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CAA — Civil Aviation Authority (United Kingdom)

Last updated: 6 Jul 2026Reviewed by Ms. Rubab Nizami, Lead AVSEC Faculty

In short

CAA stands for Civil Aviation Authority, the aviation body for United Kingdom. UK regulator for aviation safety and security policy. Compared to India, broadly equivalent to bcas for the security regulatory function.

Full name
Civil Aviation Authority
Region
United Kingdom
Key regulation
UK Aviation Security Act / DfT single consolidated direction

What does CAA do?

UK regulator for aviation safety and security policy. Its scope covers uk airports and operators; security regulation and oversight.

How does CAA compare to India's BCAS?

Broadly equivalent to BCAS for the security regulatory function. In India, BCAS is the security regulator and the CISF provides screening and armed security at most airports.

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