ABOVE: There are currently around 890 N-registered aircraft in the UK
Teams from the UK Civil Aviation Authority and US Federal Aviation Administration have been conducting a series of unannounced ramp checks on N-registered aircraft based in the UK, with the “internal collaboration” intended to increase safety.
Between 31 August and 2 September, teams from the UK and US regulators conducted a series of ramp checks across “a variety of the small airfields and large airports” N-registered aircraft regularly operate, including Farnborough and London Luton. Both business jet and light aircraft featured in these audits.
“Collaborating on enforcement action gives us as regulators the opportunity to develop our regulatory and N-registered community relationships, which strengthens aviation safety and efficiency and furthers our work to protect people and enable airspace,” commented Rob Bishton, Chief Executive at the CAA.
During the inspections, FAA agents (accompanied by CAA regulatory enforcement officers) conducted checks on N-registered aircraft, with the former inspecting FAA-issued pilot and aircraft documents. The CAA, meanwhile, reviewed compliance with equipment regulations, crew license requirements and operating requirements and operating parameters.
“The UK Civil Aviation Authority and FAA collaboration underscores the commitment of both authorities to uphold the highest standards of aviation safety and regulatory compliance to ensure the well-being of passengers, crew, and the public,” concluded the CAA.
IMAGE: CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY
