
Civil Aviation Authority
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Overview
A Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is a government body that regulates and oversees all civil aviation activities within a country, ensuring safety, security, and efficiency by setting standards, issuing licenses (pilots, aircraft), approving operations, managing airspace, and enforcing regulations, with the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL) being the local example, responsible for Sri Lanka’s skies and compliance with global standards like ICAO. They handle everything from drone approvals and flight schedules to air transport licensing and safety policies.
Founded Year
1944
Ownership Type
Government-Owned / State-Owned Enterprise
Business Model
B2B (Business to Business)
Time Zone
+5.30
Mission
To facilitate a safe, secure, efficient, regular, and environmentally friendly national civil aviation system.
Vision
To be an adept and credible aviation safety regulator assuring safe skies for all.
Core Values
Fairness, Integrity, Accountability, and Transparency
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Head Office Country
Sri Lanka