Developed in partnership with the Airports Council International (ACI), this Implementation Package (iPack) is a self-contained product that will assist Civil Aviation Authorities (CAAs) and airport operators in the development, implementation, and oversight of an aerodrome certification program. It includes relevant documentation, tools, and an online course to facilitate each recipient’s aerodrome certification goals. A dedicated subject matter expert will also work with the CAA and/or airport operator(s), providing guidance in their implementation efforts to achieve the objectives of the iPack.

In addition, as part of this iPack, an airport operator will receive a peer review of its facilities under the auspices of the Airports Council International’s (ACI) APEX Programme.  Based on ICAO standards, national regulations, and ACI best practices, the APEX Programme combines the mandate for regulatory compliance with day-to-day operational needs to maximize operational efficiency and safety and/or security standards.  Moreover, APEX Reviews are tailored to the individual needs of airports and APEX Reports propose effective and targeted solutions.  
 

GOAL

The goal of this iPack is to aid State Civil Aviation Authorities and airport operators in addressing the technical challenges related to the development and implementation of an aerodrome certification program. It not only includes the guidance needed to comply with international certification standards, but also the tools required to build robust regulatory, certification, and oversight processes as appropriate. As with all iPacks, this Aerodrome Certification iPack combines standardized guidance materials, training, and consultative support from subject matter experts.

OBJECTIVES

Following the successful deployment this iPack, aerodrome operators and/or CAAs will be better equipped to:

1. develop, implement, and/or approve as appropriate the procedures needed to monitor and properly maintain the aerodrome’s physical environment, visual aids, and other infrastructure;
2. develop, implement, and/or approve as appropriate aerodrome operational procedures and the safety management system;
3. develop, implement, and/or certify as appropriate the aerodrome manual and other relevant documentation; and
4. develop, implement, and/or approve as appropriate the monitoring processes necessary to ensure compliance with the regulatory requirements for the issuance of the certificate.
    

TARGET AUDIENCE

The target audience for this iPack includes Civil Aviation Authorities (CAAs), specifically those personnel involved in developing aerodrome certification regulations and conducting aerodrome certification and oversight activities. It also addresses the needs of airport operators by familiarizing their technical staff with ICAO standards, and providing the tools necessary to develop and implement an effective aerodrome certification programme. 
 

COMPONENTS

Expertise:

• A dedicated SME on aerodrome certification for a duration of 15 workdays over a period of three months from the start of the Aerodrome Certification Course delivery.

• Aerodrome operators who receive an APEX peer review will also benefit from the services of an ACI-recognized aerodrome certification expert.

Training:

• Aerodrome Certification Course in a remotely delivered or standard face-to-face classroom format - 12 participants for a duration of 40 hours (5 working days).

Tools:

• Checklist of the Components of an Aerodrome Manual
• ACI Aerodrome Certification Guide
• ACI Best Industry Practice SMS Gap Analysis Tool

Documents:

• Doc 9981 — Aerodromes
• Doc 10066 — Aeronautical Information Management
• Doc 9137 — Airport Services Manual, Part 1 — Rescue and Fire Fighting
• Doc 9137 — Airport Services Manual, Part 2 — Pavement Surface Conditions
• Doc 9137 — Airport Services Manual, Part 3 — Wildlife Control and Reduction
• Doc 9137 — Airport Services Manual, Part 5 — Removal of Disabled Aircraft
• Doc 9137 — Airport Services Manual, Part 6 — Control of Obstacles
• Doc 9137 — Airport Services Manual, Part 7 — Airport Emergency Planning
• Doc 9137 — Airport Services Manual, Part 8 — Airport Operational Services
• Doc 9137 — Airport Services Manual, Part 9 — Airport Maintenance Practices
• Doc 9157 — Aerodrome Design Manual, Part 1 — Runways
• Doc 9157 — Aerodrome Design Manual, Part 2 — Taxiways, Aprons and Holding Bays
• Doc 9157 — Aerodrome Design Manual, Part 3 — Pavements
• Doc 9157 — Aerodrome Design Manual, Part 4 — Visual Aids
• Doc 9157 — Aerodrome Design Manual, Part 5 — Electrical Systems
• Doc 9157 — Aerodrome Design Manual, Part 6 — Frangibility
• Doc 9184 — Airport Planning Manual, Part 1 — Master Planning
• Doc 9184 — Airport Planning Manual, Part 2 — Land Use and Environmental Management
• Doc 9774 — Manual on Certification of Aerodromes
• Doc 9859 — Safety Management Manual (SMM)
• Doc 9734 — Safety Oversight Manual, Part A
• Doc 9735 — USAOP Continuous Monitoring Manual
• Doc 9332 — Manual on the ICAO Bird Strike Information System (IBIS)
• Doc 9830 — Advanced Surface Movement Guidance and Control Systems (A-SMGCS) Manual
• Doc 10064 — Aeroplane Performance Manual
• Cir 301 — New Larger Aeroplanes — Infringement of the Obstacle Free Zone: Operational Measures and Aeronautical Study
• Cir 355 — Assessment, Measurement and Reporting of Runway Surface Conditions
• 2008 - 2015 Wildlife Strike Analyses (IBIS) (EB 2017/25)
• Annex 14 — Aerodromes, Volume I — Aerodrome Design and Operations
• Annex 19 — Safety Management
• ACI - Apron Safety Handbook
• ACI - Managing Operations During Construction Handbook
• ACI - Managing Rescue and Firefighting Services at Airports
• ACI - Runway Safety Handbook
• ACI - Safety Management Systems Handbook

Format:

• This iPack is intended for remote deployment, but in-person options are also available. The APEX peer review is conducted either remotely, or at the host airport. Course material and SME services are provided in English.

Cost:

• (Virtual iPack): $58,400
  Please contact us to discuss the cost of on-site aerodrome certification iPack.
   

Note

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