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2015 decisions
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2012 decisions
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- NATS - IAA Irish Sea ACP - Sub proposal 1 - Introduction of Dublin point merge - additional airspace requirements in UK airspace
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- NATS - IAA Irish Sea ACP - Sub proposal 4 - changes to airways L70 and (U)Y70 in northwest England
- NATS - IAA Irish Sea ACP - Sub proposal 5 - lowering and extension of ATS route (U)15 Ex(U)L6 and introduction of new link routes (U)L28 and (U)Q4
- Manston Kent international airport (KIA) RNAV (GNSS) hold airspace change proposal
- Proposed introduction of Cardiff - Bristol Severn and additional Cotswold control areas
- Reclassification of the Glasgow control area
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News
- London Luton Airport hosts local Accessibility Day as 17% national increase* in number of disabled flyers
- Batteries are included: new safety campaign launched by regulator
- British Gliding Association granted Delegated Authority status
- Regulator to meet aviation and aerospace leaders in Scotland
- Nearly 350 space licences issued as regulator ramps up engagement ahead of next UK launch
- Lift off – UK Civil Aviation Authority partners with Springpod for virtual work experience
- Cancelled flights and flights on time improve at UK airports
- UK Civil Aviation Authority consults on Gatwick Airport Limited’s commitments
- UK Civil Aviation Authority launches active carbon monoxide detector survey
- Regulator launches new support to deliver airspace modernisation
- UK Civil Aviation Authority and the National Civil Aviation Agency of Brazil sign Letter of Intent on eVTOL certification
- Three Non-Executive Directors reappointed at UK Civil Aviation Authority
- Aviation regulator launches recruitment campaign to inspire future aviation professionals
- Regulator sets out Provisional Decision on NATS airline charges
- Update from the General Aviation Unit on Q2 2023 activities
- Regulator sets out possible improvements for flying in Manchester airspace
- UK Government publishes review of Civil Aviation Authority
- Regulator reminds drone users to register before they fly
- Regulator praises accessibility improvements across UK airports
- Regulator brings enforcement action against Wizz Air
- UK Civil Aviation Authority publish The Paramotor Code
- New report highlights accessibility issues with airline websites
- Updates and advice to consumers impacted by travel disruption
- Regulator to launch independent review of NATS technical failure
- New system introduced to simplify airspace notifications for cranes
- Civil Aviation Authority confirms appointment of Chief Finance Officer
- UK Civil Aviation Authority visits Scotland and Northern Ireland airfields
- UK on cusp of next aviation revolution, says UK regulator
- Regulator launches third round of funding to deliver airspace modernisation
- Regulator’s independent review to consider wider impact of NATS technical issue
- UK Civil Aviation Authority Appoints Rob Bishton as the new Chief Executive
- Aviation regulators strengthen co-operation on safety enforcement
- Update from the General Aviation Unit on Q3 2023 activities
- UK Civil Aviation Authority calls on drone pilots to fly responsibly and not disrupt emergency helicopters
- New trials move the UK closer to allowing everyday drone deliveries and flying beyond visual line of sight
- UK Civil Aviation Authority publishes price control decision on NATS airline charges
- Aviation regulator sets out improved airspace change process
- Regulator strengthens aviation and aerospace ties in Northern Ireland
- Additional measures to improve cost sharing flight arrangement choices
- Virgin Atlantic granted Permit to Fly for historic transatlantic 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel flight
- Proposed changes to improve and strengthen the Pilot Medical Declaration system
- New study on Electronic Conspicuity published by aviation regulator
- Regulator launches Hydrogen Challenge to explore potential of new aviation fuel type
- Drone users urged to respond to significant consultation on proposals
- Regulator warns consumers not to fall foul of packing rules this festive season
- SaxaVord granted spaceport licence by UK Civil Aviation Authority
- Aviation security training instructor prosecuted
- Final countdown as Electronic Conspicuity Rebate Scheme ends
- Young people leading post-COVID aviation revival, UK Civil Aviation Authority finds
- UK Civil Aviation Authority announces new Director of People and Culture
- Regulator's enforcement action sees over £1 million refunded to Wizz Air passengers
