The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) is a Schedule 3A public entity in terms of the Public Finance Management Act (“PFMA”).
The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) is the national body responsible for controlling, regulating, and promoting aviation safety, security, and sustainability. It was established on the 1st of October 1998, following the enactment of the now repealed South African Civil Aviation Authority Act,1998 (Act No.40 of 1998). The Act provided for the establishment of a stand-alone authority
24/06/2026
To ensure the safety of everyone on board, the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) reminds passengers of the reviewed regulatory requirements for carrying and using lithium-ion power banks onboard aircraft.
Passenger compliance plays an important role in reducing the risks associated with lithium batteries.
Before your next flight, please familiarise yourself with the key requirements outlined in the guide below:
As South Africa marks 50 years since the 1976 Soweto Uprising, we reflect on the courage and conviction of a generation of young people whose voices helped shape the democratic South Africa we know today. Their pursuit of justice and equality not only transformed our nation, but inspired young people across the world to speak truth to power.
This Youth Day, we handed the microphone to some of the young professionals shaping the future of aviation.
Their stories speak of resilience, ambition, innovation and the determination to create opportunities in a rapidly changing world. They remind us that young people are not only the leaders of tomorrow, but active contributors to the progress and transformation taking place today.
The opportunities, freedoms and aspirations of today’s youth stand on the shoulders of those who came before them. As we honour the legacy of 1976, we celebrate the ideas, talent and ambitions of the next generation and reaffirm our commitment to creating opportunities that inspire, develop and empower young people to reach new horizons in aviation and beyond.
The SACAA wishes all South Africans a meaningful Youth Day.
15/06/2026
From the runway to the road — our SACAA champions did it!
Your dedication, endurance, and spirit embody the values we uphold in aviation: commitment, discipline, and excellence. We’re proud to have such resilient people as part of the SACAA family.
09/06/2026
Vacancy opportunity at the SACAA!
The SACAA is in search of suitable interns
to join the organisation. There are twenty positions available across various divisions.
Deadline for applications is 09 June 2026.
Click on the link to apply: https://shorturl.at/75RW1
05/06/2026
The SACAA Aviation Development team is on the ground at the South African Air Force Career Exhibition, at the SAAF Mobile Deployment Wing in Valhalla, Pretoria engaging with learners and showcasing the many opportunities available within the aviation industry.
The day commenced with an official welcome from the Deputy Chief of Air Force Major General Lancelot Mathebula, setting the tone for a day of career exploration, learning and inspiration.
In the previous 2025/26 financial year, the SACAA reached 97 329 learners through school visits and career exhibitions, where learners were given the opportunity to expand their knowledge of various career opportunities within the dynamic aviation sector.
Through initiatives like these, we continue to bring aviation closer to young people and inspire the next generation of aviation professionals.
Today, on World Environment Day, we recognise the role aviation must continue to play in building a more sustainable future.
Through Aviation Environmental Protection (AEP), the SACAA continues to support environmental sustainability within aviation by contributing towards initiatives focused on reducing environmental impact and promoting responsible aviation practices.
As the aviation industry evolves globally, sustainability remains a shared responsibility, and at the SACAA, we are committed to contributing towards safer skies and a greener future for generations to come.
Behind this work are passionate professionals driving meaningful change within the aviation ecosystem every day.
03/06/2026
More than a colour. More than a logo.
As aviation continues to evolve through innovation, technology and global transformation, so does our responsibility toward building a more sustainable future.
At the SACAA, we recognise the impact aviation has on the environment and remain committed to exploring progressive ways to support environmental protection while advancing aviation safety. This commitment is reflected in our new brand identity.
The green in our logo symbolises growth, renewal, energy and safety, representing our continuous drive toward improvement, sustainability and responsible aviation oversight.
The globe reinforces our commitment to upholding international aviation safety and security standards, not only in South Africa, but across the continent and beyond.
With our experience, dedication and commitment, we continue to play a central role in shaping safer skies and a more sustainable aviation future.
We are proudly the SACAA.
When people think about aviation, they often think about safety in the skies, but sustainability in aviation is just as important.
As global conversations around environmental protection and carbon emission reduction continue to shape the future of aviation, the SACAA is also playing its role in building a more sustainable aviation industry.
In recognition of Environmental Awareness this June, we sat down with Pamela Madondo, Aviation Environmental Specialist within Aviation Safety Infrastructure (ASI), to unpack:
• What Aviation Environmental Protection (AEP) does in the industry
• Why it matters, and
• How the SACAA contributes to environmental sustainability within aviation locally, regionally and globally.
This conversation highlights the important work being done behind the scenes by the people helping shape a safer and more sustainable aviation future.
| Monday | 07:30 - 17:30 |
| Tuesday | 07:30 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:30 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 07:30 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 07:30 - 17:30 |