ICAO TECHNICAL

REVIEW
COOPERATION
NEWS AND FEATURES ON ICAO’S TECHNICAL COOPERATION PROJECTS AND PROGRAMMES - VOL.02 - NO.01

NO COUNTRY
LEFT BEHIND
through international cooperation

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ATC, FIRE AND RESCUE TRAINING IN AFGHANISTAN
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GACS 2 ATHENS, 11-13 OCTOBER 2017

TECHNICAL COOPERATION
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ICAO TECHNICAL COOPERATION REVIEW Foreword by Ivan Galan, Director,

VOLUME 2, NUMBER 1, 2016 3 Technical Cooperation Bureau, ICAO
Technical Cooperation Bureau
Mr. Galan highlights the importance of TCB’s role in ICAO’s No Country Left
Collaborator: Patrick Molinari
Behind initiative, the ICAO Programme for Aviation Volunteers, and encourages
Content readers to register for the second Global Aviation Cooperation Symposium to be
Content Coordinator & Project Manager: Alexandra Paré held in Athens from 11 to 13 October 2017.
Tel: +1 (514) 954-8219 ext. 5510
E-mail: [email protected]
PANAMA | Panama’s Tocumen International Airport Executes its
Editorial
Senior Editor: Laurie Seline
5 Master Plan with Assistance from ICAO’s TCB.
Tel: +1 (514) 954-8219 ext. 6802
E-mail: [email protected]
The initiatives being taken by AITSA to maintain and enhance the competitiveness,
financial sustainability and quality of service of Tocumen International Airport
Production and Design going forward.
Graphic Designer: June Kim
Tel: +1 (514) 954-8219 ext. 7168
E-mail: [email protected] INDONESIA | ICAO’s TCB Contributes Pioneering Support to
Advertising
11 the State’s Successful Civil Aviation Environmental Protection
Harvey Wong, Advertising Representative Programme.César Velarde describes Indonesia’s work to realize an ambitious
Tel: +1 (514) 954-8219, ext. 6181
Fax: +1 (514) 954 6769
civil aviation environmental programme with support from TCB.
E-mail: [email protected]
GACS 2 | Global Aviation Cooperation Symposium (GACS 2) to be
Submissions
The Technical Cooperation Review encourages submissions
16 Held in Athens, 11 to 13 October 2017
from interested individuals, organizations and States
wishing to share updates, perspectives or analysis related to
TCB’s Daniel Souhami outlines the programme for GACS 2 under the theme:
global civil aviation. For further information on submission Managing Change: Building a Safe, Secure and Sustainable Aviation Community.
deadlines and planned issue topics for future editions of the
Technical Cooperation Review, please contact Alexandra Paré,
Content Coordinator & Project Manager at: [email protected]. RWANDA | How Compliance with International Standards Has
Opinions expressed in signed articles or in advertisements
19 Facilitated Development.
appearing in the ICAO Technical Cooperation Review Tonny Barigye illustrates the important role that aviation has played in Rwanda’s
represent the author’s or advertiser’s opinion and do not
necessarily reflect the views of ICAO. The mention of specific
recovery and reconstruction.
companies or products in articles or advertisements does
not imply that they are endorsed or recommended by ICAO
AFGHANISTAN | ATC, Fire and Rescue Training for Afghanistan
in preference to others of a similar nature which are not
mentioned or advertised. 22 Daniel Souhami shows how the collaborative efforts of the Afghanistan Civil Aviation
The publishers extend their thanks to the companies, Authority (ACAA), the United States Department of State (SOS), TCB and ICAO’s
organizations and photographers who graciously supplied TRAINAIR PLUS provided much needed training to Afghan Fire Crash and Rescue
photographs for this issue. Service personnel and Air Traffic Controllers.
Published by
International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
PARAGUAY | Developments in Aviation in Paraguay
999 Robert-Bourassa Boulevard
Montréal, Québec Canada H3C 5H7 26 Walter Amaro recounts TCB’s role in modernizing Silvio Pettirossi International
The objective of the ICAO Technical Cooperation Review is to Airport and assisting Paraguay in meeting Safety Oversight Standards through
provide a comprehensive account of Technical Cooperation ICAO’s USAP.
new developments, trends, innovations and applications in
the field to the ICAO Member States and the international
ARGENTINA | Argentina and ICAO: A Long History of Technical
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aeronautical community.

Copyright © 2017 Cooperation

International Civil Aviation Organization Agustín Rodríguez Grelet enumerates the many UNDP and ICAO cooperation
Printed by ICAO
programmes that have led to Argentina’s restructured and revamped air
navigation services.

VENEZUELA | Venezuela Undertakes Major Projects to Optimize Air

34 Navigation Services for 2017
Venezuela’s INAC has joined forces with ICAO’s TCB to launch numerous projects
that will improve equipment and services throughout the country.
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ICAO Council Information accurate at time of printing
President: Dr. Olumuyiwa Benard Aliu

Algeria Mr. A.D. Mesroua Kenya Ms. M.B. Awori

Argentina Mr. G.E. Ainchil Malaysia Mr. K. A’amali bin Ismail
Australia Mr. S.C. Lucas Mexico Mr. D. Méndez Mayora
Brazil Mrs. M.G.V. da Costa Nigeria Mr. M.S. Nuhu
Cabo Verde Mr. C.A.B.C.L. Monteiro Panama Mr. G.S. Oller
Canada Mr. M. Pagé Repubic of Korea Mr. J. Hur
China Mr. S. Yang Russian Federation VACANT
Colombia Mr. A.M. Gómez Saudi Arabia Mr. S.A.R. Hashem
Congo Mr. R.M. Ondzotto Singapore Mr. T.C. Ng
Cuba Mrs. M.M.C. Frasquieri South Africa Mr. M.D.T. Peege
Ecuador Mr. I.F.A. Lascano Spain Mr. V.M. Aguado
Egypt Mr. A.H.M. Khedr Sweden Mrs. H.J. Saxe
France Mr. P. Bertoux Turkey Mr. A.R. Çolak
Germany Mr. U. Schwierczinski United Arab Emirates Ms. A. Alhameli
India Mr. A. Shekhar United Kingdom Mr. M. Rodmell
Ireland Mrs. A.S. Floch United Republic of Tanzania Mr. R.W. Bokango
Italy Mr. M.R. Rusconi United States VACANT
Japan Mr. S. Matsui Uruguay Mr. M. Vidal

ICAO Air Navigation Commission (ANC) Information accurate at time of printing

President: Mr. Hajime Yoshimura Members of the Air Navigation Commission are nominated by
First Vice-President: Mr. Claude Hurley Contracting States and appointed by the Council. They act in
Second Vice-President: Mr. Ismael Pacheco Serrano their personal expert capacity and not as representatives of
Secretary: Mr. Stephen Creamer their nominations.

Mr. J. Bollard Mr. T. Andersen Mrs. I. Monnier Mr. J. W. K. Twijuke

Mr. R.H. Carboni Mr. C. Hurley Mr. N. Naoumi Mr. H. Yoshimura
Mr. M.G. Fernando Mr. A.A. Korsakov Mrs. K.L. Riensema Mr. C.D.C. Jang
Mr. R.H. Godinho Ms. E. Koryfidou Mr. I.P. Serrano Mr. M. Reeves
Mr. M. Halidou Mr. J. Metwalli Mr. F. Tai

ICAO’s Global Presence

North American, South American Western and European and Middle East Eastern and Asia and Pacific
Central American (SAM) Office, Central African North Atlantic (MID) Office, Southern African (APAC) Regional
and Caribbean Lima (WACAF) Office, (EUR/NAT) Cairo (ESAF) Office, Sub-Office,
(NACC) Office, Dakar Office, Nairobi Beijing
Mexico City París
Asia and Pacific
(APAC) Office,
Bangkok
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FOREWORD BY
MR. IVAN GALAN, DIRECTOR,
TECHNICAL COOPERATION BUREAU, ICAO

For those of us in the field of Air Transport and Civil Aviation,

new airline start-ups, airport expansions, new construction
and concessions negotiations, increased passenger loads, and
the implementation of new technologies and development of new
capacities among air traffic service providers are daily occurrences on
a global scale. This is a real representation of how dynamic air transport
is and, at the same time, how challenging this sector has become. Civil
Aviation Authorities, Air Navigation Services Providers, Airport Operators,
Immigration Authorities and Customs Authorities are facing the problem
of how to cope with the dynamic growth of air transport.

