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Transport Canada Civil Aviation

TCCA

Section 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).

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Primary Sources

Aeronautics Act (R.S.C., 1985, c. A-2)TCCA

The Canadian federal statute providing the legislative basis for TCCA's authority over civil aviation.

Artifacts Produced

Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs)TCCA

The body of aviation regulations administered by TCCA, made under the authority of the Aeronautics Act.

Airworthiness Manual (AWM)TCCA

The TCCA manual containing detailed airworthiness standards (Chapters 500-series), equivalent to FAA airworthiness parts.

Staff Instructions (SI)TCCA

Internal TCCA procedures and policy guidance for aviation safety inspectors.

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