Transport Canada Civil Aviation
TCCASection 01: Organizations & Authorities
Definition
The civil aviation authority of Canada, operating as a directorate within Transport Canada. TCCA is responsible for the regulation and oversight of civil aviation in Canada, including aircraft certification, flight operations, personnel licensing, aerodrome safety, and air navigation services. TCCA's regulatory framework is based on the Aeronautics Act and the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs).
Primary Sources
The Canadian federal statute providing the legislative basis for TCCA's authority over civil aviation.
Artifacts Produced
The body of aviation regulations administered by TCCA, made under the authority of the Aeronautics Act.
The TCCA manual containing detailed airworthiness standards (Chapters 500-series), equivalent to FAA airworthiness parts.
Internal TCCA procedures and policy guidance for aviation safety inspectors.
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