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CAACI is Proud to Introduce VQ-C for Transition Aircraft
Due to the growth in CAACI aircraft registrations, we are pleased to announce the launch of VQ-C Online for transition aircraft. This development can be seen as another way that the CAACI has innovated to [...]
CAACI Featured in The Luxury Report’s Summer 2024 Issue
“Absolute Excellence Above All Else” by The Luxury Report: A conversation with Nicoela (Nikki) McCoy, Deputy Director-General, Economic Regulation & Administration at the Civil Aviation Authority Cayman Islands (CAACI).
AVIATION SAFETY DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON 2023
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) would like to remind the public of the risks to aviation and public safety in general which come from the flying of small unmanned aircraft (also known as drones or unmanned aerial vehicles) kites, sky lanterns and firework displays which are received as presents or used as a part of the holiday festivities.
The Cayman Islands Aircraft Registry featured prominently at National business aviation tradeshow
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) exhibited at the annual National Business Aviation Association - Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) tradeshow held at the Las Vegas Convention Centre 17 – 19 October 2023.
CAACI donates to Meals on Wheels in the Climb to 737
On Wednesday 15th December, the Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) presented a donation to Acts of Random Kindness (ARK).
The Cayman Islands Aircraft Registry featured prominently at European business aviation tradeshow
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) recently exhibited at the annual European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE) tradeshow, which is held at the Palexpo Centre in Geneva, Switzerland.
SUA (DRONES AND FIREWORKS) SAFETY DURING THE FESTIVAL SEASON 2023
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) would like to remind the public of the risks to aviation and public safety in general which come from the flying of small unmanned aircraft (also known as drones or unmanned aerial vehicles) and firework displays which are received as presents or used as a part of the carnival and music festival activities.
Queen Jubilee Maritime Exclusions 2022
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) in collaboration with the Cayman Islands Coast Guard and the Cayman Islands Port Authority Harbour Patrol would like to advise the public that a maritime exclusion zone will be implemented for the safety of the participants and general public during the H.M. Queen’s Jubilee Air Show in Grand Cayman.
Queen Jubilee Drone Restrictions 2022
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) would like to advise the public of the restrictions on flying small unmanned aircraft (also known as drones or unmanned aerial vehicles) during the H.M. Queen’s Jubilee Air Shows in Grand Cayman and Cayman Brac.
CAACI TO EXHIBIT AT EBACE 2022
The CAACI has been assigned booth number T47 and wishes to extend an invitation to all interested persons, including existing clients or potential clients and business partners associated with the registration process.
Meals on Wheels Donation
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) is pleased to present Meals On Wheels (MOW) with this donation as a part of the CAACI monthly staff charitable initiative.
R3 Donation
On Thursday 2nd December the Board, Management and Staff of the Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) were pleased to present R3 Foundation with a donation as a part of the CAACI seasonal charitable initiative.
CAACI CEC Tech Talks
On Thursday 9th December the Cayman Enterprise City and the Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) hosted a ‘Tech Talks’ - Sunset Drone Demos + Social at Morgan’s restaurant. Members of the drone community were invited to enjoy a networking session with fellow enthusiasts and meet technical experts from the CAACI who were on hand to discuss drone safety/local regulations.
Summer Drone Making Workshop for Teens
Designed for students between the ages of 16 and 19 years old, Enterprise Cayman in partnership with the Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) and the University College of the Cayman Islands (UCCI) have announced they will be hosting a drone making workshop this summer.
Hazards to Aviation
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) would like to remind the public of the risks to aviation and public safety in general which come from the flying of small unmanned aircraft (also known as drones or unmanned aerial vehicles) kites, sky lanterns and firework displays which are received as presents or used as a part of the holiday festivities.
International Women’s Day 2021
Celebrating the Women of the Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands - In a field highly dominated by men, over 50% of positions held at the Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) are by women. Women have been making a significant contribution to aviation since the Wright Brothers' first 12-second flight in 1903. Blanche Scott was the first women pilot, in 1910, when the plane that she was allowed to taxi mysteriously became airborne.
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands clears Boeing 737 MAX for return to service
Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands (27 January 2021) - The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) has announced today that it will allow the Boeing 737 MAX to operate passenger flights, subject to close [...]
CAACI employees donate to local charity in response to COVID‐19 pandemic
On Wednesday 15th December, the Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) presented a donation to Acts of Random Kindness (ARK).
Christmas 2020: HAZARDS TO AVIATION
As we enter the Christmas season the Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) would like to remind the public of the risks to aviation and public safety in general which come from the flying of small unmanned aircraft (also known as drones or unmanned aerial vehicles) kites, sky lanterns and firework displays which are received as presents or used as a part of the holiday festivities.
