02 USOAP CMA Protocol Questions - AGA - 20180118

USOAP CMA 2017 Protocol Questions Page 1 of 64
Aerodromes and ground aids — AGA
Explanatory Note on the 2017 Edition of the Protocol Questions (PQs):
Revised on the basis of the 2016 edition, this 2017 edition of the USOAP CMA Protocol Questions (PQs) excludes aspects related specifically to the State
Safety Programme (SSP).
To reflect the roll-out of Amendment 1 to Annex 19 to the Chicago Convention — Safety Management (Second Edition, July 2016) and the publication of
the fourth edition of the Safety Management Manual (SMM) (Doc 9859), a dedicated set of SSP-related PQs will be developed and used in the assessment
of select States, on a voluntary but non-confidential basis, starting from the last quarter of 2018 (pending applicability of Amendment 1 to Annex 19 in
November 2019). ICAO assessments using the SSP-related PQs will then formally commence in 2020, to be conducted in States which meet the criteria
established by ICAO in line with the Global Aviation Safety Plan (GASP).
Introduction to the ICAO USOAP CMA Protocol Questions
Protocol Questions (PQs) are the primary tool used in the ICAO Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme (USOAP) Continuous Monitoring
Approach (CMA) for assessing the effective implementation of the eight critical elements (CEs) of a State safety oversight system. Developed based on
ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs), Procedures for Air Navigation Services (PANS) and ICAO guidance material, the PQs are
revised periodically by ICAO to reflect amendments to the ICAO provisions and reference documents.
The PQs are organized by audit areas and each PQ is associated with one of the eight CEs.
The eight audit areas are as follows: The eight CEs are as follows:
1) Primary aviation legislation and specific operating regulations CE-1. Primary aviation legislation
(LEG); CE-2. Specific operating regulations
2) Civil aviation organization (ORG); CE-3. State system and functions
3) Personnel licensing and training (PEL); CE-4. Qualified technical personnel
4) Aircraft operations (OPS); CE-5. Technical guidance, tools and provision of safety-critical
5) Airworthiness of aircraft (AIR); information
6) Aircraft accident and incident investigation (AIG); CE-6. Licensing, certification, authorization and approval obligations
7) Air navigation services (ANS); and CE-7. Surveillance obligations
8) Aerodromes and ground aids (AGA). CE-8. Resolution of safety issues
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States are expected to use the PQs to conduct regular self-assessments and in this way, monitor the health of their aviation safety oversight system in a
proactive manner.
A State is deemed to have fully addressed a PQ when it has implemented all the required elements of the PQ and has provided ICAO with the relevant
evidence. This generates a “satisfactory” status of implementation for the PQ. If the State provides insufficient or no evidence of compliance with the
elements outlined in the PQ, the PQ is assessed as “not satisfactory”. The State is required to develop and implement a corrective action plan (CAP)
which addresses all elements of the “not satisfactory” PQ, including presentation of the necessary supporting documentation and evidence.
The status of each PQ for a State is reflected in the USOAP CMA Online Framework (http://www.icao.int/usoap) and summarized in the activity report.
For reference purposes, the PQs are hereby presented in a table format. Each PQ is assigned a PQ number (e.g. 1.001), associated with a CE (e.g. CE-1),
and supplemented by the relevant “Guidance for Review of Evidence” and “ICAO References”. PQs shown in shaded rows can be assessed only in a
USOAP CMA on-site activity.
For each PQ, the corresponding “Guidance for Review of Evidence” provides an itemized list of elements to be implemented by the State in order to
address the PQ satisfactorily. When preparing for a USOAP CMA audit, States should use these listed elements, as applicable, to prepare the necessary
supporting documentation and evidence for all PQs within the scope of the audit. When preparing for an ICAO Coordinated Validation Mission (ICVM),
States should provide the necessary supporting documentation and evidence for all PQs, within the scope of the ICVM, that were previously assessed as
“not satisfactory”.
Representatives of a State’s civil aviation authority/investigation authority who participate in USOAP CMA activities should be familiar with each PQ
and the related “Guidance for Review of Evidence” that will be addressed during the activities. All the information and evidence for each PQ that are to
be provided to the USOAP CMA activity team should be prepared in advance.
The “Summary of Amendments” table provides a list of new/amended/deleted PQs and a brief description of the amendments.

