Update Tuesday 19 November
CASA has postponed the CASR Part 61 reforms that were due to become effective on 4 December.
The new regulations that covered pilot licensing are now scheduled to come into force on 1 September 2014.
Among the reforms now postponed are the introduction of the Recreational Pilot Licence and category type ratings, the deletion of Student Pilot Licences and the removal of ATO delegations.
"The primary reason for the changes is the need to give the aviation industry more time to prepare for the commencement of the new regulations," a CASA media release said.
"Despite CASA’s education and information campaign on the new licensing regulations many pilots and people working in flying training are only starting to understand the new rules.
"While the new regulations do not make major changes to existing practices it is clear more time for education and information communication is required.
"As a result CASA proposed a package of amendments to clarify the intent of the regulations, correct any anomalies and make improvements which will benefit the aviation industry. Due to issues beyond CASA’s control it has not been possible to make these amendments before 4 December 2013."
Parts 141 and 142 for flight training reform have also been put off.
More information on Part 61 is on the Australian Flying news feed.