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 United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is the public corporation which oversees and regulates all aspects of aviation in the United Kingdom.
The civil servant responsible for the CAA in the Department for Transport is Sandra Webber, Divisional Manager of the Aviation: Consumer and CAA Division.
In some aspects of aviation it is the primary regulator, in other areas, where the responsibility for regulation has passed to the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), the CAA acts as EASA's local office, implementing the regulations.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/UK_Civil_Aviation_Authority   (366 words)

  
 THE CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
The civil aviation industry, which is a key factor for promotion of social, political and economic life in the modern times, was unfortunately a neglected sector in Pakistan.
The CAA authorities are aiming at creating a cargo hub at Lahore for the industries and export houses of northern areas through this cargo complex to be developed at Lahore.
CAA is required to pay an amount of RS 2 billion each year for the next 3 years on account of borrowing and contractual obligation of new Lahore Airport.
www.pakistaneconomist.com /database1/cover/c2001-1.asp   (2751 words)

  
 The Civil Aviation Authority (Air Navigation) Directions   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
These directions are hereby given to the Civil Aviation Authority ("the CAA") by the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions in exercise of the powers conferred by Section 66(1) of the Transport Act 2000 ("the Act").
The CAA shall publish details of mechanisms for consultation with representatives of air users, aerodrome operators and providers of air traffic services and other bodies and individuals as appropriate who may be materially affected by any changes proposed by the CAA in UK air navigation arrangements in the Official Record of the Civil Aviation Authority.
The CAA shall ensure that close co-operation is maintained in relation to air navigation with international organisations and the civil and military aviation authorities of other States.
www.dft.gov.uk /stellent/groups/dft_aviation/documents/page/dft_aviation_036670.hcsp   (1271 words)

  
 Civil Aviation Authority - Search Results - MSN Encarta   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) regulatory body of the British aviation industry.
All countries have aviation legislation designed to conform to the international rules.
In Britain, aviation is regulated by the Civil Aviation...
uk.encarta.msn.com /Civil_Aviation_Authority.html   (151 words)

  
 Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
In 1957, the Department of Civil Aviation was formally established under the then Ministry of Work, Communications and Transport of the Government of Nepal..
The statutory regulations regarding civil aviation were introduced under the Civil Aviation Act, 1959 (2015 BS).
Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) was established as an autonomous regulatory body on 31 December 1998 under Civil Aviation Act, 1996.
www.caanepal.org.np   (198 words)

  
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The role of the CAA’s Safety Regulation Group is to develop our UK world-class aviation safety environment, in partnership with industry, by driving continuous improvements in aviation safety in the UK and, in partnership with the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), across Europe.
Moreover, as a Competent Authority, SRG acts as an executive arm of EASA in delivering safety oversight of UK industry against EASA’s pan-European rules and standards, in addition to its strategic national objective of ensuring that the UK’s aviation good safety performance is, at least, sustained at its present level.
CAA is committed to a strong partnership with the Agency so that the European safety framework will provide the harmonised rules and economic benefits that will flow from a rigorous and consistent regulatory regime for Europe’s aviation industry.
www.caa.co.uk /default.aspx?categoryid=3   (327 words)

  
 CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY PAKISTAN
Approved Aviation Training Centre: A training centre approved by CAA or a training centre of a contracting state recognized by the CAA; that imparts training for issue of an Air Traffic Controller Licence or Rating.
Civil Aviation Training Institute, Hyderabad (CATI) or ATCO training institutes of contracting states, recognized by the CAA, are approved Aviation Training Centres for the conduct of Basic ATC Course and Radar Course for Air Traffic Controllers.
The aviation training centres providing basic/OJT training for issuance of ATCL shall be monitored and audited at least once a year for the renewal of their approval status.
www.geocities.com /caapak/ANO900014ATCL.htm   (1056 words)

  
 The Government Role in Civil Aviation
Many aviation leaders in the 1920s believed that federal regulation was necessary to give the public confidence in the safety of air transportation.
In 1938, the Civil Aeronautics Act transferred federal responsibilities for non-military aviation from the Bureau of Air Commerce to a new, independent agency, the Civil Aeronautics Authority.
In 1944, the United States hosted a conference in Chicago that led to the establishment of the International Civil Aviation Organization and set the framework for future aviation diplomacy.
www.centennialofflight.gov /essay/Government_Role/POL-OV.htm   (2279 words)

  
 Kenya Civil Aviation Authority - Home
The Kenya Civil Aviation authority is a State Corporation established through an act of Parliament, the Civil Aviation (Amendment) Act 2002, on 24 October 2002.
It succeeded the Directorate of Civil Aviation (DCA), which was a government department in the Ministry of Transport and Communication.
The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) is a Government of Kenya body corporate managed by a strong eleven man Board of Directors, which include an Executive Director General, all appointed by the Minister of Transport.
www.kenyacivilaviation.or.ke   (243 words)

