Two airports get GCAA licence

The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) announced yesterday the issuance of aerodrome licence to Al Ain International Airport and Al Bateen Airport.

The GCAA developed and implemented comprehensive aerodrome licence programmes earlier this year to further enhance safety and operational standards across the UAE's international airports.

"We are pleased to announce that the Al Ain International Airport and Al Bateen International Airport have been issued with aerodrome licences. Through the course of the programme, the Abu Dhabi Airports Company complied with regulations and expressed total dedication in raising the performance of its aviation operation facilities, equipment, training systems, procedures and manuals," said Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director-General of GCAA.

The success of local airlines and the strong influx of investment and tourism from around the world have caused the UAE's airports to grow from airfields to top quality aviation hubs.

This growth has created a need for aviation professionals across the UAE to update their aviation systems and enhance their safety programmes.

With seven civil international airports operating in the UAE, and more in the pipeline, the GCAA has been at the forefront of regional aviation development through constant auditing, training and monitoring of the country's aerodrome operators.

"The airports have established themselves as world class aviation services providers," said Al Suwaidi. "To continue delivering top quality services it is crucial to constantly enhance safety programmes and challenge existing quality standards with new procedures and technology."

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