Description

The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) is the national aviation authority of the People's Republic of China.

Main Functions

The CAAC has regulatory responsibilty for Chinese civil aviation's flight safety and ground safety. It conducts certification, supervision and inspection of civil aviation operators, airman training organizations, civil aeronautical products and maintenance service providers. It regulates the transportation of dangerous goods by air, conducts national registration, operational evaluation and examination of civil aircraft, provides oversight and management of flight procedures and minimum operations standards for airports, and oversees and manages civil airmen qualifications.

CAAC's responsibilities include, but are not limited to: