The CASA Briefing - July 2023 Published: 3 July 2023 In this month's CASA Briefing read about our new students guides, the rollout of 5G in Australia, new Robinson report allays concerns, our CEO update and more! CASA Briefing
Proposed Airworthiness Directive PAD/GA8/11 Published: 29 June 2023 GA8 Operators have reported intermittent system discrepancies that have been attributed to poor electrical bonding of the solenoid box assembly Airworthiness Directive notice
EASA SIB 2023-07 Published: 26 June 2023 A Boeing 757-236 PCF aeroplane experienced sudden in-flight full opening of its Main Cargo Door (MCD). This serious incident occurred during the initial climb of the aeroplane, and at relatively low altitude, thus avoiding an explosive decompression. Airworthiness Directive notice
Pilot safety hub newsletter - June 2023 Published: 23 June 2023 This edition, you can watch the latest episode in our popular AvSafety investigation series, register for an aviation medical webinar and pick up copies of the pilot safety campaign posters and flyers. Pilot safety hub newsletter
EASA SIB 2023-06 Published: 22 June 2023 Occurrences were reported of the rupture of belt buckles manufactured by Anjou Aéronautique and installed on some Airbus Helicopters. Airworthiness Directive notice
CASA to work with aviation sector on 5G Published: 20 June 2023 The Civil Aviation Safety Authority will work with the aviation industry and the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) on the introduction of expanded 5G services in Australia. Media release
AAUS: RPAS in Australian skies 2023 conference Published: 16 June 2023 CASA CEO and Director of Aviation Safety, Pip Spence, shares initiatives taken to meet the challenges of this rapidly expanding sector at the 'RPAS in Australian Skies' conference. Speech
Regulatory wrap-up May 2023 Published: 7 June 2023 In the May edition of Reg wrap-up, have your say on our open consultations, learn how we’re changing our approach to the flight operations rules, and more. Regulatory Wrap-up
CASA Briefing - June 2023 Published: 5 June 2023 In this month’s CASA Briefing read about Gold Coast airspace, find out how to get faster renewals for more certificates in myCASA and join our live runway seminar. CASA Briefing
Review of Southport airspace commences Published: 1 June 2023 The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) is reviewing the Gold Coast airspace in which two helicopters tragically collided in January. Media release
CAA NZ CAN 52-001 Published: 1 June 2023 CAA NZ have been made aware of an incident where an aft cargo hold door on an AS 350 helicopter opened in flight. Airworthiness Directive notice
CAA NZ CAN 57-004 Published: 1 June 2023 CAA NZ have received a defect report of a finding of significant damage in the wing rear spar to fuselage attach fittings on a Cresco aircraft caused by movement of the bolts. Airworthiness Directive notice
Pilot safety hub newsletter - May 2023 Published: 30 May 2023 In this edition, you can register for our upcoming runway safety webinar, read our practical tips and checklists and get ready for the next episode of our AvSafety investigation panel video series. Pilot safety hub newsletter
FAA SAFO 23003 Published: 8 May 2023 This SAFO serves to inform all operators about the importance of properly loading and restraining BPMAs in the forward and aft lower cargo compartments Airworthiness Directive notice
The CASA Briefing - May 2023 Published: 3 May 2023 In this month’s CASA Briefing read how we’re fine tuning the way we interact with industry, join our controlled airspace webinar, BVLOS ops made easier and more. CASA Briefing
EASA SIB 2021-010R1 Published: 3 May 2023 EASA has been made aware that certain Collins Aerospace VDRs cease to decode VDL Mode 2 uplink messages following receipt of a corrupted VDL uplink message (‘burst’). Airworthiness Directive notice
Regulatory wrap-up April 2023 Published: 2 May 2023 In the April edition of Reg wrap-up, learn about our current consultations, changes to rules and regulations, technical working group meetings held in April and more. Regulatory Wrap-up
Pilot safety hub newsletter - April 2023 Published: 21 April 2023 In this edition, we explore our new topic – controlled aerodromes. From checklists to live webinars to new ways to test your knowledge, we've got you covered. Pilot safety hub newsletter
UK CAA Safety Notice SN-2023/002 Published: 18 April 2023 This Safety Notice raises awareness of challenges relating to aircraft maintenance for aircraft operating in unusual operations such as glider towing. Airworthiness Directive notice
Part 91 Manual of Standards updated to insert missing provisions Published: 14 April 2023 We have amended the Part 91 Manual of Standards to insert some intended alleviating rules and fix minor editorial errors. News
The CASA Briefing - April 2023 Published: 5 April 2023 In this month’s CASA Briefing we discuss aircraft rego through myCASA, a new training path for aerial mustering and how we can better assess your heart risks and more. CASA Briefing
Regulatory wrap-up March 2023 Published: 3 April 2023 In this month’s Reg wrap-up, read about the new pathway for aerial mustering endorsements, updates to the Part 138 MOS, and more. Regulatory Wrap-up
Part 138 Manual of Standards updated to restore rappelling rules Published: 29 March 2023 We have amended the Part 138 Manual of Standards to reinstate the ability for non-emergency service operators to conduct rappelling. News
FAA SAIB 2023-05 Published: 29 March 2023 This SAIB provides information about an accident involving a DHC-3 otter. Airworthiness Directive notice