For the 2017 edition of the PQs, the total number of PQs is 943 and a breakdown for each area is shown below:
Area Number of 2017 PQs

1 LEG 23
2 ORG 14
3 PEL 99
4 OPS 146
5 AIR 210
6 AIG 104
7 ANS 179
8 AGA 168
TOTAL NUMBER 943
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General Guidelines for All Areas
Legislation, Primary Aviation Legislation and Specific Operating Regulations
The term “legislation” in the USOAP CMA Protocol Questions is used as a generic term to include primary aviation legislation and specific operating
regulations.
The term “primary aviation legislation” in the USOAP CMA Protocol Questions includes any legislative provision and/or instrument promulgated and
enforceable in the State (e.g. laws, acts, codes and international treaties).
The term “specific operating regulations” in the USOAP CMA Protocol Questions includes any binding regulatory provisions and/or instruments in the
State (e.g. regulations, decrees, rules, and orders).
Processes and Procedures
Processes and procedures should clarify who does what, how, when (or within what timeframes) and in coordination with whom, as applicable.
Delegation of Duties and Tasks
When a State has delegated some of its safety oversight duties and tasks to another State or organization, the PQs on the delegation may have to be
evaluated with the entity to which the duties and tasks have been delegated.
The State remains responsible for ensuring that the delegated tasks are performed, at all times, by qualified individuals who ensure the
implementation of the applicable legislation as well as the established processes and procedures. There should also be a system in place for conducting
surveillance of the delegated tasks and a process for the resolution of identified safety deficiencies.
Regulatory Function versus Service Provider Function
For a State which has not established a clear separation between its regulatory function and its service provider function or where the State Civil Aviation
Authority (CAA) is both the regulator AND the service provider, the related PQs remain applicable.

Industry Visits
Industry visits are conducted to review and verify that the implementation of the established requirements, procedures and safe practices in each
area complies with ICAO provisions and the State’s applicable national legislation.
On-Site Activity
PQs that can only be assessed in a USOAP CMA on-site activity are shown in shaded rows in the PQ table.
Annex
The term “Annex” in the USOAP CMA Protocol Questions stands for Annex to the Chicago Convention.
ICAO References
The ICAO references are grouped under the following categories (shown here in alphabetical order): Assembly Resolution (AR), Chicago Convention
(CC), ICAO Guidance Material (GM), Procedures for Air Navigation Services (PANS), Recommended Practice (RP), Standard (STD), State Letter (SL)
and Regional Supplementary Procedures (SUPPS).
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Specific Guidelines for AGA
The AGA PQs are used to assess the aerodrome certification and surveillance system of States. They are based on the SARPs of Annex 14 to the Chicago
Convention as well as relevant ICAO guidance material.
The aerodrome certification and surveillance system in place should cover not only international aerodromes, but also aerodromes open to public use. With
respect to guidance material, their availability to both the regulatory personnel and the aerodrome operators should be ensured through an established
mechanism.
Applicability of Certain PQs
For States without heliports or heliports open to international operations, all related PQs are to be marked as “not applicable”.
For States which do not have snow, all PQs on snow are “not applicable” to them.
For States which do not need advanced surface movement guidance and control systems (A-SMGCS) due to the type of their operations, all PQs on
A-SMGCS are similarly “not applicable” to them.
Industry Visits
Some PQs will be verified during industry visits, such as those on the protective and respiratory equipment for rescue and firefighting (RFF) personnel,
RFF training, emergency plan reviews, command centres, sampling of aerodrome manuals and implementation of driver requirements for personnel
authorized to drive in the movement areas.
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Acronyms and Abbreviations
A = Annex NAVAID = Aid to air navigation, also navigation aid

ACN = Aircraft Classification Number NOTAM = Notice to Airmen
AGA = Aerodromes and Ground Aids OJT = On-the-job Training
AIP = Aeronautical Information Publication OLS = Obstacle Limitation Surface
AIS = Aeronautical Information Service PCN = Pavement Classification Number
A-SMGCS = Advanced Surface Movement Guidance and Control PQ = Protocol Question
System RESA = Runway End Safety Area
ATS = Air Traffic Service RFF = Rescue and Fire Fighting
CAA = Civil Aviation Authority RP = Recommended Practice contained in an Annex to the
CC = Chicago Convention Chicago Convention
CE = Critical Element RVR = Runway visual range
CFIT = Controlled Flight into Terrain SARPs = Standards and Recommended Practices
CIR = ICAO Circular SMGCS = Surface Movement Guidance and Control System
CMA = Continuous Monitoring Approach STD = International Standard contained in an Annex to the
DASS = Directorate of Aerodromes Safety and Standards Chicago Convention
FATO = Final Approach and Take-off Area USOAP = Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme
GM = ICAO Guidance Material
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List of ICAO Reference Documents
Doc 7300 — Convention on International Civil Aviation Part 1 — Master Planning

