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Inspection Authorisation (IA) initial and refresher courses - register your interest!

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Part 77 proposal

Crane at Stewart Duff Drive, Wellington
Submissions close 20 Apr 2023

Briefing to the Incoming Minister, 2023

UK CAA Safety Notice SN-2020/005: Ageing Aircraft Component Reliability & Associated Acceptance of Replacement Parts

Part 77 determinations

Crane at 17 Hickory Place, Hornby, Christchurch - determination of hazard
Crane at 10 Alpha Street, Te Aro, Wellington - determination of no hazard
Crane at 30 Hospital Road, Otahuhu, Auckland - determination of hazard

Aircraft register - updated

Part 77 determinations

Crane at 10 The Cutting Way, Palmerston North - determination of hazard
Crane at 125 Unsworth Drive, Auckland - determination of no hazard

Vector magazine – Autumn 2023 out now!

Check out our latest issue of Vector magazine, with our cover story: "Classic Fighters is back".

FAA SAIB 2023-04 Hartzell and McCauley Propellers - Improper maintenance by Trinity Specialized Services, LLC (Trinity)

FAA Emergency AD 2023-05-16 Certain Continental Engines – Crankshaft Counterweight Retaining Rings

Part 77 proposal

Crane at 2 Devonport Road, Tauranga
Submissions close 11 Apr 2023

Aircraft register - updated

Vector Online: Missed the ADS-B deadline?

Part 77 proposal

Crane at 61 Molesworth Street, Wellington
Submissions close 07 Apr 2023

FAA Unapproved Parts Notification 2023-S20220531034 - Parts for Honeywell TFE731-2 engines - issued 12 Jan 2023

FAA Unapproved Parts Notification 2023-S20220706012 Windshield Wiper Assemblies - issued 12 Jan 2023

FAA SAIB 2023-03 Helicopter Crash Resistant Fuel Systems - issued 08 Mar 2023

Part 77 determinations

Cranes at 168 Castle Street, Dunedin (replaced with signed version) - determination of hazard
Crane at 15 Dowling Street, Dunedin - determination of no hazard
Crane at 30 Pohutukawa Drive, Owhata, Rotorua - determination of hazard

AC21-06, Revision 3, Identification of products and parts - Identification information, provision, and replacement

This AC has been revised in line with the systematic review of all ACS. Revision 3 is the first revision since 2007, but does not make substantive changes.

Revision 3:

• clarifies standards for dataplates, serial numbers and other identification plates,
• clarifies that for rule 21.803 – Identification of aircraft, aircraft engines, and propellers, Part 21 Subpart Q applies to Part 148 Manufacturing Organisations producing a type-certificated product,
• corrects typos and other minor errors and clarifies requirements for Special Category aircraft, and
• formats this AC in line with current ACs.

A marked up version, with insertions in yellow highlight and deletions in strikethrough is available here for easy reference:

AC21-06, Revision 3, Identification of products and parts - Identification information, provision, and replacement - marked up [PDF 317 KB]

AC21-12, Revision 1, Airworthiness Certificates — Special Category — Light Sport Aircraft

There has been a minor revision of this AC, the first since March 2021. Revision 1:

• updates Appendix 2 – New Zealand LSA Type Acceptances Completed,
• updates a form reference in the maintenance and inspection section,
• adjusts the layout in line with the current standard for ACs, and
• adds a version history.

A marked up version, with insertions in yellow highlight and deletions in strikethrough is available here for easy reference:

AC21-12, Revision 1, Airworthiness Certificates — Special Category — Light Sport Aircraft - marked up [PDF 397 KB]

EASA Emergency AD 2023-0048-E Robin DR 400 Aircraft - Main Wing Spar - effective 09 Mar 2023

Physical addresses of regulated air cargo agents (v144) - updated 07 Mar 2023

List of Part 109 regulated air cargo agents

Vector Online: Classic Fighters is back. Here's how to get there safely

FAA SAIB 2023-02 Mooney M20 Series Aircraft – Landing Gear Maintenance - issued 03 Mar 2023

Save the date! Flight Examiner Seminar 2023

The next flight examiner seminar is planned for 17-18 October 2023 in Wellington.

There is no fee for this seminar, however you will need to cover all travel and accommodation costs. We recommend making your travel arrangements as soon as you can.

Further information, including seminar topics and the venue will be communicated closer to the time.

Email PFT.Admin@caa.govt.nz if you have any questions.

Aircraft register - updated

Part 77 proposal

Crane at 335 Tuam Street, Christchurch
Submissions close 29 Mar 2023

Part 77 determinations

Crane at Auckland International Airport - determination of hazard
Cranes at 168 Castle Street, Dunedin - determination of hazard
Crane at 221 Madras Street, Christchurch - determination of hazard

Part 77 proposals

Building at 9 Inanga St, Hobsonville, Auckland
Crane at 99 Portage Road, Mt Wellington
Submissions for both close 29 Mar 2023

AC21-9, Revision 1, Special Flight Permits

This AC has been revised and is available here. Revision 1 is the first revision since this AC was issued in 2014, and

• adds information to clarify Section 2, Eligibility, and section 6.3 Special Flight Permit – Application, Grounds for request
• makes stylistic changes in line with current AC style, and
• adds a Version History. 

