UK Civil Aviation Authority launches consultation on 2027/28 charging scheme

On 9 November 2026, the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) launched a public consultation on its 2027/28 charging scheme. The proposal would raise most charges by 6.1% to cover inflation, new statutory duties and investment in regulatory capability; it also proposes targeted charges for ATOL licence holders, cargo operators and airworthiness organisations, and new charges for ground handling oversight and future regulation of heliports and vertiports. The consultation is open until 21 December 2026. The proposal remains at the consultation stage and has not yet been approved or come into effect.