1. PURPOS=
E:
This advisory circular primarily se=
ts
forth guidelines to: Certification and Operations of International and National Land Aerodromes and to assist aero=
drome
operators in developing an Aerodrome Certification Manual (ACM) in complian=
ce
with the requirements of Egyptian Civil Aviation Regulation (ECAR) Part 139=
and
its related standards as amended. This circular also provides guidance on
submission presented in a way that should be meaningful to the operator of =
both
the small as well as the more complex airport.
2. APPLICABILITY:
(a) ECAR Part 139 prescribes rules governing the certification and
operation of Internation=
al
and National land aerodromes intended to be either wholly or in part used for the arrival, depar=
ture
and surface movement of aircraft operations. Other Egyptian advisory circul=
ars
are listed below, as reference material under the individual areas to which
they apply.
(b) &nb=
sp; The
flow chart at the end of Section 2 (Attachment 2) provides an overview of t=
he
certification process. This chart is designed to be unfolded and referred to
while reading the narrative description of the five phases of the certifica=
tion
process. Such simultaneous reference will assist the inspector in understan=
ding
the process. This flow chart should also be referred to at various stages
during the certification project. The chart is particularly useful in
determining whether the "Schedule of Events" is reasonable in ter=
ms
of sequence, timeliness, and inspector resource availability. It also provi=
des
a perspective on how a particular event affects other events and is an
important reference for planning various activities during the certification
project.
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3. RELATED
(a)Egyptian Civil Aviation Regulati=
on Part
139, Certification and Operations of
International and
(b) Airport Certification
Program Handbook, ECAA Doc. No. 2002-1.
3.2 Advisory Circulars and
Variables:
(a) EAC 139-3: Airport Emergency Plan.
(b)EAC 13=
9-5:
Safety Management System.
(c)EAC 13=
9-9:
Runways.
(d)EAC 13=
9-10:
Taxiways, Aprons and
(e)EAC 13=
9-11:
Pavements.
(f)EAC 13=
9-12:
Visual Aids.
(g)EAC 13=
9-15:
Master Planning.
(h)EAC 13=
9-16:
Land Use and Environmental Control.
(i)EAC 13=
9-18:
Rescue and Fire Fighting.
(j)EAC
139-19: Pavement Surface Conditions.
(k)EAC 13=
9-20:
Bird Control and Reductions.
(l)EAC 13=
9-22:
Removal of Disabled Aircraft.
(m)EAC 13=
9-23:
Control of Obstacles.
(n)EAC 13=
9-24:
Airport Emergency Planning.
(o)EAC 13=
9-25:
Airport Operational Services.
(p)EAC 13=
9-26:
Airport Maintenance Practices.
(q)EAC 13=
9-31:
Manual on Certification of Aerodromes.
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4. HOW TO ORDER: =
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Copies
of these documents can be purchased from ECAA, MoCA. =
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1. INTRODUCTION:
1.1 The aerodrome certifica=
tion
procedures should ensure full compliance with and have as a control the
aerodrome certification regulations promulgated by the ECAA. The procedures=
in
this EAC are in conformity with the Egyptian Civil Aviation law 28, 1981 as
amended and Egyptian Civil Aviation Regulations of Part 139
1.2 Adherence to Egyptian C=
ivil
Aviation Regulations and standard procedures will ensure that aerodr=
ome
certificates are issued, refused, transferred or surrendered in a consistent
manner. The use of a common legal format will also facilitate effective and
consistent compliance with and enforcement of the regulations.
1.3 The
procedures in this EAC refer to the controlling regulations in Part 139 and
ECAA related procedure manual as amended (Doc. N=
o. 2002-1), and the typical
ECAA staff requirement for implementing each procedure is indicated.
2. THE CERTIFICATION PROCE=
SS:
The aerodrome certifica=
tion
process is a series of steps outlined in five phases:
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Phase One |
Reapplications Expression of Interes=
t: Dealing with the
Expression of Interest by an intending applicant for the aerodrome
certificate; |
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Phase Two=
|
Formal Application: Submitting and assessing the formal application including initial
evaluation of the Aerodrome Certification Manual &nbs=
p; (ACM ); and ECAR Part 139 and Policy and Procedure Ma=
nual
(PPM) of airport - initial Statement of Compliance (SOC); |
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Phase Thr=
ee |
Documents Compliance: (in the office): Include an assessment and final evaluation of t=
he
ACM and the ECAR Part 139 and Policy and Procedure Ma=
nual
(PPM) of airport - final Statement of Compliance (SOC); |
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Phase Four |
Demonstration and Inspection: Assessment & Evaluation the aerod=
rome
facilities, equipment and procedures in accordance with Aerodrome
Certification Manual (ACM); |
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Phase Five |
Certification: Issuing or
refusing an aerodrome certificate and endorse the condition; and Promulga=
ting
the certified status of an aerodrome and advice the AISU to prepare the requir=
ed
details of the Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP) supplement for publication=
in
the AIP. |
1.1.1 This Section prov=
ides
direction and guidance on the certification process of Egyptian Civil Aviat=
ion
Regulation Part 139 (ECAR Part 139); Aerodrome. Under no circumstances will=
an
applicant be certificated, until ECAA and Directorate of Aerodromes Safety =
and
Standards (DASS) & ACSI Inspectors are confident that the prospective
certificate holder is capable of fulfilling the required responsibilities, =
and
willing to comply with the ECAR in an appropriate and continuing manner. The
certification process employs a Gate System that requires the completion of
certain items prior to continuation of the process.
1.1.2 Certification of
Aerodrome Operating:. Most applicants requesting certification to operate u=
nder
ECAR Parts 139 will request to be certificated as an Aerodrome Operator. The
certification process described in this Section is for an applicant seeking=
an
Aerodrome Certificate (AC).
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style=3D'mso-bidi-font-size:12.0pt;mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman";
mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-fareast-language:EN-US'>1.2 PREAPPLICATION MEETING:
1.2.1 General: In preparation for the meeting the assigned inspector should remind=
the
applicant that the key management personnel should attend the preapplication
meeting and should be prepared to discuss in general terms, specific aspect=
s of
the applicant's proposed operation. The inspector should discuss the
certification process in depth, emphasis should be placed on the expectatio=
ns
of the DASS, what the applicant should expect from the DASS, and the sequen=
ce
of events, and the applicant should be encouraged to ask questions during t=
he
discussion. Applicants should be thoroughly familiar with the Gate System
requirements before continuing with the process.
1.2.2 Package of Recert=
ification
Information: The reapplication meeting between the LACSI, o=
ther
certification team members, and the applicant sets the tone for the rest of=
the
certification process. Therefore, it is important that the LACSI be thoroug=
hly
prepared to conduct the meeting. The LACSI should review the Reapplication
Statement of Interest (PASI) and assemble a recertification information pac=
kage
to be given to the applicant. The recertification information package shall
consist of at least the following:
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· EAC 139-1 , If not previously provided.
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sp;
· Applicable Certification Job Aid.
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sp;
· Sample Schedule of Events format.
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sp;
· Applicable sample of Aerodrome Certification
Manual.
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sp;
· Other publications or documents that the LACSI
considers appropriate. =
1.2.3=
The LACSI should explain to the app=
licant
all airport equipment, material, and facility eligibility requirements and
discuss the pertinent Egyptian Civil Aviation Regulations and Advisory
Circulars (EACs). The LACSI should tell the applicant how to obtain current
copies of these documents and explain that the applicant must review them
carefully before filling out the formal application.
1.2.4 Briefing of the Applicant: At the
preapplication meeting, the applicant and any key personnel attending the
meeting should be briefed in as much detail as necessary to ensure that they
understand the certification process using the certification job aid and the
schedule of events format as guides to facilitate the discussion and to ens=
ure
that all elements of the certification process are covered. The applicant
should be encouraged to ask questions about any area of the process not cle=
arly
understood.
1.2.5 Verifying Informa=
tion
on the PASI: The first item for discussion should be
verification of the information on the PASI, such as the type of aerodrome
operation, types of aircraft, and location of facilities. When changes to t=
his
information occur, the applicant must annotate the changes on the PASI. If =
the
changes significantly affect the anticipated scope and/or type of operation=
, a
copy of the revised PASI shall be forwarded to the DASS.
1.2.6 Informing the App=
licant
of Pertinent Regulations: It is essential that the
applicant understands which regulations are applicable to the proposed
Aerodrome operation. The applicant should be advised to acquire and become
familiar with the ECARs and other EAC's pertinent to the proposed Aerodrome
operation. A list of ECAR and other EAC's pertinent to various types of
aerodrome operations are in this Advisory Circular. The applicant and the
applicant's personnel must be made aware of their responsibilities during t=
he
certification process. It is to their benefit to submit required items as s=
oon
as they become available, in order to meet the Aerodrome certification
requirements, and to notify the DASS immediately of any problems or changes=
in
the proposed Aerodrome operation.
1. 2.7 At this point, the LACSI should determine=
if
applicant is sufficiently aware of the certification requirements. The LACSI
should try to gauge the experience level of the applicant to determine how
formal the process must be. If the applicant wishes to continue with the
process, the LACSI will provide the applicant with copies of the appropriate
application form (ECAA Form 2002-4a).
