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When it comes to aviation safety, no country can be left behind
The initiative began in 2014 during the first ICAO Council off-site strategy session. They had a goal to establish ways ICAO could better communicate with and assist its Member States. At the time, there were a lot of discrepancies with how…
How do radio navigation aids help us ensure safer skies?
Radio navigation aids provide pilots with vital information about their aircraft’s position, course and altitude. They offer precise and accurate guidance to pilots, enabling more efficient airspace management and helping to optimize air…
No Country Left Behind: ICAO’s capacity building event in Grenada
We’re often recognized at ICAO for our No Country Left Behind (NCLB) initiative and efforts to assist all States, regardless of size or capacity, in implementing ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs). SARPs are the technical…
This is how we bolster aviation security in the face of cybersecurity threats
As attackers change their techniques to infiltrate systems and networks, cyber-attacks against critical infrastructure continue to bring risk to the air transport network. Aviation presents unique challenges due to the interconnected…
Ten things to know before flying your new drone
The operation of unmanned aircraft systems, commonly referred to as “drones” can pose a serious threat to other aircraft and people and property on the ground, especially when not operated safely and responsibly. In light of their growing…
Celebrating 70 years of the ICAO Middle East Regional Office and deepening cooperation with Egypt
As ICAO prepares to commemorate next year’s 80th anniversary of the Convention on International Civil Aviation, we are recognizing that there are many milestones we are proud to celebrate. At the invitation of the Egyptian Ministry of Civil…