Eswatini Civil Aviation Authority

The Eswatini Civil Aviation Authority, called ESWACAA, is the aviation regulator of the Kingdom of Eswatini. The site says it is a category A parastatal set up by the government through the Civil Aviation Authority Act No. 4 of 2022. Its head office is at Matsapha Airport, Airport Road, Matsapha.

Under the Act the authority has three jobs. It regulates air transport and enforces aviation rules. It provides air navigation services. It also operates the airports of Eswatini. The site says it manages all airports in the kingdom, including King Mswati III International Airport.

The authority has a Flight Safety Standards Directorate, which is its regulatory arm on aviation safety. This directorate applies the Civil Aviation Act and the regulations to civil aviation activities. The site also lists areas for flight safety, flight standards and aviation security.

The website offers an online services portal where applicants can send forms and documents. Application forms cover flight operations, airworthiness and personnel licensing. There is an online application for approval to fly drones, also called RPAS or UAVs, and a page on drone operation rules. Visitors can report an air traffic incident or a voluntary aviation security incident. The site also covers the investigation of aircraft accidents and incidents and has a page where people can report an occurrence. The strategic intent is to regulate and provide a safe, secure and sustainable aviation industry.

The contact page lists telephone numbers such as 2333 5370 for the head office and 2333 5000 for King Mswati III International Airport, and a contact form. A careers page is linked.