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Have your say: Help shape the future of New Zealand’s aviation rules

This survey is an opportunity to provide early feedback; it does not replace engagement or formal consultation.
We are starting work to update Civil Aviation Rules — and we want your input.

Your responses will inform how CAA structures engagement, prioritises work under the Rules Update Programme, and will help to ensure that future consultations suit different parts of the aviation sector.

For reference, the Civil Aviation Rules are available on our website.

This survey is open until 21 November 2025.
If you would you like to stay updated on the Rules Update Programme, please sign up to our mailing list and check ‘Rule projects in progress’ at the bottom.
1.Tell us about your role in aviation
Choose the options that best describe you. This helps us understand perspectives across different parts of the sector.

Select all that apply.
2.When it comes to the Rules Update Programme, how would you like CAA to engage with you?

Select all that apply.
3.Which areas of the Civil Aviation Rules are your highest priorities for review or update? What impact would it have on you if we addressed this/these rule part/s?
You can reply specifying particular Rule Parts e.g. Part 101; or by theme e.g. “pilot licensing” or “maintenance” or “certification”
4.What is your biggest frustration or barrier with the current Civil Aviation Rules?
  • Are the rules slowing innovation or adoption of new technology?
  • Is the process for changing rules too slow?
  • Do the rules focus on the wrong risks?
  • Are they difficult to interpret or apply in practice?
  • Is something else getting in the way of efficiency?
5.What rules or rule parts are currently working well — and why?
6.What opportunities do you see to strengthen aviation safety with the rules?
7.What opportunities do you see to make the rules system work better for innovation?
8.What types of engagement, ahead of any formal consultation would you find most useful when the Rules Update Programme begins?

Select all that apply.
9.Any other comments or ideas for how CAA could make the rules process more efficient, risk-based, or user-friendly?