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01 Dec 2023 |
We have a new Certification and Licensing – Operational Policy [PDF 388 KB]. This policy describes how we carry out our certification and licensing function. As part of becoming a modern regulator, the policy requires us to adopt approaches that are intelligence-led, risk-based. We’re currently developing different ways we can implement this type of modern regulation, and we’ll update participants if we change the way we currently do things. The 2013 Certification Policy – Organisations, is superseded by this policy. |
30 Nov 2023 |
Coastal Met Mast at Lot 3, Handley Road, Whanganui Submissions close 16 Jan 2023 |
30 Nov 2023 |
Airspace user consultation: Proposed Two Low Flying Zones – Bendigo and Lindis Crossing Submissions close 22 Dec 2023 |
30 Nov 2023 | |
30 Nov 2023 |
AC139-3, Revision 5, Aerodrome inspection programme and condition reporting This AC has been updated for the first time since 2015. Revision 5 updates the content to align with ICAO’s introduction of the Global Reporting Format (GRF) for runway condition reporting, as set out in ICAO Circular 355. The main additions to this Revision are:
CAA would like to thank all the participants whose feedback on the consultation versions of this AC have improved it significantly. |
30 Nov 2023 |
The new Runway Condition Reporting rules come into effect, with the following Rules updated: Part 1 - Definitions and Abbreviations Part 121 - Air Operations - Large Aeroplanes Part 125 - Air Operations - Medium Aeroplanes Part 135 - Air Operations - Helicopters and Small Aeroplanes Part 139 - Aerodromes - Certification, Operation and Use Part 172 - Air Traffic Service Organisations - Certification |
30 Nov 2023 |
Airworthiness Directive Schedule Amendment Nr 23-11 - effective 30 November 2023 |
29 Nov 2023 |
Crane at 4-6 Maunsell Road, Parnell Submissions for both close 08 Jan 2024 |
29 Nov 2023 | |
28 Nov 2023 |
Media release: CAA calls for increased medical awareness among pilots after fatal accident |
28 Nov 2023 |
List of Part 109 regulated air cargo agents - physical addresses updated |
28 Nov 2023 | |
28 Nov 2023 |
Changes to this popular GAP booklet include a general image refresh where needed, minor wording updates, and the addition of visual navigation chart insets onto photos showing visual reporting points. Download a digital copy [PDF 2.4 MB] or order a free printed copy using our online form(external link). |
27 Nov 2023 |
Crane at 8 Spedding Road, Whenuapai, Auckland - hazard |
27 Nov 2023 | |
24 Nov 2023 |
Changes to the 2021 version of the weather card include the addition of space weather advisory and runway visual range sections, and the removal of references to TREND. The card now has four panels, but still folds to A5 size, and is laminated and hole-punched to fit in your AIP Vol 4. Download a digital copy [PDF 504 KB] or order a free printed copy using our online form. |
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20 Nov 2023 |
Crane at Ray Emery Drive, Auckland - hazard |
20 Nov 2023 | |
17 Nov 2023 | |
16 Nov 2023 |
Met Tower at Lagoon Road, Rotorua |
16 Nov 2023 | |
15 Nov 2023 |
FAA SAIB 2023-14 Twin Commander Aircraft - Landing Gear Retract/Extend System |
15 Nov 2023 | |
14 Nov 2023 |
AC103-1, Revision 5, Microlight aircraft operating rules This is a minor revision of this AC. Revision 5 adds a note about payloads in the General section and clarifies sections on rules 103.103, 103.207(a)91), option 2, and 103.217. We have also taken the opportunity to update the style and format to align with current AC format. A marked-up version of Revision 5, with insertions in yellow highlight and deletions in strikethrough can be found at this link, for easy reference: AC103-1, Revision 5, Microlight aircraft operating rules - marked up [PDF 369 KB] |
14 Nov 2023 |
MET webinar: Accessing and using volcanic activity information for pilots This webinar, to be held on Tuesday 5 December, will feature presentations from GNS Science, MetService and CAA staff, taking you through the information available during periods of volcanic unrest and eruption, how to access it, and what it means for pilots. |
13 Nov 2023 | |
10 Nov 2023 |
AC139-3, Revision 5, Aerodrome inspection programme and condition reporting – for information only Following the second round of consultation on this AC, and work with industry, we have been able to add material to help Part 139-certificate holders meet their obligations with regards to runway condition reporting. Plain and marked up versions of the new revision can be found at the bottom of the website for AC139-3 for information. CAA would like to thank the many participants who took the time to provide feedback and assistance to help develop this draft. |
10 Nov 2023 |
CASA Airworthiness Bulletin AWB 72-008 Issue 1 - Turbine Engines - Disposition of Life Limited Parts |
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09 Nov 2023 |
AC00-3, Revision 2, Internal Quality Assurance This AC has been updated for the first time since 2007. Revision 2 of this AC is a complete rewrite and reordering of this AC. It also takes the opportunity to add Appendix 5, which provides a range of templates to help run an IQA process. Lastly, it adds a Version History. CAA would like to thank participants who sent in feedback which helped improve this AC. |
09 Nov 2023 | |
09 Nov 2023 |
Type acceptance report: Continental IO-370 Series [PDF 654 KB] New report issued to cover this new range of Continental Prime engines. |
08 Nov 2023 | |
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08 Nov 2023 |
Application for Dangerous Goods Approvals CAA has introduced a new application form for participants who wish to apply for an approval to carry dangerous goods in accordance with CAR 92.9(b). |
08 Nov 2023 |
Proposal for alteration of an aerodrome – Pukaki Airport |
08 Nov 2023 | |
08 Nov 2023 |
Request for Three Temporary Danger Areas – Kaitorete Spit / Canterbury Bight Area |
06 Nov 2023 |
