Our Mission
The CAA is a public corporation, established by Parliament in 1972. With activities including economic regulation, airspace policy, safety regulation and consumer protection, we work in partnership with the aviation industry to promote the highest standards. We enjoy a global reputation as a best practice regulator.
These are challenging and exciting times for aviation. The UK still has the largest industry in Europe but the face of aviation regulation is changing - with the development of a new Pan-European regulatory framework. As one of Europe’s leading national authorities and a prominent partner within the new framework, we are taking the lead in the creation of a world-class aviation environment.
So everyone joining the CAA today has the chance to make a real difference.
Read about our Mission, Values & Principles.
The CAA’s mission is to provide best practice regulation and expert advice. These must be independent and must enable civil aviation to best meet the needs of its users, and society as a whole, in a safe and sustainable manner.
The CAA’s values are:
| Performance:
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The regulation and advice we provide must meet the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. |
| People: |
We believe in maintaining and developing excellence in our people as they are the source of our reputation and success. |
| Value for Money: |
We must deliver value for money and continually review our activities to ensure that we operate in a cost-effective way. |
The principles we follow to achieve our Mission and Values include:
- Fostering a culture where safety is paramount.
- Working together effectively, internally and externally.
- Developing and empowering our staff and valuing their contribution.
- Continuously improving our performance and processes.
- Playing a full part in the activities of international aviation organisations in support of the UK’s needs.
The principles we follow to achieve our Mission and Values include:
- Fostering a culture where safety is paramount.
- Working together effectively, internally and externally.
- Developing and empowering our staff and valuing their contribution.
- Continuously improving our performance and processes.
- Playing a full part in the activities of international aviation organisations in support of the UK’s needs.
