Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia

The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM), known locally as Pihak Berkuasa Penerbangan Awam Malaysia, is the primary regulatory body responsible for the safety, security, and efficiency of civil aviation within Malaysia. It functions as a statutory body under the Ministry of Transport, overseeing airworthiness, flight operations, and personnel licensing. The organisation sits at the top of the national aerospace value chain, establishing the legal framework and technical standards that all domestic operators, maintenance organisations, and training centres must adhere to. Its remit covers the oversight of major national carriers such as Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, and Batik Air Malaysia, as well as the management of the country's flight information regions. The authority maintains international relationships through the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and collaborates with foreign regulators to ensure bilateral recognition of safety standards. It manages the certification process for locally registered aircraft and ensures that technical services provided by domestic MRO providers meet international airworthiness requirements. Prospective partners or international operators should verify the authority's current ICAO safety audit status and its Category rating under the FAA International Aviation Safety Assessment (IASA) programme. It is also necessary to confirm the specific regulatory requirements for technical approvals (Part 145) and flight operations (AOC) issued under the Malaysian Civil Aviation Regulations. Compliance with local environmental standards and air traffic management protocols is mandatory for all entities operating within Malaysian sovereign airspace.