Achieving Effective Safety Management Implementation
It is often mentioned that air traffic is expected to double in the next 15 years. That growth, combined with rapid technological changes, the increasing complexity of the aviation system and innovative approaches proposed by the aviation…
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Artificial intelligence: Reducing the cognitive flaws encountered by human X-ray screeners
Security screening plays a critical role in securing airports, relying heavily on human perception, judgment, attention, and decision-making. The screening task can be draining and monotonous because it is both repetitive and constrained by…
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Things to know before buying an unmanned aircraft
The operation of unmanned aircraft systems or “drones” can pose a serious threat to manned flights and people and property on the ground, especially when they aren’t operated safely and responsibly, or in accordance with State rules and…
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An environment update – fresh from the oven
In addition to celebrating of the United Nations’ World Environment Day on June 5th, the entire last week was dedicated to environmental discussions and deliberations in the 12 June 2019 session of the ICAO Council.
A message from…
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Air Transport Monthly Monitor: May 2019
The air transport industry is not only a vital engine of global socio-economic growth, but it is also of vital importance as a catalyst for economic development. Not only does the industry create direct and indirect employment and support…
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CORSIA TAB Update
ICAO is inviting emissions unit programmes to apply for assessment against the CORSIA criteria by the ICAO Council’s Technical Advisory Body (TAB).
In order to apply, emissions unit programmes should download and complete the application…
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The Edward Warner Award: Commemorating Greatness
American aviation pioneer Dr. Edward Pearson Warner (1894‑1958) was an educator in aeronautical engineering, an author, scientist and a Statesman.…
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ICAO and IATA launch new guidance supporting the prevention and management of unruly and disruptive…
The Secretary General of ICAO, Dr. Fang Liu, and the Director General and CEO of IATA, Mr. Alexandre de Juniac, have officially launched new ICAO legal guidance on the management of unruly and disruptive passengers.
The new ICAO Manual…
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Meteorology: Forecasting and warning to improve flight safety and efficiency
Meteorological threats to the safety of flight have been a primary concern to ICAO since the earliest days of our work, and as such, we have maintained cooperation with the World Meteorological Organization throughout our history. This…
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Celebrating UN Russian Language Day
On 6 June, ICAO observes UN Russian Language Day. The use of Russian at ICAO dates back to 15 October 1970, when the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR) deposited its instrument of adherence to the Convention on International Civil…
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