Introduction
Introduction | Annual report 2012–13
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority
CASA, Australia's air safety regulator, was established on 6 July 1995 as an independent statutory authority under the Civil Aviation Act 1988.
Key role
CASA's key role is to conduct the safety regulation of civil air operations in Australian territory and the operation of Australian aircraft outside Australian territory.
CASA is also responsible for ensuring that Australian-administered airspace is administered and used safely.
Portfolio outcome
CASA has a single portfolio outcome, which is set by the Australian Government:
Maximise aviation safety through a regulatory regime, detailed technical material on safety standards, comprehensive aviation industry oversight, risk analysis, industry consultation, education and training.
People
At 30 June 2013, CASA employed 850 ongoing and non-ongoing employees in offices around Australia.
Operating environment
CASA has a direct regulatory role with approximately:
- 36,000 pilots
- 15,100 registered aircraft
- 860 Air Operator's Certificate holders
- 7,700 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers
- 1,000 air traffic controllers
- 330 operators of certified and registered aerodromes
- 700 maintenance organisations.
CASA is also indirectly connected with more than 100,000 people who are involved in the Australian aviation industry, and with the many millions of passengers whose safety is CASA's primary concern.
Corporate objectives
This annual report primarily reviews performance against the corporate goals identified in the CASA Corporate Plan 2012–13 to 2014–15.
Vision
Safe skies for all
Mission
To enhance and promote aviation safety through effective regulation and by encouraging the wider aviation community to embrace and deliver higher standards of safety.
Values
- We are committed to CASA's mission
- We value our people
- We perform our functions to maintain Australia's status as a leading aviation nation
- We understand our relevance and
responsibilities to the wider aviation community - We encourage effective leadership,
management and a team approach.
Goals
- Comprehensive, consistent and effective regulation to enhance aviation safety
- Good governance and continuous improvement of organisational efficiency
- Effective and appropriate relationships with the wider aviation community
Results
Against the three corporate goals CASA set for 2012–13, over 87 per cent of targets were met, and a small percentage experienced a delay or external factors affecting timing and completion.
Financial result
CASA recorded an operating surplus of $12 million in 2012–13, compared to a $1.8 million deficit in 2011–12.
| Key indicator | 2011−12 ($m) | 2012−13 ($m) | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating revenue | 171.7 | 184.4 | 7 |
| Operating expenses | 173.5 | 172.4 | 1 |
| Operating surplus (deficit) | (1.8) | 12.0 | 767 |
Key corporate statistics
| 2008–09 | 2009–10 | 2010–11 | 2011–12 | 2012–13 | More information | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Financial management | ||||||
| Total operating income ($m) | 148.1 | 151.1 | 166.4 | 171.7 | 184.4 | Part 1 |
| Total operating expenses ($m) | 146.2 | 152.9 | 167.6 | 173.5 | 172.4 | Part 1 |
| Surplus/(Deficit) ($m) | 1.9 | (1.8) | (1.2) | (1.8) | 12.0 | Part 1 |
| Total assets ($m) | 99.0 | 105.6 | 121.3 | 115.7 | 117.6 | Part 1 |
| Total liabilities ($m) | 37.5 | 42.7 | 60.7 | 56.7 | 47.7 | Part 1 |
| Total equity ($m) | 61.5 | 62.9 | 60.6 | 58.9 | 69.9 | Part 1 |
| People | ||||||
| Total staff numbers | 675 | 702 | 786 | 818 | 850 | Table B.1 |
| Average absenteeism (days/employee/year) | 10.68 | 9.21 | 10.29 | 8.37 | 10.46 | Part 3 |
| Operations | ||||||
| Aircraft registered at 30 June | 13,510 | 13,907 | 14,362 | 14,748 | 15,082 | Table A.5 |
| Air Operator's Certificates current at 30 June | 790 | 977 | 851 | 860 | 856 | Table A.1 |
| Certificates of Approval current at 30 June | 697 | 807 | 736 | 733 | 701 | Table A.2 |
| Flight crew licences issued | 7,580 | 7,345 | 7,881 | 7,306 | 7,289 | Table A.9 |
| Flight crew licences current at 30 June | 35,312 | 34,836 | 34,307 | 37,776 | 36,960 | Table A.9 |
| Australian flight crew licensing examinations | 23,678 | 22,006 | 20,660 | 17,768 | 17,397 | Table A.10 |
| Medical certificates issued | 41,781 | 33,957 | 25,259 | 22,809 | 25,470 | Table A.11 |
| Aircraft Maintenance Engineer examinations | 6,805 | 5,907 | 6,355 | 6,233 | 4,475 | Table A.12 |
| Aircraft Maintenance Engineer licences current at 30 June | 6,613 | 6,796 | 7,076 | 7,466 | 7,704 | Table A.13 |