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We have identified this as a priority task, and we have started working on it. We plan to deliver guidance progressively between now and Q2 2026.
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AA6: Publish guidance on the evidence required for RPAS airworthiness and operational safety goals
Work with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and operators to develop procedures and guidance for medium risk RPAS airworthiness. Improve existing regulatory pathways to allow a risk-based approach to RPAS operations.
Principle: Risk and outcome-based.
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AM1: Through the AFAF, develop a transparent, consistent, and scalable method to manage Australian airspace that supports RPAS and AAM integration
Develop an overarching framework to align and integrate all airspace users, including RPAS, AAM and high-altitude operations. The AFAF is a component of Australia’s long-term airspace reforms.
Principle: Adaptive and scalable.
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Q3
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Work on AFAF is progressing. We conducted a review of the TWG tasking instructions and membership to ensure adequate representation of emerging technologies. We held a TWG meeting in November 2024 with new members in attendance.
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OP3: Work with first responder agencies to enable safe operations and improve safety education
We maintain liaison with first responder agencies to enhance education on the safe operation of RPAS and regularly review policies and procedures that support operations.
Principle: Balanced and socially responsible.
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Q4
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We continue to support State and Territory first responders, to develop procedure manuals for scenario-based operations used in emergencies or recovery efforts.
We may issue exemption instruments from certain regulations to enable the efficient and timely use of RPAS during emergencies.
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PE1: Begin implementation of regulatory and system changes following the review of RePL requirements
Begin implementing regulatory and system changes based on RePL requirements review. Future-proof the licensing system to accommodate industry growth and evolving concepts of operation. This could include streamlined pathways for medium RPAS licensing.
Principle: Adaptive and scalable.
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Q4
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We are working with industry through a TWG, established by the Aviation Safety Advisory Panel, on medium category and broader RPAS licensing framework improvements.
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AM4a: Initial implementation to ease identified risks and support RPAS airspace integration
Begin implementation towards RPAS airspace integration to mitigate identified risks, facilitate progress, and help gain broader acceptance from all airspace users. This includes maturing systems building from trials for automated airspace authorisations for ReOC holders within 5.5 km of selected controlled airports.
Principle: Adaptive and scalable.
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We expanded the automated airspace authorisations trial (AAAT), a joint initiative by CASA and Airservices.
More than 1,400 automated flight authorisations have been processed. This has saved industry more than $1.2 million in application fees.
CASA continues to work with Airservices to expand authorisations to all civil-controlled aerodromes via FIMS at the end of 2025.
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