CAACI employees donate to local charity in response to COVID‐19 pandemic
On Thursday 26 November the Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) presented a donation to the Nadine Andreas Foster Home which is operated by the National Council of Voluntary Organisations (NCVO).
CAACI offers drone safety rules and reminders
As the use of drones/small unmanned aircraft (SUA) become more popular locally, the Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) would like to remind the public of the following
CAACI employees donate to local charity in response to COVID-19 pandemic
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) was happy to present a donation to the National Council of Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) Children Services as the second recipient of its monthly staff donations specifically to aid local organizations assisting the community during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
CAACI employees donate to local charity amid COVID-19 pandemic
CAACI’s Deputy Director-General, Mrs. Nicoela McCoy remarked, “the impact of COVID-19 on the local community has been significant, in e-meetings with our staff the overwhelming collective view was to do something to support the relief efforts by charitable organisations.
Holders of United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Flight Crew Licences supporting a Cayman Islands Foreign Licence Validation Certificate (FLVC)
The CAACI has already provided Variations to the Overseas Territories Aviation Requirements (OTAR) in support of a relaxed renewal policy for flight crew and operators. In the case of FLVCs, extensions of existing validations are [...]
AMENDMENT TO CUSTOMS & BORDER CONTROL LAW
To further strengthen Customs and Border Control’s (“CBC”) capacity and capability to adequately identify, investigate and detect cases of money laundering (ML) and terrorist financing (TF), The Customs and Border Control (Amendment) Law, 2019 (“the Law”) and the Customs and Border Control (Money Declarations and Disclosures) Regulations, 2019 came into force on 10 February 2020.
TRAVEL BAN TO REDUCE THE THREAT OF 2019 CORONAVIRUS
The Ministry of Health and the Department of Public Health have announced a travel ban to reduce the threat of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV).
APIS LAW 2018 CAYMAN ISLANDS OVERVIEW PACKAGE
The Advance Passenger Information Law, 2018 facilitates the provision of advance passenger information (API) relating to passengers and crew members of an aircraft or maritime vessel and makes provision for the sharing of that information with other partner jurisdictions for the purpose of enhancing border security.
The CAACI Partners with Industry to support the aircraft Leasing Market utilising the Cayman Islands Aircraft Registry
(May 22, 2019, Geneva, Switzerland) - The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) is pleased to recognize its significant working relationships with CAE Parc Aviation and Aeroconseil AKKA. The effort is centred on [...]
Bellawings Get Cayman Islands’ AOC
Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands (21 May 2019) –The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) announces the issuance of the first Air Operator Certificate (AOC) for fixed wing commercial operations in the Cayman Islands’ [...]
CAACI at ABACE 2019 in Shanghai, China
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) exhibited at the Asian Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition (ABACE) in Shanghai, China.
Restriction of Boeing 737 Max Aircraft In Cayman Airspace
George Town, Grand Cayman, (12 March 2019) – Following the second catastrophic accident of a Boeing 737 Max aircraft, the Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) is today issuing a safety directive to [...]
PSA: KAABOO Restricted Fly Zone
PSA - KAABOO Restricted Flying Zone
THE CHRISTMAS SEASON 2018: HAZARDS TO AVIATION
Press Room THE CHRISTMAS SEASON 2018: HAZARDS TO AVIATION George Town, Grand Cayman, (December 13, 2018) – The Christmas season is here and with it will come new presents to be enjoyed [...]
CAACI Exhibits at NBAA‐BACE
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) recently exhibited at the 71st annual National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (BACE) tradeshow, which was held at the Orange County Convention [...]
The CAACI to exhibit at NBAA 2018
George Town, Grand Cayman (4 October 2018) ‐ The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) will exhibit at the National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA) Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (BACE) tradeshow in Orlando, [...]
Civil Aviation Authority hosts Seminar on Registering Aircraft in the Cayman Islands
George Town, Grand Cayman, (5 October, 2018) –The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) hosted a one day seminar on Friday, 28th September, which focused on the processes and procedures associated with registering [...]
Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours hosted by Cayman Registry and Civil Aviation Authority
Chamber members and special guests are invited to come and learn about the services that Cayman Registry and the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) offer. The event will take place on Thursday June 22, 2017 [...]
Civil Aviation Authority Of The Cayman Islands (CAACI) Safety Alert On Kite Flying
Press Room Civil Aviation Authority Of The Cayman Islands (CAACI) Safety Alert On Kite Flying George Town, Grand Cayman, 24th March, 2017 - A serious incident that occurred on the evening of Friday 17th [...]
