CAA Statutory Charges Consultation 2026/27
Introduction
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is consulting on proposed changes to its Scheme of Statutory Charges for the period 2026/27, with new charges planned to take effect from 1 April 2026. These charges fund the CAA’s core regulatory activities, including safety oversight, consumer protection, innovation, and organisational resilience.
This consultation is running for six weeks and will close at midnight on 22 December 2025.
CISHA is sharing this consultation to support awareness for communities and stakeholders affected by aviation regulation, including those impacted by Heathrow Airport operations.
Why This Matters
The proposals include increases in statutory charges across multiple aviation sectors. The CAA states that these increases are necessary to:
Strengthen consumer and passenger protection
Enhance regulatory capacity and resilience
Support innovation and emerging aviation technologies
Ensure long-term sustainability of regulatory functions
These proposals may affect airlines, airports, general aviation participants, and organisations that interact with the CAA. Local communities may also be indirectly affected through changes to sector operating costs and regulatory priorities.
What the CAA Is Consulting On
Key areas of the consultation include:
Proposed increases in the CAA’s statutory charges
How additional funds will support regulatory improvements
Distribution of costs across aviation sectors
Whether the charge increases are proportionate and fair
Feedback on the CAA’s proposed financial priorities for 2026/27
Full details are set out in the CAA’s consultation documents https://consultations.caa.co.uk/finance/caa-statutory-charges-consultation-26-27/
Who Should Respond
The CAA welcomes input from:
Airlines and airline operators
Airports
Air Navigation Service Providers
General aviation organisations and pilots
Licensed aviation professionals and businesses
Community groups and members of the public with an interest in aviation regulation
Local authorities and government stakeholders
How to Respond
You can respond directly to the CAA via the following channels:
Online Submission
Complete the consultation questionnaire through Citizen Space:
https://consultations.caa.co.uk/finance/caa-statutory-charges-consultation-26-27/
Send written responses to:
charges@caa.co.uk
Post
Civil Aviation Authority
Finance Department
Aviation House
Gatwick Airport South
West Sussex
RH6 0YR
(Check CAA page for any updated mailing details)
Next Steps
Consultation opened: 10 November 2025
Consultation closes: 22 December 2025
CAA publishes its formal response: Early 2026
New charges come into effect: 1 April 2026