NEW content status Transport Canada CASA 2025-09 Updated: 10 July 2025 The purpose of this Civil Aviation Safety Alert (CASA) is to raise awareness of reported pilot cyclic stick tubes cracking on Bell 407 model helicopters, which are also installed on other Bell model helicopters. Airworthiness Directive notice
NEW content status New Plain English Guide for Part 133 rotorcraft operators Updated: 7 July 2025 Rotorcraft operators now have access to a new Plain English Guide that clearly explains the regulations under Part 133 (including Part 119) of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations (CASRs). News
NEW content status New safety resources in 20 languages help holiday travellers pack right Updated: 7 July 2025 As the school holiday travel rush begins, the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) is urging passengers to pack right – and is making it easier than ever, with lithium battery and dangerous goods safety advice now available in 20 languages. Media release
NEW content status Provide feedback on radio altimeter requirements due to 5G transmissions Updated: 7 July 2025 We are working with the aviation industry and the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) to ensure flight safety during the expansion of the 5G network in Australia. News
NEW content status Pilot safety newsletter – Fixed-wing – July 2025 Updated: 2 July 2025 This edition features details on an AvSafety webinar on night VFR, an animation on radio frequencies for non-controlled airspace, and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
NEW content status Pilot safety newsletter – Rotary – July 2025 Updated: 2 July 2025 This edition features details on an AvSafety webinar on night VFR, an animation on radio frequencies for non-controlled airspace, and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
Regulatory wrap-up June 2025 Updated: 1 July 2025 In the June issue of Reg wrap-up, have your say in our open consultations and get an update on the latest ASAP meeting. Regulatory Wrap-up
CAA NZ CAN 27-029 Revision 1 - MD 369D and 369E helicopters - Four Bladed Tail Rotor Hub Assembly, Hub Cracking Updated: 25 June 2025 The purpose of this CAN is to notify helicopter operators and maintenance providers of a recent occurrence reported to the CAA of significant cracks found in the 4 Bladed Tail Rotor Hub of a MD500 helicopter. Note: Revision 1 is raised to amend the… Airworthiness Directive notice
Post-implementation review underway for Class 5 medical self-declaration scheme Updated: 24 June 2025 We are conducting a post-implementation review on the Class 5 medical self-declaration scheme. News
RAAA Regional Roadshow 2025 Updated: 23 June 2025 Read the speech delivered by CASA CEO and Director of Aviation Safety, Pip Spence at the Regional Aviation Association of Australia roadshow in the Sunshine Coast. Speech
Maintenance matters - June 2025 Updated: 19 June 2025 This edition covers our recent consultation on foreign licence recognition, announces the 2025 AME scholarship winners, wraps up May-tenance month, and shares new Airworthiness Directives. Maintenance matters
RPAS in Australian Skies conference 2025 Updated: 19 June 2025 Read the keynote speech delivered by CASA’s Director of Aviation Safety, Pip Spence delivered at the 2025 RPAS in Australian Skies conference in Canberra. Speech
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