  
 Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka
The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (the “CAA”) was established under the Civil Aviation Authority Act No.34 of 2002 on 27th December 2002 and is deemed a Public Enterprise for the purpose of audit of accounts under Article 154 of the Constitution of the Democratic Socialistic Republic of Sri Lanka.
It’s primary function is to undertake activities that promote civil aviation safety and security in keeping with International Standards and Recommended Practices adopted by International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and to steer the aviation sector in Sri Lanka as a prime contributor to the growth of national economy, enhancing quality of life of it’s citizens.
The Authority is subjected to the direction and control of the Minister in charge of the subject of civil aviation who at present is the Minister of Ports and Aviation, and it reports directly to him.
www.caa.lk   (301 words)

  
 Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka
The fees to be levied by the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka or Director-General of Civil Aviation for provision of facilities and services shall be as listed under the Schedule hereto.
Any applicant seeking facilities or services mentioned below shall furnish to the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka all applicable information as required by the Civil Aviation Authority or Director-General of Civil Aviation together with the fees mentioned in Column II of the Schedule, at the time of submitting the application.
An applicant shall, in addition to the fees mentioned in the Schedule hereto, bear the full cost of air passage, hotel accommodation and daily subsistence allowance at the approved rate for the officials whom the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka may have to engage to perform any work overseas in relation to the application.
www.caa.lk /fees.htm   (1675 words)

  
 Finnish Civil Aviation Authority - News
The establishment of a new Authority was made necessary by changes in the Finnish Constitution and State Enterprise Act.
According to the Government proposal, the costs for the establishment and operation of the new authority should be partly covered by a tax-like charge for the supervision of air traffic.
The establishment of the new aviation authority is a part of a larger renewal of the Finnish aviation legislation.
www.ilmailuhallinto.fi /news?id=33927   (358 words)

  
 Welcome to MOFA web site
The Civil Aviation Authority has a legal status and a budget within the national budget of the State.
The Civil Aviation Department and the Meteorological Department were merged to form the Civil Aviation and Meteorological Department as part of the Civil Aviation Authority, which aims at promoting civil aviation and meteorological services to the highest possible levels.
The Civil Aviation College was founded in 1977 in cooperation with UNDP and the International Civil Aviation Organization to serve the needs of civil aviation in the Arab Gulf countries.
english.mofa.gov.qa /details.cfm?id=107   (1220 words)

  
 UNDP - Civil Aviation Caretaker Authority for Somalia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
The Civil Aviation Caretaker Authority for Somalia (CACAS) was formed in 1996 to ensure the safety of air transport operations, in the absence of a recognised central government.
It is a joint effort of UNDP and the International Civil Aviation Organisation.
Yet the rehabilitation of the air transport infrastructure is crucial for the safe conduct of humanitarian activities and the overall development of Somalia.
www.so.undp.org /programmes/civaviation.htm   (444 words)

  
 Online edition of Daily News - News   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
The move is intended to provide a proper regulatory framework and financial and technical resources for the local civil aviation sector in carrying out the minimum Safety Oversight requirements of the International Civil Aviation Convention.
The Bill containing proposals to abolish the Civil Aviation Department and establish a Civil Aviation Authority was passed in Parliament last month and was published in the Government gazette subsequently.
The new authority will comprise eight members headed by a Chairman, the Secretary to the Defense Ministry, a representative of the Finance Ministry and the Director General of Civil Aviation.
www.dailynews.lk /2003/01/29/new15.html   (191 words)

  
 Aircraft noise, Low Flying other aviation complaints or concerns
As noise is not generally considered a safety issue, the CAA does not have authority to assist with the problem.
The minimum acceptable heights for flying are prescribed in Civil Aviation Rule 91.311 Minimum heights for VFR flights.
There are a number of exceptions such as when carrying out agricultural aircraft operations, when operating within a low flying training area, and when the bona fide purpose of the flight requires the aircraft to be flown at a lower height.
www.caa.govt.nz /passengers/aviation_concerns.htm   (264 words)

  
 Civil Aviation Authority - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is the name for the national body governing civil aviation in a number of countries.
Civil Aviation Authority of the Republic of Slovenia
This page was last modified 22:03, 19 May 2006.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Civil_Aviation_Authority   (68 words)

  
 Airports Vanuatu Ltd - AVL   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
The Civil Aviation Authority operates under delegated authority from the Director General of Infrastructure and Public Utilities.
This includes all matters related to the licensing, certification and regulation of aircraft, flight crew and aerodromes, together with air navigation services aspects, aviation security and the regulatory oversight of the Vanuatu Airports, as well as all matters related to the economic regulation of air transport and air services development.
To establish and administer sound aviation regulations, procedures and standards necessary to achieve and maintain the safe and efficient conduct of Vanuatu Civil Aviation.
www.airports.vu /goverment/vcaa.shtml   (208 words)

