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Aviation Security Command renamed to include port security

The decision was made to ensure that the security of all ports is overseen by a single government agency.

29 December 2025

Maldives to limit airline sales licences to domestic companies

Minister Ameen said the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) will soon gazette new regulations governing air transport sales.

23 October 2025

Plane crash at Nepal's Kathmandu airport kills 18; captain lives

Nearly 360 people have died in plane or helicopter crashes in the country since 2000.

Civil Aviation launches probe into seaplane incident

All the luggage and passengers were unloaded unharmed, the Civil Aviation Authority said.

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At least 50 hurt as LATAM's Boeing 787 to Auckland 'just dropped'

The latest in a long line of safety incidents at Boeing has brought its corporate culture under close scrutiny from regulators and air passengers.

Flydubai aircraft returns to Dubai after bird strikes engine

The fire on flydubai flight 576 was under control and the Boeing 737-800 plane had 167 passengers on board, the Civil Aviation Authority said.

Maldives launches system to report aviation violations

A 'confidential reporting' system has also been set up to report cases without revealing the personal information of the reporter.

Libya says Rome lifts civil aviation ban in Italian airspace

The decision was announced after a meeting between Libyan and Italian officials.

Maldivian changes policy to prioritise medical evacuations

Minister Ameen said one of the top priorities of the government is the introduction of air ambulance service.

21 January 2024