We were at the AOA Airspace and Air Traffic conference today ✈

We detailed our work on airspace modernisation, and how industry can engage and contribute towards the realisation of a modernised airspace in the UK.

#aviation

We've issued SaxaVord Spaceport UK its Range Control Licence📡

➡ caa.co.uk/newsroom/news/…

This licence is another milestone for the UK space sector.

Learn more about Range Licenses and how we're protecting people and enabling aerospace👉 caa.co.uk/newsroom/blogs…

We’re delighted to have been awarded our range licence by the UK Civil Aviation Authority allowing us to ensure safe launches from later this year SaxaVord Spaceport UK bbc.com/news/articles/…

✈️ We’ve published the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) mandate, our plan to help passengers to keep travelling how they want.

🇬🇧 This will help our aviation industry create more skilled British jobs, while ensuring air travel is fit for the future.

Here's what SAF is 👇

ATOL has been protecting package holidays for over 50 years.

Take a look back at five decades of financial protection by ATOL 👇

atol.org/news-and-blogs…

Our Chief Executive visited London Stansted Airport yesterday as part of our engagement with stakeholders ✈

Rob Bishton met Manchester Airport Group’s CEO Ken O’Toole, touring the airport terminal & hearing about the airport’s plans to grow in the years ahead.

👉 caa.co.uk/newsroom/news/…

Our engineers have resolved the earlier Air Traffic Control power issue, and aircraft operations have now resumed.

There may be delays to your flight, please consult your airline for any further updates.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

We recently appeared Transport Committee to discuss our work as the regulator ✈🚀

Our Chair, Sir Stephen Hillier highlighted our new strategy, & why our mission of protecting people and enabling aerospace is important for our strategic focus areas.

Hear from Sir Stephen👇

Our STEM ambassadors met thousands of young people at the Science Museum, with lots of activities to enjoy 🔬🌌

They also shared insights into the exciting world of aviation and aerospace.

Our STEM programme 👉 stem.caa.co.uk

Thinking of booking a package holiday?

For a smoother journey, think about:

🏖Booking an ATOL protected package.
🔍Doing your research on your travel company before you book.
📄Taking out travel insurance after booking.

#aviation #KnowBeforeYouGo

Today, we appeared Transport Committee to discuss our work as the regulator ✈🚀

Our Chair, Sir Stephen Hillier highlighted our new strategy & why our mission of protecting people and enabling aerospace is important to delivering our strategic focus areas.

Hear from Sir Stephen 👇

Loss of control in recreational flying is a big safety concern.

An incident over West Sussex in 2021 is a vital reminder.

We've released a video for general aviation pilots on proper stall, spin recovery techniques, and parachute use.

👉 youtu.be/gkPABHoEVlM

Last chance to apply to join the Air Travel Insolvency Protection Advisory Committee (ATIPAC) - deadline is this Friday 19 April.

All of the details and how to apply: caa.co.uk/atipac/applica…

We're looking at how we regulate #AI in aviation.

The industry embraces the transformative power of AI and has already enhanced safety and efficiency by:

🔧Predictive maintenance.
✈ Air traffic management.
👩‍✈️Refining pilot training.

More info 👉 ow.ly/S4jP50QWqc3

Last year we received a letter from Max, a young aviation enthusiast.

Working with Newcastle International Airport, Max and his sister Maisie visited the Airport to:

🚎 Ride their electric bus.
🚒 Put out a controlled test fire.
🛬Watched planes take off from the control tower.

#Aviation #STEM

Only a week left to apply to become a new member of the Air Travel Insolvency Protection Advisory Committee.

ATIPAC advises Department for Transport and UK Civil Aviation Authority on consumer financial protection.

This is a great opportunity - more details and application pack: rb.gy/xlkwu5

We've played an active role in a ground-breaking airside refuelling trial at Bristol Airport.

Hydrogen has been used to refuel and power critical parts of easyJet’s ground operation over several weeks, showing it can be used safely.

👉bristolairport.co.uk/corporate/news…

The AAIB April Monthly Bulletin has been published:

gov.uk/government/pub…

#Aviation #Aviation Safety

Loss of control in recreational flying is big safety concern.

An incident over West Sussex in 2021 is a vital reminder.

We've released a video for general aviation pilots on proper stall, spin recovery techniques, and parachute use.

👉 youtu.be/gkPABHoEVlM

Recently, we were in Wales seeing cutting-edge technology and aircraft recycling initiatives.

It's vital for us to keep pace with the rapidly changing sector, in our mission of protecting people and enabling aerospace.

Hear more from our Chair, Sir Stephen Hillier👇