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CAA

American  
Or C.A.A.

abbreviation

  1. Civil Aeronautics Administration: a former agency of the U.S. government, reorganized into the FAA.

caa 1 British  
/ kɔː /

verb

  1. to drive or propel

  2. to knock

  3. to proceed cautiously; go slow

  4. to send (a person) sprawling

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
CAA 2 British  

abbreviation

  1. Civil Aviation Authority

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
caa 3 British  
/ kɔː /

verb

  1. a Scot word for call

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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They have been signed by one of Hollywood's biggest talent agencies, CAA, have been booked to appear on US TV chat shows, and will present an award together at this weekend's Golden Globes.

From BBC

CAA spokesperson Jonathan Nicholson said with drones becoming a "common Christmas present" it was important people knew how to comply with the law.

From BBC

The CAA's requirements are based on the weight or class of drones and model aircraft.

From BBC

In addition to completing a theory test to obtain a five year Flyer ID license, those who own a drone weighing 100g or more with a camera must also register with the CAA to get an Operator ID.

From BBC

According to the CAA, the new rules are designed to be easier to understand, as well as allow for "safe expansion" of drones across the UK.

From BBC

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