 Updated: 22 April 2025 This SD was published due to Rockwell Collins (doing business as Collins Aerospace) identified a non-compliance in the affected parts with respect to Radio Technical Commission for Aeronautics (RTCA) DO-229 standard. Airworthiness Directive notice
Canadian CASA 2025-04 Updated: 16 April 2025 The purpose of this Civil Aviation Safety Alert (CASA) is to raise awareness of a reported engine failure of an overhauled Continental IO-520-F engine. Airworthiness Directive notice
Maintenance matters - April 2025 Updated: 16 April 2025 This month we urge AgustaWestland AW139 operators to conduct an urgent, fleetwide inspection. We provide you with the latest Airworthiness Directives and give you a teaser of what we are planning for May-tenance month celebrations. Maintenance matters
Focus on flight ops - April 2025 Updated: 15 April 2025 In this edition we clarify our policy on back-up or alternate key personnel for Part 119 AOC holders, discuss safety culture and SMS, and permit additional aircraft equipment to be inoperative through an exemption. Flight operations newsletter
New campaign promotes safe holiday air travel Updated: 8 April 2025 Air travellers are being urged to pack power banks and spare batteries in their carry-on as part of an increased focus on reducing in-flight safety risks and travel disruptions. Media release
Pilot safety newsletter – Fixed-wing – April 2025 Updated: 4 April 2025 This edition features an invitation to take the new Aviation safety pledge, a new crash comic, an audio close call, details on an AvSafety webinar on Special VFR, and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
Pilot safety newsletter – Rotary – April 2025 Updated: 4 April 2025 This edition features an invitation to take the new Aviation safety pledge, a new crash comic, an audio close call, details on an AvSafety webinar on Special VFR, and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
Regulatory wrap-up March 2025 Updated: 3 April 2025 In the March 2025 issue 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 - April 2025 Updated: 2 April 2025 In this month's CASA Briefing find out about new dangerous good initiative, make a pledge for safety, apply for an AME scholarship, read the CEO update and more! CASA Briefing
RPAS news - March 2025 Updated: 1 April 2025 This edition includes information on conducting pre-flight checks, extension and clarification of drone and rocket operation rules, a new drone careers student guide and more. RPAS news
New system to reassess aerodrome pavement strength Updated: 27 March 2025 We're seeking feedback on a proposal to amend the Part 139 Manual of Standards to enable the implementation of a new system for assessing and reporting the strength of aerodrome pavements. News
Regulatory wrap-up February 2025 Updated: 27 March 2025 In the February 2025 issue of Reg wrap-up, read about recent changes to rules and regulations and view our consultations open for feedback. Regulatory Wrap-up
A new dangerous goods campaign: Pack Right. Safe Flight. Updated: 25 March 2025 We have launched a new dangerous goods campaign to help travellers understand what they can and can’t pack. News
Introducing the Aviation Safety Pledge Updated: 25 March 2025 We’re inviting pilots and aviation organisations across Australia to take the Aviation safety pledge – a voluntary commitment to actions that help keep aviation safe. News
Proposed changes to rules for aerodrome rescue and firefighting services Updated: 21 March 2025 Have your say on the proposed changes to the Manual of Standards (MOS) for Aerodrome rescue and firefighting services (Subpart 139H). News
Maintenance matters - March 2025 Updated: 20 March 2025 This month we provide you with details on what you need to do to keep your licence current and provide you with the latest airworthiness directives. Maintenance matters
Soar to new heights with an AME scholarship Updated: 18 March 2025 Applications are now open for CASA’s aircraft maintenance engineers (AME) scholarship program. News
Pilot safety newsletter – Fixed-wing – March 2025 Updated: 13 March 2025 This edition features an animation on operating at aircraft landing areas, details on an upcoming AvSafety webinar on electronic flight bags, a safety article on NOTAMS, and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
Pilot safety newsletter – Rotary – March 2025 Updated: 13 March 2025 This edition features an animation on operating at aircraft landing areas, details on an upcoming AvSafety webinar on electronic flight bags, a safety article on NOTAMS, and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
CAA UK Safety Notice SN-2025/004 Version 2 Updated: 11 March 2025 The purpose of this Safety Notice is to alert owners and operators of affected aircraft models, regarding the inspection/check of the Toilet and Galley Waste Bin Fire Extinguishers Airworthiness Directive notice
The CASA Briefing - March 2025 Updated: 6 March 2025 In this month's CASA Briefing, find out where to meet us at the Avalon Airshow, get the latest on the Class 5 medical review, how to get printed Part 61 plain English guides, the CEO update and more. CASA Briefing
Review finds Southport airspace safe Updated: 6 March 2025 A Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) review of Southport airspace has found that the airspace classification and design is appropriate and safe. News
Airspace review in the Pilbara region Updated: 6 March 2025 CASA will progress and support several actions to enhance operations in the Pilbara region. News
