When was Civil Aviation Authority - UK created?

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) of the United Kingdom was created on 1 April 1972 through the Civil Aviation Act of 1971. It assumed the responsibilities and functions previously handled by the Board of Trade, which had overseen civil aviation in the UK since the early 20th century. The establishment of the CAA represented a shift towards a more independent regulatory body focused specifically on matters related to civil aviation safety, economic regulation, and consumer protection.