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Restriction of Flying Regulations at Carnoustie for Open Golf Championships between 15 and 23 July 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M046/2018. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/141

Restriction of Flying Regulations for Duxford Flying Legends, Cambridgeshire, on 14 and 15 July 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M078/2018. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/140

We have published a Display season 18 mid-season update, containing a number of observations in order to provide feedback on DS18 to Display Pilots, Event Organisers and Flying Display Directors. SW2018/139

The CAA has published its decision relating to the Farnborough Airport Airspace Change Proposal. A copy of the decision document, with other related documentation to follow, can be found on our airspace change page. SW2018/137

Holders of FAA airmen certificates issued on the basis of a UK licence where the UK licence number does not follow this example: GBR.FCL.PP.123456A.A should check the guidance on the CAA website if they have already applied for a UK licence issue or conversion. These applicants will have to travel to the US for their […]

We have updated our website with information about our preparations for the UK’s exit from the EU. Read more on our EU exit page. SW2018/135

We have published information on our website describing the process by which suitable flight simulator training devices (FSTDs) can be qualified to support upset prevention and recovery training (UPRTs) according to CS-FSTA(A) Issue 2, and in readiness for the issue of amended Regulation (EU) No. 1178/2011. SW2018/132

The CAA has revoked the Alternative Means of Compliance (EASA ref: 2012-00009) published by the CAA in 2012, against Commission Regulation (EU) 1178/2011 as amended, Annex I, FCL.740.A(b)(1)(ii). This was also published in CAP 804, Part I, Section 4, Part H, Subpart 1, Acceptable Means of Compliance and Guidance Material (AMC and GM). The reason […]

We have updated our guidance on when differences training may be required when the pilot wants to fly a microlight aeroplane, covering EASA and national licences. Please see our website for details. SW2018/129

Restriction of Flying Regulations for RAF 100 Flypast Rehearsals between 3 and 6 July 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC 043/2018. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/126

Restriction of Flying Regulations for RNAS Yeovilton Air Show on 6 and 7 July 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M045/2018. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/125

Restriction of Flying Regulations for Farnborough International Air Show 2018 between 9 and 23 July 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M044/2018. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/124

Restriction of Flying Regulations for Southport Air Show, Merseyside on 6-8 July 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M041/2018. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/123

We have published an initial consultation on the process and timetable for reviewing the economic regualtion of Gatwick Airport Limited (GAL), and on possible issues to be addressed during this process. Views are invited until 31 August 2018. SW2018/119

We have published Version 5 of Standards Document 24(A) which contains policy and guidance for examiners: multi-pilot aeroplanes (MPA) and single-pilot high performance complex aeroplanes (SP HPCA) and type rating skill test and proficiency checks using SRG1158 Schedule. Version 5 is a complete re-issue incorporating current and new policies and procedures. SW2018/118

The 2019 Pre-Display Season Symposium will be held on 5 and 6 March 2019. Further information will follow, and details of previous symposia are available on our website. SW2018/117

The dates of the next Flying Display Directors’ Accreditation Course will be 29-30 January 2019. The course is part of the FDD accreditation process, for which further information is available on our website. Details of the course will be notified on this page and in an alert once confirmed. SW2018/116

Our Regulation (EU) 2017/373 website content has been updated to reflect recent developments. While parts of the regulation remain under development (Parts ATS, AIS, FPD), we have updated Parts DAT and PERS content and the links to EASA material. This page will be updated regularly as we progress our work to implement the regulation. SW2018/115

The 2018 Post-Display Season Symposium will be held on 7 and 8 November 2018 at the Defence Academy, Shrivenham. Details are available on our website, and the closing date for applications is 23 October 2018. SW2018/114