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Modernising the licensing framework for air traffic services

Seeking views on proposed updates to the licensing framework for air traffic services.

Last fetched 03 May 2026 · gov.uk

Detail

This consultation details proposals to modernise the regulatory framework for NERL Plc (a subsidiary of NATS). NERL provides air traffic management services in accordance with a Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) licence. The purpose of modernising the framework is to ensure that the interests of passengers are best served by the licensing regime. The proposed changes would:

amend the licence modification process to enable the CAA to make changes to the licence after consultation and give a right of appeal to affected parties
give the CAA access to a wider range of enforcement tools, and allow NERL to appeal decisions to an appropriate body
extend NERL’s minimum termination notice period from 10 years to either 15 or 20 years

Documents

Modernising the licensing framework for air traffic servicesapplication/pdf Modernising the licensing framework for air traffic services: response to consultationapplication/pdf Updating the licence modification process for the en-route air traffic licence: impact assessmentapplication/pdf Modernising the licensing framework for air traffic services: annexe 2application/pdf Modernising the licensing framework for air traffic services: summary of responsesapplication/pdf