SAFTEY ADVISORY: Transportation of Samsung Galaxy Note 7 by Aircraft
Press Room Transportation of Samsung Galaxy Note 7 by Aircraft Published 19 October, 2016 The purpose of this safety advisory is to advise air operators, passengers and crew of the ban prohibiting transportation of the Samsung [...]
The CAACI to exhibit at NBAA 2016
Press Room The CAACI to exhibit at NBAA 2016 Published September 27 2016 George Town, Grand Cayman (27 September 2016) - The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) is preparing to exhibit [...]
Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) featured on Discovery Channel’s NewsWatchTV
Press Room Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) featured on Discovery Channel's NewsWatchTV Published Feburary 2016 The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) recently partnered with NewsWatch, a consumer focused television show [...]
Direction to Restrict the Operation of Small Unmanned Aircraft in the Cayman Islands
Press Room Direction to Restrict the Operation of Small Unmanned Aircraft in the Cayman Islands Published Feburary 2016 The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands, under the provisions contained in Articles 4 and 6 of [...]
CAACI exhibits at the NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE)
Press Room CAACI exhibits at the NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) Published December 2015 CAACI exhibits at the NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) George Town, Grand Cayman, (December 2015) – [...]
CAACI will exhibit at NBAA 2015
Press Room CAACI will exhibit at NBAA 2015 Published November 2015 The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) is preparing to exhibit at the National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA) Business Aviation Convention [...]
CAACI continues to support Feed our Future Cayman
Press Room CAACI continues to support Feed our Future Cayman Published March 2015 George Town, Grand Cayman, (March, 2015) – Continuing its annul support to local charities, the CAACI staff and it’s board members [...]
Cayman Islands Aircraft Registry promoted at EBACE 2015
Press Room Cayman Islands Aircraft Registry promoted at EBACE 2015 Published May 22 2015 The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) is preparing to exhibit at the European Business Aviation Convention & [...]
CAACI to exhibit at ABACE 2015
Press Room CAACI to exhibit at ABACE 2015 Published 10th March 2014 The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) will be exhibiting at the Asian Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition (ABACE) in [...]
Aircraft Registry Training
Press Room Aircraft Registry Training Published 1st February 2008 (George Town, Grand Cayman), February 1, 2008 — The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) on Friday Feb 1 conducted training on the [...]
Civil Aviation Authority hosts Seminar
Press Room Civil Aviation Authority hosts Seminar Published 10th March 2014 George Town, Grand Cayman, (March, 2014) –The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) hosted a one day seminar on Thursday, 27th [...]
Air Navigation (Overseas Territories) Order – 2013
Press Room Air Navigation (Overseas Territories) Order - 2013 Published 30th December 2013 The Air Navigation (Overseas Territories) Order 2013 comes into effect on 1st January 2014 and presents a number of amendments and changes [...]
Use of SUA or UAV for Aerial Work
Press Room Use of SUA or UAV for Aerial Work Published 17th October 2013 The use of radio controlled model aircraft (also described as Small Unmanned Aircraft [SUA] or Unmanned Aerial Vehicles [UAV] for [...]
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CAACI Featured in the Maples Group’s Aviation 101 Video Series
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands has been featured in the Maple Group’s Aviation 101 Series. The series features interviews conducted by Maples Partner - Sherice Arman with CAACI’s Director-General P. H. Richard [...]
‘How To…’ Guides: Transitional Aircraft Registration with the Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (Walkers)
There are many reasons why an aircraft may require temporary registration and the Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (the ‘CAACI’) is open for transitional registration projects (‘Transition Projects’). Learn More >
Turbulent times for aircraft financing – a practical guide to repossession and deregistration of aircraft from Cayman (Mourant)
It is not uncommon to have a foreign law (for example English law or New York law) governed aircraft mortgage over a Cayman registered aircraft, and Cayman Islands law would, generally speaking, recognise the validity [...]
Ten Reasons to Register an Aircraft in the Cayman Islands (Maples Group)
Maples Group highlights ten of the key reasons owners, financiers and operators regard the Cayman Islands as the jurisdiction of choice for aircraft registrations. Learn More >
The Cayman Aircraft Register: A Transition Register – A Safe Place for Temporary Registration of Commercial Aircraft
The CAACI offers an innovative solution to lessors and financiers requiring a reputable register to facilitate the temporary registration of aircraft which are in between leases or which have been repossessed. Learn More >