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Who is the CAA?

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is the UK's aviation regulator. They oversee safety standards, protect consumer rights, and ensure the industry operates fairly. In this story, the CAA clarified that passengers are unlikely to get compensation, acting as the authoritative voice on passenger rights following the Nats technical fault.

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