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News and blogs from the UK Civil Aviation Authority

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Groundbreaking roadmap for aircraft of the future released

Published on: 17 June 2025
Category:innovation

Landmark roadmap established between national aviation authorities from the UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the United States.

Updated rules confirmed to support safe growth of drone sector

Published on: 08 May 2025
Category:Drones ,
Category:innovation

Outcome of drone regulation consultation confirms a package of updates by the regulator to simplify rules and enhance safety.

UK Civil Aviation Authority appointed to oversee safety standards for drones

Published on: 24 March 2025
Category:innovation

The UK’s aerospace regulator has been appointed as the Market Surveillance Authority (MSA) for drones.

UK on course to lead world in hydrogen fuel as aviation regulator expands Hydrogen Challenge

Published on: 03 February 2025
Category:innovation ,
Category:Environment and Sustainability

The UK Civil Aviation Authority has announced the expansion and extension of the Hydrogen Challenge by launching a second round.

UK regulator unveils new AI strategy

Published on: 28 November 2024
Category:innovation

UK Civil Aviation Authority sets out its approach to exploring how the challenges and opportunities presented by AI could be addressed.

Infrastructure inspections with drones made easier under new rules

Published on: 15 October 2024
Category:Drones ,
Category:innovation

Innovative new policy launched by the UK Civil Aviation Authority to help unlock drones flying beyond visual line of sight.

New trials set to help unlock drone deliveries and inspections in the UK

Published on: 15 August 2024
Category:innovation ,
Category:Drones

Regulator announces organisations set to take part in new trials which will see drones used in everyday life.

First companies for Hydrogen Challenge announced by aviation regulator

Published on: 28 February 2024
Category:innovation

eVTOL operations a step closer in the UK as aviation regulator looks at vertiport design proposals

Published on: 24 January 2024
Category:Airspace ,
Category:innovation

New consultation launched by the UK Civil Aviation Authority on vertiport design at existing aerodromes.

Regulator launches Hydrogen Challenge to explore potential of new aviation fuel type

Published on: 21 November 2023
Category:innovation

UK Civil Aviation Authority launches new challenge to understand the potential of hydrogen fuel.

News from UK Civil Aviation Authority

UK Civil Aviation Authority and Ministry of Defence join forces to build pathway into civil aviation for military personnel
- Published on: 26 June 2025
- Category: News Item
Regulator’s accessibility assistance report highlights progress made by most UK airports but finds three airports need improvement
- Published on: 25 June 2025
- Category: News Item
Groundbreaking roadmap for aircraft of the future released
- Published on: 17 June 2025
- Category: News Item