A marked-up version with the insertions in yellow highlight and the deletions in strikethrough, is available here for easy reference:

AC021-9, Revision 1, Special Flight Permits - marked up [PDF 296 KB]

CASA Airworthiness Bulletin AWB 63-006 Issue 4 - Robinson R22 Main Rotor Drive System

Advisory Circulars Monthly Report - Feb 2023

Brazil ANAC Special Airworthiness Bulletin 2023-01 dated 10 February 2023 – Embraer aircraft fitted with Rotary Switches with a Pull-to-Turn Feature

Aircraft register - updated

Safety Directive SD-2023/001 from CAA (UK): Grounding of all Freefly Astro Aircraft - effective 23 Feb 2023

Emergency FAA AD 2023-04-08 Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc. Reciprocating Engine - effective 24 Feb 2023

Part 77 proposals

Crane at 90 Devonport Rd, Tauranga
Crane at at 20 Beach Road, Auckland
Submissions for both close 23 Mar 2023

Airworthiness Directives Schedule Amendment Nr 23-02 - effective 23 Feb 2023

Temporary restricted areas within uncontrolled airspace - Eastern North Island - map of restricted areas updated

Airspace occurrence briefs - updated with two occurrences from 2022

Aircraft register - updated

Media release: Accessing restricted airspace over the Eastern North Island

Additional temporary restricted areas within uncontrolled airspace - Eastern North Island

Type acceptance report: Schleicher AS 33 Series [PDF 551 KB]
This is the latest model from this manufacturer.

Security screening times
Percentage of passengers processed through AvSec screening points within ten minutes in the past twelve months.

Part 77 proposal

Crane at 11 Quay St, Kopu
Submissions close 15 Mar 2023

Vector Online: Woodbourne busts

Between November 2021 and October 2022 there were 48 reported airspace intrusions into the Woodbourne control zone. Vector Online takes a look at the challenges – and peculiarities – of the local transit lane.

Continuing Airworthiness Notice - 05-015 - Airworthiness Limitations (AWL) Compliance with AWL Inspections - effective 20 Feb 2023

AC066-1, Rev 5, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence - General - draft for consultation
Submissions close 20 Mar 2023

Cyclone Gabrielle - NOTAMs and temporary restricted airspace

Part 77 proposal

Crane at 17 Hickory Place, Hornby
Submissions close 15 Mar 2023

FAA SAIB 2023-01: MAIN ROTOR BLADES; Brinelled Main Rotor Blade Spindle Bearing – issued 14 Feb 2023

Physical addresses of regulated air cargo agents (v143) - updated 13 Feb 2023

List of Part 109 regulated air cargo agents

Part 77 proposal

Crane at 30 Hospital Road, Otahuhu, Auckland
Submissions close 08 Mar 2023

Part 77 determinations

Crane at 4-8 Oxford Terrace, Mt Cook, Wellington - determination of no hazard
Cranes at 347 Hillside Road South and 29 Neville Street, Dunedin - determination of no hazard
Crane at 515 State Highway 2, Te Puna, Tauranga - determination of no hazard
Meteorological Tower at 650 Venlaw Road, Oware, Southland - determination of no hazard

Good Aviation Practice (GAP) booklet revision: New Zealand airspace

It’s crucial to aviation safety that pilots, including drone operators, have a sound knowledge of airspace. This booklet explains the different classes of airspace, visual navigation charts, and the available air traffic services.

This is a general update of the booklet, previously updated in 2019.

Download a digital copy [PDF 2.4 MB] or request a printed copy using our order form.

Aircraft register - updated

Media statement: Hood Aerodrome prosecution – CAA withdraws charges

Airworthiness and Maintenance Workshop - register now!

• Tauranga: 21-22 March 2023
• Auckland: 16-17 May 2023
• Queenstown: 4-5 July 2023

Revised form: 24115-02 Part 115 Compliance Matrix – Common Requirements – Exposition Content [DOCX 90 KB]

EASA SIB 2022-10R1 - Durbal Metallwarenfabrik and Maedler Push Rod Ends - Production Deficiency - issued 06 Feb 2023

Type acceptance report: Lockheed 12-A [PDF 661 KB]

This is an old pre-WW2 aircraft of which there are very few left in the world and one in New Zealand.

Aircraft register - updated

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) - ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices

Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand is currently updating New Zealand’s compliance with, and differences from, the Annexes to the Convention on International Civil Aviation, and the list of differences from ICAO Standards, Recommended Practices and Procedures referred to in AIPNZ GEN 1.7.

Emergency EASA AD 2023-0028 - AIRBUS HELICOPTERS EC 130 T2 embodied with Airbus Helicopters modification 074581 in production - effective 15 Feb 2023

Advisory Circulars Monthly Report - Jan 2023

AC61-15, Rev 7, Pilot Licences and Ratings — Agricultural Ratings

The marked up copy, to easily check changes, is available here [PDF 612 KB].

