CAA International

What CAA International does

CAA International (CAAi) is the technical advisory and training arm of the UK Civil Aviation Authority (UK CAA), operating as a wholly owned subsidiary and registered UK Social Enterprise headquartered at Aviation House, Beehive Ring Road, Crawley, West Sussex. The company delivers aviation regulatory consulting, instructor-led training, and electronic examination and licensing solutions to governments, National Aviation Authorities (NAAs), airlines and AOC holders, aircraft manufacturers, airports, air navigation service providers (ANSPs), defence aviation authorities, and flight simulation training device operators. Its service portfolio spans advisory engagements across aviation safety, security, environment, economics, and examinations; a training catalogue built on ICAO, EASA, and UK standards delivered via classroom, virtual instructor-led, and in-company formats; and the Regulatory e-Tools suite of electronic examination and online licensing platforms deployed for NAAs including CAA Malaysia and the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal. The company also runs a postgraduate MSc pathway in partnership with Cranfield University and operates training centres in the UK (London Gatwick), Malaysia, and Singapore.

CAAi monetises primarily through professional-services engagements: project-based advisory mandates (often structured as MoUs and framework contracts with governments and international institutions including ICAO, EASA, and the World Bank), per-delegate training course fees (e.g., SMS for Managers at £520 GBP excluding VAT per delegate), and licensing/deployment of its electronic examination platforms to NAAs. Distribution combines direct enterprise sales for advisory and in-company training with a self-serve online course booking portal (powered by Accessplanit) and tailored in-company delivery at client sites worldwide. The company reinvests profits into a Social Enterprise Programme that funds scholarships and regulatory capacity-building in developing markets under ICAO's No Country Left Behind initiative, rather than distributing returns to shareholders.

The organisation is ISO 9001:2015 certified, has delivered work in over 140 countries, and has been recognised with Feefo's Platinum Trusted Service Award (2026) and Training Organisation of the Year at Emirates AvSec Global 2021. Revenue, financials, and headcount trend data are not publicly disclosed in available materials.

Name

CAA International

Legal name

CAA International Limited

Website

https://caainternational.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

CAA International (CAAi), the technical advisory arm of the UK Civil Aviation Authority and a registered UK Social Enterprise, provides aviation regulatory consulting, training, and electronic licensing solutions to governments, NAAs, and aviation operators across 140+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aviation Consulting and Training Services

NAICS

Regulation, Licensing, and Inspection of Miscellaneous Commercial Sectors (926150), Regulation, Licensing, and Inspection of Miscellaneous Commercial Sectors (92615), Regulation and Administration of Transportation Programs (92612)

akta.pro primary industry

Regulatory Compliance Advisory (BPAHAFAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Regulatory, Compliance & Type Training (FAA/EASA/ICAO, Part 147/145) (EDAOAFAN), Aviation Security (AVSEC) Training (BPAKAOAM), Sustainability Governance, Reporting & Compliance (ESG reporting, CORSIA/EU ETS readiness) (THABANAM)

Keywords

• Aviation regulatory advisory
• Aviation safety training
• Civil aviation consulting
• Pilot licensing examinations
• Safety management systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Crawley

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Regulatory Advisory Services: Project-based consulting engagements providing UK CAA regulatory expertise to States, governments, and aviation organisations for safety management, regulatory reform, compliance audits, and capacity building.
2. Aviation Training Courses: Instructor-led classroom, virtual, and in-company training programmes delivered by practising UK CAA regulators and industry experts. Training covers SMS, airworthiness, aviation security, flight operations, human factors, and other regulatory disciplines.
3. Examinations and Licensing: Electronic examination and licensing solutions provided to National Aviation Authorities, including implementation of e-exam platforms.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

CAAi delivers regulatory advisory services, aviation training programmes, and electronic examination and licensing solutions to governments, National Aviation Authorities, airlines, airports, and aircraft manufacturers. Its advisory practice covers aviation safety, security, environment, economics, and exams & licensing, while its training portfolio spans instructor-led classroom, virtual, in-company, and postgraduate (MSc) courses built on ICAO, EASA, and UK standards. The company also implements regulatory e-Tools — electronic examination and online licensing systems — for National Aviation Authorities.

Product overview

CAA International (CAAi) is the UK Civil Aviation Authority's independent technical arm and a registered social enterprise, offering a portfolio of aviation consultancy and training services. The core offerings include Advisory Services (regulatory guidance in aviation safety, security, economics, environment, and examinations), Aviation Training (instructor-led classroom and virtual courses, in-company tailored training, and postgraduate qualifications), and Regulatory e-Tools (electronic examination and online licensing solutions). The Social Enterprise Programme reinvests profits into global aviation development. The company operates primarily as a services organization rather than a software product company.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Advisory Services Regulatory advisory services for States, governments, and aviation organisations covering aviation safety, security, economics, environment, and exams & licensing. Helps nations establish robust, sustainable regulatory systems, achieve ICAO compliance, harmonise with EASA, and mature their Safety Management Systems. Delivered as project-based consulting engagements to governments, NAAs, and aviation operators.
• Aviation Training
• Regulatory e-Tools
• Postgraduate MSc Qualifications
• In-Company Tailored Training

Quantifiable outcome

• Delivered expert advice, capacity-building, training, and examination solutions in over 140 countries

Named customers9 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature1 record

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered major, core, significant, minor and operational.

• ALGmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2026CAAi and ALG were jointly appointed to support the development of the Belize aviation sector, providing aviation regulatory reform assistance.
• African Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2026CAAi and AFCAC signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at ICAO GISS to strengthen cooperation and support aviation safety and regulatory capacity-building efforts across the African continent.
• International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCAAi works in partnership with ICAO on implementation support programmes, No Country Left Behind initiatives, and training fellowship agreements. The company provides places on training courses free-of-charge to aviation personnel from designated ICAO Member States. ICAO nominates attendance using intelligence from USOAP and USAP.
• European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCAAi is appointed as sub-contractor to Apave Aeroservices to deliver technical assistance and training services under EASA framework contracts. Also a member of a CAAi-led consortium (with Apave Aeroservices and CASRA) for a three-year EASA research project on the impact of security measures on aviation safety.
• World Bank GroupmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCAAi works in partnership with the World Bank Group to deliver aviation regulatory improvement programmes in developing countries, contributing to global aviation development objectives.
• Rapiscan SystemssignificantStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership announced at the International Security Expo in London to advance airport security screener assessment adoption and establish a global platform to enhance X-Ray screening competency within the aviation sector.
• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical UniversitysignificantStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU signed focused initially on the development and delivery of aviation security and cyber security training in South America.
• International Federation of Airworthiness (IFA)significantStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration under CAAi's social enterprise reinvestment programme to sponsor aspiring EASA-licensed aircraft engineers from Africa. IFA promotes the opportunity within the regional aviation community and coordinates training delivery through Aero Technics Limited.
• Innaxis (SafeTeam Consortium)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCAAi joined a consortium led by Innaxis to evaluate human factors and safety considerations in the transition to digital assistants and AI-run aviation operations.
• Azeraeronavigation Air Traffic Department (AZANS)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAZANS appointed CAAi to support the further development and maturity of its Safety Management System (SMS).
• AccessplanitoperationalTechnology or IntegrationTraining Management System (TMS) provider used by CAAi to process delegate bookings, coordinate, and manage attendance to training courses.
• Microsoft DynamicsoperationalTechnology or IntegrationCRM system used by CAAi to process and administer customer enquiries submitted via the website contact form.
• Rackspace LtdoperationalTechnology or IntegrationUK-based website hosting provider for CAAi's website.
• Campaign MonitoroperationalTechnology or IntegrationEmail marketing service provider used by CAAi to manage email newsletters and marketing communications.
• FeefooperationalTechnology or IntegrationReview platform used by CAAi to administer course reviews, Q&A, and customer satisfaction surveys.
• Opayo-Direct (Elavon)operationalTechnology or IntegrationPayment processing provider used by CAAi for training course bookings.
• Survey MonkeyoperationalTechnology or IntegrationSurvey platform used by CAAi to collect customer feedback and satisfaction surveys.
• Webex by CiscooperationalTechnology or IntegrationWebinar platform used by CAAi to host and deliver virtual training sessions and webinars.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• International Air Transport Association (IATA): IATA is the global airline industry trade association that delivers an extensive portfolio of aviation training, consulting, and standards services to airlines, regulators, and ground handlers. It overlaps with CAAi on training, dangerous goods, security, and operational safety courses, though IATA is a broader industry association rather than a national regulator's arm.
• FlightSafety International: FlightSafety International is one of the world's largest commercial aviation training organisations, operating a global network of learning centres and simulators for pilots, maintenance technicians, and cabin crew. It is comparable as a large-scale aviation training incumbent, though focused on flight crew/technical training rather than regulatory advisory.
• CAE: CAE is a global leader in aviation training, flight simulation, and integrated operational solutions serving airlines, business aviation, defence, and helicopters. Comparable as a broad aviation training incumbent and an alternative for regulator and operator training mandates that might otherwise go to CAAi.

Direct peers

• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University: Embry-Riddle is a US-based aeronautical university that, like CAAi, delivers aviation training, professional development, and postgraduate programmes, and has a current MoU with CAAi to develop aviation security and cyber security training in South America. Comparable as a high-credibility aviation training and education peer with a global footprint.
• JAA Training Organisation (JAA TO): JAA TO is a not-for-profit training and advisory arm of the Joint Aviation Authorities network, offering regulatory training, examination services, and consulting to NAAs and aviation professionals across Europe and beyond. It is the closest direct comparator to CAAi, sharing the regulatory-authority-backed model, ICAO/EASA-aligned course portfolio, and NAA customer base.
• Apave Aeroservices: Apave Aeroservices is a French-based aviation consulting and training firm delivering EASA-aligned technical assistance, airworthiness, and flight operations services to NAAs and operators. It is CAAi's prime contractor on EASA framework contracts and a direct competitor in the European aviation advisory market.

Emerging players

• Aviation Safety & Security Solutions (AS3): AS3 is a US-based consultancy delivering aviation security, safety management, and regulatory compliance training and advisory services to governments, airports, and airlines. Comparable as a smaller, specialised peer competing for security and SMS training mandates that overlap with CAAi's portfolio.
• Aero Technics Limited: Aero Technics is a UK Part-147 approved maintenance training organisation delivering EASA type and basic training courses, and works with CAAi/IFA to deliver engineer training in Africa. Comparable as a smaller specialised aviation training peer serving similar regulatory-aligned technical training demand.
• International Federation of Airworthiness (IFA): IFA is a non-profit body promoting airworthiness and continuing airworthiness engineering worldwide, partnering with CAAi to sponsor EASA-licensed aircraft engineers from Africa. Comparable as a niche, regulator-adjacent peer in airworthiness training and credentialing.

Regional players

• Airways New Zealand: Airways New Zealand operates New Zealand's air navigation service and provides air traffic services training, consulting, and procedure design to ANSPs across the Asia-Pacific. Comparable as a state-affiliated ANSP that commercialises its regulatory and operational training expertise internationally, though focused on ATC rather than the wider NAA advisory space.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/caai_uk
• Facebookfacebook.com/CAAiUK
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/caa-international

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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