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10 Dec 2024 |
EASA EMERGENCY AD 2024-0237-E MBB-BK117 helicopters Tail Rotor Actuator – Inspection [PDF 199 KB] |
9 Dec 2024 |
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6 Dec 2024 |
AC133-1, Revision 0, Helicopter External Load Operations – extension on deadline for consultation Comments close 16 January 2025 |
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29 Nov 2024 |
Advisory Circulars monthly report - November 2024 [PDF 239 KB] |
29 Nov 2024 | |
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28 Nov 2024 |
Airworthiness Directive Schedule Amendment Nr 24-11 - effective 28 November 2024 |
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27 Nov 2024 |
AC119-1 - Air Operator Certification This Advisory Cicrular has been updated for the first time in 10 years. Revision 8 is a substantive update which deletes outdated sections and updates sections throughout. Among other things, it:
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27 Nov 2024 |
Submissions for all close 24 December 2024 |
27 Nov 2024 | |
27 Nov 2024 |
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26 Nov 2024 |
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25 Nov 2024 |
New online web forms: Enhancing safety through improved reporting |
25 Nov 2024 | |
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19 Nov 2024 |
We've updated two Advisory Circulars, in response to industry feedback. AC00-1 - Acceptability of Parts AC43-3 - Parts Documentation - CAA Form Two - New Zealand Domestic Part Label We also have marked-up versions, so participants can easily see changes. |
18 Nov 2024 | |
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12 Nov 2024 |
If you missed the recent Circuit Certainty seminars, you can watch the recording of the online session here: |
12 Nov 2024 | |
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7 Nov 2024 |
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7 Nov 2024 |
New revision of Night VFR GAP booklet now available The Night VFR Good Aviation Practice (GAP) booklet has been updated. Flying at night presents pilots with a new set of threats and challenges compared with flying during the day. It’s essential to seek training with a flight instructor specifically for night flying. As an aid to your training and revision, this booklet looks briefly at some underlying principles and practices, including illusions, planning considerations, and handling emergencies. Download a copy [PDF 2.1 MB] or request a printed copy using our online form. |
7 Nov 2024 | |
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7 Nov 2024 |
AC061-03- Rev 30 Pilot licences and ratings - Private pilot licence We've made a minor correction to this AC. On 5 November 2024, the last item in Subject No. 6 Air Navigation Subtopic 6.4.6 “relative bearing using the clock method” was amended to be included in the numbering sequence, as item (q), since it had been inadvertently left off the list. We've also added a note in the Version History to explain this. CAA would like to thank the participant who brought this to our attention. |
5 Nov 2024 |
Basic Turbine Knowledge added to the pilot syllabus assistance archive |
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1 Nov 2024 |
AC61-10 - Pilot licences and ratings - Type ratings This Advisory Circular has been updated. Revision 14 makes changes to the Basic Turbine Knowledge (BTK) syllabi for pilots. We have separated the BTK pilot syllabus into two separate syllabi for Aeroplane and Helicopter respectively. The existing syllabus for Subject 64 has been amended to focus on Aeroplane and a completely new syllabus for Helicopter Subject 65 has been produced. We have also updated information on applying online and made minor corrections. A marked-up version with the deletions in strikethrough and the insertions in yellow highlight is available here to check the changes quickly: |
1 Nov 2024 |
This Advisory Circular has been updated. Revision 3 is not a substantive update to this AC. It fixes typos, standardises spelling and makes other stylistic changes to align with current AC format. It also updates some references and deletes a reference to the Hazardous Substances (Classes 1 to 5 Controls) Regulations, 2001, which have been revoked. A marked-up version with the deletions in strikethrough and the insertions in yellow highlight is available here to check the changes quickly: |
31 Oct 2024 |
Advisory Circulars monthly report - October 2024 [PDF 239 KB] |
31 Oct 2024 |
Airworthiness Directive Schedule Amendment Nr 24-10 - effective 31 October 2024 |
30 Oct 2024 |
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30 Oct 2024 |
FAA SAIB 2024-05 R44 and R44 II helicopters - Engine/Transmission Coupling, Gearmotor Assembly |
30 Oct 2024 |
For Part 99 Drug and Alcohol Management Plans: |
30 Oct 2024 | |
29 Oct 2024 |
Advisory Circular AC133-1 open for consultation AC133-1, Revision 0, Helicopter External Load Operations This is a new AC, relating to Part 133, Subparts B, Operating rules and related requirements, F, Instruments and Equipment, and G, Maintenance. It outlines CAA’s expectations of operators who are carrying out external load operations conducted under Civil Aviation Rule Part 133, Helicopter External Load Operations. Comments close Tuesday 24 December 2024. |
29 Oct 2024 |
Airspace user consultation: 2024 Review of designated airspace Consultation closes 29 November 2024 |
29 Oct 2024 | |
23 Oct 2024 |
EASA Emergency AD 2024-0202-E Arrius 2F Engines Fuel Control Unit - Replacement [PDF 199 KB] |
23 Oct 2024 |
Vector Online: Weather tragedies affect air traffic controllers too |
22 Oct 2024 |
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18 Oct 2024 |
FAA SAFO 24007 - Shipments of Batteries/Battery-Powered Devices and Flammable Materials [PDF 183 KB] |
18 Oct 2024 |
New brochure: Flying your drone safely [PDF 8.4 MB] Check out updated content in our Drones section. |
17 Oct 2024 |
Draft Advisory Circular open for consultation AC119-1, Revision 8, Air Operator Certification This AC has been revised for the first time since 2014. Revision 8 is a substantive update which deletes outdated sections and updates sections throughout. It also updates the style and format to align with other ACs and adds a Version History. As with other ACs, proposed insertions are in yellow highlight and proposed deletions in strikethrough. Comments close Monday 18 November 2024. |
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11 Oct 2024 |
Transport Canada (TC) Feedback is available on the CAA website at: Other authorities' airworthiness advisories: Transport Canada |
11 Oct 2024 |
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9 Oct 2024 | |
8 Oct 2024 |
CA Act 2023: Certification and licensing transition arrangements |
7 Oct 2024 |
New GAP booklet revision: In, out, and around Queenstown [PDF 7.5 MB] Flying in and out of this popular area presents some unique challenges: mountainous terrain, complex and busy airspace, ‘character-building’ weather, and many different types of operations. This booklet contains advice on planning your flight around this remarkable area. |
7 Oct 2024 | |
2 Oct 2024 |
On 30 September 2024, we advised that a new revision of this AC was open for consultation. Following feedback from a participant, we have added the marked-up version of this AC, so participants can easily see changes. As with other ACs, proposed insertions are in yellow highlight and proposed deletions in strikethrough. Comments close Monday 28 October 2024. |
1 Oct 2024 |
Consultation closes 1 November 2024 |
1 Oct 2024 |
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