23 EXE 23 Exemption from the Requirements in Civil Aviation Rule 91.7 and 92.13 - issued 27 Jan 2023

Continuing Airworthiness Notice - CAN 51-004 MD 369HS and Kawasaki 369HS Helicopters – Upper Vertical Fin Crack - effective 30 Jan 2023

Emergency FAA AD 2023-02-04 - Mooney Aircraft Elevator Structure - effective 13 Feb 2023

Aircraft register - updated

Continuing Airworthiness Notice - CAN 27-021 Revision 1 - MD Helicopters 369 series, 500N and 600N fitted with a Cyclic Pitch Torque Tube P/N 369H7133-3 or -7 - effective 27 Jan 2023

Continuing Airworthiness Notice - CAN 27-019 Revision 2 - Guimbal Cabri G2 Main Rotor Pitch Link Assemblies Cracking - effective 27 Jan 2023

Part 77 proposals:

Crane at 10 Alpha Street, Te Aro, Wellington 
Submissions close 22 Feb 2023

Crane at 30 Pohutukawa Drive, Owhata, Rotorua 
Submissions close 22 Feb 2023

Crane at 125 Unsworth Drive and 5 Greenwich Way, Auckland 
Submissions close 21 Feb 2023

Airworthiness Directives Schedule Amendment Nr 23-01 - effective 26 Jan 2023

EASA SIB 2023-01 Cabri G2 helicopters - Flight Control Rods – Cracks in Pitch Link Swaging - issued 24 Jan 2023

EASA SIB 2013-04R2 - Hook and Loop Style Fasteners as Mounting Mechanism for an Emergency Locator Transmitter - issued 20 Jan 2023

Part 77 determinations:

Crane at 124 Wiri Station Road, Wiri, Auckland - determination of hazard
Crane at 387 Great North Road, Grey Lynn, Auckland - determination of no hazard
Meteorological Mast at Forestry Road, South of Waiuku - determination of no hazard

Aircraft register - updated

Part 77 proposals:

Crane at 221 Madras Street, Christchurch
Submissions close 13 Feb 2023

Cranes at 168 Castle Street, Christchurch 
Submissions close 13 Feb 2023

Media response Thursday 19 January: Wellington screening point

23/EXE/40 Exemption from the Requirement in Civil Aviation Rule 92.203(a) - issued 19 Jan 2023

AC145-2, Rev 0, Advice for AMOs on Tech Agreement Maintenance between CAAS and CAANZ - draft for consultation
Submissions close 16 Mar 2023

AC43-2, Revision 2, Aircraft Empty Weight and Empty Weight Centre of Gravity - Forms CAA 2102 and CAA 2173

This is the first time this advisory circular (AC) has been revised since 2011. Revision 2 is not a substantive revision, but corrects outdated references, makes stylistic changes in line with current ACs and adds a Version History.

The marked up copy, to easily check changes, is available here [PDF 381 KB].

Transport Canada Feedback 4/2022 Canadian Aviation Service Difficulty Reports - 01 Oct to 31 Dec 2022

Emergency JCAB AD TCD-10110-2022 (Correction) - Kawasaki BK117 Series Helicopters: Swashplate Assembly - Inspection - effective 17 Jan 2023

New bird incident rate report - April to June 2022

New Regulated Air Cargo Agents Occurrence report form CA005R [PDF 172 KB]

The Civil Aviation Authority encourages reporting of all security-related incidents or concerns, even when these may not reach the formal requirements for reporting under Civil Aviation Rule Part 12. Details of security occurrences help the CAA identify threats or risks to the aviation sector.

We invite you to use this form to voluntarily report security incidents or concerns to the Security Regulation Unit which do not require formal reporting. Incidents or concerns include suspicious interactions, observations of security concern, or anything else that makes you feel uncomfortable.

Aircraft register - updated

Application form 24091-07 revision [DOCX 344 KB]

Emergency EASA AD 2023-0006-E - Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH - MBB-BK117 and BO105 helicopters - effective 16 Jan 2023(external link)

12 Jan 2023

Part 77 determinations:

Building at Waikato Hospital, Pembroke Street, Hamilton - determination of no hazard
Crane at 219 Lake Road, Northcote, Auckland - determination of no hazard
Crane at 5 Steer Avenue, Greymouth - determination of hazard

11 Jan 2023

Inspection Authorisation (IA) courses - Auckland - February 2023 - register now!

• IA certificate initial course: 22-24 Feb 2023
• IA certificate refresher course: 27-28 Feb 2023

10 Jan 2023

New poster revision: Safety on the apron

Available in A3 and A4 sizes.

Download a digital copy [PDF 454 KB] or request a printed copy using our order form.

10 Jan 2023

New Good Aviation Practice (GAP) booklet revision: Dealing with an accident scene

This booklet, an update to the 2005 title How to deal with an aircraft accident scene, covers key information you need to know, and what you should do, if you're first on site after an aircraft has come down.

Download a digital copy [PDF 1.8 MB] or request a printed copy using our order form.

09 Jan 2023

Aircraft register - updated

02 Jan 2023

Aircraft register - updated