Considering this and taking into account that air transport, in addition Another programme recently created by ICAO is the ICAO Programme for
to being the safest means of transportation, has become a true Aviation Volunteers (IPAV), which is also being managed by TCB. Through
catalyst for economic and social development, States may have the the IPAV, TCB provides short term assistance to States in civil aviation
perfect equation to foster development, or the perfect storm of lagging matters, at a lower cost or no cost at all (as determined through analysis
economic competitiveness. The formula for success may be as obvious on a case by case basis). A roster of IPAV experts has been created and
as a Civil Aviation Master Plan, an Airport Master Plan, a well-structured an IPAV Voluntary Fund has already received a number of donations.
Civil Aviation Authority, etc. Given the rapid pace of change, doing
nothing is not an option. Today, more than 130 States benefit from the technical assistance,
technical cooperation and IPAV services provided by TCB in all regions
Since its establishment, the International Civil Aviation Organization across the globe. Our aim is to increase this number by providing
(ICAO) has continuously evolved to accommodate technological outreach to those countries in need of assistance. In this respect, NCLB
advancements, political developments and the exponential growth of is a powerful initiative that motivates all of us to continue working in this
international air traffic. In this regard, ICAO’s Technical Cooperation direction.
Programme is an efficient and effective tool available to all States,
institutions, organizations, airports, Air Navigation Service Providers, The aim of this publication is to provide you with information and
etc., to help them develop their systems and cope with their needs experiences from different parts of the world about TCB projects and
and challenges. how they are or have been able to assist States/Organizations with
the development of their civil aviation systems, in areas of safety,
Within its United Nations mandate, ICAO provides assistance to civil infrastructure, CNS/ATM, capacity-building, etc. I hope this edition of our
aviation projects, particularly when these projects are necessary to Review will motivate you to continue making use of TCB’s services or to
the provision of vital air transport infrastructure and/or the economic initiate a Technical Cooperation Programme project if you have not done
development of a State, in accordance with national development so before.
priorities.
Please note that TCB is organizing the second Global Aviation
The Technical Cooperation Bureau (TCB) serves as ICAO’s main Cooperation Symposium (GACS/2) which will take place in Athens from
operational tool to implement the No Country Left Behind (NCLB) 11 to 13 October 2017. All of you are cordially invited to participate. An
initiative and to assist States with the effective implementation of ICAO article with more details is provided in this journal. We look forward to
Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) and Air Navigation meeting you in Athens.
Plans (ANPs), as well as in the development of their civil aviation
framework and programmes, including infrastructure, equipment and
capacity-building.

In accordance with the role established by the ICAO Assembly, the

Technical Cooperation Programme is also one of the main instruments
to assist States in remedying their deficiencies in the civil aviation field
(A39-16, Appendix A, Resolving Clause 4). This is why TCB also currently
provides technical assistance to States to rectify deficiencies primarily
identified during ICAO audits, with Regular Budget resources allocated for
this purpose and/or voluntary contributions to ICAO’s Safety Fund (SAFE),
the Aviation Security (AVSEC) Mechanism and the Environment Fund.

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PANAMA’S TOCUMEN
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
EXECUTES ITS MASTER PLAN WITH
ASSISTANCE FROM ICAO’S TCB
Tocumen International Airport is the main point of entry to Panama and a major
pillar of Panama’s socioeconomic development, generating a multiplier effect on
the economy of the country and the region. The airport is operated by AITSA, a stock
corporation founded in 2003 with nominal shares owned 100% by the State of
Panama. AITSA operates five airports located in various provinces of Panama.

Tocumen International Airport is a hub or “connection centre airport” using an airport

business model in which various airlines set up a connection or flight distribution
centre around a geographical hub, based on the following main principles:
 connectivity to and from secondary cities;
RENE VIOVY punctual, on-time service;
He has over 27 years of integrated terminals and efficient infrastructure; and
experience in the aviation
field, in Search and Rescue logistical integration with added value and global services.
(SAR) as Head of the Search
and Rescue Development and
Planning Bureau in Chile, Head
of the Mission Control Centre
(CHMCC) and a Member of the
International COSPAS-SARSAT ENRIQUE JIMENEZ INTERNATIONAL
Programme Council. In June AIRPORT – COLÓN
2013, he joined the ICAO
Technical Cooperation Bureau Currently maintained without
as Technical Consultant with the scheduled operations, but various
Procurement Section. TOCUMEN INTERNATIONAL
development options are under review.
AIRPORT – PANAMA CITY
Fixed wing IFR pilot and holds
a MBA degree in Business
Administration
PANAMA PACIFICO INTERNATIONAL
AIRPORT - HOWARD
NO. OF PASSENGERS
ENRIQUE MALEK INTERNATIONAL 2014 2016
AIRPORT – CHIRIQUÍ 30,086 131,930
NO. OF PASSENGERS SCARLETT MARTINEZ
300% INCREASE
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT – COCLÉ
2014 2016
NO. OF PASSENGERS
150,000 323,456
2014 2016
100% INCREASE
11,736 63,728
400% INCREASE

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TOCUMEN OFFERS THE FOLLOWING UNIQUE,
INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED STRATEGIC BENEFITS:

01 | COMPETITIVENESS 03 | FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY

Panama has more connections to international destinations AITSA has built a robust business model with a solid financial
than any other Latin American country. Tocumen International structure and sustainable financial stability. As part of this process,
Airport is a driver of growth for the Panamanian economy and a and in order to secure the funds necessary to develop its investment
source of the country’s development. It is the third largest airport portfolio, Tocumen has issued bonds, earning a rating of BBB
for international passengers in Latin America and the largest in (outlook stable) in the Standard and Poor’s and Fitch Ratings.
Central America.

PANAMA 83 Of the 83 destinations,

74 routes have
MEXICO 58 more than one daily
connection.
SAO PAOLO (GRU) 53
LIMA 51
BOGOTA 46 04 | CONNECTIVITY AND ADVANTAGEOUS LOCATION
BUENOS AIRES (EZE) 45 5 ½-hour flight time to northern destinations as far away as
Toronto, and a 7-hour flight time to southern destinations as
SANTIAGO DE CHILE 43
distant as Buenos Aires on popular and profitable aircraft such as
RIO DE JANEIRO 26 the Boeing 737-800/900.
MONTEVIDEO 15
Currently ranked third in terms of direct departure gates to Latin
MEDELLIN 13 America:
CARTAGENA 12 Mexico: 56
QUITO 12 Sao Paolo: 45 TORONTO
Panama City: 34
CALI 9
(+20 with T2)
SAN JOSE 8 Rio de Janeiro: 31 5 ½-hour
(+26 under construction) flight time
Brasilia: 29
02 | QUALITY OF SERVICE
Bogota: 27
In seeking to continually improve the passenger experience,
(+12 under construction)
Tocumen Airport has joined Airports Council International’s (ACI)
world-renowned Airport Service Quality (ASQ) benchmarking
programme measuring passengers’ satisfaction using research
tools and management information. The programme is carried out
quarterly and enables passenger feedback to be analyzed in terms
of different aspects so • Natural transit link
that similar parameters • Located at sea level
can be compared in CHECK-IN - Fuel efficiency
three categories:
ACCESS • Favourable climate
- Minimal interruptions
(1) total for all airports
in the programme;
(2) airports serving a IMMIGRATION
similar number of OVERALL
passengers; and SATISFACTION
(3) airports in a region. 7-hour
The purpose is to flight time
take the necessary
SECURITY
corrective actions COMFORT
and improve
the passenger FACILITIES
WIFI,

experience. RESTROOMS BUENOS AIRES

SIGNAGE

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ECONOMIC IMPACT
Tocumen Airport and tourism account for 20.5% of the total annual Tocumen Airport creates more than direct income and jobs; it
domestic product of goods and services (gross production value) also has indirect effects. This is why the airport’s true impact on
and 17% of national employment. Panama’s economy has to be measured from a holistic point of view.

3.98 In measuring air transport’s economic impact, two elements must

be taken into account. The first is the Tocumen Cluster (which
includes the activities of Tocumen Airport, its concessions, associated
companies and governmental institutions, as well as the Multimodal
Area currently under development), and the other is tourism, since
Tocumen Airport is the main gateway to the country.

Key statistics for Tocumen International Airport include:

14.7 million passengers handled per year;
over 164 thousand tonnes of cargo handled each year;
3.68 40 airlines operate out of AITSA (23 commercial passenger
airlines and 17 cargo carriers);
Q4/2015 Q1/2016 Q2/2016 Q3/2016 Q4/2016 over 11 million pieces of luggage are processed by the airport’s
baggage handling system;
the months with the greatest passenger flows are January, July
The airport infrastructures have a very positive effect on the and December;
economy of the various regions of Panama. Beyond being a port of each week, over 2700 flights operate out of AITSA, which
entry for tourists, business people and investors, Tocumen Airport translates to over 145,000 aircraft movements per year;
creates many jobs for the community as a product of the chain July 17th is the day with the greatest amount of passenger traffic,
produced by industry clusters. The resulting economic activity can at a total of almost 49,000 passengers;
be grouped into the following six categories: airport operations, air in 2016, passenger traffic increased by 9.7% over the previous
transport, business services, related industrial activity, large-scale period, exceeding forecasts for the region; and
improvement programmes, and tourism. Tocumen Airport has direct connections to 83 destinations.