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06 Nov 2023 | |
03 Nov 2023 |
Applying for a Part 102 certificate The Part 102 Certification team has released some additional information related to the XAG P100 Pro aircraft. |
03 Nov 2023 | |
03 Nov 2023 |
Vector Online: Worth their weight in gold - cockpit video recorders |
02 Nov 2023 |
Senior persons' workshop - Aviation New Zealand Following on from the successful event held in Christchurch in August, Aviation New Zealand will be running a further senior persons’ workshop in Taupo on Tuesday 28 November. |
02 Nov 2023 |
Crane at 2 Broadway Street, Dunedin |
01 Nov 2023 |
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31 Oct 2023 |
EASA emergency AD 2023-0188 - Leonardo AW169 Helicopters Float Assemblies – Replacement |
30 Oct 2023 |
Vector Magazine: The special issue 2023 |
30 Oct 2023 |
AC91-06, Aircraft Technical Log This AC has been updated. Revision 2 is the first update since 2011. It:
CAA would like to thank participants who took the time to provide feedback on the draft. |
30 Oct 2023 |
Cranes at 10 Clemow Drive, Mt Wellington, Auckland Crane at 73 & 75 Fred Taylor Drive, Westgate, Auckland - hazard |
30 Oct 2023 | |
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30 Oct 2023 |
AC121-7 & 125-2, Ditching – Techniques, Hazards, and Survival This AC has been updated for the first time since 2010. Revision 1 has changed the title to incorporate Part 121, Air Operations Large Aeroplanes. It substantially updates the content throughout and changes the order of many sections. We have also taken the opportunity to add to the Definitions section and add an Abbreviations section and a Version History. An appendix of suggested checklists has been added. Lastly, we have deleted the Risk Assessment and Mitigations section as guidance is now available from other ACs. CAA would like to thank the participants who took the time to provide feedback which has enhanced this revision. |
30 Oct 2023 | |
26 Oct 2023 |
Airworthiness Directive Schedule Amendment Nr 23-10 - effective 26 October 2023 |
25 Oct 2023 |
Crane and Building at 428 & 430 Don Buck Road, Massey, Auckland |
25 Oct 2023 |
EASA SIB 2023-11 - Hand Fire Extinguisher (HFE) / Check of the absence of discharge of the HFE |
25 Oct 2023 | |
24 Oct 2023 |
Crane at 554 Te Ngae Road, Rotorua |
24 Oct 2023 |
The aircraft registration forms have been updated for the first time since 2013. The revision of the forms introduces several processes aimed at facilitating and enhancing the overall applicant experience.
24047-01 Application for aircraft registration [DOCX 58 KB] 24047-03 Notice of change of possession of aircraft [DOCX 56 KB] |
24 Oct 2023 |
EASA AD 2023-0175 MBB-BK117 D-2, D-2m, D-3 and D-3m helicopters AFM Amendment – Altitude Correction |
24 Oct 2023 | |
24 Oct 2023 |
Surveillance Policy has been replaced by our new Monitoring - Operational Policy [PDF 303 KB] |
24 Oct 2023 | |
19 Oct 2023 | |
19 Oct 2023 |
Crane at Pump Station, 4 Awatea Place, Nelson |
19 Oct 2023 | |
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17 Oct 2023 |
Carefully balancing the load in your aircraft is the key to keeping your centre of gravity within a safe range. This booklet provides good practice advice on how to correctly load your aircraft, to make sure you are safe to fly. Download a digital copy or order a free printed copy using our order form. |
16 Oct 2023 |
Fit and Proper Person Assessment Handbook [PDF 452 KB] This FPP Assessment Handbook content has been reviewed as part of the Authority’s ongoing process to keep documents up to date. This handbook has been released to align with CAAs new online licence application portal, MyAviation:
Please note that MyAviation now allows applicants to apply for Part 61 and Part 66 licenses online, Part 65 to follow later in 2023. CAA encourages all aviation participants to read the new Handbook and if they think something that has happened may affect their FPP status to notify CAA, don’t wait until your next licence application or senior person nomination or renewal. |
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06 Oct 2023 | |
04 Oct 2023 |
Updated 61 and 66 series Advisory Circulars, and new application forms Following the announcement on Monday 2nd October that pilots and maintenance engineers can now apply for licences online, we have updated most of the ACs in the 61 and 66 series to reflect this. We have also made other minor updates in some ACs, outlined in the Version History. For people unable to apply online, we have also refreshed the Part 61 and Part 66 application forms. |
04 Oct 2023 |
FAA SAIB AIR-21-17R1: Rotorcraft Bird Strike Protection and Mitigation |
04 Oct 2023 |
Proposal for construction of an aerodrome – Tāwhaki Aerospace Research Centre |
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02 Oct 2023 |
Pilots or maintenance engineers can now apply for a licence online |
02 Oct 2023 |
After the earlier consultation period, we have now been able to incorporate feedback and add material that will help Part 139-certificate holders meet their obligations with regards to runway condition reporting. The new version of this AC has the additional appendices:
Provide your feedback on AC139-3 As with previous ACs, sections highlighted in yellow denote insertions, and those in strikethrough denote deletions. Feedback on this AC will be open until Tuesday 17 October 2023. CAA would like to thank participants who gave detailed and constructive feedback that has been very useful in enhancing this AC. |
02 Oct 2023 |
AC91-19, Revision 1, Piston Engine TBO Mixed Agricultural and Other Operations This AC has been updated for the first time since 2011. Revision 1 makes minor stylistic and format changes in line with other ACs and adds a version history. A version of the AC in marked up format, with insertions in yellow highlight and deletions in strikethrough is available here for easy reference. |
02 Oct 2023 |
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