(also known as the Chicago Convention) Part 2 — Land Use and Environmental Control
Annex 11 — Air Traffic Services Part 3 — Guidelines for Consultant/Construction Services
Annex 13 — Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation Doc 9261 — Heliport Manual
Annex 14 — Aerodromes Doc 9332 — Manual on the ICAO Bird Strike Information System
Volume I — Aerodrome Design and Operations (IBIS)
Volume II — Heliports Doc 9426 — Air Traffic Services Planning Manual
Annex 15 — Aeronautical Information Services Doc 9476 — Manual on Surface Movement Guidance and Control
Annex 16 — Environmental Protection Systems (SMGCS)
Volume I — Aircraft Noise Doc 9643 — Manual on Simultaneous Operations on Parallel or Near-
Doc 9137 — Airport Services Manual Parallel Instrument Runways
Part 1 — Rescue and Fire Fighting Doc 9683 — Human Factors Training Manual
Part 2 — Pavement Surface Conditions Doc 9734 — Safety Oversight Manual
Part 3 — Wildlife Control and Reduction Part A — The Establishment and Management of a State’s Safety
Part 5 — Removal of Disabled Aircraft Oversight System
Part 6 — Control of Obstacles Doc 9735 — Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme Continuous
Part 7 — Airport Emergency Planning Monitoring Manual
Part 8 — Airport Operational Services Doc 9774 — Manual on Certification of Aerodromes
Part 9 — Airport Maintenance Practices Doc 9806 — Human Factors Guidelines for Safety Audits Manual
Doc 9150 — Stolport Manual Doc 9830 — Advanced Surface Movement Guidance and Control
Doc 9157 — Aerodrome Design Manual Systems (A-SMGCS) Manual
Part 1 — Runways Doc 9870 — Manual on the Prevention of Runway Incursions
Part 2 — Taxiways, Aprons and Holding Bays Doc 9981 — Procedures for Air Navigation Services — Aerodromes
Part 3 — Pavements Cir 305 — Operation of New Larger Aeroplanes at Existing
Part 4 — Visual Aids Aerodromes
Part 5 — Electrical Systems Cir 329 — Assessment Measurement and Reporting of Runway Surface
Part 6 — Frangibility Conditions
Doc 9184 — Airport Planning Manual

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SUMMARY OF AMENDMENTS – AGA PQs
Note 1.— The PQs are listed here sequentially for convenience. This may differ from their order on the USOAP CMA Online Framework or in the following
document.
Note 2.— The PQs in the shaded rows require a USOAP CMA on-site activity. For the remaining PQs, no on-site activity is required in most cases.
PQ No. PQ No. Type of Amendment

(CMA (CMA No Description of Amendments
2016) 2017) New Revised Merged Deleted
change
8.052 N/A ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☒ PQ has been deleted.
8.001 8.001 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.003 8.003 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.005 8.005 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.009 8.009 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.011 8.011 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.013 8.013 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.015 8.015 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.017 8.017 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.019 8.019 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.031 8.031 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.

change
8.033 8.033 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.035 8.035 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.039 8.039 ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ ☐ Guidance revised.
8.040 8.040 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.042 8.042 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.045 8.045 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.047 8.047 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.048 8.048 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.049 8.049 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.050 8.050 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.053 8.053 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.057 8.057 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.063 8.063 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.065 8.065 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.067 8.067 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.069 8.069 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.071 8.071 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.073 8.073 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.081 8.081 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.084 8.084 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.085 8.085 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.086 8.086 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.087 8.087 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.089 8.089 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.091 8.091 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.093 8.093 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.097 8.097 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.

change
8.099 8.099 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.101 8.101 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.103 8.103 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.105 8.105 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.107 8.107 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.111 8.111 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.113 8.113 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.115 8.115 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.119 8.119 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.121 8.121 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.123 8.123 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.132 8.132 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.133 8.133 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.134 8.134 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.135 8.135 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.137 8.137 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.139 8.139 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.141 8.141 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.143 8.143 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.145 8.145 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.147 8.147 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.149 8.149 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.151 8.151 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.153 8.153 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.155 8.155 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.157 8.157 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.161 8.161 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.162 8.162 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.163 8.163 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.165 8.165 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.