DESTINATIONS GROWING COUNTRIES THAT MAKE TOP DESTINATIONS

FASTEST IN TERMS OF GREATEST USE OF THE BY NUMBER OF
PASSENGER NUMBERS: AIRPORT: PASSENGERS:

DAVID 51% 1. UNITED STATES 1. BOGOTA

VALENCIA (VENEZUELA) 42% 2. COLOMBIA 2. SAN JOSE

CARTAGENA 40% 3. MEXICO 3. MIAMI

WASHINGTON DC 35% 4. BRAZIL 4. CARACAS

SANTA CLARA 32% 5. VENEZUELA 5. HAVANA

PARIS 31% 6. COSTA RICA 6. CANCUN

CARACAS 31% 7. ECUADOR 7. MEXICO CITY

ASUNCIÓN 30% 8. DOMINICAN REPUBLIC 8. SANTIAGO

SAN PEDRO SULA 21% 9. CUBA 9. LIMA

SAO PAOLO 20% 10. CHILE 10. SAO PAOLO

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PANAMA

TOCUMEN INVESTS TO STAY COMPETITIVE WITH THE HELP OF TCB. is playing an important role in implementation. Some of these
Tocumen Airport has a Master Plan with a 30-year horizon, projects include:
enabling it to ensure the airport’s competitiveness by identifying implementation of a Wi-Fi service for use by passengers;
the investments required in view of demand and growth. installation of check-in kiosks;
installation of immigration kiosks;
In order to guarantee sustainable, successful growth, airport implementation of a new flight information system (FIDS/
planning will consider factors such as potential demand, GIDS/BIDS);
infrastructure expansion requirements, the availability of airport improvements in the central baggage handling system;
land, and environmental and economic studies. implementation of ACDM (Airport Collaborative Decision Making);
acquisition of security equipment (scanners, metal detectors,
The average growth in passenger numbers has been 10%. In order explosives trace detectors);
to keep pace with this demand, the airport has an aggressive plan implementation of a new CCTV system and Safety
of investments and projects in which the Technical Cooperation Management System (SMS);
Bureau (TCB) of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) expansion of the current aircraft fuel system and its
interconnectedness with the new terminal; and
project implementation in operational safety areas such as
runway and taxiway repairs and the implementation of means
CHRONOLOGY OF THE TOCUMEN to mitigate hazards caused by the ingestion of birds into the
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT engines of aircraft operating in and out of AITSA.

Investment is focused in the following three major project areas:

1974 June 1st, the first passenger terminal (the regional airport projects;
present-day cargo terminal) opens. projects to enhance the current terminal (T1); and
projects in the Cargo/Logistics Zone.
1978 August 15th, the present passenger terminal
(T1) opens.
TERMINAL B
1992 COPA Airlines establishes its hub here thanks Construction began in 2013 on a new passenger terminal, initially called
to the airport’s excellent connectivity. South Terminal, now known as Terminal B. This terminal is needed to
accommodate the high level of demand and passenger movement.
2003 Tocumen International Airport S.A. (stock
company) is founded. The new terminal was designed by British architect Norman Foster
and the company Panameña Mellol & Mellol. It will have 20 new
2004 Renovation of the passenger terminal (T1). gates. The terminal’s surface area will cover over 85,000 m2, with
8000 m2 devoted to commercial activities.
2012 The North Concourse opens in Terminal T1.

2013 Construction of the new Terminal T2 begins. Construction is now already over 70% complete, and operations in
this new terminal are scheduled to begin in March 2018.
2014 Tocumen International Airport, S.A. takes over
the management of 4 Panamanian regional NEW MULTIMODAL AREA
airports. This area is another of the challenges receiving implementation
support from the International Civil Aviation Organization’s Technical
2015 The Master Plan is updated with a projected Cooperation Bureau (TCB). As a result of the increased demand
timeline of 20 years. for cargo transport by air, Tocumen Airport’s management plans to
2016 The business model is approved for the project
to create the first state-run Free Trade Zone,
called the Tocumen Airport Logistics Zone.
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A CARGO TERMINAL B LOGISTICS ZONE

Characteristics • Activities related to the air cargo business Characteristics • Logistical and industrial activities
providing added value
Space: • Multi-client area for operators requiring
direct access to runways (9750 m2) Space: • 350,000 m2 during phase one
• Express Area with 4000 m2 of available • Free Trade Zone with tax, immigration
space and labor benefits, and offering the users
• Capacity for 6 type “C” slots or 8 type “D” savings on the cost of transport and
slots supply chain optimization

create a Multimodal Area that includes a Free Trade Logistics Zone, AITSA’S CHALLENGES OVER THE NEAR TERM
and to modernize the airport’s current cargo terminal. AITSA faces a number of challenges in the coming months and
years. They include:
In terms of cargo movement, Tocumen Airport generates successful opening of Terminal B by the scheduled date;
considerable trade volumes, thus translating into direct and indirect efficiency of Terminal A’s operations and its integration with
job creation. Terminal B;
implementation of the Multimodal Area;
On the international markets, the following products account for 72% profitability of the regional airports; and
by weight of commercial exchange by air and almost 68% of imports: acquisition of the land required to ensure sustainable growth.
perishables
spare parts Given the invaluable assistance of ICAO’s TCB, Panama is
pharmaceuticals confident that it can execute its Master Plan on time and within
hi-tech components budget parameters.
e-commerce

The new Multimodal Area, with a total surface area of 35 hectares,

will be comprised of a Cargo Terminal and a Logistics Zone with
the characteristics listed above.

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ICAO’S TCB CONTRIBUTES

PIONEERING SUPPORT TO THE
STATE´S SUCCESSFUL CIVIL
AVIATION ENVIRONMENTAL
PROTECTION PROGRAMME.
As a vast archipelagic tropical country, Indonesia is one of the world’s richest
territories in terms of biodiversity, natural wonders and cultural heritage.

With a population of about 240 million people and a territory containing 17,508
islands, air transportation plays a major role in connecting the country´s vast terrain
and promoting the country’s development.

The particular geography of Indonesia makes it especially vulnerable to global

warming. Since the current and future growth of air traffic affects climate change,
and given the long-standing cooperation between the Government of Indonesia and
CÉSAR VELARDE ICAO’s Technical Cooperation Bureau (TCB), the Indonesian Directorate General of Civil
He is an International Civil Aviation (DGCA) decided in 2013 to promote an ambitious civil aviation environmental
Aviation Organization (ICAO)
Senior Expert on Aviation and programme, with TCB’s support, aimed at becoming a leading State in contributing to
the Environment with special ICAO’s Environmental Protection strategic objectives.
focus on bioenergy for the air
transport sector. In October
2014 joined the ICAO Technical INDONESIA’S ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVE
Cooperation Bureau as Project In October 2014, a pioneering 3-year environmental project was launched to assist
Coordinator based in Jakarta the Indonesia DGCA in strengthening its organizational structure for sustainable
(Indonesia) providing technical
support to the Indonesian development and implementation of the Indonesian State Action Plan for carbon
Civil Aviation Authority emissions reduction in the aviation sector in close cooperation with national
(DGCA) for the Development stakeholders. The project had four areas of focus: Alternative Fuels and Renewable
and Implementation of
Environmental Measures in Civil Energy, Green Corridors, Green/Eco Airports and Market-based Measures.
Aviation (INS13801 Project).
The ultimate aim of this programme is to maintain the benefits of air transport growth
He holds an agronomist
engineering degree from (increased employment and a larger contribution to the national economy) while
Madrid University. Prior to work implementing an environmentally compatible policy framework. In so doing, Indonesia
in the air transport sector he would become a significant contributor to the technical work of ICAO through its
spent most of his career in the
environmental assessment of Committee on Aviation and Environmental Protection (CAEP).
transport infrastructures and
ecological restoration. TCB assisted the project by recruiting two senior aviation and environment experts (one
national and one international) and additional local technical and administrative staff.

Now in its third year of implementation, the project’s main accomplishments can be
summarized as follows:

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INDONESIA’S CONTRIBUTION TO ICAO´S ENVIRONMENTAL WORK management, review and follow-up and to provide the necessary
AND INTERNATIONAL DISCUSSIONS. human resources capacity-building. Being aware of this, DGCA
In March 2016, Indonesia’s work on environmental protection was Indonesia committed to creating an internal environmental
recognized by the ICAO Council when it approved its request to structure and asked TCB to provide the necessary training to its
become a Member State of the ICAO CAEP (Indonesia had been an officials and stakeholders.
Observer for six years). DGCA is dedicating significant resources to
CAEP work by co-chairing the Committee’s Alternative Fuels Task TCB’s support consisted of delivering more than 30 training
Force (AFTF) and by participating in several other Working Groups activities including in-house training, internships with the ICAO
and Task Forces. Environmental Section, domestic thematic tutorials and workshops
and participation in seven international training activities in four
Between 2014 and 2017 Indonesia has presented more than 15 different countries.
Working and Information Papers to the CAEP and has also hosted
several ICAO international meetings and environmental events An important additional step was the identification of DGCA´s
including: the 2014 CAEP Steering Group Meeting, the 2015 environmental duties and responsibilities and the development of
International Green Aviation Conference (IGAC), the 2016 APAC an Environmental Management System (EMS), including provisions
Global Aviation Dialogues on MBMs (GLADs), a meeting of the for monitoring, reporting and verification (MRV) and GHG emissions
CAEP MDG & FESG technical groups (2017) and the 2017 ICAO inventories as necessary elements for the implementation of the
Regional Seminar on Action Plans and CORSIA for Asia and the Indonesia CO2 Emissions State Action Plan.
Pacific. In July 2017, it will host the third edition of the biannual
International Green Aviation Conference (IGAC). DGCA, with TCB’s support, is currently establishing its EMS,
including the following actions:
STRENGTHENING OF THE DGCA ORGANIZATION AND  A regulatory MRV-related applicable framework is being
DEVELOPMENT OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM established.
AND HUMAN RESOURCES STRUCTURE.  Different DGCA Directorates are developing the necessary
Environmental protection requires a long-term strategic vision provisions for data collection from airlines, airports and the
because achieving measurable results requires preparation national Air Navigation Service Provider (ANSP).
and time.  An online IT tool is under development for data compilation and
management and the establishment of an Indonesia Aviation
One of the essential preliminary steps for successful Emissions Inventory System.
implementation of a State Action Plan on Air Transport Emissions The creation of a DGCA Environmental Unit will ensure
Reductions is to create the internal governmental structure for its permanent oversight, management and reporting.

