There are four distinct phases: issue assessment; policy investigation; rule development; and rule finalisation.
CAA is undertaking a focused programme of work to update Civil Aviation Rules over a two-year period, beginning April 2026.
Progress reports on current projects and information on recent rule changes.
A Notice of Proposed Rule Making (NPRM) asks for comments on the proposed rule changes during a consultation period where anyone can make a submission.
After the consultation period has closed, a summary of public submissions is published with our responses. We then prepare the draft final rule for the Ministry of Transport.
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