Airport Administration Federal Aviation Certification · Section 1.4.4 states: “As part of the certification process, States shall ensure that an aerodrome manual which will include

Presented to: ICAO/ FAA Aerodrome Certification Inspectors Workshop for the Caribbean Region

By: Laurie Dragonas, FAA Lead Certification Safety Inspector

Date: June 2012

Federal Aviation Administration Airport

Certification

Writing an Aerodrome Certification Manual

Federal Aviation Administration SL-2 Aerodrome Manual

OBJECTIVE

With references, identify the content required for the ICAO Aerodrome Manual IAW the student handouts.

References that will be used

•Annex 14

•Document 9774


ICAO ANNEX 14 - SECTION 1.4, CERTIFICATION OF AERODROMES

ICAO Annex 14 requires States to certify airports with international operations and recommends the same for any public use airport (ref. sec. 1.4.1 & 1.4.2).


ICAO ANNEX 14 - SECTION 1.4, CERTIFICATION OF AERODROMES

Section 1.4.4 states: “As part of the certification process, States shall ensure that an aerodrome manual which will include all pertinent information on the aerodrome site, facilities, services, equipment, operating procedures, organization and management including a safety management system, is submitted by the applicant for approval / acceptance prior to granting the aerodrome certificate.”


ICAO DOC 9774 - MANUAL ON CERTIFICATION OF AERODROMES Definition of Aerodrome Manual

“The manual that forms part of the application for an aerodrome certificate pursuant to these regulations, including any amendments thereto accepted / approved by the CAA.” (ref. sec. 3A.2)


ICAO DOC 9774 - MANUAL ON CERTIFICATION OF AERODROMES Aerodrome Manual Preparation (ref. sec. 3C.1)

Typewritten or printed & signed by Aerodrome Operator (AO) Formatted for ease of revision System for recording & logging revisions / amendments Organized to facilitate preparation, review & acceptance / approval process


ICAO DOC 9774 - MANUAL ON CERTIFICATION OF AERODROMES Aerodrome Manual Location (ref. sec. 3C.2)

•AO must provide CAA complete and current copy •AO must keep at least one complete and current copy at Aerodrome and one at place of business if offsite •AO’s manual must be available for CAA inspection


ICAO DOC 9774 - MANUAL ON CERTIFICATION OF AERODROMES Aerodrome Manual

Amendment (ref. sec. 3C.4, 5, 6) •AO must alter or amend when required to maintain accuracy (“realistic living doc”) •CAA may issue written directive to AO requiring alteration or amendment •AO’s must notify changes as soon as practicable and allow for CAA acceptance / approval


RESPONSE ITEM Which of the following sections of Annex 14 references the requirement for States to ensure a comprehensive Aerodrome Manual?

A. Section 1.4.3

B. Section 1.4.4

C. Section 1.4.5


AERODROME MANUAL Writing Tips A. WHO is responsible for duties or task B. WHAT is the information, task or procedure C. WHEN or in what circumstance is the operating procedure

to be activated D. WHERE is the procedure to be performed E. HOW is the task or procedure to be performed (e.g. number

of qualified personnel required, equipment, tools, etc.) F. Refer to Annex 14 / regs. for “boilerplate” insert


ICAO DOC 9774 – APPENDIX 1, AERODROME MANUAL CONTENTS

PART 1: General Information A. Purpose & Scope B. Cite legal requirement for manual & certificate from

national regulation C. Statement for condition of use based on equal terms and

conditions for all D. Available AIS & circulation procedures E. System for recording aircraft movement F. Responsibility and name of the AO


ICAO DOC 9774 – APPENDIX 1, AERODROME MANUAL CONTENTS PART 2: Aerodrome Site Aerodrome plan showing:

A. Facility Layout B. Boundaries C. Distance to nearest populous area and location of

aerodrome facilities equipment outside the boundaries

D. Title Information


ICAO DOC 9774 – APPENDIX 1, AERODROME MANUAL CONTENTS PART 3: Aeronautical Information Service

(AIS) Data: General Information A. Aerodrome Name B. Aerodrome Location C. Geographic Coordinates D. Aerodrome Elevation E. Runway Elevation – End, Threshold, Significant High /

Low Points & Highest Point of TDZ on PIR F. Aerodrome Reference Temperature


ICAO DOC 9774 – APPENDIX 1, AERODROME MANUAL CONTENTS PART 3: AIS Data (cont’d) G. Aerodrome Beacon Details H. AO Name, Address & 24/7 Contact Info.


