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EASA SIB 2023-02 This SIB notifies operators and maintainers of DHC-8 aeroplanes of the danger of premature wear in aileron cables. 2 Feb 2023 Airworthiness Directive notice
Regulatory wrap-up January 2023 In January’s Regulatory wrap-up, learn about our current consultations, newly published rules and regulations, join our vertiport webinar, and more. 2 Feb 2023 Regulatory Wrap-up
CAA NZ CAN 51-004 The purpose of this Continuing Airworthiness Notice (CAN) is to alert operators and maintainers of a significant crack found in the upper vertical fin of a Hughes 369HS helicopter. 31 Jan 2023 Airworthiness Directive notice
Track your enquiries online We’ve launched a new service to help you keep track of the questions you send us and monitor our responses. 30 Jan 2023 News
CAA NZ CAN 27-019 Revision 2 The purpose of this Continuing Airworthiness Notice (CAN) is to alert operators and maintainers of Guimbal Cabri G2 helicopters of a possible safety issue with the main rotor flight control pitch links. 27 Jan 2023 Airworthiness Directive notice
CAA NZ CAN 27-021 Revision 1 This CAN is revised to advise that MDHI have released a Service Letter and updated the relevant aircraft ICA and introduced an inspection for the pilots interconnecting cyclic pitch torque tube assembly. 27 Jan 2023 Airworthiness Directive notice
EASA SIB 2023-01 SIB 2023-01 is published to inform operators of cracking in flight control ends of HG Cabri G2 helicopters 27 Jan 2023 Airworthiness Directive notice
EASA SIB 2013-04R2 SIB 2013-04R2 is published to ensure that Emergency Locator Transmitters are mounted securely. 24 Jan 2023 Airworthiness Directive notice
Pilot safety hub newsletter - January 2023 Get ready, get set for our flight planning safety topic. In this edition you'll find a wealth of information on wire strike prevention, how to approach proper flight planning and links to free downloads and tools. 16 Jan 2023 News
Bonza cleared for take-off The Civil Aviation Safety Authority today issued an Air Operator’s Certificate (AOC) to new Australian airline Bonza after the carrier submitted final documents and successfully completed proving flights. 12 Jan 2023 Media release
Regulations for the Ockerby Gardens Helicopter landing site We take a look at safety regulations for helicopter landing sites. 11 Jan 2023 Stating the facts
FAA SAFO 23001 - CL-600 This SAFO serves to alert air carriers and commercial operators of the potential for damage to the NLG when using certain towing procedures 10 Jan 2023 Airworthiness Directive notice
EASA SIB 2022-11 SIB 2022-11 is published to ensure that operators and de-icing crew are aware the TCCA’s recommendations regarding anti-icing fluids. 20 Dec 2022 Airworthiness Directive notice
November to December 2022 Regulatory wrap-up In November/December's end-of-year Regulatory wrap-up, learn about our current consultations, rules and regulations, recently published guidance materials, upcoming vertiport design webinars, and more. 19 Dec 2022 Regulatory Wrap-up
New Safety Management System resource booklet for drones A new safety management system (SMS) resource booklet designed specifically for commercial drone or remotely piloted aircraft system (RPAS) operators, is now available. 19 Dec 2022 News
Have your say on a modular AME licensing structure Consultation is now open on our proposal to develop a progressive, modular aircraft maintenance engineer licence structure. 16 Dec 2022 News
Ballina airspace review published We have published the airspace review of Ballina, New South Wales. 16 Dec 2022 News
Australia signs MoU with Tonga Civil Aviation Division The Civil Aviation Safety Authority has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Tonga Civil Aviation Division. 14 Dec 2022 News
Pilot safety hub newsletter - December 2022 Did you miss out on AvSafety expert weather webinars, podcasts and accident investigation videos? In this edition pick up useful tips and test your weather knowledge. 14 Dec 2022 News
CASA Briefing December 2022 The December 2022 CASA Briefing discusses the following topics: invitations to comment on several different consultations, our Christmas period shutdown, and the release of the Mangalore aeronautical study. 13 Dec 2022 CASA Briefing
What can I do next? 7 December 2022 edition In this edition we explain the 2023 deferred provisions timeline, remind you of the CASA Christmas shutdown, and alert you of the new air display advisory circular. 12 Dec 2022 Flight operations newsletter
Have your say on options for aircraft maintenance type ratings We are seeking your feedback on proposed improvements to aircraft maintenance type ratings. 12 Dec 2022 News
MRS and dangerous goods now inside myCASA Applying for a medical and reporting dangerous goods have joined the array of online services available through the Civil Aviation Safety Authority’s (CASA) portal, myCASA, using a single login. 9 Dec 2022 News
