In 1973, the United Kingdom joined the European Economic Community (EEC), the precursor to the European Union (EU), a partnership that caused a clash of opinions along the way. A June 2016 referendum asked UK voters if the country should remain in the EU or leave, an initiative that was nicknamed “Brexit” for British Exit. When more than 17 million votes were counted, 52 percent voted to leave the EU.
CAA Now Aviation Regulatory Agency in UK After Brexit Becomes Final
Key Takeaways:
- The UK officially left the EU (Brexit) on January 31, 2020, initiating a transition of aviation regulatory authority from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) to the UK's Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).
- A transition period is in effect until December 31, 2020, maintaining existing EU aviation laws and EASA participation for the UK; however, after this, the UK will fully withdraw from EASA, potentially without bilateral safety agreements in place.
- The CAA has extensively prepared for this regulatory shift, developing contingency plans and a dedicated information microsite, and advises stakeholders, including US manufacturers, to monitor ongoing negotiations for clarity on future market access.
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