UK CAA Safety Notice SN 2020/005 Published: 28 March 2023 This Safety Notice is published to raise awareness of reliability challenges relating to parts fitted to older aircraft types and the acceptance criteria relating to sourcing replacements Airworthiness Directive notice
Pilot safety hub newsletter - March 2023 Published: 22 March 2023 In this edition, you can watch our wire strike video, give your opinion on aviation weather services, check your SARTIME know-how and read tips and tricks on how to get organised. Pilot safety hub newsletter
Drone activity around Bankstown Airport Published: 21 March 2023 The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), in partnership with Airservices Australia and Bankstown Airport, has detected an increased number of drones being operated in controlled airspace near Bankstown Airport. Media release
FAA SAIB 2023-04 Published: 16 March 2023 This SAIB provides information about a company undertaking unapproved maintenance on Hartzell and McCauley propellers. Airworthiness Directive notice
FAA SAIB 2023-03 Published: 9 March 2023 This SAIB provides information to help understand the importance and safety benefits of crash resistant fuel systems (CRFS) for rotorcraft. Airworthiness Directive notice
FAA UPN 2023-S20220531034 Published: 9 March 2023 This notification informs of non approved parts for Honeywell TFE731-2 engines Airworthiness Directive notice
FAA UPN 2023-S20220706012 Published: 9 March 2023 This notification informs of non approved windshield wiper arm assemblies manufactured by Krause Airco. Airworthiness Directive notice
FAA SAIB 2023-02 Published: 7 March 2023 This SAIB informs owners/operators of Mooney M20 aircraft about issues relating to the landing gear Airworthiness Directive notice
Regulatory wrap-up February 2023 Published: 6 March 2023 In February's Regulatory warp-up learn about new rules and regulations, and have your say on the future of vertiport design. Regulatory Wrap-up
Transport Canada CASA 2023-01 Published: 2 March 2023 This alert notifies operators that an aircraft deicing/anti-icing fluid (AAF) distributed within Canada could have viscosity measurements higher than its specified maximum Airworthiness Directive notice
The CASA Briefing - March 2023 Published: 1 March 2023 In this edition of the CASA Briefing, we discuss the latest extension to the flight operations rules transition, our plans for emerging technologies, and the updated BVLOS exam for drone operators. CASA Briefing
Continental MSB23-01 - Crankshaft Counterweights Published: 17 February 2023 This bulletin describes a potential safety of flight issue for aircraft equipped with Continental 360, 470, 520, 550 series engines and replacement crankshaft assemblies. Airworthiness Directive notice
New scholarship supports development of safety managers Published: 17 February 2023 The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) today announced the winners of a new scholarship program aimed at boosting aviation safety in Australia. Media release
FAA SAIB 2023-01 Published: 16 February 2023 This SAIB alerts Robinson helicopter operators of potential wear on the main rotor blade (MRB) spindle bearings, part number (P/N) A159-3 Airworthiness Directive notice
EASA SIB 2022-10R1 Published: 7 February 2023 EASA has received reports of failed control system push rod ends. Investigation of the affected push rod end bearings showed signs of hydrogen embrittlement, probably caused by a production deficiency during manufacturing. Airworthiness Directive notice
The CASA Briefing - February 2023 Published: 6 February 2023 In this month's CASA Briefing, read our latest CEO update, find out about learn why flight planning is critical, where to find us at Avalon and more. CASA Briefing
EASA SIB 2023-02 Published: 2 February 2023 This SIB notifies operators and maintainers of DHC-8 aeroplanes of the danger of premature wear in aileron cables. Airworthiness Directive notice
Regulatory wrap-up January 2023 Published: 2 February 2023 In January’s Regulatory wrap-up, learn about our current consultations, newly published rules and regulations, join our vertiport webinar, and more. Regulatory Wrap-up
CAA NZ CAN 51-004 Published: 31 January 2023 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. Airworthiness Directive notice
CAA NZ CAN 27-019 Revision 2 Published: 27 January 2023 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. Airworthiness Directive notice
CAA NZ CAN 27-021 Revision 1 Published: 27 January 2023 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. Airworthiness Directive notice
EASA SIB 2023-01 Published: 27 January 2023 SIB 2023-01 is published to inform operators of cracking in flight control ends of HG Cabri G2 helicopters Airworthiness Directive notice
EASA SIB 2013-04R2 Published: 24 January 2023 SIB 2013-04R2 is published to ensure that Emergency Locator Transmitters are mounted securely. Airworthiness Directive notice
Pilot safety hub newsletter - January 2023 Published: 16 January 2023 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. Pilot safety hub newsletter
FAA SAFO 23001 - CL-600 Published: 10 January 2023 This SAFO serves to alert air carriers and commercial operators of the potential for damage to the NLG when using certain towing procedures Airworthiness Directive notice
EASA SIB 2022-11 Published: 20 December 2022 SIB 2022-11 is published to ensure that operators and de-icing crew are aware the TCCA’s recommendations regarding anti-icing fluids. Airworthiness Directive notice
