Caa News
Civil Aviation Authority urges airlines to do more on refunds
The Civil Aviation Authority has said airlines operating in the UK still had work to do when it came to offering refunds for cancelled flights in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
Airline regulator warns carriers on cash refunds
The UK Civil Aviation Authority has toughened its line on airline refunds as questions continue to grow. The aviation watchdog warned airlines they are legally required to provide refunds to customers who had their flights cancelled because of the coronavirus.
Hillier appointed new CAA chairman
Stephen Hillier has been selected as the next chairman of the UK Civil Aviation Authority. The former head of the Royal Air Force is the preferred candidate of transport secretary Grant Shapps.
Hundreds of companies make use of ATOL extension
The announcement comes after it was confirmed the ATOL renewal would be extended until April 28th due to the unprecedented events arising from Covid-19.
Which? calls on CAA to do more in refund battle
Consumer organisation Which? has urged the Civil Aviation Authority to do more to force airlines to offer timely refunds for cancelled flights in the wake the coronavirus outbreak.
CAA pays out £350m in ATOL claims following Thomas Cook collapse
While the claims system is open for new claims until September this year, the CAA encouraged anyone who has not yet opened a claim to do so as soon as possible.
Civil Aviation Authority extends March ATOL renewals
The decision has been made to allow industry and the CAA itself to use the time to focus on overcoming unprecedented challenges presented by the Covid-19 pandemic.
CAA chief warns of threat to survival for UK travel businesses
In a statement earlier, Richard Moriarty, chief executive of the UK Civil Aviation Authority, said: “This is the most challenging period for aviation and package holiday businesses we have witnessed.”
Flybe collapse: What are your rights?
Advice from the Civil Aviation Authority urged passengers to make their own alternative travel arrangements via other airlines, rail or coach operators.
CAA clears ATOL application backlog following Thomas Cook collapse
As of today, the CAA confirmed that of the 1,283 applications that originally expired at the end of September, 1,182 have now been granted
CAA completes Operation Matterhorn as last passengers arrive in UK
The Civil Aviation Authority will complete Operation Matterhorn today following the collapse of Thomas Cook. Since the liquidation of the company on September 23rd, the CAA has repatriated 140,000 passengers in what it brands the largest ever peacetime operation of its kind.
CAA commandeers 100 aircraft for Operation Matterhorn fleet
The Civil Aviation Authority delivered another extensive day of flying on Saturday, running 69 flights covering 40 airports at home and abroad. The news comes as Operation Matterhorn completes its sixth day.