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“ Environmental protection requires a long-term

strategic vision because achieving measurable
results requires preparation and time. ”

SUPPORT ON THE REVIEW, UPDATE AND IMPLEMENTATION

OF THE INDONESIA STATE ACTION PLAN FOR GHG EMISSIONS
REDUCTIONS IN AVIATION.
ICAO Assembly Resolutions have encouraged Member States
to submit voluntary action plans outlining respective policies
and actions, and annual reporting on international aviation CO2
emissions. The ICAO Environment Section has worked closely with
Indonesia on the design of a basket of measures. DGCA presented
its Plan in 2014.

As mentioned, achieving measurable results from implementation

of the Action Plan will require time and is to be considered a long-
term objective to which all government departments with related
responsibilities and the related stakeholders are committed.

The role of TCB has been focused on reviewing, updating and

assisting in the effective implementation of four areas of action:
Renewable Energy, Green Corridors, Green/Eco Airports and
Market-based Measures.

PROMOTION OF RENEWABLE ENERGY FOR AVIATION.

Indonesia’s Ministries of Transport and Energy created the
“Aviation Biofuels and Renewable Energy Task Force” (ABRETF) in
2014 and established a regulatory framework aimed at promoting
the use of biofuels and renewable energy in airports.

Fourteen ABRETF meetings have been held with national

stakeholders. Indonesia is particularly involved in ICAO’s technical
work on Alternative Fuels. At the International Green Aviation
Conference (IGAC) held in Bali in 2015, national and international
experts reviewed the options for the introduction of alternative fuels
and renewable energy.

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GHG INFO
COLLECTION
AIRLINES AIRPORTS AIR NAV

Operator
DIR. DIR.
Flight Operation
AIRPORTS AIRWORTH.
City Pairs
& OPS
Distance Flown
Flight Time
MRV DGCA EMS

ICAO CARBON ICAO

EMISSION
CALCULATOR
PROVISIONS

AIR TRANSPORT
DIR. AIR DIR. AIR
EMISSIONS
NAVIGATION TRANSPORT
INVENTORY
UNFCCC

DGCA
REGULATORY FRAMEWORK DATABASES IT TOOL ENVIRONMENTAL
UNIT

From 2016 to 2020, Indonesia plans to install renewable power sources MARKET-BASED MEASURES. THE ICAO CARBON OFFSETTING AND
in fifty domestic and international airports with a total capacity of 7.5 REDUCTION SCHEME FOR INTERNATIONAL AVIATION (CORSIA):
MW. Solar-cell systems have been installed already at 39 airports. The The ICAO 39th Assembly held in 2016 marked a historical
Indonesia government is also planning to implement the utilization milestone with the decision to implement a Global Market-based
of wind and hydro energy to partially supply five international and five mechanism in the form of the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction
domestic airports. Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) to tackle CO2 emissions
from international civil aviation beyond 2020 levels. This is the first
ATM IMPROVEMENT AND GREEN/ECO AIRPORTS: time a particular sector has taken such a global initiative to reduce
An area of significant progress achieved by the DGCA with TCB its GHG emissions.
project support has been the implementation of Performance-
based Navigation (PBN) as part of the Green Corridors and Green/ Indonesia played a very active role in the discussions supporting
Eco Airports implementation objectives. this ICAO approach, and has volunteered to participate in its initial
implementation phase in 2021. This constitutes a significant
In early 2016, an “Operations and PBN Working Group” was challenge for the DGCA because it will need to establish an
created with more than 50 local and international experts from internal structure to implement the ICAO Monitoring, Reporting
all stakeholders involved. Five workshops have been held to and Verification (MRV) SARPs which will be issued in early 2018,
identify implementation barriers and develop recommendations beginning on 1 January 2019.
agreed upon with stakeholders on how to tackle them. New PBN
approach procedures have been established by consensus at ICAO has also requested that all Member States establish their own
seven international airports, seven domestic airports and 26 small CO2 emissions units registries, or to arrange for participation in
remote airports. One terminal PBN procedure and two new en- other registries, in accordance with the ICAO guidance. Supporting
route procedures have also been published. Indonesia expects to Indonesia to successfully achieve this global commitment is
achieve the ICAO objective of having PBN approach procedures in currently the main challenge for the TCB support programme for
all international airports by the end of 2017. the implementation of environmental measures in civil aviation.

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“ This is the first time MEETING THE CHALLENGES GOING FORWARD

Environmental Protection is the ICAO strategic objective for which

a particular sector
more development and support needs will arise in the upcoming
years and one of the areas in which extensive knowledge transfer
and information sharing is needed due to the innovative nature of

has taken such the strategy.

a global initiative
The domestic and regulatory pressure resulting from increasing
social demands in areas such as aviation noise, air quality
around airports and climate change mitigation and adaptation

to reduce its GHG will necessitate that many governments, especially in developing
countries and emerging economies, establish the necessary internal

emissions. ”
structures and mobilize resources to tackle these new needs.

Building on Indonesia’s successful government environmental

programme for civil aviation with TCB support in the field, ICAO will
continue to be the organization its Member States can turn to in
order to address these new challenges.

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 / GACS 2 /

GLOBAL AVIATION COOPERATION

SYMPOSIUM (GACS 2) TO BE HELD
IN ATHENS
11 TO 13 OCTOBER 2017

There is a need for increased technical cooperation and assistance across the full
spectrum of civil aviation to achieve the goals of the ICAO No Country Left Behind
initiative. In this respect, the vision of ICAO’s Technical Cooperation Bureau (TCB) is to
enable States to achieve high standards that benefit the economic and social areas
impacted by air transport and the related civil aviation industries at the local, regional
and national levels throughout the world.

Continuous improvement of aeronautical infrastructure and services leading to self-

sufficiency in the aviation field will bring about better human, social and economic
conditions. Based on decades of extensive global experience, TCB understands both
DANIEL SOUHAMI the aspirations and difficulties faced by the developing world. The Bureau knows how
He is a Field Operations
to realize these hopes and overcome these problems.
Officer with ICAO’s Technical
Cooperation Bureau Project
Development Unit. He works TCB’s priorities are to improve the operational safety, security, efficiency and
as a member of the team that
reliability of national and international civil aviation and to contribute to the uniform
develops all projects for TCB.
He joined ICAO/TCB in 2001. implementation of ICAO’s Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) throughout
His previous work experiences the world. With over six decades of experience, and drawing upon all of the technical
include the World Bank, the
expertise and knowledge available within ICAO, our mission is to provide unrivalled in-
Canadian Trade Commissioner
Service, as well as the private depth technological assistance to States in realizing their aviation projects.
sector and academia.
GACS 1
In the fall of 2014, TCB organized the first ever Global Aviation Cooperation
Symposium (GACS). The theme of the original GACS was “Building Cooperation for the
Future of Civil Aviation: Innovation, Growth and Technical Cooperation”. The event was
hosted at ICAO Headquarters and was attended by over 400 participants from around
the globe. In addition, 35 industry and government sponsors & exhibitors contributed
to the event’s success.

The primary objective of the first GACS was to establish a forum covering the full
spectrum of civil aviation so that States and other industry stakeholders could
exchange information and perspectives on the challenges they faced. By adopting a
holistic and comprehensive approach, the Symposium succeeded in offering a central
platform for discussions on key issues, the exchange of views and the latest trends
and innovations, as well as sharing best practices to support a safe and efficient
future for global aviation.

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“ The theme of this THE MAIN GOALS
year’s symposium is OF GACS 2

Managing Change:
Building a Safe, Secure 01 MANAGING CHANGE: BUILDING A SAFE, SECURE,
AND SUSTAINABLE AVIATION COMMUNITY.

and Sustainable Discussion of how best to manage the changes necessary

to build and maintain a safe, secure and sustainable

Aviation Community. ” aviation community. Industry leaders, technical experts,

national and international specialists will be at the heart
of the Symposium’s discussions. These industry experts
will share their knowledge and perception of current
and emerging trends within the context of technical
GACS 2
cooperation. Safety, security and environmental concerns
Building on the value of the first event, this year, TCB is
will be discussed across the areas of airport development,
collaborating with the Hellenic Civil Aviation Organization (HCAA)
air navigation, safety oversight, security and facilitation, as
and the Athens International Airport (AIA) to organize the second
well as building regional and inter-regional mechanisms.
Global Aviation Cooperation Symposium (GACS 2). The event will

02
be hosted by the HCAA and AIA in Athens, Greece from 11 to 13
DETERMINING UNIQUE SOLUTIONS FOR
October 2017.
CAPACITY-BUILDING THROUGH TECHNICAL
COOPERATION AND ASSISTANCE PROJECTS.
The theme of this year’s symposium is “Managing Change: Building
a Safe, Secure and Sustainable Aviation Community”. As was the
The Symposium will provide an opportunity to discuss
case for the first GACS, the second one will also include an industry
ascending difficulties identified across the full spectrum
exhibition to foster a unique forum for regulators, service providers,
of aviation and emerging technologies and trends.
operators and other industry stakeholders to discuss and share
States will have the occasion to capture commonly found
their experiences and best practices in implementing technical
issues, solutions and best practices shared through the
cooperation projects with the aim of fostering a solid aviation
presentation of Technical Cooperation and Technical
community. Moreover, the event will offer a unique opportunity
Assistance projects. Project successes, challenges, and
to obtain in-depth knowledge of ICAO’s Technical Cooperation
implementation of technical solutions will be showcased.
Programme and how it can meet States’ needs.