ICAO DOC 9774 – APPENDIX 1, AERODROME MANUAL CONTENTS PART 3: Dimensions & Related Data A. Runways – Bearing, Designation, Dimensions,

Displacement, Surface, Type & OFZ for PIR B. Dimensions and Surface of Runway Strip, End Safety

Areas & Stopways C. Dimensions and Surface of Taxiways D. Apron Surface & Aircraft Stands E. Clearway Length & Ground Profile


ICAO DOC 9774 – APPENDIX 1, AERODROME MANUAL CONTENTS PART 3: Dimensions & Related Data cont’d

F. Visual Aids, Lighting, Edge, Centerline, Stop Bars, Visual Docking Guidance & Availability of Standby Power

G. Frequency / Location VOR Checkpoint H. Location / Designation of Standard Taxi Routes I. Geo-Coordinates of each threshold J. Geo-Coordinates of applicable taxiway centre line points K. Geo-Coordinates of each aircraft stand L. Obstruction Chart M. Pavement surface type and bearing strength


ICAO DOC 9774 – APPENDIX 1, AERODROME MANUAL CONTENTS PART 3: Dimensions & Related Data cont’d

N. One or more pre-flight altimeter check locations & elevations

O. Declared Distances P. Disabled aircraft removal plan (contact #s & local

capabilities) Q. Rescue & Firefighting (RFF) Category & normally

available amounts of ext. agent

Note- the accuracy of information in Part 3 is critical to aircraft safety.


RESPONSE ITEM Which of the following would be included in the Aerodrome Manual under Part 3: AIS Data? A. Runway Dimensions

B. Obstruction Chart

C. Both A & B



PART 4: Aerodrome Operating Procedures & Safety Measures

4.1 Aerodrome Reporting

a) Reporting changes to the CAA b) Names and roles of persons responsible for notifying

the changes c) Address and telephone numbers place where

changes are to be reported to the CAA




4.2 Movement Area Access -Procedures to prevent unlawful interference & unauthorized access

a) Roles, responsibilities & contact info. of the aerodrome operator, aircraft operator, FBO, aerodrome security, CAA, etc.

b) Names of persons responsible for controlling access


ICAO DOC 9774 – APPENDIX 1, AERODROME MANUAL CONTENTS PART 4: Aerodrome Operating Procedures & Safety

Measures 4.3 Aerodrome Emergency Plan

Procedures (during / post) for emergencies in vicinity of aerodrome for:

a) Aircraft (on / off airfield) b) Structures c) Sabotage



Measures 4.3 Aerodrome Emergency Plan

d) Bomb Threat (Aircraft / Structure) e) Unlawful Seizure f) Other incidents (e.g. fuel spills, loading bridge, fuel

storage, dangerous goods, natural disasters, etc.) Note: Review ICAO Doc 9137, Part 7



Measures 4.4 Rescue & Fire-Fighting (RFF)

Details of the facilities, equipment and personnel Procedures for meeting RFF services at the Aerodrome



Measures 4.5 Inspecting Movement Areas & Obstacle Limitation Surfaces

a) Arrangements for carrying out inspections; including runway friction and water-depth measurements.

b) ATC arrangements and means of communication c) Inspection logbook & official location of logbook


ICAO DOC 9774 – APPENDIX 1, AERODROME MANUAL CONTENTS PART 4: Aerodrome Operating Procedures & Safety Measures 4.5 Inspecting Movement Areas & Obstacle Limitation Surfaces

d) Details of inspection intervals and time e) Inspection checklist w/ itemized elements f) Procedures for reporting results and for timely follow-up

actions to ensure correction of unsafe conditions g) Responsible persons and 24/7 contact info.



Measures 4.6 Inspecting Visual Aids & Aerodrome Electrical Systems

a) Arrangements for carrying out inspections during and outside normal operating hours

b) Arrangements for recording the results of inspections and taking follow-up action to correct deficiencies

c) Arrangements for routine and emergency maintenance d) Secondary power supplies and methods of dealing with

system failure e) Name of persons responsible


QUESTION? When writing your Aerodrome Manual, what five questions should you carefully consider?

ANSWER: 1. WHO? 2. WHAT? 3. WHEN? 4. WHERE? 5. HOW?



