Flight operations
January 2025
Passenger and cargo transport operations – Part 119 MOS
In progress
Determine future policy for passenger and cargo transport flights by non-air transport businesses.
Deliverables
- Finalise policy development and undertake consultations during 2025.
- Implementation readiness and industry engagement from Q1 2026.
- Make and commence relevant rules Q2 2026.
- Deferred provisions, where needed, may be in place until approximately 18 months – 2 years after the Part 119 MOS commences.
January 2025
Global aeronautical distress and safety systems
In progress
We will look to enhance the global aeronautical aircraft in distress framework to incorporate appropriate international standards.
Deliverables
- Draft and consultation on changes to MOS through 2025.
- Timing of changes with industry to be discussed.
October 2025
Rationalise pilot licensing exemptions for general aviation
Not started
We will undertake a scoping activity to rationalise current exemptions related to general aviation.
Deliverables
- A review of exemptions will be undertaken to further reduce regulatory burden while maintaining safety standards, especially for smaller or non-commercial operators.