The event will have a combination of speaker sessions, discussion

panels, and workshops covering all of the main areas of civil
03 PROMOTE THE ROLE ICAO’S TECHNICAL
COOPERATION PROGRAMME IN ASSISTING
STATES TO ACHIEVE THEIR GOALS.
aviation, including - airport development, enhancing air navigation
services, implementing a robust safety oversight system, aviation
The Symposium will also provide a general overview of
security and facilitation, as well as enabling topics such as: sharing
ICAO’s TC Programme services and best practices in
of best practices for technical project implementation, cooperation
providing capacity-building assistance to Member States
through regional projects, capacity-building through training and
and regional organizations.
project funding and resource mobilization.

It is therefore with great enthusiasm that ICAO, in collaboration

with HCAA and AIA, invite all States and other stakeholders to
04 STRENGTHEN INSTITUTIONAL AND
CROSS-INDUSTRY RELATIONSHIPS.

participate in GACS 2, on the lovely shores of Athens, Greece.

The Symposium will bring together ICAO experts,
More information is available at the event website: http://www.
Member States, industry providers, national, regional
icao.int/meetings/GACS2017. Additional questions, including
and international organizations to enhance collaboration
queries by those interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at the event
between authorities, industry and other stakeholders
can be sent to: [email protected].
through technical cooperation.

TCB looks forward to seeing you there.

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/ RWANDA /

HOW COMPLIANCE WITH

INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS
HAS FACILITATED DEVELOPMENT.

© Copyright by AIRPORT DESIGN MANAGEMENT

TONNY BARIGYE On 3 February 1964, the Government of Rwanda became a signatory to the Chicago
He has been the Public Convention of 1944.
Relations Officer at Rwanda Civil
Aviation Authority for 7 years.
A former freelance journalist Since its inception, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), as a United
for 9 years with New Vision Nations specialized agency, has actively worked toward streamlining the global aviation
in Uganda and reporter with industry. This has been done through various programmes and audits that emphasize
the New Times Publication
Ltd. in Rwanda, he was also Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) to incorporate new changes.
a pioneer writer of the Private
Sector Publication in Rwanda. In Rwanda’s case, there has been an aggressive strategy toward ensuring world-class
Recently, he launched a
bi-annual publication for the safety, security and the provision of quality services – elements that are key to industry
Rwanda Civil Aviation Authority sustainability.
covering the latest news,
analyses and transformational
activities within Rwanda’s POST-GENOCIDE RWANDA
aviation sector and beyond At the end of 1994, Rwanda’s economy was in tatters due to the grueling effects of
the genocide against the Tutsi. One million people were massacred. Both human
resources and infrastructure were in total ruins across all sectors of the national
economy. However, this calamitous situation did not deter the drive for reconstruction
by the current Government of Rwanda and the pursuit of an ambitious plan that set off
a speedy recovery. In this regard, the aviation sector was no exception.

As the Government of Rwanda implemented its plan to improve macroeconomics and

rejuvenate the private sector, it recognized that a vibrant aviation industry could break
the barriers of the country’s landlocked status and it formulated a long-term vision of
linking Rwanda to world markets.

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Aviation was earmarked as a major pillar of the economy and major to ensure compliance by resolving weaknesses identified through
investment was dedicated to the sector. ICAO proved to be an gap analysis. This can be confirmed by the 2012 ICVM audit that
invaluable partner to Rwanda in this endeavor because it offered showed tremendous improvement in, not only putting regulations
a basis for compliance that provided a solid foundation for the in place, but also following up with the implementation process
aviation sector upon which momentum could be built. to achieve tangible results. ICAO’s Eastern and Southern Africa
Regional Office (ICAO EASF) has followed up by conducting
ICAO GUIDANCE continuous guidance missions to Rwanda called Regional Office
Since the outset of reconstruction, ICAO has provided guidance Safety Team Assistance (ROST) missions.
to ensure that development efforts have been internationally
compliant. Among others, ICAO’s key endeavors have been to This support has significantly enhanced the RCAA’s inspection,
resolve the outstanding significant safety concerns; improve the quality management capacities as well as its primary and operating
State’s effective implementation of the eight critical elements regulations, and technical guidance materials. The institution has
of the safety and security oversight systems; accelerate also ensured the quality of airworthiness, flight operations and
implementation of the Yamoussoukro Decision to improve personnel licensing staff through continuous knowledge development
connectivity through liberalization of air transport; ensure access to continuously upgrade human resource capabilities, which has
and affordability to the public; and achieve efficient and seamless consequently raised safety standard to the benefit of passengers.
air traffic management systems.
With ICAO SARPs as the foundation, the RCAA has become
In transforming the socio-economic state of the African continent steadfast in its resolve to make the aviation sector the best it can
and the world at large, ICAO has also provided assistance to ensure be, and the country is on a clear path of developing an efficient,
the sustained growth of air transport, thus contributing to 13 of the safe and secure civil aviation industry in Rwanda. With an efficient
17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). organization in place, the compliance results are excellent and the
ultimate goal of becoming an aviation hub is in sight.
Rwanda has greatly benefitted from a relationship with ICAO that
dates back to the domestication and operationalization of the This dynamic environment has attracted international carriers
Convention on International Civil Aviation and its related Annexes to Rwanda as a preferred destination. Rwanda’s alignment with
through smart regulations that have guided both regulators and international standards has enabled the country to enter into
operators in achieving globally accepted standards. Bilateral Air Service Agreements (BASAs) with over 50 countries
within and beyond Africa, and the country is now championing the
2007 USOAP AUDIT accelerated implementation of the Yamoussoukro Decision (Open
Since the 2007 USOAP audit, Rwanda’s regulatory aviation arm, Skies) following the solemn commitment by 11 Heads of State in
the Rwanda Civil Aviation Authority (RCAA) has worked tirelessly 2015 to liberalize African markets.

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In just five years, RwandAir has achieved IOSA and ISAGO

certifications, enabling the airline to spread its wings to more than
“ In just five years,
19 destinations across Africa and to Dubai. The national carrier
will very soon add London, the United States, and India to its list of RwandAir has
destinations. The certifications attest to the relentless work being
done by the regulatory arm of the Government of Rwanda so that the
airline ensures internationally recognized operational efficiency in the
achieved IOSA and
areas of safety, security and the provision of traveller-centric service.
ISAGO certifications,
enabling the airline
MAJOR INVESTMENTS IN AIRPORTS
The correlation between international compliance and the
Government of Rwanda’s persistent efforts to develop the aviation
sector over the last five years has resulted in investments of over
$70 million in infrastructure and enhanced technology. At Kigali
to spread its wings
International Airport, major investments were made to ensure
reliability and efficiency in air traffic management and meteorological to more than 19
destinations across
systems, in addition to considerable minimization of bird strikes
with the installation of a Bird Collision Avoidance System (BCAS)
along the runway.

A new apron has doubled parking capacity, and the expansion of

Africa and to Dubai. ”
the terminal building has cut back queues and congestion. The
upgrade has also enabled faster movement for passengers, hence
reducing check-in time. With the new clearance software, acquiring
an overflight and landing permit takes five minutes compared to
previous clearances that took up to three days. As a result, the
Kigali International Airport has, for the last five years, been ranked
among the ten best airports in Africa.

Construction of the state-of-the-art New Bugesera International

Airport (NBIA) with bigger and better handling capacities is underway.
In a show of dedication to the growth of aviation and the impact on
the economy, the Government of Rwanda initiated a public-private
partnership with Mota-engil, a Portuguese construction company,
to jointly spearhead this project. Located 40 km from Kigali City, the
NBIA is designed to accommodate the steadily increasing air traffic,
which is growing by 13 percent annually.

UAV REGULATIONS
In February 2016, Rwanda became one of the first countries
in Africa to put in place regulations governing Unmanned Arial
Vehicles (UAVs) commonly, called drones. Since then, UAV related
companies and activities have become frequent in the country.
They have gradually been incorporated into the economy and
used in the formulation of significant income generating projects,
research and recreational activities.

Rwanda has been able to build an aviation sector that has

increasingly become a pillar of economic muscle linking Rwanda
to international markets and breaking down market barriers. Its
aggressive strategy promises to benefit the Rwandan people for
decades to come.

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 / AFGHANISTAN /

ATC, FIRE AND RESCUE TRAINING

FOR AFGHANISTAN

Afghanistan currently benefits from a burgeoning aviation sector characterized by

multiple international commercial carriers flying from major international hubs directly
into Afghanistan. Regular and safe access to Afghanistan by air is an essential part
of Afghanistan’s economy and key to maintaining its stability. Afghan businesses rely
on commercial cargo to bring products and raw materials into and out of Afghanistan.
Afghan and international investors depend on commercial aviation to connect and
plan their investment strategies.

