Safety and Licensing - King Abdulaziz International Airport

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The General Authority of Civil Aviation, a national institution of Saudi Arabia was established in 1354 H corresponding to 1934 and is responsible for the airspace of the Kingdom in order and coordination between commercial aircraft and got the first civilian aircraft in the year 1364 H corresponding to 1945 and was a DC 3 Dakota and was added to it later Two aircraft of the same model and the first civil aviation system was issued in 1372 H corresponding to 1953, and in 1397 H corresponding to 1977 the name of the Civil Aviation Authority was amended to the General Authority of Civil Aviation. In 2018, the airline recorded the highest number of passengers and flights in the Kingdom's history, with 99.86 million passengers traveling through 771,828 flights from the Kingdom's international and domestic airports. [1] [2] About the Commission Is the authority responsible for civil aviation in the Kingdom, was established in 1948 under the name (Civil Aviation Authority) to include both Saudi Airlines and Civil Aviation Administration. In 1959, Saudi Airlines was separated from civil aviation to become the new name (Directorate of Civil Aviation) The name (Directorate of Civil Aviation) was changed to (Presidency of Civil Aviation). In accordance with Cabinet Resolution No. (13) issued on 17/1/1425 (2004), the Presidency of Civil Aviation has been transformed into a public body with legal personality and financial and administrative independence to operate on commercial bases and standards, and to become its new name (General Authority of Civil Aviation). Vision To achieve a safe environment in accordance with the most accurate international safety standards, and to build a modern airport system with modern and advanced services. [3] the message The development of air transport in accordance with the latest international standards, strengthening the Kingdom's position globally as an influential player in the international civil aviation industry, achieving economic growth and sustainability, and implementing air transport safety regulations, Functions of the Authority The activities and functions of the General Authority for Civil Aviation are divided into three main sections [4]: Regulatory tasks: The issuance and application of international and domestic regulations governing the civil aviation and air transport industry in the Kingdom, including the issuance of licenses for all categories and forms of air transport activity and supporting services, issuance of civil aviation permits for aircraft crews, maintenance stations, institutions and companies working in this field. Aviation agreements, bilateral air agreements between the Kingdom and other countries, and the development of policies and controls for airport security, air transport safety, operating and maintenance standards, and laying the foundations for the development of revenues of Saudi airports. Accompanied by the preservation of these investments and the promotion of investment opportunities. Operational tasks: The establishment, management, operation, maintenance and development of civil airports, support of basic equipment, and supervision of airport personnel. Service functions: These include the establishment, management, operation and maintenance of air navigation systems and their development, regulation of air traffic, granting of transit and landing permits, monitoring, inspection and auditing in the field of its specialties on the operations, airlines and national and international air transport in the Kingdom. Objectives of the Commission Developing the financial resources of the Authority and working on commercial bases to achieve financial independence. Encourage investment opportunities in the air transport sector. Providing the finest services to the guests of Al Rahman and travelers according to the latest international standards. Building, developing, managing and operating the basic equipment of the air transport sector according to the latest technologies and systems. Develop and develop procedures for the safety and security of the air transport sector. Develop air transport operations and maintenance procedures according to international standards. Achieve optimal investment of human resources and ensure highest levels of job satisfaction in a distinct work environment. Strengthen regional and international cooperation and ensure effective participation of the Kingdom in decision-making processes in the air transport industry. Protection of the environment from the negative effects of air transport activities. Organizing and developing the air transport sector according to the latest international practices. Develop strategic business units and activities and transform them into independent and viable business entities. [3] Sectors of the Authority justice The General Authority of Civil Aviation has ten main sectors: Safety, security and air transport. Common Services. Air navigation. Strategic planning and development. financial affairs. Projects. Airports. Institutional Communication and Marketing. Development and follow-up. Saudi Academy of Civil Aviation.