Measures 4.7 Movement Area Maintenance

Details of the facilities and procedures for maintenance of the movement area, including:

a) Paved areas b) Unpaved areas c) Runway & Taxiway Strips d) Aerodrome Drainage



Measures 4.8 Aerodrome Works - Safety

Details of the procedures for planning and carrying out construction and maintenance work safely a) ATC arrangements and means of communication b) Responsible persons / organizations & 24/7 contact

information c) Notification list with 24/7 contact info. of those to be

notified of the work (e.g. FBO, Aircraft Operators, etc.) d) Distribution list for work plans, if required.



Measures 4.9 Apron Management

a) Arrangements between ATC and the apron management unit

b) Arrangements for allocating aircraft parking positions c) Arrangements for initiating engine start and ensuring

clearance of aircraft push-back d) Marshaling service e) Leader (follow-me van) service


ICAO DOC 9774 – APPENDIX 1, AERODROME MANUAL CONTENTS PART 4: Aerodrome Operating Procedures &

Safety Measures 4.10 Apron Safety Management

Procedures to ensure apron safety: a) Protection from jet blasts b) Safety precautions during aircraft refueling c) Apron sweeping d) Apron cleaning e) Reporting of incidents and accidents f) Arrangements for auditing the safety

compliance of apron personnel



Measures 4.11 Airside Vehicle Control

Procedures for the control of surface vehicles operating on or in the vicinity of the movement area a) Details of the applicable traffic rules (e.g. speed limit,

enforcement / consequences) b) Method of issuing driving permits



Measures 4.12 Wildlife Hazard Management

a) Arrangements for assessing wildlife hazards b) Details for implementing wildlife control programs c) Responsible persons and 24/7 contact information



Measures 4.13 Obstacle Control

a) Procedures for monitoring obstacle limitation surfaces b) Controlling obstacles within the authority of the

operator c) Procedures for monitoring the height of buildings, etc. d) Procedures to control new developments e) Procedures to notify CAA of obstacles and any

subsequent addition or removal




4.14 Removal of Disabled Aircraft a) Explain the roles of the AO and the holder of the

aircraft certificate of registration b) Arrangements for notifying the holder of the certificate

of registration c) Coordination with ATC d) Details on obtaining equipment and personnel to

remove the disabled aircraft e) Responsible persons and 24/7 contact information



Measures 4.15 Handling Hazardous Materials

a) Arrangements for special areas to be set up for the storage of hazardous materials

b) Methods to be followed for the safe delivery, storage, dispensing and handling of hazardous materials.



Measures 4.16 Low-Visibility Operations

Procedures to be used during low-visibility operations, including the measurement and reporting of runway visual range, and the names of responsible persons and 24/7 contact information



Measures 4.17 Protection of Radar & NAVAIDS

a) Arrangements for the control of activities in the vicinity of RADAR & NAVAIDS

b) Procedures for coordinating ground maintenance in the vicinity of these installations

c) Details on the supply and installation of signs warning of hazardous microwaves


ICAO DOC 9774 – APPENDIX 1, AERODROME MANUAL CONTENTS PART 5: Aerodrome Administration &

Safety Management System Aerodrome Administration

a) Organization Chart – showing information on key personnel

b) Contact information for key person responsible for overall safety

c) Airport Committee


ICAO DOC 9774 – APPENDIX 1, AERODROME MANUAL CONTENTS PART 5: Aerodrome Administration & Safety

Management System Safety Management System (SMS)

Tasked with ensuring compliance with all safety requirements and achieving continuous improvement in safety performance.

• Four foundational pillars: Safety Policy, Safety Risk Management, Safety Assurance & Safety Promotion



Management System Safety Management System (SMS)

a) Safety policy b) Structure or organization of the SMS c) SMS strategy and planning d) SMS implementation e) System for the implementation of critical safety areas

which require higher level of management f) Safety promotion & accident prevention



Management System Safety Management System (SMS) g) Internal safety audit and review h) Documenting all safety related facilities, operational and

maintenance records i) Training and competency j) Enforcement of safety related clauses in construction

contracts


RESPONSE ITEM Which “Part” of the Aerodrome Manual addresses operating procedures & safety measures?

A. Part 4

B. Part 3

C. Part 2


QUESTIONS

Documents

Airport Administration Federal Aviation Certification · Section 1.4.4 states: “As part of the certification process, States shall ensure that an aerodrome manual which will include