1. 2.8 T=
he
inspector should also inform the applicant that he might provide three choi=
ces,
in order of preference, of Airport ICAO Location Indicators Four Letters Co=
de,
which will become part of the operator certificate number.
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1.3 DEA=
LING
WITH THE EXPRESSION OF INTEREST:
1.3.1
1.3.2
1.3.3 T=
he Flight Operations
Manager (FOM) is responsible for ensuring that a flight operations assessment is completed. The fligh=
t operations assessment should take into consideration=
:
· The proximity=
of
the aerodrome to other aerodromes and landing sites.
· Obstacles and
terrain.
· Whether the
establishment would involve excessive operational restrictions.
· Existing
restrictions and controlled airspace.
· Existing
instrument procedures.
1.3.4 If the result of this assessment is negative, then there i=
s no
need to proceed any further, and the applicant should be advised accordingl=
y by
invoking the regulation at this initial stage.
Note: The
ECAA may refuse to grant an aerodrome certificate to an applicant. In such
cases, the ECAA must notify the applicant, in writing, of its reasons no la=
ter
than 10 days after making that decision.
1.3.5 There may other ECAA
legislation or regulations covering subjects such as environmental protecti=
on,
which may require the approval from those areas of expertise. The processin=
g of
the expression of interest should also include referrals for their clearance
with the necessary documentation, e.g. an environmental impact study carried
out by the applicant (Aerodrome Operator).
1.3.6 Should the results of the above assessmen=
t be
positive, the DASS (Directorate of Aerodrome Safety and Standards) should
advise the applicant in writing to:
Submit a formal application for an aerodrome
certificate in accordance with the requirements of Section 139.103 of ECAR =
Part
139. The application must be accompanied by two copies =
of a
completed Aerodrome Certification Manual, as appropriate, prepared in accordance with Part=
139
and EAC 139-2; (aerodrome Certification Manual). The Directorate of Aerodrome Safety and Standard (DASS) should prov=
ide
the applicant with the formal application form (ECAA Form 2002-4) and a cop=
y of
the aerodrome certification regulations ECAR Parts 139, 107, 108,
Note 1: The applicant may be asked to cove=
r the
cost of the forms and publications.
Note 2: In the
letter to the applicant, the Lead ASCI in the DASS should be indicated.
1.4 ECAA<=
/span> STAFF REQUIREMENT:
The ECAA staff requirement for carrying o=
ut
the activities described in phase one may include Aerodrome Inspectors (AI),
Airspace Policy Specialists (APS), Rescue and Fire‑Fighting Inspectors
(RFFI), Visual Aids Specialists (VAS) and Navigation Specialists (NS).
1.5
CONCLUSION OF PREAPPLICATION MEETING:
The inspector must ensure that the applicant
understands that the formal application, with the described attachments, mu=
st
be complete and acceptable or the entire formal application will be rejecte=
d.
1.5.1
Applicant is Adequately Prepared: At the c=
lose
of the pre-application meeting, the inspector should determine whether the
applicant is prepared to proceed with the certification process. If it appe=
ars
the applicant understands the requirements of a formal application and will
proceed to that phase, the inspector should encourage the applicant to
informally coordinate required documents, as they are developed, with the
certification team before formal submission.
1.5.2
Applicant is not prepared: If it is evident that the
applicant is not adequately prepared to proceed with the certification proc=
ess,
the inspector should advise the applicant of the reasons for concern. When =
it
is apparent the applicant will not be able to prepare an adequate formal
application, the inspector should advise the applicant to request another
preapplication meeting after more complete preparation on the applicant's p=
art.
It is appropriate for the inspector to recommend to the applicant one or mo=
re
of the following actions:
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sp;
· &nb=
sp;
Further
review of the certification procedure and EAC 139-1.
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sp;
· &nb=
sp;
A more
thorough review of the applicable regulations.
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sp;
· &nb=
sp;
Changes =
in
proposed key management personnel.
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sp;
· &nb=
sp;
Retain t=
he
services of a professional aviation consultant.
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sp;
· &nb=
sp;
Cease
efforts to become ECAA certificated.
1.6 TERMINATION OF THE PREAPPLICATION
PROCESS:
If at any
time during the preapplication phase the applicant formally terminates all
efforts toward certification, or the LACSI determines that the applicant wi=
ll
not proceed with the certification process, the PASI will be returned to the appli=
cant.
The LACSI will notify the applicant in writing that this action terminates =
the
preapplication process and that the applicant must submit a new PASI in order to initiate the
certification process again. The ECAA must be notified of any certification
project that is terminated. The DASS will notify ECAA and the precertificat=
ion
number will be returned to the centralized certificate number data file.
2.1 GENERAL:
An applicant's presentation of an application package and the DASS
review are considered the Formal Application Phase.
2.2
INSTRUCTIONS TO THE APPLICANT ON THE FORMAL APPLICATION:
2.2.1 It =
is
recommended that the formal application should be submitted at least 90 days
before revenue operations are expected to begin, although the application s=
hould
be submitted to the DASS as far in advance of the proposed start up date as
possible. When the formal application is fully d=
eveloped, it shou=
ld be
forwarded to the assigned LACSI.
2.2.2 Receipt of Formal Application Package: On receipt of the formal application package, the applicant will be
informed that the ECAA needs a specific period of time to review it.
Discussions of its acceptability should be avoided at this time. The applic=
ant
should be advised that further discussion would not be productive until the
certification team has reviewed the formal application. The applicant shoul=
d be
advised that the certification team would contact him/her, within five work=
ing
days, concerning the application package's acceptability and to arrange for=
a
formal application meeting. A formal application meeting is arranged only if
the team determines there is a need for the meeting.
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sp;
· &nb=
sp;
Copies of
the application form (or letter of formal application for a ECAR Part 139
applicant).
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sp;
· &nb=
sp;
Documentation that the applicant ha=
s or
can obtain use of an airport or appropriate facilities, as applicable.
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sp;
· &nb=
sp;
Any part=
ial
or complete Aerodrome Certification Manual (even in
draft form).
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sp;
· &nb=
sp;
Complian=
ce
Statement (SOC) as applicable.
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sp;
· &nb=
sp;
Curricul=
a or
personnel training programs, as applicable.
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sp;
· &nb=
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Manageme=
nt
Qualification (personnel) Resumes.
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sp;
· &nb=
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Exemptio=
ns
and/or Technical Studies.
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sp;
· &nb=
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Consider=
ations
of Flight Operations Assessment carried out by FOCA.
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· &nb=
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Facility=
and
equipment descriptions.
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sp;
· &nb=
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Airport
Emergency Plan evaluation.
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sp;
· &nb=
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Quality
System, including Quality Assurances Program.
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sp;
· &nb=
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Record
keeping system.
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· &nb=
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A Schedu=
le
of Events (see below).
2.2.4 Schedule =
of
Events:
(a) For ECAR Part 139
certification, a Schedule of Events is required to be submitted with the application.
(b) For ECAR Part 139
applicants, a Schedule of Events is only necessary for an applicant who
proposes a large operation where multiple meetings and demonstrations may be
required. It is up to the certification team to determine if the
applicant’s proposed operation indeed warrant a Schedule of Events.
(c) When a Schedule of Event=
s is
required, the certification team must carefully consider the feasibility of=
the
proposed schedule with respect to logic of sequence, timeliness of events,
completeness of events, and ACSI availability:
(i) Logic of sequence: Many of the activities or events listed in the
schedule must occur before other activities or events.
(ii) Timeliness of events: The Schedule of Events must provide
sufficient time for the certification team to review the applicant's various
documents, manuals, and proposals.
(iii) Completeness of events: The number of and kinds of submissions
made by the applicant for evaluation and acceptance or approval may vary
according to the complexity of the proposed operation.
(iv) ACSI availability: Another concern in meeting the Schedule of
Events is the availability and the capability of the office personnel
resources. Sufficient qualified ACSIs must be made available to ensure time=
ly
completion of the certification process.
2.2.5
(a) If mutual agreements can=
not
be reached on any discrepancies, the team should terminate the meeting and
inform the applicant that the application package is not acceptable. The
application package must then be returned to the applicant with a letter
explaining the reasons for the rejection.
(b) When agreement has been
reached on corrective action for deficiencies, the team should then encoura=
ge
the applicant to present any questions concerning the upcoming certificatio=
n.
The certification team members should answer these questions fully and
candidly.
(c) Before the conclusion of=
the
formal application meeting, the team must make certain the applicant clearly
understands the following:
(i) The app=
licant
will receive notification in writing in the event the application is rejected. This notific=
ation
should be made within five days after the formal application meeting. A
telephone call concerning the application rejection shall be made to the
applicant as soon as the determination is made, indicating that written not=
ification
will follow and will include the reasons for the rejection.
