Open consultations
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Post-implementation review of the pilot fatigue framework – pilot survey - (DP 2614OS)
We are conducting a post-implementation review (PIR) of the fatigue framework in Civil Aviation Order 48.1 Instrument 2019 (CAO 48.1). CAO 48.1 provides a framework for managing the risks of flight crew member (pilot) fatigue in Australian aircraft operations. In particular, appendices 1 to 7 of CAO 48.1 establish fatigue management settings for commercial operations (commercial operations being operations that are not private operations). This consultation is...
Closes 2 November 2026
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Safety management systems for aerodrome rescue and firefighting and air traffic and air navigation service providers - (PP 2618SS)
We are seeking feedback on a proposal to create a single set of safety management system (SMS) requirements under a new Part 5 of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998 (CASR) and an associated Manual of Standards (MOS). This proposal applies only to organisations currently required to have an SMS under Parts 139.H, 171, 172, 173 and 175 of CASR including: aerodrome rescue and firefighting service providers air traffic service providers ...
Closes 11 November 2026
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Draft guidance on airworthiness-related operational safety objectives for AusSORA
We are seeking feedback on new draft guidance for airworthiness-related operational safety objectives under the Australian Specific Operational Risk Assessment, or AusSORA. The Annex A to AC 101-06 supports the broader AusSORA framework. We previously consulted on guidance covering: airworthiness design standards system safety and reliability adverse environmental conditions. We are now seeking...
Closes 11 November 2026
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Register your interest for participation in future Technical Working Groups
The Aviation Safety Advisory Panel (ASAP) has been established to provide high-level advice to the CASA Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Director of Aviation Safety (DAS). This advice comes from the aviation community on current and emerging issues that have, or may have significant implications for aviation safety and the way CASA performs its functions. Technical Working Groups (TWGs) are established under the ASAP Terms of Reference , to refer...