Aviation organisations Flashcards
What does ICAO stand for?
International Civil Aviation Organisation
What does EASA stand for?
European Aviation Safety Agency
Why was EASA set up?
(EASA) was set up to promote the highest common standards of safety and environmental protection in civil aviation.
What does ECAC stand for?
European Civil Aviation Conference
How many states are in the European Civil Aviation Conference?
Currently consists of 44 members states comprising almost all European States.
What is Eurocontrol?
Eurocontrol is the European Organisation for the safety of Air Navigation
When was Eurocontrol created and by how many founding members?
Created in 1960 by six founding members.
How many member states does Eurocontrol currently have?
38 member states
What is Eurocontrol’s objective?
The development of a uniform pan-European air traffic management (ATM) system.
What does SESAR stand for?
Single European Sky ATM Research
What is the primary objective of the network manager (Eurocontrol)?
To improve the performance of the European network
What does IATA stand for?
International Air Transport Association
What will happen as EASA develops?
- As EASA develops it will change some of the existing CAA process and procedures.
What is ECAC’s mission?
ECAC’s mission is the promotion of continued development of a safe, efficient and sustainable European air transport system.
What does SJU stand for?
SESAR Joint Undertaking.