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The Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation (CANSO) is pleased with the outcomes of ICAO Thirteenth Air Navigation Conference. CANSO appreciates that States approved its recommendations on enabling investment in Air Traffic Management (ATM) infrastructure; harmonising the approach to standards around the world; adopting a performance-based approach to regulation; embracing new technologies and airspace users; and tackling cyber security. CANSO Director …
A coalition of international aviation organizations including the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA), the International Business Aviation Council (IBAC), National Air Transportation Association (NATA), the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) among others has reaffirmed their commitment to advancing the development and adoption of Sustainable Alternative Jet Fuel (SAJF). “Sustainable jet fuel is an indispensable element of our industry’s commitment to …
Tanzania and Burkina Faso are among the eight countries which have been recognized to receive the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Council Presidential Award for outstanding performance in ICAO’s Universal Safety Oversight Audits Programme (USOAP). Tanzania performance rose from 37.8 percent in 2013 audit to 64.35 percent. Tanzania’s Certificate of Recognition was issued by Dr. Olumuyiwa Benard Aliu, ICAO Council …
By Roland Ohaeri Pushing Safety & Economy One of the most commendable milestones and intentions of ICAO in recent aviation history is the establishment of the ‘No Country Left Behind’ (NCLB) initiative in 2014 by the President of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), Dr. Olumuyiwa Bernard Aliu. Now in its fourth year, how has NCLB performed for Africa? In …
International experts representing a wide range of disciplines have converged at the UN aviation agency, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) in Montréal for the ten-day long 13th Air Navigation Conference which runs from 9-19 October 2018. The landmark global event is seen as pivotal to how governments and industry will collaborate internationally to adjust to emerging aviation challenges and …
The sustainability of international civil aviation is a key priority for ICAO and its States today, and governments worldwide greatly appreciate how aviation’s ability to connect us all has never been more important to our planet’s shared prosperity. So began ICAO Council President Dr. Olumuyiwa Benard Aliu as he presented the views of ICAO and its Member States to the …
Dr. Fang Liu, ICAO Secretary General has affirmed the need for responsive regulatory frameworks to support the safe integration of unmanned air traffic innovations into the global aviation network. Dr. Liu who spoke at ICAO’s Unmanned Aviation Week states: “Worldwide, RPAS and UAS technologies and operations have been evolving rapidly in recent years, spurring thousands of new entrants to the …
The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) says that the Total Radar Coverage of Nigeria (TRACON), project is working optimally. NAMA explains that the spare parts for the facility are regularly sourced from the manufacturer, Thales of France when required. Mr. Khalid Emele, the General Manager, Public Affairs, NAMA stresses that NAMA regularly receives spare parts from Thales of France since …
The 2018 edition of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Safety Report released recently provides a high level summary of ICAO’s safety initiatives and achievements to enhance aviation safety in 2017, along with key safety performance indicators pertaining to the 2013–2017 time period. ICAO works in partnership with the international aviation community to improve safety, with an emphasis on improving …
In response to the rapid growth of the drone and Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) market worldwide, Airports Council International (ACI) World has today launched a policy paper on drones providing informed and practical recommendations for airports. Drone operations are expected to soon surpass the number of manned aircraft operations and airport operators have a vested interest in the development …
