The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has appointed Giancarlo Buono as its new group director of safety and airspace regulation. He will officially take up his new role on January 8, 2025.
With over 30 years of experience in the aviation sector, Buono will lead the organization’s safety and airspace regulatory functions. He joins the Civil Aviation Authority board and executive leadership team from the International Air Transport Association (IATA), where he served as regional director for safety and flight operations in Europe. In this capacity, he played a key role in advancing global aviation safety standards and regulations, working closely with international stakeholders to enhance operational safety and efficiency across the industry.
Buono’s career has encompassed both civil and military aviation. He started as an officer and pilot in the Air Force before transitioning to commercial aviation, where he held several senior positions prior to joining IATA.
Rob Bishton, chief executive of the UK Civil Aviation Authority, said, “We are delighted to welcome Giancarlo Buono to the team. His extensive experience in regulatory frameworks and operational safety will be crucial in advancing our mission to protect people and enable aerospace. Giancarlo’s leadership will help us uphold the highest safety standards while fostering innovation in the UK’s aerospace sector.”
Buono added, “I am delighted to join the UK Civil Aviation Authority at such a crucial time for the aerospace sector. The Civil Aviation Authority plays a vital role in safeguarding the safety of air travel. I look forward to collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders, driving innovation and delivery excellence and contributing to shaping the future of aerospace.”
For more insights into the executive leadership of the UK’s CAA, read Passenger Terminal Today’s exclusive interview with James Fremantle, senior manager of consumer policy and enforcement at the UK Civil Aviation Authority, here.