Response to our consultation on our proposal to regulate ground handling

On the 27 October 2025 the CAA published CAP3183 Ground Handling Regulations Consultation (the ‘Consultation’).

In the Consultation the CAA set out its proposals for the regulation of  ground handling across UK Certified and Licenced aerodromes.

The CAA considers that opportunities exist to improve safety and engagement with Ground Handling Service Providers (GHSP) who are currently providing a service at UK aerodromes; with opportunities to improve the cooperation between Airlines, Aerodromes and Ground Handling Service Providers (GHSP).

We invite stakeholders to view the response roundup comments.