Seeking feedback on parachuting Manual of Standards We are seeking feedback on the proposed Manual of Standards (MOS) for the rules governing parachuting activities. 8 Dec 2022 News
FAA SAIB CE-29-01 R1 This SAIB relates to Textron Model 172R and 172S airplanes, specifically failure of the “Sensor-Oil Pressure (Hobbs Switch) 8 Dec 2022 Airworthiness Directive notice
FAA SAIB 2022-23 - Propellers - Incomplete Inspections This SAIB advises owners and operators that certain propellers may have had incomplete inspections performed at their last overhaul by Stockton Propeller, Inc. (SPI) 8 Dec 2022 Airworthiness Directive notice
Mangalore aeronautical study: final report published We have published the final report of the Mangalore aeronautical study. We are now actioning the recommendations. 7 Dec 2022 News
Passengers, please pack your patience Travellers are being urged to keep the festive spirit alive this holiday season by following the rules and showing consideration to fellow passengers and airline staff. 7 Dec 2022 News
Have your say on future BVLOS operations Consultation has opened for future exam and standards for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations. 7 Dec 2022 News
General Aviation Workplan - December 2022 Updates CASA has updated the General Aviation Workplan to reflect progress implementing the initiatives. 6 Dec 2022 News
Aerodome safety checks in Victoria and South Australia Residents of communities in Victoria and South Australia may see an aircraft flying unusually low over the next week as the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) carries out important flight path safety checks. 6 Dec 2022 Media release
Better training and assessment for aerial mustering endorsements You told us there are practical barriers to the efficient conduct of flight training and entry control testing for aerial mustering endorsements. 1 Dec 2022 News
Have your say on the future of vertiport design We’re seeking industry feedback through a public consultation on a new type of aerodrome for vertical take-off and landing capable aircraft. 30 Nov 2022 News
FAA Unapproved Parts Notification 2022-S20210727018 An FAA Unapproved Parts Notice for Mooney Landing Gear Lock Blocks 25 Nov 2022 Airworthiness Directive notice
FAA SAIB 2022-21 - Robinson R44 An FAA SAIB about Robinson R44 emergency floats under inflating 24 Nov 2022 Airworthiness Directive notice
Online services over the holidays Start planning – our offices will close from 24 December 2022 to 2 January 2023 (inclusive). 21 Nov 2022 News
What can I do next? 15 November 2022 edition In this edition we explain that you have two weeks left to submit your SMS implementation plan and offer an invitation to register to participate in a TWG. 16 Nov 2022 Flight operations newsletter
How we ensure safety with a new airline Find out the facts about how we certify airlines as safe to fly in Australia. 14 Nov 2022 Stating the facts
CAA NZ CAN 70-001 The CAA of New Zealand has published Continuing Airworthiness Notice (CAN) 70-001 about a safety concern for Arriel 1D1 engines installed on AS350 aircraft. 11 Nov 2022 Airworthiness Directive notice
Runways and island operations in the Torres Strait We look at safety regulations around minimum take-off and landing buffers for runways and island operations in the Torres Strait. 9 Nov 2022 Stating the facts
System outage - Aurion System maintenance and upgrades from 3 pm Friday 11 November until 9 am AEDT Monday 14 November. 9 Nov 2022 News
Regulatory wrap-up October 2022 In October’s Reg wrap-up, have your say on a current consultation, register to join a Techincal Working Group, learn more about the upcoming Safety Management Systems webinars, and more. 3 Nov 2022 Regulatory Wrap-up
Pilot safety hub newsletter - November 2022 Have you watched the revised Out-n-Back video series yet? Check it out as well as our latest Close Call where we hear from a pilot who reminds us to take fuel drains before each flight. 3 Nov 2022 News
Updates to guidance material A range of guidance material and documents on our website are being updated as part of an administrative review. 2 Nov 2022 News
Expressions of interest for Technical Working Group register Would you like to use your aviation expertise to help out on safety and regulatory proposals? Register your expression of interest in joining our TWG. 2 Nov 2022 News
The CASA Briefing - November 2022 In the October 2022 CASA Briefing, read about the release of the updated Out-n-Back video series, the transfer of the MRS onto myCASA, and Grade 1 flight instructors getting new privileges. 1 Nov 2022 CASA Briefing
DAME Newsletter - October 2022 In this month’s newsletter, find out about the MRS moving to myCASA, upcoming events, and service delivery statistics. 26 Oct 2022 DAME Newsletter
New edition of the SMS resource kit released We have just released the latest edition of the SMS resource kit. 26 Oct 2022 News
