emirates7 - The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has officially released its Civil Aviation Regulation (CAR) on Aerodrome Crisis Management (ACM), a specialized framework designed to revolutionize how aerodromes prepare for, respond to, and recover from crises, emergencies, and operational disruptions.
Created in close collaboration with UAE airports and informed by international best practices, the regulation introduces a comprehensive, integrated, and proactive approach to managing aerodrome crises.
This marks a strategic departure from traditional reactive, segmented models, promoting instead a coordinated, performance-focused system that enhances safety, ensures business continuity, and drives operational excellence across the aviation sector.
Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director-General of the GCAA, stated, “This regulation demonstrates the UAE’s commitment to proactive aviation leadership. Our aerodromes will not only be better equipped to handle crises but will also emerge stronger and more cohesive.”
The regulation sets a global benchmark for addressing complex, evolving challenges such as pandemics and natural disasters. It requires thorough crisis planning, inter-agency collaboration, ongoing training, and the incorporation of risk-based decision-making into everyday operations.
Eng. Aqeel Al Zarouni, Assistant Director-General for Aviation Safety Affairs, emphasized that the regulation was developed with extensive input from airport operators and aviation stakeholders, ensuring a practical and scalable framework. He added, “This forward-looking initiative positions UAE aerodromes at the forefront of global resilience standards.”
This strategic development further reinforces the UAE’s reputation as a safe, resilient, and innovative aviation hub, offering a model for regulators and operators worldwide.
Created in close collaboration with UAE airports and informed by international best practices, the regulation introduces a comprehensive, integrated, and proactive approach to managing aerodrome crises.
This marks a strategic departure from traditional reactive, segmented models, promoting instead a coordinated, performance-focused system that enhances safety, ensures business continuity, and drives operational excellence across the aviation sector.
Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director-General of the GCAA, stated, “This regulation demonstrates the UAE’s commitment to proactive aviation leadership. Our aerodromes will not only be better equipped to handle crises but will also emerge stronger and more cohesive.”
The regulation sets a global benchmark for addressing complex, evolving challenges such as pandemics and natural disasters. It requires thorough crisis planning, inter-agency collaboration, ongoing training, and the incorporation of risk-based decision-making into everyday operations.
Eng. Aqeel Al Zarouni, Assistant Director-General for Aviation Safety Affairs, emphasized that the regulation was developed with extensive input from airport operators and aviation stakeholders, ensuring a practical and scalable framework. He added, “This forward-looking initiative positions UAE aerodromes at the forefront of global resilience standards.”
This strategic development further reinforces the UAE’s reputation as a safe, resilient, and innovative aviation hub, offering a model for regulators and operators worldwide.