Aviation regulations
Most country's administrations have regulatory authorities devoted to producing and publishing regulations for aeronautical operations.
Countries, organizations and publications
- Australia
- published as Civil Aviation Safety Regulations, and produced by Civil Aviation Safety Authority.[1]
- Canada
- published as Canadian Aviation Regulations, and produced by Transport Canada.[2]
- United States
- published as Federal Aviation Regulations, and produced by the Federal Aviation Administration.[3]
- European Union
- the regulations are produced by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).[4]
Topic EASA Part / Regulation Scope / Notes Pilot Licensing Part-FCL Requirements for pilot licensing, ratings, and medical certificates. Aircraft Airworthiness Certification Part-21 Aircraft type certification, production, and modifications. Aircraft Maintenance & Personnel Licensing Part-66 / Part-145 Maintenance rules, licensing of maintenance personnel, and approved maintenance organizations. General Operations (All Aircraft) Part-OPS / Part-NCC General operating rules for commercial and non-commercial operations. Commercial Air Transport (Airlines) Part-OPS / Part-CAT Operational requirements for airlines, including operational control and crew requirements. Specialized Operations Part-SPO Rules for aerial work, agricultural operations, and other specialized missions. Flight Crew Duty & Rest Part-OPS / Flight Time Limitations Duty and rest time limitations to prevent pilot fatigue. Aircraft Noise & Environmental Standards Part-36 Aircraft noise certification and environmental emissions rules. Unmanned Aircraft / Drones Part-UAS Rules for UAS/drone operations, pilot competency, and airspace integration. Safety Management / Incident Reporting Part-ARO / Part-ORO Safety management systems, occurrence reporting, and oversight of organizations.
- Brazil
- published as Regulamento Brasileiro da Aviação Civil (RBAC), and produced by the National Civil Aviation Agency of Brazil.[5]
Topic RBAC / ANAC Part / Subpart Scope / Notes Pilot Licensing Part 61 Requirements for pilot licensing, ratings, and medical certificates. Aircraft Airworthiness Certification Part 21 Aircraft type certification, production, and modifications. Aircraft Maintenance & Personnel Licensing Part 66 / Part 145 Maintenance rules, licensing of maintenance personnel, approved maintenance organizations. General Operations (All Aircraft) Part 91 General operating and flight rules applicable to all aircraft. Commercial Air Transport (Airlines) Part 121 Airline operations, operational control, and crew requirements. Regional / Commuter Operations Part 135 Small commercial operators, commuter airlines, and charter operations. Flight Crew Duty & Rest Part 117 Duty and rest time limitations for pilots to prevent fatigue. Aircraft Noise & Environmental Standards Part 36 Aircraft noise certification and environmental emissions rules. Unmanned Aircraft / Drones Part 107 Rules for small UAS/drone operation, certification, and pilot competency. Safety Management / Incident Reporting Part 119 / Part 120 Safety management systems and mandatory occurrence reporting.
See also
References
- ^ Civil Aviation Regulations (regulations). Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA). 14 October 2024. F2024C00887 C94. Retrieved 2026-03-10.
- ^ Canadian Aviation Regulations (regulation). 10 July 1996. SOR/96-433. Retrieved 2026-03-10.
- ^ Federal Aviation Regulations. National Archives and Records Administration (regulations). Federal Aviation Administration. 2026-03-10. 14 CFR. Retrieved 2026-03-10.
- ^ EASA Aviation Regulations (regulation). European Aviation Safety Agency. Retrieved 2026-03-10.
- ^ Regulamento Brasileiro da Aviação Civil (legislation). National Civil Aviation Agency of Brazil. Retrieved 2026-03-10.