RPAS news - January 2025 Published: 22 January 2025 This edition covers new consumer advice for hiring drone operators, updates on faster airspace approvals for certified operators at additional airports, an on-demand BVLOS webinar and more. RPAS news
Updated guide for accredited drone operators Published: 16 January 2025 We've released an updated version for the Part 101 Plain English guide for Micro and Excluded RPA operations. News
Have your say on guidance for radiotelephony procedures Published: 15 January 2025 We're seeking feedback on our draft advisory circular (AC) on radiotelephony procedures. News
Pilot safety newsletter – Fixed-wing – January 2025 Published: 14 January 2025 This edition features a new crash comic, a fixed-wing pilot quiz, an audio close call on a flight planning fail, new international resources, and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
Pilot safety newsletter – Rotary – January 2025 Published: 14 January 2025 This edition features a new crash comic, a helicopter pilot quiz, an audio close call on a flight planning fail, new international resources, and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
A first for CASA – symposium on airworthiness of hydrogen and fuel cells for civil aircraft propulsion Published: 13 January 2025 CASA's Airworthiness and Engineering Branch is hosting a symposium on airworthiness of hydrogen and fuel cells systems as a primary propulsion for civil aircraft. News
EASA SIB 2017-16R1 Published: 20 December 2024 Reports were received of damaged aspirators in certain Goodrich (UTAS) emergency evacuation slides, P/N 7A1509-(series), installed on Airbus A330/A340 aeroplanes, doors 3 type 1. Airworthiness Directive notice
Quiz challenge launches new drone safety campaign Published: 18 December 2024 The Civil Aviation Safety Authority is calling on Aussie drone users to put their knowledge to the test with a quick quiz to prove their drone safety know-how and see if they can beat the average score. Media release
Regulatory wrap-up November to December 2024 Published: 16 December 2024 In the combined November and December issue of Reg wrap-up, read about the latest summaries of consultation and changes to the rules and regulations. Regulatory Wrap-up
Safe holiday air travel your priority Published: 16 December 2024 Travellers taking to the skies these school holidays are being urged to follow 3 simple steps for making safety a personal priority. Media release
Access to controlled airspace and controlled aerodromes for sport and recreation pilots Published: 13 December 2024 CASA will expand access to controlled airspace for sport and recreation pilots from 2025. News
RPAS news - December 2024 Published: 12 December 2024 This edition covers the updated RPAS and AAM Strategic Regulatory Roadmap, new military operating areas, and key RPAS updates from 2024. RPAS news
Summary of Consultation - Aerial work certificate holders policy to allow the transport of firefighting personnel Published: 12 December 2024 We’ve published a summary of consultation on our proposal to allow aerial work certificate holders to carry personnel involved in firefighting activities in certain circumstances to and from a fireground in rotorcraft. News
Australia unveils updated roadmap to support advancements in aviation Published: 11 December 2024 We’ve released the updated RPAS and AAM Strategic Regulatory Roadmap. News
Pilot safety newsletter - Rotary - December 2024 Published: 9 December 2024 The final edition for 2024 includes an animation on understanding icing conditions, an upcoming AvSafety webinar on aviation decision-making, an article on safely navigating cold fronts, a pilot safety quiz and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
Pilot safety newsletter - Fixed-wing - December 2024 Published: 9 December 2024 The final edition for 2024 includes an animation on understanding icing conditions, an upcoming AvSafety webinar on aviation decision-making, an article on safely navigating cold fronts, a pilot safety quiz and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
Proposed Bankstown Airport Southeast VFR Corridor – Summary of consultation published Published: 9 December 2024 We have published the results of the consultation and the feedback received. News
Collaboration on advanced air mobility Published: 6 December 2024 CASA staff attend international technical familiarisation meeting in the USA. News
Maintenance matters - December 2024 Published: 6 December 2024 In this edition we announce new stand-down periods for LAME exams; talk about changes aimed at improving LAME numbers; provide you the latest airworthiness directives and access to the latest ATSB reports. Maintenance matters
The CASA Briefing - December 2024 Published: 5 December 2024 In this month’s CASA Briefing, find out about faster airspace access for drone operators, review the preferred airspace design for Ballina, ADS-B rebate expanded, CEO update and more! CASA Briefing
New stand-down periods for LAME exams provide relief for applicants Published: 5 December 2024 We are reducing the stand-down periods after a failed Part 66 module exam. News
Final military operating areas now in force Published: 2 December 2024 Over the last year we have been rolling out the introduction of military operating areas at Defence bases across Australia. This process is now complete. News
Drone operators benefit from faster airspace access at more airports Published: 28 November 2024 CASA and Airservices have worked collaboratively to ensure the trial operates to the highest safety standards. Media release
Faster airspace access for drone operators at 6 new locations Published: 28 November 2024 Apply for fast authorisations to fly safely in controlled areas under an expansion of the automated airspace authorisations trial. News
RPAS news - November 2024 Published: 27 November 2024 This edition includes information on an upcoming webinar, information about the extended automated airspace authorisations trial, important holiday dates, and more. RPAS news
