The documents below form the key policies that drive decision making in the CAA. They are provided to help you understand how we go about making decisions and the basis for them. For policy, rules, and guidance material related to the safety and security of New Zealand and international aviation, see rules.
Regulatory Safety and Security Strategy 2022-27 [PDF 3.3 MB]
Regulatory Safety and Security Strategy 2022-27 - At a glance [PDF 679 KB]
Regulatory enforcement policy [PDF 351 KB]
S15A investigation policy [PDF 108 KB]
Certification Policy - Organisations [PDF 102 KB]
Safety Regulatory Oversight of Commercial Operations Conducted Offshore [PDF 62 KB]
Fit and proper person assessment policy [PDF 46 KB]
Fit and Proper Person Assessment Handbook: Procedures and Guidance [PDF 130 KB]
Just Culture – what it means to the CAA
Safety Information Policy - The Collection and Use of Safety Information [PDF 42 KB]