(ii) If the appli=
cation
is acceptable, the certification process continues with an in-depth examina=
tion
of the application and associated documents during the "document
compliance phase." In some cases, telephone confirmation is sufficient;
however, written confirmation is encouraged. A letter accepting the applica=
tion
is necessary because the time limit begins upon receipt of the application =
in
an acceptable form.
(iii) Acceptance of the
application does not constitute acceptance or approval of any attached
documents (curricula, sample manuals, etc.). They will be reviewed further,=
and
the applicant will be expected to take corrective action if required.
Acceptance or approval of each attachment will be indicated separately.
2.2.6 Aerodrome=
Certification Manual =
(ACM)
Attachments:
The LACSI must give the ACM
attachments a cursory review, first to determine that the type of informati=
on
described in EAC 139-2, Aerodrome Certification Manual has been submitted.
Second, the LACSI must determine that the overall content and scope of the
manual material indicates that the applicant is proceeding in an appropriate
manner and in compliance with the regulations. These completed manual
submissions provide early indications of the quality of the applicant's man=
ual
program. An in-depth review and evaluation and the acceptance, approval, or
rejection of the manual will be accomplished in the document compliance pha=
se.
2.3 THE COMPLIANCE STATEMENT:
2.3.1 The compliance
statement serves the following two purposes:
(a) It ensures the applicant has adequately addressed all regulatory
requirements applicable to the proposed operation.
(b) It aids the certification team in determining where the regulato=
ry requirements
have been addressed in the
applicant's Aerodrome Certification Manuals, programs, and procedures. In evaluating the
applicant's compliance statement the certification team may find it helpful=
to
compare (in a side by side manner) the ECAR, the applicant's manuals, and t=
he
compliance statement. The compliance statement documents how the applicant
intends to comply with each applicable regulation.
2.3.2 If the applicant's compliance statement does not serve the
preceding purposes, the deficient areas
will be communicated to the applicant, and a resolution shall be negotiated.
Proving tests will not be conducted until the certification team is satisfi=
ed,
through its review of the compliance statement and formal application packa=
ge,
that all regulatory requirements have been adequately addressed. The
applicant's methods of compliance will be evaluated throughout the
demonstration and inspection phase.
2.3.3 Initial Compliance Statement Attachment: This attachment shoul=
d be
a complete listing of all ECA=
R Part
139 regulations applicable to the proposed airport operation. Applicable
subparts and each relevant section of the initial Statement of Compliance (=
SOC)
should be identified and accompanied by a brief description, or preferably a
specific reference, to Aerodrome Certification Manual or other
document. The brief description or reference must describe the method of
compliance for each regulation listed. If the precise method of compliance =
has
not been developed at the time of formal application, an indication that th=
is
information will be included in the final compliance statement when submitt=
ed
will suffice. The following illustrations are samples of how relevant secti=
ons
of the regulations should be presented in an initial compliance statement a=
nd/or
a final compliance statement as appropriate:
(a) EXAMPLE 1: Initial compliance statement - method of
compliance not developed at time of
formal application. =
139.307
Airports: Required data. To be supplied
(b) EXAMPLE 2: Initial or final compliance statement -
method of compliance fully developed - preferred presentation.
139.317 M=
arking
ACM p. 129, para. 243;
(c) EXAMPLE 3. Initial or final compliance statement -
method of compliance fully developed - acceptable presentation.139.317 Mark=
ing.
2.3.4 Compliance Statement Attachment:
The LACSI=
must
review the compliance statement within 10 working days to determine that it
complies with the form and content prescribed in the previous paragraph 3 a=
nd
that the applicant has proceeded in an appropriate manner. The compliance
statement must then be given a detailed review and be accepted before the
applicant may pass to gate two.
2.4
CERTIFICATION TEAM ASSIGNMENT:
The DASS manager a=
ssigns
the project to a certification team. One team member will be designated as a
Certification Project Manager, Lead ACSI. The certification team handles all
matters pertaining to the application:
2.4.1 Team members prov=
ide
the applicant with guidance. Since the applicant must demonstrate the
knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to meet certification requirements,
inspectors on the certification team must refrain from providing explicit
instructions.
2.4.2 Each team member =
shall
respond to requests for assistance from the LACSI. Also, each team member keeps the LACSI apprised of=
the
status of the certification. Any discrepancy, which may delay the certifica=
tion
effort, is brought to the attention of the LACSI immediately.
2.5 LACSI
QUALIFICATIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
For appointment as a LACSI experience as A aerodrome
inspector is desirable. However, other inspectors are acceptable depending =
on
the situation and at the discretion of the DASS manager. The duties and responsibilities of=
the
LACSI include the following:
(a) The L=
ACSI
coordinates certification matters with the applicant and ensures that the D=
ASS
office manager is kept fully informed of the project's current status.
(b) The LACSI serves as the primary contact
with the applicant. The LACSI ensures each certification task is completed =
in
an acceptable and timely manner and that all certification matters are
thoroughly coordinated with each team member.
(c) The LACSI schedules and condu=
cts
preapplication and formal application meetings with the applicant
(d) The LACSI notifies the unit
supervisors and DASS office manager of any information that may significant=
ly
impact or delay certification or that may attract media or political intere=
st.
Periodic meetings will ensure everyone concerned is kept informed of the st=
atus
of the certification. If the LACSI cannot attend a scheduled meeting, the L=
ACSI
appoints a team member to act as LACSI.
2.6 ASSESSMENT OF A FORMAL APPLICATIO=
N:
The Egyptian Civil Aviation Regulations specifi=
es
responsibilities of the DASS before it can grant an aerodrome certificate. =
It
specifies the requirements for the aerodrome certification and the need for
operational safety considerations. The DASS must be satisfied that the
aerodrome operator has the necessary competence and experience to comply wi=
th
the relevant regulatory provisions, orders and directives of the DASS.
(a) Base=
d on
the results of the assessment of the formal application of an aerodr=
ome certificate, aerodrome=
certification
manual (ACM) and t=
he
initial Statement of Compliance (SOC) of ECAR 139, the DASS should notify t=
he
applicant whether the application and its attachments were successful or
unsuccessful. If the application and the attachments were unsuccessful, the
applicant should be advised of the additional steps that need to be taken by
the applicant prior to certification. For example, the aerodrome manual may
need to be amended to incorporate any changes to the aerodrome facilities a=
nd
equipment that may be required in order to comply with the standards and
practices and safety requirements specified in the Egyptian Civil Aviation
Regulations.
(b) If the application =
and
its attachments were successful, the aerodrome certificate, incorporating
conditions pursuant to the Egyptian Civil Aviation Regulations, as applicab=
le,
shall be granted to the applicant after an identifying number has been
allocated.
Note
1: The DASS may refuse to grant an aerodrome certificate to an applicant. In
such cases, the DASS must notify the applicant, in writing, of its reasons =
no
later than 10 days after making that decision.
Note
2: After successful completio=
n of
the processing of the application and its attachments, the DASS, when granting the aerodrome certificate, will
endorse the conditions for the type of use of the aerodrome and other detai=
ls
as shown in Attachment 4, which contains a sample airport certificate.
Note =
3:
When an aerodrome does not meet the requirement of a standard and practices or safety requirements
specified in the Egyptian Civil Aviation Regulations, the DASS may determin=
e,
after carrying out aeronautical studies, only if and where permitted by the
standards and practices or safety requirements, the conditions and procedur=
es
that are necessary to ensure a level of safety equivalent to that establish=
ed
by the relevant standard and practices or safety requirements.
Note =
4:
To ensure uniformity, the DASS may prescribe a standard application form fo=
r an
aerodrome certificate. An ECAA formal application form is given in (ECAA Fo=
rm
2002- 4, Appendix 3).
2.7 GRANTING AN AERODROME CERTIFICATE:<= o:p>
Before granting an aerodrome certif=
icate,
the ECAA must be satisfied that:
(a) The
applicant and his/her staff have the necessary competence and experience to
operate and maintain the aerodrome properly;
(b) The
Aerodrome Certification Manual prepared for the applicant's aerodrome and
submitted with the application contains all the relevant information (as re=
fer
in EAC 139-2, ACM) and ECAR P=
art
139 initial SOC ;
(c) The
aerodrome facilities, services and equipment are in accordance with the
Standards and Safety Requirements specified by the ECAA;
(d) The
aerodrome operating procedures make satisfactory provision for the safety of
aircraft; and
(e) An
acceptable Safety Management System (SMS) (See EAC 139-5, SMS) is in place =
at
the aerodrome.
2.8 ECAA
STAFF REQUIREMENT:
=
The
ECAA staff requirement for carrying out the assessment of the formal
application for an aerodrome certificate may include Aerodrome Inspectors (=
AI),
Airspace Policy Specialists (APS), Rescue and Fire‑Fighting Inspectors
(RFFI) and Visual Aids Specialists (VAS).
2.9
APPLICATION REJECTION:
Rejection of an application will be a sensitive issue, since the
applicant will most likely have already expended funds and resources to this
point. Therefore, it is important for the team to document thoroughly the
reasons for the rejection. The reasons should clearly indicate that to proc=
eed
with the certification process would not be productive unless the applicant=
is
willing to accept the team's corrective suggestions. Reasons for rejection
might include lack of agreement on appropriate courses of action or evidence
that the applicant misunderstands regulatory requirements and the certifica=
tion
process. In the event of rejection, the application and documents submitted=
are
returned to the applicant with a letter of rejection.
