Focus on flight ops - May 2024 Published: 7 May 2024 In this edition we announce the 2024 training and checking systems transition timelines, provide you with a new sample training and checking systems manual, and remind you that key personnel training is available. Flight operations newsletter
The CASA Briefing - May 2024 Published: 2 May 2024 In this month’s CASA Briefing, the revised flight operations timelines are revealed, find out about access to Class C and Class D airspace, read the CEO update and more. CASA Briefing
2024 transition timelines for flight operations regulations Published: 2 May 2024 Recently we announced our intention to adjust the transition process for training and checking systems (TCS) requirements for air transport operators, as well as rotorcraft performance standards that form part of the new flight operations… News
Maintenance Month takes flight Published: 1 May 2024 Get ready for the month of May to turn purple as we're shining a light on all thing's maintenance engineering. News
FAA SAIB 2024-03 Published: 26 April 2024 The FAA was notified of an accident in which an AT-802 departed the runway during landing rollout, resulting in substantial damage to the airplane Airworthiness Directive notice
Transport Canada CASA 2024-03 Published: 26 April 2024 The purpose of this Civil Aviation Safety Alert (CASA) is to provide awareness of corrosion affecting the inboard flap spigot tubes and the internal structure of the mid and outboard flaps on BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 aeroplanes. Airworthiness Directive notice
Access to Class C and Class D controlled airspace for sport and recreation aircraft Published: 23 April 2024 Read the summary of consultation and find out the next steps for Access to Class C and Class D controlled airspace. News
Pilot safety hub newsletter - rotary - April 2024 Published: 15 April 2024 In this rotary edition, we turn our focus to Controlled aerodromes and operations. New content includes an animated Crash Comic, an audio Close call, pilot quizzes and more. Pilot safety hub newsletter
Pilot safety hub newsletter - fixed-wing - April 2024 Published: 15 April 2024 In this edition, we turn our focus to Controlled aerodromes and operations. New content includes an animated Crash Comic, an audio Close call, pilot quizzes and more. Pilot safety hub newsletter
Maintenance matters - April 2024 Published: 15 April 2024 In this edition we help you understand the certification privileges and limitations of a Part 66 modular licence, provide examples of the modular licence career pathways, and talk career moves with one of our AME scholarship program winners. Maintenance matters
Updates to Part 101 Manual of Standards (MOS) now available Published: 9 April 2024 We have updated the Part 101 Manual of Standards (MOS). News
FAA SAIB 2024-02 Published: 5 April 2024 This SAIB alerts all owners, operators, maintenance technicians, and inspectors of certain Revo Colonial/ Lake Aircraft to potential cracks in the wing rear attach beam assembly and hole-quality issues that have been identified in a significant… Airworthiness Directive notice
Regulatory wrap-up March 2024 Published: 5 April 2024 In the March 2024 Reg wrap-up, we highlight new guidance materials for balloon operators and new rules for assessing and reporting runway surface conditions. Regulatory Wrap-up
Get ready for the new-look CASA online store Published: 5 April 2024 We’re excited to announce the CASA online store will soon be receiving a makeover, with lots of new features and enhancements. News
The CASA Briefing - April 2024 Published: 3 April 2024 In this month’s CASA Briefing find out about our Gold Coast drone campaign, the CO monitor survey results, our new guide for balloons and hot air airships, CEO update and more. CASA Briefing
Pilots urged to correctly stow baggage and other items Published: 3 April 2024 The Civil Aviation Safety Authority is reminding pilots and operators of the importance of properly restraining cargo and baggage. Media release
Have your say on colour vision deficiency policy Published: 27 March 2024 We're seeking feedback on 2 testing options for colour vision deficient pilots not able to pass prescribed clinical vision tests through a legislative instrument. News
Assessing and reporting runway surface conditions – new rules Published: 27 March 2024 To improve runway safety, we are introducing new reporting rules for runway surface conditions based on international standards. News
Pilot safety hub newsletter - rotary - March 2024 Published: 19 March 2024 Text: In this rotary edition, you'll find flight planning content including a video explaining VMC for helicopters, a helicopter pilot quiz, AvSafety webinar recordings, and more. Pilot safety hub newsletter
Pilot safety hub newsletter - fixed-wing - March 2024 Published: 19 March 2024 In this edition, you'll find flight planning content including a video explaining VFR alternates, AvSafety webinar recordings, an audio close call, and more. Pilot safety hub newsletter
Maintenance matters - March 2024 Published: 19 March 2024 In this edition, we promote the Part 66 modular licence logbook and user guide, announce the safety manager scholarship winners, and have tips on finding an airworthiness delegate. Maintenance matters
Help ensure safe rollout of expanded 5G services in Australia Published: 18 March 2024 The Civil Aviation Safety Authority is working with the aviation industry and the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) to ensure aviation safety during the introduction of expanded 5G services in Australia. News
Focus on flight ops - March 2024 Published: 12 March 2024 In this edition we are getting things ready for the next set of transition deadlines, remind you of your responsibilities to know your operations manual, and countdown to Part 121 training and checking systems transition deadline. Flight operations newsletter
EASA SIB 2024-04 Published: 8 March 2024 The content of this SIB is to raise awareness about the risk emerging from using high power lights close to aircraft structures. Airworthiness Directive notice
Regulatory wrap-up February 2024 Published: 7 March 2024 In the February 2024 edition of Reg wrap-up, read about changes to rules and regulations, airspace updates and more. Regulatory Wrap-up
