287.Section 85 provides that the CAA may by notice in writing require a person to provide information that the CAA reasonably requires in order to exercise its functions under section 83 or 84. As a result of subsection (6), information obtained using this power which relates to the affairs of an individual or to a particular business must not be disclosed unless this is permitted under Schedule 6. For example, Schedule 6 permits disclosure for the purpose of facilitating the carrying out of the CAA’s functions under sections 83 and 84 (see paragraph 4(1) to (3) of that Schedule).
Commentary Provision of information about aviation Section 85: Power to obtain information