2.10 TERMINATING THE FORMAL APPLICATION PHASE:<=
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If the
certification team accepts the application package, the Formal Application
Phase of the certification process is terminated, and the Document Complian=
ce
Phase begins.
3.1 GENERAL:
The document compliance phase is th=
at
part of the certification process where the applicant's manuals and other
documents are reviewed in depth to ensure compliance with applicable
regulations and conformity to safe operating practices and either approved =
or
rejected. The certification team usually conducts this phase in the DASS
office.
3.1.1 Approval or Accep=
tance
of Documents: During the Document Complian=
ce
Phase of the certification process, attached documents are approved or
accepted. After initial certification, revisions or amendments to these
documents may also be submitted for approval or acceptance. The team must
determine which documents are APPROVED and which are ACCEPTED.
3.1.2 Approval Document=
ation: When all requirements and standards have been met, the operator sho=
uld
be notified that the documents have been approved. The approving inspector
indicates approval by stamping "Approved" on each page, indicating
the date, the approving DASS office, and the signature of the inspector.
3.1.3 Acceptance
Documentation: Documents that are submitted =
for
acceptance by an operator or applicant are accepted with a letter of
confirmation from the LACSI or appropriate inspector.
3.1.4
3.1.5 Unacceptable Documents: If any =
of
the documents are unacceptable, they are returned to the applicant. The team
sends the applicant a letter of rejection stating the reasons for rejection=
and
recommendations for obtaining approval.
3.2 REVIEW OF APPLICATIONR=
17;S
SUBMISSIONS:
3.2.1
3.2.2 The complexity of the information w=
hich
must be addressed in the applicant's ACM and other documents depends on the
complexity of the airport operation.
3.3 =
THE ASSESSMENT & EVALUATION OF THE FORMAL =
APPLICATION:=
The
assessment & Evaluation of the formal application
should include the following:
3.3.1 A flight operations assessment if t=
hat
was not carried out during the time of dealing with the Expression of Inter=
est.
This assessment should also include all aeronautical study pursuant to the Egyptian Civ=
il Aviation
Regulations and other supplemental documents, if there is a deviation from a
standards and practices or safety requirements;
Note 1: When an aerodrome does not meet the
requirement of a
standards or safety specified in the Egyptian Civil Aviation Regulations and other
supplemental documents, the ECAA may determine, after carrying out aeronaut=
ical
studies, only if and where permitted by the standards and practices, the
conditions and procedures that are necessary to ensure a level of safety eq=
uivalent
to that established by the relevant standard or safety requirements.=
3.3.2 An assessment of the Aerodrome
Certification Manual submitted by the applicant to determine whether:
(a) The manual complies wi=
th
the requirements of the regulations in ECAR Part 139, EAC 1=
39-2
ACM and the schedule of these regulations. All verifications that can =
be
completed or initiated in the office should be carried out, including the
aerodrome data to be published by the Aeronautical Information Service
(AIS), and the adequacy of the aerodrome operating procedures; and
(b) The
management system, including the Safety Management System, indicates that t=
he
applicant will be able to operate and maintain the aerodrome properly (see =
EAC
No. 139-5; Safety management System).
Note: If=
the
DASS inspector's review reveals deficiencies in the applicant's submissions=
and
/or the ACM contents, the; LACSI should negotiate resolution of the
deficiencies. The team should be ready to offer suggestions on how to impro=
ve
the product but avoid "writing" the applicant's manual. The
certification team should remember that it is the applicant's responsibilit=
y to
develop manuals and procedures that ensure safe operating practices and
compliance with the rules.
3.3.3
(a) The ACSI shall review the fol=
lowing
items for the airport to be inspected:
‑ Aerodrome<= /span> Certification Manual.<= o:p>
‑ Current exemptions from
ECAR 139 requirements.
‑ Previous inspection
records.
‑ <=
/span>Airport file violation
history for the previous 3 years.
‑ Relevant sections of the
Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP).
‑ Obstruction Chart/Airpo=
rt
Approach Survey (if available).
‑ Accident/incident histo=
ry.
‑ <=
/span>Airport compliance file=
(a
verbal briefing is acceptable).
‑ <=
/span>Airport Layout Plan (AL=
P)
file (if available).
‑ Instrument Approach
Procedure (LAP) charts.
‑ Airport improve=
ment
programs file (a verbal briefing by the Airport Sector, Engineering Sector and Air T=
raffic
Services Sector is acceptable).
(b) The ACSI shall review programmed construction projects. Cheek the
official obstruction limitation surfaces and evaluate this information agai=
nst
current approach plates, aerodrome certification manual, and the
AIP.
(c) The ACSI shall ens=
ure
proper directives, charts, advisory circulars, ECAA Standing Orders,
International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Annex's and other appropri=
ate
information are available while conducting the inspection.
(d) The ACSI shall determine the status of follow‑up actions in
correcting all previous listed deficiencies.
3.3.4 Site Visit: A si=
te
visit as detailed in Phase Four - Demonstration and Inspection Phase: Assessment & Evaluation the aerodrome facilities, equipment and
procedures in accordance with Aerodrome Certification Manual (ACM);<=
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t-language:
EN-GB'>
3.4 COMPLETING THE DOC=
UMENT
COMPLIANCE PHASE:
When required documents are approve=
d or
accepted, the Document Compliance Phase is completed. The certification pro=
cess
continues in the Demonstration and Inspection Phase. The Document Compliance
Phase and the Demonstration and Inspection Phase may overlap.
3=
.5
TERMINATING THE DOCUMENT COMPLIANCE PHASE: =
Once all
required documents are approved or accepted, the Document Compliance Phase
ends. The certification process continues in the Demonstration and Inspecti=
on
Phase. Although the Document Compliance Phase and the Demonstration and
Inspection Phase are dealt with as distinct, separate phases, the two may
overlap or occasionally coincide.
3.6 ECAA
Staff Requirement:
The ECAA staff requirement for carr=
ying
out the assessment of the formal application for an aerodrome certificate m=
ay
include Aerodrome Inspectors (AI), Airspace Policy Specialists (APS), Rescue
and Fire‑Fighting Inspectors (RFFI) and Visual Aids Specialists (VAS)=
.
4.2 OBSERVATIONS AND MONITORING OF EVENTS:
4.2.1 Through observati=
on and
other forms of on site evaluation during the demonstration and inspection
phase, members of the certificating team observe and monitor many types of
applicant activities. The manner in which the applicant is to be evaluated
while conducting different segments of this phase is outlined in various
sections of this EAC and Doc. No. 2002-1, Chapter 3:=
Guidance for Conducting
ECAR Part 139 Inspections, Section 3:=
Paragraphs of ECAR 139=
‑
Guidance.
4.2.2 A site visit should be undertaken f=
or the
purpose of assessing & evaluating the aerodrome facilities,
services and equipment to verify and ensure that they comply with the speci=
fied
standards and practices or safety requirements in accordance with the
certificate holder’s ACM contents; and conduct site inspection in
accordance with criteria outlined in paragraphs of ECAR 139-Guidance, ECAA =
Form
2002-7, Appendix 6 (ECAA Doc. No. 2002-1<=
span
style=3D'font-size:12.0pt;mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman";mso-fareas=
t-language:
EN-GB'>). If =
any
areas are unacceptable, forward discrepancies or comments to the applicant =
and
re-evaluate as needed.
4.3 CERTIFICATION
INSPECTIONS:
4.3.1 Certification inspections shall be conduc=
ted
in accordance with the guidance and criteria contained in Section 3<=
span
style=3D'font-size:12.0pt;mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman";mso-fareas=
t-language:
EN-GB'>; Parag=
raphs
of ECAR 139 ‑ Guidance of Chapter 3, Airport Certification
Program Handbook, Doc 2002-1. The general inspection procedures addressed in
this section outline the recommended method for conducting a certification
inspection. The basic phases of an inspection are as follows:
§ In Briefing. <= o:p>
§Administrative Inspection.
§Movement Area Inspection.
§ARFF Inspection.
§Fuelling Facilities Inspection.
§Night Inspection.
§
Post Inspection Out‑Briefing.
4.3.2 Site
Visit: The =
site
visit should include and but not limited to the
following Handbook Doc. No. 2002-1 and ECAR Part 139 Sections:
(1) Personnel ‑ 139.303.
(2) Safety management System – 139.304<=
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n";
mso-ansi-language:EN-GB;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB'>.
(3) Reference Code ‑ 139.305.
(4) Airport Data ‑ 139.307.
a. Aeronautical Data.
b. Airport Reference Point.
c. Airport and Runway Elevations.
d. Airport Reference Temperature.
e. Airport Dimensions and Related Information.
f. Strengths of Pavements.
g. Pre‑Flight Altimeter Cheek Location.
h. Declared Distances.
i. Coordination between Aeronautical Information Servic=
es
and Airport Authorities.