RPAS in Australian Skies speech Published: 7 March 2024 CASA CEO and Director of Aviation Safety, Pip Spence, talks about progress in the remotely piloted aircraft sector, emerging technologies and advanced air mobility. Speech
FAA UPN 2024-AAE-EHL-20230608-303 Published: 6 March 2024 This notification advises all aircraft owners, operators, manufacturers, maintenance organizations, and parts suppliers and distributors of engine articles manufactured and distributed without Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) production… Airworthiness Directive notice
The CASA Briefing - March 2024 Published: 5 March 2024 In this month's edition find out about our plan to improve our CVD policy for pilots, test our new website search features, the BVLOS regional survey results, the CEO update and more. CASA Briefing
Plan to improve colour vision deficiency policy for pilots Published: 29 February 2024 Consultation will soon be underway on a proposal to formalise colour vision testing options for pilots unable to pass clinical colour vision tests. News
FAA SAFO 24002 Published: 28 February 2024 This SAFO provides information and guidance to operators and manufacturers regarding operations in a GPS/GNSS disrupted environment. Airworthiness Directive notice
DAME newsletter January 2024 Published: 27 February 2024 In this month’s newsletter, find out about reporting ECGs, streamlining the certificate process, the Class 5 medical self-declaration scheme and more. DAME Newsletter
CAA NZ CAN 27-028 Published: 26 February 2024 The purpose of this Continuing Airworthiness Notice (CAN) 27-028 is to advise MD helicopter operators and maintainers of a possible safety concern with the thruster control output drum assembly. Airworthiness Directive notice
Canadian CASA 2024-01 Published: 26 February 2024 The purpose of this Civil Aviation Safety Alert (CASA) 2024-01 is to bring attention to the possible incorrect installation of the OFV coupling that can cause damage to the attachment points of the OFV and to the aircraft structure. Airworthiness Directive notice
Maintenance matters - February 2024 Published: 15 February 2024 In this edition we talk more about the benefits of our modular licence pathway, aircraft engineer exams and we invite up and coming AMEs to apply for our 2024 scholarship program. Maintenance matters
Recognising excellence in aviation safety management Published: 15 February 2024 The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) today announced the winners of its safety manager scholarship program aimed at boosting aviation safety in Australia. News
Pilot safety hub newsletter - rotary - February 2024 Published: 15 February 2024 In this rotary edition you'll find new flight planning content including an AvSafety investigation, information on minimum height rules and flight reviews, and more. Pilot safety hub newsletter
Pilot safety hub newsletter - fixed-wing - February 2024 Published: 15 February 2024 In this edition you'll find brand new flight planning content including an AvSafety investigation video and an animated explainer of minimum height rules. Pilot safety hub newsletter
Have your say on all-weather operations at aerodromes Published: 13 February 2024 We are consulting on a draft advisory circular (AC) that will provide guidance and information on all-weather operations at aerodromes. News
Temporary drone flying restrictions for Melbourne Published: 12 February 2024 There will be temporary airspace restrictions in Melbourne from 2 to 8 March as the city hosts the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit. News
Temporary airspace restrictions for Melbourne Published: 12 February 2024 Airspace to the south-east of Melbourne Airport is subject to temporary restrictions between 2 to 8 March as the city hosts the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit. News
New Class 5 medical self-declaration scheme now available Published: 9 February 2024 A new Class 5 medical self-declaration scheme is now available to recreational and private pilots. News
CAA NZ CAN 27-027 - Guimbal Cabri G2 Main Rotor Swashplate Assembly Cracking Published: 8 February 2024 This CAN is to advise operators and maintainers of Guimbal Cabri G2 helicopters, of a possible safety issue with the main rotor swashplate assembly. Airworthiness Directive notice
EASA SIB 2024-03R1 Published: 7 February 2024 The content of this SIB is to notify Design approval holders of a modification installing Collins Aerospace (Collins) Satellite Based Augmentation Systems (SBAS) receivers of the incorrect processing of the integrity information message. Airworthiness Directive notice
Regulatory wrap-up January 2024 Published: 7 February 2024 In the January 2024 edition of Reg wrap-up, catch up on the feedback we received on a number of consultations that closed in 2023. Regulatory Wrap-up
Have your say on the proposed amendments Part 101 Manual of Standards Published: 6 February 2024 You’re invited to have your say on the proposed changes to the Part 101 Manual of Standards (MOS). News
The CASA Briefing - February 2024 Published: 5 February 2024 For the first 2024 edition, find out about our AME scholarships, protect yourself against a stealthy killer, dealing with immersed aircraft, our CEO update and more! CASA Briefing
Elevate your career with our AME scholarship program Published: 1 February 2024 Apply now for one of our aircraft maintenance engineers’ (AME) scholarships worth $5,000. News
Brazilian ANAC SAB 2024-01 Published: 29 January 2024 This Special Airworthiness Bulletin (BEA) 2024-01 is intended to alert owners and operators of aircraft models described in the Applicability Section regarding the inspection/check of the Toilet Compartment Fire Extinguishers. Airworthiness Directive notice
EASA SIB 2024-02 Published: 23 January 2024 The content of this SIB is to address a potential safety issue with the emergency exit safety barriers, by the development of an enhanced design of the safety barrier nozzle ends. These improved barriers are identified with a suffix C and added to… Airworthiness Directive notice
Pilot safety hub newsletter - January 2024 Published: 19 January 2024 In this edition you'll find brand new flight planning content including a crash comic, a close call, an upcoming AvSafety webinar, and more. Pilot safety hub newsletter