July 2016 marked the beginning of the implementation of a technical cooperation

project aimed at building capacity in Afghanistan through the training of national
DANIEL SOUHAMI personnel. With the aim of building capacity and complying with ICAO Standards and
He is a Field Operations Recommended Practices (SARPs), the Afghanistan Civil Aviation Authority (ACAA), in
Officer with ICAO’s Technical
Cooperation Bureau Project close collaboration with the United States Department of State (DOS), made a request
Development Unit. He works to ICAO to provide assistance to ACAA by way of formal capacity-building through a
as a member of the team that recognized ICAO accredited training establishment.
develops all projects for TCB.
He joined ICAO/TCB in 2001.
His previous work experiences The main purpose of the project was to strengthen ACAA’s capacity to manage
include the World Bank, the airspace and airfields, as well as strengthen its safety oversight, in compliance with
Canadian Trade Commissioner
Service, as well as the private ICAO SARPs. The first phase of this project, funded by DOS, consisted of training over
sector and academia. 30 Afghan Fire Crash and Rescue Service personnel and over 40 Air Traffic Controllers.

ICAO TRAINAIR PLUS ACCREDITED ACADEMIES

The training was conducted in three ICAO TRAINAIR PLUS accredited academies in
India, supported logistically by UNOPS and coordinated through ICAO’s Technical
Cooperation Bureau (TCB).

The training itself was conducted by the Airports Authority of India Fire and
Training School (FTS) in Delhi and Kolkata for the fire fighters, as well as the Civil
Aviation Training College (CATC) in Allahabad for the Air Traffic Controllers. All three
establishments are TRAINAIR PLUS accredited, ensuring that the students would
benefit from high quality training.

Some students had difficulties, mostly due to the level of English, which they strived to
improve, while in India to meet and pass the course requirements. In the end, all 44
Air Traffic Control students, as well as all 31 Airport Rescue and Fire Fighter students
graduated and have been awarded their ICAO certificates. And now, the torch is in their
hands to implement what they have learned and pass on this knowledge. Only then,
can the impact and true benefits of the project be measured.

Thanks to this training, the Afghan nationals are now back in Kabul undergoing OJT to
help them meet the required ICAO standards. Subsequent phases of this project will
see more Afghan nationals benefit from similar training.

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AN EXCEPTIONAL COLLABORATIVE EFFORT within the prescribed schedule and within the allotted costs. It is
The project was not without its challenges. As is the case for almost because these challenges existed, that marks this as a worthy
any project, a number of hurdles, whether technical, logistical or project. With every new test, whether it was obtaining visas and
administrative, had to be overcome. In this particular case, the making travel arrangements, or maintaining tight budgetary control
effective coordination between ICAO, ACAA, DOS, UNOPS and to avoid cost overruns, to the tailoring of some of the training
the training academies was critical for the successful outcome. aspects to cater to the specific needs of the students, the project
In spite of the difficulties related to different time zones, tight personnel were equal to the task. Such commitment to achieve the
deadlines and budget constraints, as well as varying administrative project objectives by each organization involved is a testament to
requirements and reporting cycles, the project was completed the passion and dedication of their personnel.

It is important, in a project, to clearly define the responsibilities of

each of the stakeholders. In this particular case, it is important to
acknowledge the distinct roles each party played. Firstly, we should
“ The first phase of this mention the contribution of the United States Government. It was
through a generous grant from the DOS, that the project funds

project, funded by DOS, could be allocated. They initiated, championed and funded the
project, which otherwise would not have materialized.

consisted of training Another important player in the project execution, from beginning
to end, was UNOPS. Their logistical and administrative support
over 30 Afghan Fire in the field was paramount for the timely implementation of the
project activities. Without their aid, the Afghan nationals would

Crash and Rescue surely not have been able to travel on the appointed dates to
be present for the start of the courses. It should be noted that

Service personnel
securing the involvement of UNOPS was a challenge unto itself.
Many believe it easy for two or more entities to collaborate to the
same end. However, even organizations within the UN family have
and over 40 Air Traffic their own distinct rules, legal requirements, reporting cycles, etc.

Controllers. ” Due to the short timeframe to have all the necessary formalities
approved to avoid any project delays, it was a herculean effort

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INDONESIA

from both TCB and UNOPS to reach an expeditious agreement.

The result of this collaboration had a direct benefit, not only for
this project, but also to pave the way for further ICAO-UNOPS
partnerships in support of civil aviation around the world.

Finally, and possibly most importantly, it is necessary to emphasize

the participation of the ACAA, in particular the students that
underwent the training. This project was certainly no pleasure
tour for them. They needed to overcome a number of trials, both
“ Due to the short
timeframe to have
in terms of the course requirements, as well as the exigencies
of the project, such as travelling on short notice, issuance of the
necessary documentation and other administrative challenges.

THE ULTIMATE GOAL

all the necessary
formalities approved
Through this technical cooperation project, the Afghan nationals
undertook training fundamental for the State to provide improved
services in the related areas, thus contributing to the enhancement
of aviation safety in the country. Moreover, the project serves as a
powerful illustration of the virtues of close collaboration between
to avoid any project
delays, it was a
different entities in the aviation community, as well as the pivotal
role ICAO’s Technical Cooperation Programme played in the
development of the skills and experience of aviation professionals,
further contributing to the No Country Left Behind initiative.
herculean effort from
both TCB and UNOPS
These are the type of achievements that TCB endeavours to realize.
A project such as this, involving the training of approximately 70
students, as simple as that may appear, is no small feat. Yet,
working together with partner entities, such as DOS, UNOPS and
ACAA, TCB was able to accomplish the desired objective. With every
to reach an expeditious
agreement. ”
project implemented, no matter how small or how big the victory,
they all contribute towards the ultimate goal of building a safe,
secure and sustainable civil aviation community.

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 UNITING AVIATION
For a full list of upcoming events visit: icao.int/meetings

SAVE THE DATE

2017 Events on the horizon
9 - 11 Oct. ICAO Regional Aviation Training and TRAINAIR PLUS Symposium Astana, Kazakhstan
11 - 13 Oct. The Second Global Aviation Cooperation Symposium (GACS 2) Athens, Greece
11 - 13 Oct. Second ICAO Conference on Aviation and Alternative Fuels (CAAF2) Mexico City, Mexico
16 - 18 Oct. ICAO Regional Safety Management Symposium, European and Tallinn, Estonia
North Atlantic Region
24 - 26 Oct. Thirteenth Symposium and Exhibition on the ICAO Traveller Montréal, ICAO HQ
Identification Programme (TRIP)
30 Oct. - 17 Nov. ICAO Council 212th Session - Council phase Montréal, ICAO HQ
20 - 22 Nov. Second Global Runway Safety Symposium Lima, Peru
20 - 22 Nov. ICAO World Aviation Forum - Financing the Development of Aviation Abuja, Nigeria
Infrastructure
20 - 22 Nov. ICAO ATFM Global Symposium (ATFM2017) Singapore
27 - 28 Nov. ICAO Next Generation of Aviation Professionals (NGAP) Global Summit Montréal, ICAO HQ
28 - 30 Nov. ICAO TRIP Regional Seminar Jamaica 2017 Montego Bay, Jamaica
29 - 30 Nov. Seminar on Green Airports Montréal, ICAO HQ
4 - 8 Dec. ICAO Air Services Negotiation Event 2017 Colombo, Sri Lanka
11 - 15 Dec. Second Global Air Navigation Industry Symposium (GANIS/2) and Montréal, ICAO HQ
First Safety and Air Navigation Implementation Symposium (SANIS/1)

* All event dates are subject to change For more information regarding sponsorships
and exhibitions, please contact [email protected]
 / PARAGUAY /

DEVELOPMENTS IN AVIATION
IN PARAGUAY
Over the past few decades, the State of Paraguay has demonstrated economic growth
that has set it apart, both at the regional level and globally. In the field of aviation, the
Government has sought to promote this growth by providing better aviation services
and improving the country’s connectivity.

For many years, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Technical
Cooperation Bureau (TCB) has provided ongoing technical assistance through national
and regional cooperation projects.

Since October 2007, Paraguay’s National Directorate of Civil Aviation (DINAC) has
WALTER AMARO maintained a Management Service Agreement (MSA) with ICAO. Under this MSA, the
He is a Chilean Engineer who technical cooperation project: DINAC/ICAO PAR/08/801 Airport Development was
graduated from the University
of Santiago, Chile. He currently established in August 2009 to assist DINAC in improving its aviation services and the
resides in Paraguay where quality of its safety and security services, thereby meeting the obligations set forth
he works as International in both the Chicago Convention and ICAO’s Standards and Recommended Practices
Coordinator of the DINAC/
PAR/08/801 Project. He has (SARPs). This project also includes support for the enhancement of administrative
served in the Air Force and management and logistical support for airport services, as well as an overhaul of
the Aeronautics Directorate of DINAC’s organizational structure and legal framework.
Chile. In 1993, he was hired as
an ICAO Expert and in 1997,
he was appointed Head of MODERNIZATION OF THE SILVIO PETTIROSSI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Operations for the Americas The PAR/08/801 Airport Development project was launched in August 2009 for an
of TCB. Walter Amaro has also
held professorships at the initial period of four years and four months. Later, in January 2014, it was extended to
Polytechnic Academy of Chile December 2018 in order to include ICAO assistance in the oversight and management
and the University of Santiago. of the DINAC project for the modernization of the Silvio Pettirossi International Airport,
which is being implemented in conjunction with the Ministry of Public Works and
Communications (MOPC). The Ministry serves as the Administration for Contracting.
This project to modernize the Pettirossi Airport is being carried out under the Public-
Private Partnership Law established by the Paraguayan Government.