  
 General   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Through its Aviassist program, the Netherlands Directorate General of Civil Aviation and Freight Transport (DGTL) provides technical assistance to aviation authorities in developing countries with the objective to keep aviation safety in line with the minimum level as defined by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO).
Given the international character of aviation, this creates a weak link in the chain of worldwide aviation safety.
The 2005 Netherlands’ Policy Agenda on Civil Aviation Safety aims to address these issues and continues the support for the Aviassist program as started in 1996.
www.aviassist.nl   (421 words)

  
 General Civil Aviation Authority | Home
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) is a federal, autonomous body set up to oversee all aviation-related activities in the United Arab Emirates.
The General Civil Aviation Authority shall undertake, in coordination with local authorities and concerned bodies, the execution of the Civil Aviation Law, and shall, in particular, realize the following objectives.
•Promulgate the general policy for civil aviation and propose laws and regulations which ensure the organization thereof, forming the necessary committees to implement such policies and......
www.gcaa.ae /en   (115 words)

  
 Skycontrol.net: Civil Aviation Authority UK
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), which is a public corporation, was established by Parliament in 1972 as an independent specialist aviation regulator and provider of air traffic services.
Following the separation of National Air Traffic Services from the CAA in 2001, the CAA is now the UK’s independent aviation regulator, with all civil aviation regulatory functions (economic regulation, airspace policy, safety regulation and consumer protection) integrated within a single specialist body.
The UK Government requires that the CAA’s costs are met entirely from its charges on those whom it regulates.
www.skycontrol.net /ep-15/civil-aviation-authority-uk   (112 words)

  
 About The Civil Aviation Authority
The Air Safety Regulations division at the Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands is responsible for the safety/technical regulation of the Cayman Islands aviation industry.
During the 12 years spent at Transport Canada, Ian took two leaves of absence to serve two years in Kathmandu, Nepal on an International Civil Aviation Organization sponsored project, that involved flying food and medical supplies to the remote villages of the Himalya Mountains; and then six months flying cargo on DC8’s worldwide.
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands
www.caacayman.com /2005/airsafety/ian.php   (364 words)

  
 Finnish Civil Aviation Authority - News
An essential goal in the Flight Safety Authority’s work is to maintain the flight safety in Finland at a high international level, as defined by the Ministry of Transport and Communications.
General aviation accounted for four accidents, three of which occurred to helicopters and one to an aeroplane.
In sport aviation occurred three accidents, of which one to a glider, one to a powered glider and one in parachuting.
www.ilmailuhallinto.fi /news?id=12110   (251 words)

  
 Vanuatu Civil Aviation Authority rejects l'Express black listing
The Vanuatu Civil Aviation Authority (CAAV) says it has never received any formal notification of being on such a list, nor on what CAA France calls its red list.
The Vanuatu authority is subject to regular audits, as other countries which are associated with the international body, and has submitted to an audit in 2001 with follow-up in 2003.
However, he points out that Vanuatu civil aviation has moved to New Zealand civil aviation rules from the old Vanuatu civil aviation rules of 1984, which were already a cocktail of French, Australian and New Zealand rules, together with some unique New Hebrides rules.
www.news.vu /en/news/national/051003-Vanuatu-Civil-Aviation-Authority-rejects-listing.shtml   (374 words)

  
 China Tourism
The aviation industry regulator is considering further opening the country's potentially huge aviation sector to private investment.
The General Administration of Civil Aviation of China (CAAC) will accelerate reforms to the regulation of domestic capital in the civil aviation industry, Yang Yuanyuan, CAAC director-general, said at a national work meeting on aviation.
A total of 31 county-level cultural relics authorities from across the country were commended on Thursday in Beijing for their paramount efforts in protecting historical treasures.
www.chinainfotravel.com /China_Tourism.htm   (15054 words)

  
 Aviation Update - Aviation Web-Site   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Australia has placed its aviation industry on heightened alert after receiving a generic threat to the country covering the next two months.
Hendrickson says that the lease on the 30,000 square foot spot in the Oneida County Airport is in the finalization stage.
Aviation expert Robert Galan has testified that it is unlikely that a 1997 SilkAir crash was caused by pilot suicide.
www.aviator-world.info /history-of-the-international-civil-aviation-or...   (931 words)

  
 Civil Aviation Safety Authority
Media Release - A special summit has been called to examine the concept of self administration for the general aviation sector of the aviation industry.
Media Release A series of nationwide workshops are being held to help the aviation industry prepare for the introduction of mandatory alcohol and other drugs testing.
Members of the aviation industry are invited to attend special forums around Australia and have their say on how changes should be introduced.
www.casa.gov.au   (136 words)

  
 Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority :: AVIATION SECURITY
The Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority (JCAA) is the body duly assigned by the Ministry of Transport and Works to provide oversight responsibility for Aviation Security in Jamaica.
The role of the JCAA in Aviation Secuirty is fairly new as the Security Regulations have only been promulgated since December 2004.
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) oversees and develops security guidelines for all of its member states.
www.jcaa.gov.jm /AviationSecurity.htm   (392 words)

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