- eVTOL operations a step closer in the UK as aviation regulator looks at vertiport design proposals
- Update from the General Aviation Unit on Q4 2023 activities
- Step forward in unlocking drones flying beyond visual line of sight
- Light aircraft to become safer under new proposals from regulator
- UK Civil Aviation Authority and Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore expand collaboration
- First companies for Hydrogen Challenge announced by aviation regulator
- Sir Stephen Hillier re-appointed as Chair of UK Civil Aviation Authority
- UK Civil Aviation Authority unveils new strategy for protecting people, enabling aerospace
- Regulator shares advice for holidaymakers ahead of Easter getaway as passenger demand continues to grow
- UK Civil Aviation Authority proposes streamlined licensing system for General Aviation Pilots
- Regulator publishes progress report on Independent Review into August 2023 NATS Flight Planning System Failure
- Regulator proposes changes to Heathrow Airport Limited’s airline charges in response to CMA appeal
- Civil Aviation Authority highlights importance of aerospace industry in Wales
- Nearly half of consumers think airports and airlines are ready for their summer getaway
- SaxaVord Spaceport granted range licence by Civil Aviation Authority
- Selina Chadha Appointed Group Director for Consumers & Markets at UK Civil Aviation Authority
- Regulator decides on changes to Heathrow Airport Limited’s airline charges in response to CMA appeal
- New proposals for environmental information to be available to consumers booking flights
- UK regulator brings together experts to give lift to the future of hydrogen fuel
- UK aviation industry sees highest number of licences issued to women but mountain still to climb
- Plans to upgrade airspace unveiled by UK regulator
- Regulator to inspire over 100,000 students in next year in STEM education push
- Regulator Board hosted a stakeholder meet-and-greet at Farnborough Airshow
- Regulator signs working arrangement with Japan
- Improvements in airport accessibility continues since pandemic, with “more work to do” as demand increases
- UK Civil Aviation Authority consults on Gatwick Airport Limited’s commitments (1)
- New trials set to help unlock drone deliveries and inspections in the UK
- Regulator urges consumers to brush up on their passenger rights ahead of the August Bank Holiday
- Regulator mandates carbon monoxide detectors in piston engine aircraft
- Sustainability top of the agenda as regulator visits aerospace industry in Manchester
- Drone users reminded of new airspace notification system
- Aviation regulator sets out plan to enable routine drone flights beyond line of sight
- Midlands set to drive the aerospace revolution in UK cities, says regulator
- UK’s aviation regulator to enhance industry environmental reporting
- UK and US aviation regulators strengthen cooperation in private aircraft ramp checks
- Launch of new ATOL claims portal; a leap forward for consumer service
- Giancarlo Buono Appointed Group Director of Safety and Airspace Regulation at the UK Civil Aviation Authority
- Infrastructure inspections with drones made easier under new rules
- New plans for quicker, quieter and cleaner flights on the horizon
- UK Civil Aviation Authority starts process of setting next price control for Heathrow Airport
- Aviation regulator publishes Independent Review into August 2023 NATS Flight Planning System Failure
- Real term price reduction proposed for UK Civil Aviation Authority charges
- UK Civil Aviation Authority approves Manchester Low-Level Route airspace change
- UK to bring aviation experts together for third legal summit
- UK regulator unveils new AI strategy
- Snow your rights before jetting off this Christmas
- UK Civil Aviation Authority gives Santa permission to enter airspace
- UK's first vertical launch approved by Civil Aviation Authority
- UK on course to lead world in hydrogen fuel as aviation regulator expands Hydrogen Challenge
- New Non-Executive Directors announced at the UK Civil Aviation Authority
- UK Civil Aviation Authority accepts Gatwick Airport’s commitments
- Commercial pilot fined after RAF intercepted flight
- Guidance to consumers impacted by Heathrow Airport incident– 21 March 2025
- UK Civil Aviation Authority appointed to oversee safety standards for drones
- Regulation of Heathrow will seek to protect passengers and pave the way for sustainable growth
- 1,616 businesses in the travel sector licensed under the ATOL scheme
- Response to Ryanair's statement on the delayed flight RK1265 from Agadir to Manchester
- UK Civil Aviation Authority Launches UK SORA: A Digital Risk Assessment System for unmanned aircraft systems
- Updated rules confirmed to support safe growth of drone sector
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