In line with a request from DINAC, during the reference study conducted by the DINAC/
MOPC technical team in June 2014 at ICAO Headquarters in Montreal, it was decided
to create a local Technical Cooperation Office in Asunción, Paraguay as part of the
PAR/08/801 project. The aim was to enable more direct and continuous participation in
DINAC’s activities in the country’s aviation sector. This office comes under the responsibility
of an International Coordinator designated by ICAO and approved by DINAC.

Among the activities being developed by the Pettirossi International Airport

Modernization Project, numerous international experts contracted by ICAO have
worked with professionals from DIANC as part of the PAR/08/801 project to establish
a Pre-Feasibility Study, a Feasibility Study, and a Master Plan for Pettirossi International
Airport. This working group will also work with professionals from MOPC to draft the
Technical Specifications and Terms of Reference required by the Government of
Paraguay to issue an international call for tenders to implement the modernization
project for the airport.

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INDONESIA

MULTIPLE IMPROVEMENTS
The modernization project includes improvements to the current

“ As a result of the terminal and to the aviation services associated with the airport,
the construction of a new terminal building, and the improvement

follow-up conducted
of all runways and aprons, including the oversight of engineering
projects on the air field. The project also covers the operation and
maintenance of the Pettirossi International Airport over 30 years,

by the ICVM in June as specified in the public-private partnership contract between the
Contracting Administration and a private investor.

2016, Paraguay has The project to modernize the Pettirossi International Airport is now
underway. The call to tender has elicited three bids from international

strengthened its companies, which are currently being evaluated. The process is
expected to be finalized and the contract signed in mid-2017.

capacity for safety MEETING SAFETY OVERSIGHT STANDARDS

Another aspect of the DINAC/ICAO project relates to the corrective

oversight, at 72% actions proposed to rectify various deficiencies identified in the

report of the ICAO Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme

compliance with
(USOAP). As a result of the follow-up conducted by the ICVM in
June 2016, Paraguay has strengthened its capacity for safety
oversight, at 72% compliance with the Safety Oversight Standards.

the Safety Oversight With regard to Aviation Security (AVSEC), following the USAP audit
conducted in June 2016, the country attained 80% compliance.

Standards. ” In addition to these achievements, DINAC is modifying its

organizational structure in order to better reflect its regulatory and
operational responsibilities in Paraguay.

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ARGENTINA AND ICAO:

A LONG HISTORY OF
TECHNICAL COOPERATION

In 1968, Argentina established the Comando de Regiones Aéreas (Military and

Civil Aviation Authority) as an Air Force division responsible for coordinating,
together with Comando de Operaciones Aéreas, the powers set out by Law
21,521: “Management of the Air Traffic Services; the Communications Services;
the National Weather Service; Aircraft and Personnel Register and Certification;
the Promotion of Civil Aviation Activity; the Prevention and Investigation of Civil
Aircraft Accidents on Argentine Land and Sea Territory; representing Argentine
aviation nationally as well as internationally; fostering aeronautical history
studies and the aeronautical industry as a whole, and advancing plans for
AGUSTÍN RODRÍGUEZ GRELLET achieving the above goals in the performance of its duties”.
He co-authored the draft bill
that led to creation of EANA
S.E. In February 2016, he
became the company’s first Beginning in 1978, with the aim of meeting the above-stated goals, Argentina received
President and CEO. He was assistance within the framework of the United Nations Development Programme and
also adviser to the Air Transport ICAO (UNDP/ICAO) through multiple cooperation programmes: ARG/78/017 (1978-
Under-Secretariat and headed
the National Civil Aviation 1981), ARG/81/007 (1981-1986), ARG/87/004 (1987-1990) and ARG/90/002
Administration (ANAC) Legal (through 1991).
Affairs Department, among
other positions in the industry.
However, the critical socio-economic situation Argentina was facing in those days
Thanks to his international called for an extension of the above assistance in order to safeguard the achievements
experience, Agustín has been made in the area of contracting of qualified personnel, local and foreign training,
Alternate Representative of
Argentina to the International acquisition of equipment and documentation (among other items). Consequently, and
Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) based of this need, both parties agreed on the implementation of a new Technical
Council. He is a Full Member Cooperation Project “ARG/92/003”, extended through May 1993. At that point,
of the Ibero-American Institute
of Air, Space and Commercial UNDP assistance ceased and, as a result, ICAO undertook the commitment to assist
Aviation Law (an advisory body Argentina through a Technical Cooperation project.
to the United Nations) as well as
the Worldwide Airport Lawyers
Association (WALA). In 1993, ICAO offered to formalize a Management Service Agreement (MSA) with
Argentina – signed 1 June 1993 – aimed at enhancing Argentina’s capabilities related
to airworthiness certification, airworthiness and air safety oversight, and aeronautical
personnel training and licensing. Expected to run three years, the project was
eventually extended through 2007.

DNA
As part of the project, the National Airworthiness Office (Dirección Nacional de
Aeronavegabilidad, or DNA) contracted a number of aeronautical experts tasked with
management of the National Aircraft Register and airworthiness certification of civilian
aircraft and aircraft repair stations. An integral training programme was initiated
aimed at aeronautical engineers and aviation maintenance inspectors, in addition to
other technical staff involved with airworthiness certification and oversight. Aviation
inspectors from other Latin American countries also took part in this training syllabus.

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“ Recognizing the need The hiring and periodic training of Argentine staff helped ensure a
high degree of employee retention at the DNA, thereby boosting its

to invest in new, basic

flight safety oversight and compliance with international regulations.

In parallel, the RLA/97003 Regional Project, entitled Development

CNS systems, in 2004, of Airworthiness and Safety in Latin America was launched in 1995,
making Argentina its focal point of execution and assisting other

Argentina entered into Latin American nations in:

assessing and adopting the requirements needed to maintain

a new Cooperation
proper and efficient airworthiness bodies;
establishing regulations and proposals for rulemaking in
airworthiness;

Project as a means training aviation professionals and technicians in the

enforcement of airworthiness procedures (Development and

to support the social, Delivery of Airworthiness Training Courses, I & II);

supporting adequate, as well as efficient airworthiness
management; and
economic and cultural strengthening the DNA’s flight safety oversight, supporting its
functions and recommending measures for overcoming any

development of its possible deficiencies.

aviation oversight body

In 2002, the CRA requested further ICAO assistance, which
ultimately materialized in the form of Project ARG/02/801 -
Strengthening of the Air Regions Command. This project was aimed
and the SAM region. ” at contracting Argentine professionals; purchasing new equipment;
providing international as well as national training to CRA staff; and

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“ In March 1997, the federal government

created the Argentine Civil Aviation
Administration (ANAC) as
a decentralized organism under the
aegis of the Federal Planning, Public
Investment and Works Ministry. ”

developing other activities deemed necessary in order to support by the Framework Agreement between ICAO and the CRA – were
the aviation authority in the exercise of its functions. The project grouped together as ARG/04/801. This ensured continued
commenced in 2003, with a planned duration of five years. compliance with the individual goals expressed in each project.
This project was completed in December 2010.
Recognizing the need to invest in new, basic CNS systems, in
2004, Argentina entered into a new Cooperation Project as a ANAC
means to support the social, economic and cultural development In March 1997, the government created the Argentine Civil Aviation
of its aviation oversight body and the SAM region. This project, Administration (ANAC) as a decentralized organism under the aegis
ARG/04/801 - Investments in New Basic CNS Systems, expired on of the Federal Planning, Public Investment and Works Ministry. On
31 December 2010. Financed by the Argentine Republic, its aim 29 November, the government initiated a dedicated programme to
was to support the implementation of communications, navigation hand over aviation oversight to the ANAC.
and surveillance (CNS) services as per the Facilities and Services
Implementation Document (FASID) of the Caribbean & South Subsequently, an agreement on the management of aviation
American (CAR/SAM) Regional Air Navigation Plan. functions, previously signed between the government and
ICAO on August 2007, entered into force under the framework
Its main activities focused on purchases of navigational aids of Government Decree 238/2007. The latter established
and weather equipment, as well as entry into service of the first the foundation of the ANAC with the purpose of “Enhancing
Aeronautical Message Handling System (AMHS) in Latin America. the creation of the new Civil Aviation Administration”
The support provided by ICAO helped ensure that the new (ARG/07/803).
equipment complied with ICAO SARPs and the recommendations
set forth by the CAR/SAM Regional Planning and Implementation The aim of the above project was to assist ANAC in its integration
Group (GREPECAS). of human resources and logistical systems and equipment in order
for the new organization to consolidate and deepen its activities,
In October 2007, three of the projects above, ARG/04/801 (CNS), and ultimately achieve full transfer of the functions previously
ARG/93/901 (Creation of the National Airworthiness Office) and performed by the CRA. The main guidelines included in the project
ARG/02/801 (Strengthening of Air Regions Command) – covered were as follows:

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“ On 29 July 2015,

Argentina enacted
Law 27,161,
establishing Empresa
Argentina
de Navegación
Aérea (EANA),
a Transport Ministry
company tasked with
management of the
air navigation service support ANAC in order to ensure continued operation of its
administrative and financial processes as well as the ongoing

and related activities. ” availability of office space, equipment, communications and

information systems for the entirety of its central and regional
administrations; and the operation of all of its aeronautical systems;
support the management capacity of the aeronautical authority
by making international consultants available to it for as long as
needed. Said consultants would be required to be competent in
air navigation, flight safety, air law and air transport;
provide aeronautical equipment to modernize the Rescue
& Firefighting Service, including the provision of auto-
extinguishers (various capacities), personal protective
equipment and improved facilities in order to meet the
international coordination standard; and
provide radar systems; navigational aids; communications
systems; maintenance systems, air navigation and flight safety
inspections and oversight systems, as required.