(5) Airport Condition Reporting ‑ 139.307(i).
(6) Physical Characteristics ‑ 1=
39.309
thru 139.315.
a. Physical Characteristics:=
·
The width of the stop way.
· The width of that porti=
on
of a taxiway bridge capable of supporting aircraft.
· Taxi‑holding
position(s).
· A road holding position=
.
· The holding bay and tax=
i‑holding
position established at a taxiway/runway intersection or road holding posit=
ion.
If the operations of radio navigation aids for a precision approach runway =
are
free of interference from holding aircraft or vehicles.
·
Isolated parking position or area.
b. Paved Areas:= <= o:p>
· The construction and
maintenance surface of a runway.
· Measurements of the
friction characteristics of a runway.
· Chemicals used on the
airport.
· The longitudinal slope =
of
temporary ramps.
· Methods and procedures
regarding the overlaying of pavements and their operational status.
c. Runway Strips and Taxiway Strips:
· The dimensions of runway
and taxiway strips.
· The maintenance of runw=
ay
strip(s).
· If the runway strip(s) = is free of fixed objects and mobile objects during landing or take‑off.<= o:p>
· The frangibility requir=
ements
of visual aids required for air navigation purposes.
· In the event that ECAA
contract construction crews compromise the integrity of the runway/taxiway
strips by creating ruts or leaving construction equipment or material there=
.
· Objects located outside=
the
approved Runway and Taxiway Strips.
(7) Obstructions ‑ 139‑317.
(8) Traffic and Wind Direction Indicators ‑ 139.31=
9.
1. Wind direction indicators
2. Landing direction indicators.=
3. Signalling lamps.
4. Signal panels and signal areas.=
(9) Marking ‑ 139.321.
1. General.
2. Runway designation.
3. Runway centreline
marking.
4. Threshold marking.
5. Aiming point marking=
.
6. Touchdown zone marki=
ng.
7. Runway stripe markin=
g.
8. Taxiway centreline
marking.
9. Taxi‑position
marking.
10. Taxi intersection
marking.
11. VOR airport check&#=
8209;point
marking.
12. Apron safety lines.=
13. Road‑holding
position marking.
14. Information marking=
.
(10) Lighting ‑
139.323.
a. Item of Lighting:
1. General<= o:p>
2. Aeronautical beacons
3. Approach lighting systems
4. Visual approach slope indicator systems
5. Runway threshold identification lights
6. Runway edge lights
7. Runway, threshold and wing bar lights
8. Runway end lights
9. Runway centreline lights
10. Runway touchdown zo=
ne
lights
11. Stop way lights
12. Taxiway centreline
lights
13. Taxiway edge lights=
14. Stop bars
15. Taxiway intersection
lights
16. Runway guard lights=
17. Apron floodlighting=
18. Visual docking guid=
ance
system
19. Aircraft stand
maneuvering guidance lights
20. Road holding positi=
on
light.
21. Runway End Identifi=
er
Lights (REILs)/Visual Approach Slope Indicator (VASI) systems
b. Check runway lights =
in
both directions from each end and on centerline.
c. The absence of edge =
lights
at runway‑runway or runway‑taxiway intersections and determine =
if
safety is being derogated.
d. Document missing
fixture(s) where applicable, steps taken for installation.
e. If lighting systems =
on the
airport are properly maintained.
f. Other airport
lighting on the airport for aprons, roadways, buildings, etc. are adequatel=
y adjusted
or shielded to prevent interference with ATC and aircraft operations.
(11) Signs ‑ 139.=
325.
1. General
2. Mandatory instruction signs
3. Information signs
4. VOR airport check‑point sign<= o:p>
5. Airport identification sign
6. Road holding position sign
(12) Markers ‑
139.327.
1. General.
2. Stop way edge markers.
3. Taxiway edge markers.
4. Taxiway centreline markers.
5. Boundary markers.
(13) Visual Aids for
Denoting Obstacles ‑ 139.329.
a. Objects to he Marked
and/or Lighted.
b. Marking of Objects.<= o:p>
c. Lighting of Objects.=
d. If each object withi=
n the
airport's authority which constitutes an obstruction under ICAO Annex 14 is
marked and lighted as appropriate unless determined to be unnecessary by an
ECAA aeronautical study.
e. If obstruction light=
s are
operable. Check the aerodrome certification manual for a l=
ist
of lighted obstructions.
(14) Visual Aids for
Denoting Restricted Use Areas‑ 139‑331.
1. Closed runways and taxiways, or parts thereof <= o:p>
2. Non‑load bearing
surfaces
3. Unserviceable areas
(15) Equipment and
Installations‑ 139.333.
1. Secondary
power supply
2. Electrical
systems
3. Monitoring
of electrical systems
=
4. Sitting and
construction equipment and installations on operational areas
5. Surface!
Movement Guidance and Control Systems (SMGCS)
(16) Ground Vehicles &#=
8209;
139.333h.
(17) Airport Emergency
Plan- 139.335.
(18) Aircraft Rescue an=
d Fire
fighting‑ 139.337.
a. Category
Determination
b. Equipment and Agents=
:
1. Resc=
ue
and fire fighting equipment, agents and services.=
2. ARFF=
vehicle
discharge rates of the foam solution.
3. The amount of water,
dries chemicals, halons or CO2.
c. Operational Requirem=
ents.
(19) Other Services =
209;
139.341 thru 139.347.
a. Maintenance –139-341.
b. Bird Hazard Reductio=
n -
139.343.
c. Apron Management Service – 139.345.
d. Ground Servicing of Aircraft –
139.347.
(20) Handling and Stora=
ge
of Hazardous Substances and Materials ‑ 139.349.
(21) Self‑Inspect=
ion
Program ‑ 139.351.
(22) Protection of Nava=
ids ‑
139.353.
(23) Public Protection =
‑
139.355.
(24) Wildlife Hazard
Management ‑ 139.357.
(25) Noncomplying
Conditions ‑ 139.359.
4.4 THE ASSESSMENT OF THE DEMONSTRATION AND
INSPECTION PHASE:
4.4.1 Regulatory Compli=
ance: During the evaluation the team shall determine the applicant's abili=
ty
to comply with all applicable sections of the regulations.
4.4.2
4.4.3 Handling Deficienci=
es:
If the applicant's activities or other items are deficient, appropriate
corrective action must be taken. If the deficiencies cannot be corrected, t=
he
team should advise the applicant that it is impractical to continue the
certification process.
4.4.4
4.4.5
4.4.6
4.5 ECAA
STAFF REQUIREMENT:
The ECAA staff requirement for carrying out the
site visit for an aerodrome certificate may include Aerodrome Inspectors (A=
I),
Airspace Policy Specialists (APS), Rescue and Fire‑Fighting Inspectors
(RFFI), Visual Aids Specialists (VAS) and Navigation Specialists (NS).
The
certificate and approved ACM are issued to the applicant after all signific=
ant
unsatisfactory items have been corrected. This action completes the
certification process. The applicant shall not be certificated under any
circumstance until the LACSI has determined that the applicant is fully cap=
able
of fulfilling its responsibilities as charged by the Egyptian Civil Aviation
Law 28, 1981as amended and that the applicant will comply with the Egyptian
Civil Aviation Regulations (ECARs) in an appropriate manner.
5.1 THE G=
RANT
OR REFUSAL OF A CERTIFICATE:
5.1.1 Bef=
ore
granting an aerodrome certificate, ECAA must notify its decision to issue or
refuse to issue a certificate. The Egyptian Civil Aviation Regulations allow
the ECAA to
endorse conditions, in the interest of safety, on an aerodrome=
certificate being issu=
ed.
Note 1: Before granting an aerodrome
certificate, the ECAA must be satisfied that:
(a) The
applicant and his/her staff have the necessary competence and experience to
operate and maintain the airport properly;
(b) The A=
erodrome
Certification Manual prepared for the applicant's aerodrome and submitted w=
ith
the application contains all the relevant information;
(c) The a=
irport
facilities, services and equipment are in accordance with the standards and
practices or safe=
ty
requirements
specified by the ECAA;
(d) The airport operating procedures
make satisfactory provision for the safety of aircraft; and
(e) An
acceptable Safety Management System(SMS) is in place at the airport
Note 2: The ECAA may refuse to gran=
t an
aerodrome certificate to an applicant. In such cases, the ECAA must notify =
the
applicant, in writing, of its reasons no later than 10 days after making th=
at
decision.
5.1.2 Based on the results of the assessm=
ent of
the site visit, the
DASS should noti=
fy
the applicant whether the site visit was successful or unsuccessful. If the
site visit was unsuccessful, the applicant should be advised of the additio=
nal
steps that need to be taken by the applicant prior to certification. For
example, the Aerodrome Certification Manual m=
ay
need to be amended to incorporate any changes to the airport facilities and
equipment that may be required in order to comply with the standards and
practices and safety requirements specified in the Egyptian Civil Aviation
Regulations.
5.1.3 If the site visit was successful, the aerodrome certificate, incorpora=
ting
conditions pursuant to the Egyptian Civil Aviation Regulations, as applicab=
le,
shall be granted to the applicant after an identifying aerodrome=
certificate number has
been allocated.
