Infrastructure and facilities limitations

Participants discussed risks from limited hangar space, maintenance facilities and curfews that restrict engine ground runs.

What can operators do?

Use your Safety Management System (SMS) to:

  • find risks
  • take steps to manage risks
  • monitor trends
  • consider aerodrome conditions before operations.

Put procedures in place to reduce risks to a safe level.

This may include working with the aerodrome or aircraft operator to address issues, such as checking apron conditions before line maintenance.

What are we doing and what have we already delivered?

We provide support to industry through timely exemptions where legalisation permits.

Published date: 24 April 2026
Online version available at: https://www.casa.gov.au//operations-safety-and-travel/safety-management-systems/sector-safety-risk-profiles/maintenance-activities-sector-safety-risk-profile/infrastructure-and-facilities-limitations
Back to top of page