In the wake of industrial action in 2011, management of and

operational control over the air navigation services returned to the Air
Force (Government Decree 1840). This situation prompted a request
for continuation of TCB assistance. A new Project (ARG12/801) was
necessary in order to support the transfer of responsibilities for air
traffic and air navigation services from ANAC to the Defense Ministry/
Air Force’s Air Traffic Control Directorate (DGCTA).

This Project was also intended to support the efficient, uninterrupted

provision of air traffic service as well as successful implementation of

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“ Upon completion of Project ARG 16/801,

EANA expects to be operating state-of-the-art
equipment, in full compliance with the facilities,
services and procedure requirements contained
in the Air Navigation Plan for the Caribbean and
South American Regions. ”

the communications, navigation and surveillance systems (CNS) as of airports where the Defense Ministry remained in charge for
per the FASID document of the Caribbean and South American (CAR/ reasons of national security.
SAM) Regional Air Navigation Plan. Once again, the support provided
by ICAO helped ensure that the new equipment complied with ICAO Within this context, and with the aim of securing continued
SARPs and the recommendations established by the CAR/SAM TCB assistance, EANA signed a new Project, ARG16/801 -
Regional Planning and Implementation Group (GREPECAS). Strengthening of the Air Navigation Services and Updating of the
CNS Systems. Funded by the Argentine Government, the project is
intended to provide assistance for the efficient and uninterrupted
provision of air traffic services and for the implementation of
communications, navigation and surveillance (CNS) systems as
per FASID. In addition, it ensures that all procured equipment is

“ Argentina expects compliant with ICAO SARPs and GREPECAS.

to double its air

Upon completion of the project, EANA expects to be operating
state-of-the-art equipment, in full compliance with the facilities,
services and procedures requirements contained in the Air
passenger volumes Navigation Plan for the Caribbean and South American Regions.
Similarly, new service standards will be in place at all its air traffic

in four years. EANA is services, land-based infrastructure, and airways countrywide.

keenly aware of its role

EANA expects to complete the revamp of Argentina’s air navigation
service and the provision of enhanced facilities by the time the
project ends. This also includes increased use of automation in the
in this transformation. ” civil aviation sector. At the same time, company staff will be fully
immersed in a new culture of enhanced, regular training across the
board and the provision of safe as well as efficient service with due
regard for the environment.

EANA EANA expects to attain these goals for the benefit of its national
On 29 July 2015, Argentina enacted Law 27,161, which Congress and international customers. Argentina, particularly the Transport
had passed on 15 July. Law 27,161 established Empresa Argentina Ministry, has set the ambitious objective for itself of seeing air
de Navegación Aérea (EANA), a Transport Ministry company passenger traffic volumes double in four years (2016-2019). EANA is
tasked with management of the air navigation service and related keenly aware that it has a key role to play in this transformation.
activities. Exception was made for services at a small number

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VENEZUELA UNDERTAKES MAJOR

PROJECTS TO OPTIMIZE AIR
NAVIGATION SERVICES FOR 2017

With a view to modernizing Venezuelan civil aviation and to fulfilling the requirements
of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the National Institute of Civil
Aeronautics (INAC) of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, under the jurisdiction of
the Ministry of Popular Power for Transport (MPPT), signed a Service Management
Agreement with ICAO in 2016 for the provision of the technical support and advice
required to complete major projects related to air navigation services.

This alliance leveraged the extensive experience of ICAO’s Technical Cooperation

Bureau (TCB) in international purchasing processes, which call for public tenders,
prompt and precise execution and total transparency in all administrative procedures.

ICAO, the specialized agency for aviation of the United Nations, supports its 191
Member States in the development and implementation of civil aviation projects aimed
at enhancing safety, security and facilitation, capacity and efficiency of air navigation
services, the economic development of air transport and environmental protection.

Between 2005 and 2012, the Government of Venezuela promoted civil aeronautical
policy through the Modernization of Airports and Air Traffic Management Project
(MAGTA). This was a successful endeavor of major proportions that covered 26
projects in areas such as: airspace surveillance, air navigation aids, search and
rescue, aeronautical communications and training.

In 2017, the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela is implementing four new projects,

under a new Service Management Agreement, to optimize the Directorate of Air
Navigation Services, specifically: restoration of MI-172 helicopters for the Search and
Rescue Service (SAR); equipment for the new Control Center at the Simón Bolívar
International Airport in Maiquetía; logistics for the maintenance of the radar systems
purchased during MAGTA and modernization of the radar at Maiquetía. These projects
will be supported by ICAO’s TCB.

RESTORATION OF MI-127 HELICOPTERS FOR THE SEARCH AND RESCUE SERVICE (SAR)
The Government has undertaken a project to repair three Search and Rescue Service
helicopters as soon as possible. These repairs are being performed to guarantee
superior search and rescue services to the Venezuelan people and in accordance
with the provisions established under Venezuelan Aeronautical Regulation No. 279, in
order to meet the national legal requirements in force and to satisfy ICAO Standards
and Recommended Practices (SARPs).

As well, in accordance with the Homeland Plan 2014-2019, the Civil Aviation Authority
is responsible “to maintain the correct operation of air navigation services, through

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“ This alliance leveraged the strengthening of the logistic cycle, as well as 24-hour provision
of SAR services in case of air accidents”, which fall under the
Directorate of Air Navigation Services.
the extensive experience EQUIPMENT FOR THE NEW CONTROL CENTER AT THE SIMÓN

of ICAO’s Technical BOLÍVAR INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT IN MAIQUETÍA

The Control Center at the Simón Bolívar International Airport in

Cooperation Bureau (TCB) Maiquetía, which is committed to excellence and leadership in

maintaining international standards of air transit safety, requires
an appropriate physical space equipped with cutting-edge
in international purchasing technology in order to achieve its mission. The specifications
for this facility include quality, comfort, ergonomics and leading

processes, which call for technology systems in order to facilitate prompt and accurate
decisions to resolve complex issues. The operators must be

public tenders, prompt able to interact easily and solve any situation related to the
Air Navigation Services, taking into consideration that this
Directorate manages all air traffic within the Maiquetía Flight
and precise execution Information Region (FIR Maiquetía).

and total transparency To this end, the project involves purchasing and certifying a new
Area Control Center (ACC) and updating and equipping the national

in all administrative Approach Control Services (APP) in order to maintain service

excellence by using the latest technology to meet the requirements
of the Regional and National Air Navigation Plan.
procedures. ” LOGISTICS FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF RADAR SYSTEMS
PURCHASED DURING MAGTA
As part of the Modernization of Airports and Air Traffic
Management Project (MAGTA), executed by the Government of the
Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela through INAC, with the support

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“ The operators must

be able to interact
easily and solve any
situation related to
the Air Navigation
Services, taking into
consideration that this
Directorate manages
all air traffic within
the Maiquetía Flight
and advice of the ICAO’s TCB, five S-band primary surveillance
radar systems, two L-band primary surveillance radar systems and
Information Region
ten secondary surveillance radar systems (MSSR) were purchased
in order to expand the installed capacity and strengthen the safety (FIR Maiquetía). ”
and reliability of Air Navigation Services. These radar systems were
installed starting in 2007.

The purchase of this logistic support is aimed at checking, surveillance radar system, with 80 nautical miles range, as well
correcting and repairing failures on these radar systems when they as a monopulse secondary mode-S radar is planned. This will
might occur. This will greatly reduce the response time and allow allow Venezuela to continue meeting international standards and
for optimal operation of the systems. In this way, the provisions of ICAO SARPs with regard to automatic identification of aircraft.
RAVs will be fulfilled. Additionally, this mode-S radar allows tracking of each aircraft
separately and its new 25 feet altitude resolution – against the
MODERNIZATION OF RADAR AT THE SIMÓN BOLÍVAR former 100 feet – represents a major benefit to air transit services.
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT IN MAIQUETÍA
In 2005, through the modernization project called “Maiquetía Air surveillance systems have become a fundamental tool for
2000” executed by the Institute of Maiquetía International Airport aviation safety and for air services providers, since they offer air
(IAIM), a fully solid-state S-band primary surveillance radar system traffic controllers a real-time panoramic overview of the situation
with 80 nautical mile range along with a Model ASR 10 SS, and in the air. This allows ATCs to make appropriate decisions to
a monopulse secondary mode-S radar, with a theoretical 250 guarantee adequate separation between aircraft that operate
nautical mile range was acquired to replace the former radar within the same air space.
system. This new system was installed between 2006 and 2007
and began operation in 2007. With the prompt execution of the aforementioned projects, the
Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela is continuing to progress in the
To continue the updating process of Venezuelan civil aviation field of civil aviation and maintain the international standards set
systems, purchase of a new fully solid-state S-band primary forth by ICAO.

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