Note 1: After successful completion=
of
the processing of the application and inspection of the airport,
Note 2: When an airpo=
rt
does not meet the requirement of a standard and practices or safety requirements specifie=
d in
the Egyptian Civil Aviation=
Regulatio=
ns and
ICAO Annex 14 Volume 1, Airport Design Operation and other supplemental
documents, the ECAA may determine, after carrying out aeronautical studies,
only if and where permitted by the standards and practices or safety
requirements, the conditions and procedures that are necessary to ensure a
level of safety equivalent to that established by the relevant standard and
practices or safety requirements.
5.1.4 If after being advised =
of
the additional steps that must be taken to rectify the shortcomings referre=
d to
in paragraph 5.1.2, the aerodrome operator is still not able to satisfy the
requirements of the regulations. The ECAA may refuse to grant a certificate=
. The
refusal may be based on one or more of the following determinations, for wh=
ich
details should be given:
(a)
(b) =
The assessment of the
airport operating procedures revealed that they do not make satisfactory
provision for the safety of aircraft operations:
(c) The assessment of the Aerodrome Certification Manual revealed that it do= es not contain some of the particulars set out in the Egyptian Civil Aviation Regulations ECAR Part 139 and the associated schedule of the regulations; <= o:p>
5.2 ECAA STAFF REQUIREMENT:=
The ECAA staff requirement for carrying out the
activities described in paragraphs 5.1.2 to 5.1.4 may includ=
e:
(a) Appropriate ECAA manage=
ment
staff, i.e. the Manager or Director of the Standards and safety, or =
the
Director General of the ECAA; and
(b) Aerodrome Certification and Surveilla=
nce
Inspectors (ACSI).
Note: ECAA =
may
require the applicant to bear the costs of Aerodrome Certification.
<= o:p>
5.3
NOTIFICATION IN AIP:
5.3.1 Promu=
lgation
in the AIP of the certified status and details of the airport
5.3.2 Particulars of the aerodrome that are
required for notification in AIP: Particulars of the aerodrome that are required for notification in AI=
P,
including the following:
(a) As aerodrome general informat=
ion:
(i) The name of the aerodrome; and
(ii) The State or Territory where the
aerodrome is located; and
(iii) The geographic
co-ordinates of the Aerodrome Reference Point; and
(iv) The elevation of the
aerodrome above sea level; and
(v) Details of the aerodrome beacon; a=
nd
(vi) The name of the
aerodrome operator and the address and telephone numbers at which the aerod=
rome
operator may be contacted at all times;
(b) As runway information:
(i) =
; The
magnetic bearing of the runway and the runway number; and
(ii) The
length, width and slopes of the runway; and
(iii) The
length of the clearway; and
(iv) The
length of the stop way; and
(v) =
; The
length and width of the graded and overall runway strip; and
(vi) The
pavement surface type and its strength rating; and
(vii) T=
he
gradient from the end of the runway strip or clearway to the critical obstacle;
(viii) The supplementary take-off distances and
associated gradients; and
(ix) &nb=
sp;
The Aerodrome Obstacle Chart Type A, if applicable;
(c) As visual aid system informat=
ion:
(i) =
; The
type of runway lighting and the stand-by power, if any, for that lighting; =
and
(ii) &nbs=
p; The
type of approach lighting; and
(iii) The
visual approach slope indicator system, if applicable;
(d) =
; As
local information, any other matters that relate to the safety of aircraft
using the aerodrome.
5.4 TRANSFER AERODROME CERTIFICATE:
5.4.1 Transfer of an <=
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certificate may be
required in accordance with the applicable Egyptian Civil Aviation Regulati=
ons
when the ownership and the operation of the airport are transferred from one
operator to another. Establishment of a standard procedure will insure that=
the
aerodrome
certificates are transfe=
rred
correctly and consistently using a common legal format.
5.4.2 The reasons for a transfer may incl=
ude
the sale or transfer of the responsibility to operate the airport from a
government department to a government-constituted airport entity, such as an
airport authority, or a result of privatisation or corporatization. The
ownership and the operational responsibility may also change from one priva=
te
entity to another.
5.4.3 The Egyptian Civil Aviation Regulat=
ion
specifies, the requirement for the ECAA's consent or approval for the trans=
fer
of an aerodrome certificate and for the
powers to transfer a certificate to be vested in the ECAA. Consent or appro=
val
to transfer will be given by the ECAA only if it is satisfied that the prop=
osed
transferee will be able to operate and maintain the airport properly and th=
at
no significant variation will occur in the day‑to‑day operation=
s of
the airport. This implies that the airport facilities, services and equipme=
nt
should remain substantially unaltered; key airport operational and maintena=
nce
personnel should remain in position or be replaced with staff of equivalent
qualifications, experience or skill level; the Safely Management System sho=
uld
remain effective and, finally, the Aerodrome Certification Manual procedures should
remain substantially unaltered or may amended as necessary to be suitable f=
or
the transferee.
5.4.4 The ECAA may give its consent or ap=
proval
to and issue an instrument of transfer of an aerodrome certificate to a
transferee when:
(a) The current holder of the aerodrome certificate notifies t=
he
ECAA, in writing, at least 90 days before ceasing to operate the airport, t=
hat
the current holder will cease to operate the airport as of the date specifi=
ed
in the notice;
(b) =
The
current holder of the aerodrome certificate notifies the ECAA, in writing, of the name of the transferee;
(c) =
The
transferee applies to the ECAA, in writing, within 90 days before the curre=
nt
holder of the
aerodrome
certificate ceases to operate the airport for the aerodrome=
certificate to be
transferred to the transferee; and
(d) =
The
requirements set out in ECAR are met in respect of the transferee.
5.4.5 Consent or approval to the proposed
transfer may be refused if the ECAA is not satisfied that the proposed
transferee will be able to operate and maintain the airport properly or if
significant changes to the operational aspects of the airport will result or
will be made by the transferee (e.g. reduction in runway, taxiway or apron
facilities; changes in the conditions of the existing certificate unaccepta=
ble
to tile ECAA: inadequacy or inappropriateness of the new staffing arrangeme=
nts
or significant revisions to the aerodrome certification manual).
5.4.6 If the ECAA decides to =
deny
consent or approval, it should advise transferee, in writing, within the pe=
riod
specified in the Egyptian Civil Aviation Regulation stating the reasons for
denial.
Note: If the ECAA does not consent to the trans=
fer
of an aerodrome certificate, it shall
notify the transferee, in writing, of its reasons no later than 7 days
after making that decision
5.4.7 ECAA STAFF REQUIREMENT:=
The ECAA staff requirement for carrying out=
the
transfer of an aerodrome certificate may include:
(a)
(b) Aerodrome<=
/span> Certification and
Surveillance Inspectors =
(ACSI);
5.5 SURRENDER OF AN AERODROME=
CERTIFICATE:
5.5.1 Egyptian Civil
Aviation regulations provide for the cancellation of an aerodrome=
certificate if an aerodrome=
operator voluntarily g=
ives
notice in writing to the ECAA.
5.5.2 Upon receipt of the notice, the ECAA
should:
(a) Verify the credentials =
of
the operator requesting cancellation as the certificate holder;
(b) Verify that the notification received from =
the aerodrome=
operator meets the requirements of Egyptian Civil Aviation Regulations; and
(c) Check that the informat=
ion
provided by the aerodrome operator includes the
following:
(i) If the airport is to
remain open, an appropriate NOTAM has been promulgated to advise the change of
status; and
(ii) If the airport is =
to
be closed to all traffic, sufficient safety measures have been taken by the=
aerodrome=
operator, such as the
removal of wind socks and markings, the provision of appropriate closed
markings, unserviceability markers and such other visual aids as necessary<=
/span>.
5.5.3 An aerodrome certificate holder must give the ECAA not
less than 30 days' written notice of the date on which the certificate is t=
o be
surrendered in order that suitable promulgation action can be taken.
5.5.4 The ECAA will cancel the certificat=
e on
the date specified in the notice.
5.5.5 If the application for cancellation=
of
the certificate is found to be in order, a competent official of the ECAA
should issue a letter cancelling the certificate effective from the date
specified in the notice given by the certificate holder.
5.5.6 If the aerodrome is to remain open for =
use
as an uncertified aerodrome, the ECAA should ensure that the safety requirements at such aerodrome=
s are met.
5.5.7 The Aeronautical Information Service
should be advised to take appropriate action regarding the uncertified stat=
us
of the airport or the closure of the airport, for AIP publication, as the c=
ase
may be, in accordance with ECAR Part 173.
5.6. OBTA=
INING
CERTIFICATE NUMBERS AND CERTIFICATE NUMBER CONSTRUCTION:
The LACSI is responsible for ensuri=
ng
that a certificate number is obtained from the DASS office.