Webinar: Assessing ground risk for BVLOS drone operations Published: 18 November 2024 Join us for a free webinar designed to help you to apply to conduct beyond visual line-of-sight (BVLOS) operations. News
Review the preferred airspace design for Ballina Published: 13 November 2024 You can now review the preferred design for controlled airspace around Ballina Airport. News
Pilot safety newsletter - Fixed-wing - November 2024 Published: 8 November 2024 This edition includes an animation on interpreting windsocks, details on an upcoming webinar on aviation weather forecasts, an article on managing wind shear and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
Pilot safety newsletter - Rotary - November 2024 Published: 8 November 2024 This edition includes an animation on interpreting windsocks, details on an upcoming webinar on aviation weather forecasts, a new guide for helicopter pilots and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
The CASA Briefing - November 2024 Published: 6 November 2024 In this month’s CASA Briefing, find out about our new Part 61 guide for flight crew licensing (helicopter category) plain English guide, have your say on accidental laser emissions, get hot tips for the fire season, read the CEO column and more! CASA Briefing
Online services over the holidays Published: 5 November 2024 Start planning – our offices will close from 25 December 2024 to 1 January 2025 (inclusive). News
Regulatory wrap-up October 2024 Published: 5 November 2024 In the October issue of Reg wrap-up, read about recent and upcoming changes to the rules and regulations plus view our recently published summaries of consultation. Regulatory Wrap-up
New user-friendly guide available for helicopter pilots Published: 5 November 2024 Our Civil Aviation Safety Regulation Part 61 flight crew licensing (helicopter category) guide is out now – the latest addition to our catalogue of guidance material. News
Focus on flight ops - October 2024 Published: 31 October 2024 In this issue we discuss operating in a rotorcraft performance class and provide information about the extensions to certain Part 121 MOS transitional provisions. Flight operations newsletter
The Pacific and Australasian CRM Developers’ and Facilitators’ Forum 2024 (PACDEFF) Published: 30 October 2024 Read the keynote speech by CASA's Director of Aviation Safety, Pip Spence, delivered at the 2024 Pacific and Australasian CRM Developers' and Facilitators' Forum (PACDEFF). Speech
RPAS news - October 2024 Published: 29 October 2024 This edition includes clearer guidance for BVLOS applications, planning flight authorisations, an automated airspace update, drone safety sponsorship and more! RPAS news
Changes to MCC training authorisations Published: 28 October 2024 We are introducing a conversion process for the multi-crew pilot training endorsement (MCP-TE). It applies to pilots who hold or have held an MCC training approval and an instructor rating. News
Clearer guidance for BVLOS applications Published: 22 October 2024 We've introduced new population density bands, which will lower the ground risk classification for remote drone operations. This update incorporates elements from the latest specific operations risk assessment (SORA) 2.5 version. News
Maintenance matters - October 2024 Published: 17 October 2024 This month we talk about the importance of continuing airworthiness; help you stay current with the latest ADs; and for all the safety managers out there, our safety manager scholarships are back! Maintenance matters
Have your say on guidance for protecting pilots from accidental laser emissions Published: 15 October 2024 We are consulting on a draft advisory circular (AC) that provides guidance for aerodrome operators and light show operators on how to effectively manage risks to aircraft when planning laser shows. News
Pilot safety newsletter - Fixed-wing - October 2024 Published: 9 October 2024 This edition includes a new crash comic, an audio close call, explaining the rules videos, an article on avoiding VFR into inadvertent IMC, and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
Pilot safety newsletter - Rotary - October 2024 Published: 9 October 2024 This edition includes a new crash comic, a pilot quiz, explaining the rules videos, an article on avoiding VFR into inadvertent IMC, and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
The CASA Briefing - October 2024 Published: 2 October 2024 In this month’s CASA Briefing get fitted to protect against 5G, our safety manager scholarships are back, explore our on-demand AvSafety webinars, read the CEO update and more. CASA Briefing
Get fitted to protect against 5G by 31 March 2026 Published: 1 October 2024 Operators who fly certain instrument approach procedures must upgrade their radio altimeter (radalt) equipment before 31 March 2026. News
Regulatory wrap-up September 2024 Published: 1 October 2024 In the September issue of Reg wrap-up, read about recent changes to rules and regulations and view our consultations open for feedback. Regulatory Wrap-up
Return of safety manager scholarship Published: 27 September 2024 Are you an aviation safety manager or do you know someone who is? If so, why not apply for one of our safety manager scholarships or encourage a colleague to put their name in the running? News
Maintenance matters - September 2024 Published: 23 September 2024 This month we talk about the welcome increase in LAME numbers and a safety advisory notice for DHC-1 Chipmunk maintainers and owners. Maintenance matters
RPAS news - September 2024 Published: 19 September 2024 This edition includes guidance on the importance of submitting early applications for flight authorisations, information on how to vary remotely piloted aircraft operator certificates and updates on the new BVLOS application form and checklist. RPAS news
CASA wins national inclusion award Published: 19 September 2024 Our people recognised for their efforts to build a safe and inclusive workplace. News
RPAS news - August 2024 Published: 13 September 2024 This edition includes streamline applications for operations over or near people, the importance of sticking to flight authorisations and advance operations. RPAS news
