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The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is responsible for the regulation of aviation safety in the UK, determining policy for the use of airspace, the economic regulation of Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted airports, the licensing and financial fitness of airlines and...
Find out how SIA licensing applies to someone using a drone.
Find out what the import requirements are for pilot participants.
How to apply for the Accredited Trusted Trader Scheme pilot.
Apply for a boatmasters' licence to run a passenger-carrying or non-passenger carrying commercial vessel - apply, replace, renew or upgrade your licence
Seeks feedback on relaxing CAA requirements for pilot controlled aeronautical ground lighting (AGL) at licensed aerodromes.
You need an operating licence from the Civil Aviation Authority to carry passengers, mail or cargo by air for commercial purposes
Regulations for operators providing domestic aviation in the UK, permits for non-EU registered aircraft, and the roles of the regulatory bodies, CAA, DfT and EASA.
Seeks views on whether a DVLA Group 1 driving licence is a sufficient medical requirement for UK and national private pilot licence holders.
Get an aircraft maintenance engineer licence from the CAA, an EASA Part 66 or a BCAR Section L depending on the type of aircraft you work on
British Air Line Pilots Association trade union: annual returns, rules, statement to members, decisions and other related documents.
Independent Pilots Association trade union: annual returns, rules, statement to members, decisions and other related documents.
The Military Aviation Authority is responsible for the regulation, assurance and enforcement of the defence air operating and technical domains. MAA is part of the Ministry of Defence and the Defence Safety Authority .
A new pathway supporting innovative approaches to the safe, timely and efficient development of medicines to improve patient access.
Guide to assist participants involved in airport licence condition appeals under the Civil Aviation Act 2012.
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