5.6.1 Obt=
aining
Precertification Numbers and Final Certificate Numbers:
(a)=
The
Directorate of Standards & Safety (DASS), Certificate Project Manager (=
CPM)
and Lead Aerodrome Certification and Surveillance Inspectors (LACSI) are
responsible for obtaining precertification numbers during certification of =
an
applicant seeking for an Aerodrome Certificate. Upon receipt of a
Pre-application Statement of Intent, Expression of interest (ECAA Form 2002-4-AOC), the head o=
f DASS
and sector's administrator will determine which ACSI will be assigned
responsibility for the certification project and assignment of Certificate
Project Manager (CPM). The LACSI and or sectors staff specialist will then contact=
the
XXX-2000 to obtain certificate number from XXX-2000 Local Area Network (LAN)
stating "the purpose of the contact is to request a precertification
number" and provide the following information:
(i) Full official name of t=
he
Airport.
(ii) The location address of the
proposed principal base of operations or location where the business will be
conducted.
(iii) Names of proposed management person=
nel.
(iv) Proposed type of certificate and
applicable ECAR Part (139,171,172, 173, and174, etc).
(v) Proposed startup date.
(vi) Identification of any current or pr=
evious
certificate held by the applicant.
(vii) The requested Four Letters Identifier ICAO location indicators.
(b)=
ECAA,
DASS will attempt to accommodate the airport request for the specific reque=
sted
four letters ICAO location indicators. However, ECAA will provide the sector
staff specialist with a precertification number. The alpha suffix of the
precertification number will always be the letter "P." The sector
staff specialist will complete section 3 of the Expression of interest and
return or forward it to the appropriate XXX-2000, DASS 2100.
(c)=
When
LACSI is ready to prepare the certificate and approve the Aerodrome
Certification Manual for issuance to an aerodrome operator about to be
certificated, the responsible inspector will coordinate directly with DASS-=
2100
to obtain a final certificate number. The responsible inspector shall state
that "the purpose of the contact is to obtain a final certificate numb=
er"
and provide DASS-2100 with the precertification number XXX -2000, DASS-2100
will finalize the alpha suffix and provide the complete final certificate
number to the responsible LACSI. The responsible inspector must confirm that
there has been no change in the type of certificate or type of operation fr=
om
the time the precertification number was issued to the time the certificate=
is
to be issued. The type certificate element code must be consistent with the
type certificate to be issued and the appropriate operating regulations.
(d)=
Certificate
Number Construction: This discussion provides background information on the
methods used to construct certificate numbers. Local Area Network (LAN) is
responsible for the management and control of all aerodrome operator certif=
icate
numbers using a systematic scheme, which provides a standardized format, a
multitude of certificate numbers, and a centralized assignment, storage, and
retrieval location.
5.6.2 Ele=
ments
of A Certificate Number:
(a)=
The
certificate number has four elements as follows:
(i) " ICAO Location
Indicators " element.
(ii) "Type" (Land or Sea=
Aerodromes)
" element.
(iii) "Numeric" element.
(iv) "Alpha Suffix" element.
(b) An example of an aerodrome oper=
ator
certificate number using these four elements would be HECA-LA-01-A (without
dashes HECALA01A). This number, divided into its four elements, is illustra=
ted
as follows:
|
ICAO Fo=
ur
Letters Identifier |
|
|
(c)=
The
certificate number elements are described as follow:
(i) Element 1: The " I=
CAO
location indicators " element is a Four Letters Identifier character
designation, which makes possible unique combinations for each type of
certificate.
(ii) Element 2: The "type&quo=
t;
certificate element code identifies the type of certificate and/or the
applicable operating regulations specified as follows:
|
Air Opera=
tors -
Type of Certificate |
|
|
|
Land Ae=
rodrome
Certificate |
|
|
|
Sea Aer=
odrome
Certificate |
|
|
|
Heliport
Certificate (Helicopter ) |
|
|
(iii) Ele=
ment 3:
The "numeric" element provides up to 99 unique certificate number
combinations for each type of certificate (01 to 99).
(d)=
It
should be noted from the preceding examples that the second element (type of
certificate code) is the key element identifying the activity of the
certificate holder.. Each kind of certificate is readily identified by the =
type
of certificate code. For example:
· HECA-LA-01: Land Aerodrome Certific=
ate.
· HXXX-SA-02: Sea Aerodrome Certifica=
te.
· HXXX-HP-03: Heliport Certificate (H=
elicopter).
5.6.3 Precertification Number Constructio=
n:
T=
he
letter "P" is used as the alpha suffix element for the temporary
designation of an applicant who has stated intent to apply for a ECAA Aerod=
rome
Certificate (for example, HXXX-LA-02P). The complete four-element number wi=
th P
as the last element serves as the "Precertification Number." Upon
successful completion of the certification process, the unique certificate
number combinations for each certificate. The appropriate certificate numbe=
r combinations
element (01 through 99, excluding P) as applicable.
5.6.4 Restrictions and Provisions for
Certificate Number Construction:
In
the assignment of certificate numbers: the complete certificate number (all
eight characters), as assigned to an organization, will never be reassigned=
to
another airport.
5.6.5 Preparation of Certificate:<=
/b>
T=
he =
aerodrome certificate, as appropriate, will be prepared =
in
the DASS office for the manager's signature. The newly certificated operator
cannot conduct any operations without the certificate in possession. The
operator may elect to pick up the certificate from the DASS office in perso=
n,
or it may be mailed to an address the operator specifies.
=
=
5.7 EXEMPTIONS
5.7.1 Exemption to Standards:
(=
a) Any change to standards
applicable to an airport design or construction project necessary to
accommodate a unique local condition on a specific project and approved pri=
or
to construction of the modification. An exemption to standards should not be
issued where projects were not constructed to current design standards. The=
se
areas should be identified in the aerodrome certification manual.<=
/span>
(b) The ECAA may exempt=
, in
writing, an aerodrome operator from complying with specific provisions of t=
hese
regulations. Before the ECAA decides to exempt the aerodrome operator, the =
ECAA
must take into account all safety-related aspects. An exemption is subject =
to
the aerodrome operator complying with the conditions and procedures specifi=
ed
by the ECAA in the aerodrome certificate as being necessary in the interest=
of
safety. When an aerodrome does not meet the requirement of a Standard and
Recommended Practices (SARPs) in ECARs in the latest version and the Nation=
al
Aviation 28/81 and practices as amended from time to time, the ECAA may
determine, after carrying out aeronautical studies, only if and where permi=
tted
by the standards and practices, the conditions and procedures that are
necessary to ensure a level of safety equivalent to that established by the
relevant standard or practice.
5.7.2 Deviation:
Deviation from a standard or practice and the conditions and procedu=
res
shall be set out in an endorsement on the aerodrome certificate.
5.7.3
Procedures-139.111:
(a) In accordance with Section 13=
9.111
of the regulation, the certificate holder may petition for an exemption from
any requirement of ECAR 139. The ACSI must determine that:
(i) Any exemptions issued to the airport are curre=
nt
and necessary.
(ii) All conditions of the current exemptions are being m=
et.
(iii) Appropriate steps are being taken t=
oward
correcting deficiencies that made the exemption necessary.
(b) Exemptions shall be time limited and normally not ex=
ceed
1 year. Exemptions that require more than 1 year must be coordinated with the DASS and shall be monitored during the =
annual
Airport Certification Inspection. This keeps the exemption in the review
process which results in closer monitoring of aerodrome operator actions to
terminate the exemption.
(c) Exemptions for ARFF requirements will not be conside=
red
except under unusual situations, and must be coordinated with the DASS .
(d) Current exemptions will be kept with the individual =
aerodrome=
certification file and
available for inspection.
5.8 PETITIONS FOR EXEMPTIONS
5.8.1
Processing the Petition:
a. Initial Review for Compliance
(i) An explanation of the nature and extent of the
relief sought.
(ii) Information, views, or arguments to support the acti=
on
sought.
(iii) The reason why granting the request=
would
be in the public interest.
(iv) The reason why the exemption would not adversely affect sa=
fety
or the action to be taken by the petitioner to provide a level of safety eq=
ual
to that provided by the rule from which the exemption is sought.
b. Petition Does Not Meet Requirements: If the petition does n=
ot
include the information required, a letter of rejection is prepared for
signature by the DASS. This letter explains why the petition does not satis=
fy
the requirements and is to be sent to the petitioner within 30 days of the
receipt of the petition.
c. Petition Does Meet the Requirements: If the petition meets =
the
requirements the ECAA prepares a letter acknowledging receipt of the petiti=
on
within 30 days. This letter is signed by the DASS.
d. Time Requirements: The petition must, unl=
ess
good cause is shown. be submitted at least 120 days before the proposed
effective date of the exemption. This means that normally the petitioner may
not expect final action in less than 120 days from the time of submittal to=
the
ECAA. Petitioners in exemption action are not notified until the grant or
denial of the petition has been issued.
