Open consultations
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Update to the Sydney visual terminal chart - Wedderburn information box
To improve safety in the Wedderburn area, we are seeking feedback on a proposal to add an information box near Wedderburn Airport (YWBN) on the Sydney visual terminal chart (VTC). The information box will highlight the circuit altitude at Wedderburn and the recommended overflight height for aircraft operating in the area, helping pilots maintain appropriate separation from local circuit traffic. The following is the proposed text that will be provided on the chart:...
Closes 3 May 2026
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Proposed Bankstown Airport southeast VFR corridor - preferred design
We are seeking feedback from the aviation industry on a preferred design for a proposed airspace change to the Sydney Control Zone (CTR). This would introduce a one-way (outbound only) visual flight rules (VFR) corridor to the southeast of Bankstown CTR. We welcome feedback from operators in the Sydney area to better understand if there are any additional safety concerns that we should consider. Airservices Australia will be seeking feedback on the proposed change from the local...
Closes 3 May 2026
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Guidance on airworthiness related operational safety objectives (OSO) for Australian specific operational risk assessment (AusSORA)
We are seeking feedback on the draft Annex A to draft advisory circular ( AC) 101-06. AC 101-06 was consulted in March 2026. This annex provides guidance on airworthiness-related safety objectives for drone operations. The Australian Specific Operational Risk Assessment (AusSORA) addresses technical integrity, reliability, and the continued safe operation of drones through airworthiness-related Operational Safety Objectives (OSO). Compliance relies on...
Closes 5 May 2026
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Proposed flight operations miscellaneous amendments - Tranche 1 - (CD 2605OS)
We are seeking your feedback on proposed amendments to the flight operations regulations (FOR). The proposed amendments will incorporate provisions from longstanding exemptions and directions which correct errors, omissions and unintended consequences identified in the original flight operations regulations. These amendments do not introduce new requirements. The amendments apply to Parts 91, 119, 121, 131, 133, 135, 138, 141, 142 and 202 of the Civil Aviation Safety...
Closes 6 May 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...