Understanding Aviation Regulatory Bodies

What does the Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) primarily focus on?

• Investigating air traffic control errors

• Investigating civil aircraft accidents and incidents

• Regulating pilot licensing

• Developing new aviation technologies

Which organisation would be involved in the investigation of a commercial aircraft accident in Great Britain?

• Civil Aviation Authority (CAA)

• International Air Transport Association (IATA)

• Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB)

• European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)

What does ICAO stand for?

• International Civil Aviation Organisation

• International Commission for Airline Operations

• International Cargo Airline Operations

• Independent Civil Aviation Oversight

Which regulatory body is responsible for workplace health & safety at airports?

• CAA

• ICAO

• IATA

• HSE

Which regulatory body manages the ATOL scheme?

• IATA

• ICAO

• CAA

• EASA

Which regulatory body is responsible for assigning airport and airline codes?

• CAA

• HSE

• IATA

• AAIB

Match the role to the correct regulatory body

• ICAO

• This organisation investigates aircraft accidents and incidents in the UK to improve safety and prevent future occurrences.

• HSE

• Responsible for workplace safety, this organisation enforces regulations to protect aviation staff, including ground handlers, baggage handlers, and maintenance workers.

• IATA

• A trade association that represents airlines worldwide, setting industry standards for airfares, baggage policies, and ticketing procedures.

• AAIB

• A UN agency that develops global aviation regulations, ensuring international safety, security, and operational standards for air travel.

• EASA

• This European agency oversees aviation safety across EU countries, ensuring aircraft certification and pilot licensing meet strict safety standards.

Which organisation is a trade association representing airlines worldwide?

• ICAO

• IATA

• CAA

• AAIB

The ​ (a)   ensures workplace safety in UK airports, protecting staff such as baggage handlers and ground crew.

• HSE
• CAA
• AAIB
• DfT

The (a)   oversees aviation safety across EU countries, including aircraft certification and pilot licensing.

• EASA
• HSE
• AAIB
• DfT