5.8.2 Procedures for Gr=
anting
or Denying the Petition for an Exemption:
a. Decision to Grant: After
completing the analysis of the petition, the ECAA may conclude
that the petitioner's arguments support a grant of exemption. In this case,=
the
ECAA will draft a document granting the exemption for the signature by the
DASS.
b. Decision to Deny: After
reviewing all of the issues involved, the ECAA may determine that the
petitioner has not shown reasonable support to granting the exemption. A
decision to deny the exemption is based on the determination that the exemp=
tion
would not be in the public interest, would adversely affect safety, or, if
applicable, would not provide a level of safety equal to the rule. Under su=
ch
circumstances, the ECAA will prepare a denial of the exemption document for
signature by the DASS. The denial document responds to the same questions c=
ited
in the grant of exemption and shall include the ECAA 's rebuttal to the
petitioner's arguments.
c. Partial Grant of an Exemption
d. Document Contents: The document granting the exemption should
answer the following questions:
(i) What was the petitioner's request?
(ii) What does the current rule require?
(iii) What arguments did the petitioner u=
se to
support the request?
(iv) If the ECAA does n=
ot
agree with all of the arguments presented by the petitioner to support the
grant of exemption, these reasons shall be discussed. All issues presented =
by
the petitioner are to be addressed. The document should discuss how granting
the request will not adversely affect safety and should explain how the act=
ion
proposed by the petitioner will provide a level of safety‑ equal to t=
he
rule. Any conditions, design modifications, operating limitations, expirati=
on
date, etc. must be made part of the granting clause.
The format for these documents is shown in Appe=
ndix
25 of Doc. No. 2002-1.
e. Co-ordination and Signature: The =
ECAA
will co-ordinate the appropriate grant or denial of the petition for exempt=
ion
within the DASS. The document is then sent to the DASS for signature. The E=
CAA
will provide an exemption number, type this number on the upper right‑=
;hand
corner of the first page and mail the original denial or grant document to =
the
petitioner. The exemption number goes on this document even if the document=
is
a denial of the exemption.
5.8.3 Petition for
Reconsideration:
a. Filing a Petition for Reconsideration: A
petition for reconsideration is a petition to reconsider a previous denial =
or
grant of an exemption.
(i) A petition for reconsideration of a denial of =
an
exemption is to be filed with the ECAA within 30 days after a petitioner is
notified of a denial of exemption.
(ii) A party other than the initial petitioner may file a
petition for reconsideration of a grant of exemption. This petition for
reconsideration must be filed within 45 days after a grant of exemption is
issued.
b. Processing a Petition for Reconsideration: The
petition for reconsideration must be based on additional information. The
procedures for processing a petition for reconsideration are the same as th=
ose
for processing a denial or grant of petition for exemption.
5.8.4 Request for an Extension of the
Termination Date of an Exemption:
Upon receipt of a reque=
st
from a petitioner to extend the termination date of an exemption, the ECAA
shall prepare a letter of agreement or denial for the signature of the DASS.
The following information is to be included: The E=
CAR
139 Section, Date of incoming petition, "Grant of
extension" statement, and Exemption number (after signed).
A copy of the extension=
or
denial shall be sent to the ECAA prior to the original exemption termination
date. See Appendix 26 of Doc. No. 2002-1 for an example of the proper format
and the required language which is to be included in the letter granting or
denying the extension.
5.9.1 Initial Inspection:
This is =
the
first inspection conducted by an ACSI or initial inspection board prior to
issuance of an aerodrome certificate.
5.9.2 Annual Inspection:
This is =
an annual
inspection conducted by a credentialed ACSI. Its purpose is to insure that =
the
certificate holder meets the requirements of ECAR 139 and the aerodrome=
certification manual. A full record and report of the inspection mu=
st
be made and retained in the program files. This type of inspection is
recommended to be conducted at least once per year.
5.9.3 Regular inspections:
Conducted
every four months, its purpose is to insure that the certificate holder mee=
ts
specific requirements of ECAR 139 and the aerodrome
certification manual. The contents of the regular inspections shall be at t=
he
discretion of ACSIs, but be limited to the provisions of ECAR
5.9.4 Surveillance Inspections:
These are announced or unannounced
inspections conducted in addition to the annual and regular inspections. Th=
ese
inspections may be conducted for any number of reasons; a follow-up to an
annual or regular inspection finding, to monitor airfield construction, or =
test
the airport’s continued compliance with the aerodrome=
certification manual and ECAR 139 requirements. They are flexible in
coverage and may encompass only a portion of the certification requirements=
. A
record must be made of the visit and sent to DASS. These inspections are not
intended to be all-inclusive, but may be.
5.10 CERTIFICATION REPORT:
When the new =
aerodrome operator is certificated, the LACSI is respons=
ible
for assembling a certification report. This report must be signed by the LA=
CSI
and will include the name and title of each team member who assisted in the
certification project. The report will be maintained in the permanent file,=
at
the DASS Record Office, relating to the new =
aerodrome operator during the business life of the aerodrome operator. This report will be valuable in preparing
surveillance plan, since it will have highlighted possible weak areas, which
can be emphasized during an inspection. The report shall consist of the following sections:
a. The
Expression of Interest.
b. The
Formal Application letter.
c. The
ECAR Part 139 Compliance Statement.
d. A
copy of the Approved /Accept Aerodrome
Certification Manual.
e. format
for an Exemption Documents, Appendix 25 of Doc. No. 2002-1.
f. =
Aerodrome Certification Manual Transmittal Letter, Appen=
dix
22 of Doc. No. 2002-1.
g. Certification
Action Letter, Appendix 19 of Doc. No. 2002-1.
h. A
copy of the Aerodrome Certificate issued, Appendix 4 of Doc. No. 200=
2-1.
<=
span
lang=3DEN-GB style=3D'mso-bidi-font-size:12.0pt;mso-bidi-font-family:"Times=
New Roman";
mso-fareast-language:EN-US'>i.
Correspondence: Any correspondence that relates to the ECAR 139 prog=
ram.
j.
Inspection Records: ECAR Form 2002‑7 (Appendix 6 of Doc. No.
2002-1).
k. Enforcement Material: Keep a copy of all
enforcement packages until final disposition of the issue.
l. =
Suspense
Files/System: A system for monitoring corrective action dates must be maintained by th=
e DASS
m. A sum=
mary
of major difficulties experienced during the certification process and/or a=
ny
recommendations that may enhance the process must be noted by phase and
specialty. This summary will be entered into the airport Program Tracking a=
nd
Reporting in chronological order and will be maintained in the archival
records. For standardisation, the following format for summaries of major
difficulties and/or recommendations will be arranged as follows:
(i) Preapplication Phase (Operations, Maintenan=
ce,
ARFF). Include summaries of difficulties or recommendations by specialty.
(ii) Formal Application Phase (Operations,
Maintenance, ARFF). Include summaries of difficulties or recommendations by
specialty.
(iii) Document Compliance Phase (Operations,
Maintenance, ARFF). Include summaries of difficulties or recommendations by
specialty.
(iv) Demonstration and Inspection Phase
(Operations, Maintenance, ARFF). Include summaries of difficulties or
recommendations by specialty.
5.1=
0.1 Certification Report Retention:.
(a) The DASS office shall retain the original of the
certification report as long as the certificate holder remains active.
(b) A copy of the certificat=
ion
report for a ECAR Part 139 shall be forwarded to the Engineering and Projec=
ts
Sector office for review and action, if appropriate. The review process sha=
ll
include an analysis of the major difficulties experienced during the
certification process.
SECTION
2
ECAR 139 PROCEDURES
1. PREREQUISITES AND COORDINATION REQUIREMENTS:=
1.1 Prerequisites:
This task requires knowledge of the regulatory requirements of ECAR =
part 139, as applicable and Egyptian Civil Aviation
Authority (ECAA), Policies and Procedures Manual (PPM). Additionally, the
person accomplishing this task must be qualified as an Aviation Safety
Inspector (ASI) (operations), Aerodrome Certification Surveillance
Inspector (ACSI)
2. REFERENCES, FORMS, AND JOB AIDS:
2.1 References:
·=
ECAR Parts 139.
·=
Airport Certification
Program Handbook, ECAA Doc. No. 2002-1.
·=
EAC 139-1, Aerodrome Certification Procedures and EAC 139-2, Aerodrome C=
ertification
Manual (ACM).
·=
EAC 139 -3, Airport Emergency Plan (AEP).
·=
Policy and Procedures Manual (PPM), Doc. No.
2000-3000.
2.2 Forms:
Appen=
dixs of Doc. No. 2002-1, as follow:&nb=
sp;
Military Exemptions
(Reserved) Sample Ecological Stu=
dy
Correspondence Aerodro=
me Certification Appli=
cation (a) Aerodrome Certificate<=
/span> Inspection Confirmati=
on
Letter Airport
Certification/Safety Inspection Checklist ARFF Training Checkli=
st Fuel Storage Area
Checklist Mobile Fueler Checkli=
st (a) Letter of Correction (b) Letter of Correction ‑ Long Form=
at Letter of Investigation Investigation close-out Letter Warning Letter Discrepancy close-out Letter Inspection close-out Letter Airport Certification Activity Report Tower Chief Interview Checklist Enforcement Investigative Report Certification Action Letter. Non‑commercial Certificate Letter. Grants of Exemption. Aerodrome Certification Manual Transmittal
Letters.