change
8.169 8.169 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.171 8.171 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.172 8.172 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.173 8.173 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.175 8.175 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.177 8.177 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.179 8.179 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.181 8.181 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.182 8.182 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.183 8.183 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.185 8.185 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.191 8.191 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.201 8.201 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.202 8.202 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.203 8.203 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.205 8.205 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.209 8.209 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.211 8.211 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.215 8.215 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.216 8.216 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.217 8.217 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.219 8.219 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.221 8.221 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.222 8.222 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.223 8.223 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.225 8.225 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.227 8.227 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.233 8.233 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.235 8.235 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.237 8.237 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.

change
8.239 8.239 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.245 8.245 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.251 8.251 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.252 8.252 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.253 8.253 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.255 8.255 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.257 8.257 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.259 8.259 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.261 8.261 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.273 8.273 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.275 8.275 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.277 8.277 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.279 8.279 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.281 8.281 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.283 8.283 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.285 8.285 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.287 8.287 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.289 8.289 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.291 8.291 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.293 8.293 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.297 8.297 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.299 8.299 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.301 8.301 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.303 8.303 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.305 8.305 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.307 8.307 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.309 8.309 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.311 8.311 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.313 8.313 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.315 8.315 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.

change
8.317 8.317 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.319 8.319 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.321 8.321 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.323 8.323 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.326 8.326 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.327 8.327 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.328 8.328 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.329 8.329 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.331 8.331 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.333 8.333 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.335 8.335 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.337 8.337 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.339 8.339 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.341 8.341 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.345 8.345 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.347 8.347 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.349 8.349 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.367 8.367 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.369 8.369 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.373 8.373 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.375 8.375 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.377 8.377 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.381 8.381 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.383 8.383 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.385 8.385 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.387 8.387 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.389 8.389 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.391 8.391 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.393 8.393 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.

change
8.395 8.395 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.401 8.401 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.403 8.403 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.405 8.405 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.409 8.409 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.411 8.411 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.413 8.413 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
8.415 8.415 ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ No change.
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PQ No. Protocol Question Guidance for Review of Evidence ICAO References CE

8.001 Has the State promulgated aerodrome regulations to 1) Title and content. CC CE-2
enable the State to implement the provisions of 2) Date of promulgation and last Art. 28
Annex 14? amendment. GM
3) Verify regulations reflect latest Annex Doc 9734
amendment applicable. Part A, C3
8.003 Has the State implemented procedures for the 1) Documented evidence of effective CC CE-2
amendment of its specific regulations, taking into implementation of procedures for the Art. 37
consideration ICAO provisions and their amendment of the regulations. GM
amendments? 2) Amendments of regulations effected in a Doc 9734
timely manner whenever an Annex 14 Part A, C3
amendment is received.
3) Verify the action taken by the State after
receipt of the last amendments of Annex 14.
The development of these procedures is

addressed in PQ LEG PQ 1.009.

8.005 Has the State promulgated legislation/regulations Verify legislation/regulations. CC CE-2
for the certification of aerodromes? Art. 15
STD
A14
Vol. I, 1.4.1
GM
Doc 9774
2.2 b)
Doc 9734
Part A, C3
8.009 Do the State regulations provide for the CAA to Verify regulations. GM CE-2
conduct continuing oversight of aerodrome Doc 9734
operators and associated service providers? Part A, C3

8.011 If the State is involved in the provision of 1) Review established method used to ensure GM CE-3
aerodrome facilities and services, is there a clear objective and impartial safety management. Doc 9774
separation of authority between the State operators 2) This PQ is linked to ORG 2.021. 1.1
and the State regulatory authority? Doc 9734
Part A, C2 & C3
8.013 Has the State promulgated legislative provisions 1) Review legislative provisions. GM CE-1
enabling the aerodrome regulatory authority to 2) Verify that the CAA has the authority to Doc 9734
impose operating restrictions and/or sanctions at a impose operating restrictions and/or Part A, C3
certified aerodrome, in the event of non-compliance sanctions. Doc 9774
with the certification requirements or an unresolved 2.2 f)
safety deficiency/concern?
8.015 Has the State implemented procedures for 1) Documented evidence of effective CC CE-2
identifying and notifying differences, if any, to implementation of existing procedures. Art. 37 & 38
ICAO? 2) Review CC/EFOD for Annex 14, Volume GM
I and Volume II, as applicable. Doc 9734
- The development of these procedures is Part A, C3
addressed in LEG PQ 1.025.

8.017 If the State has adopted aerodrome regulations from 1) Verify regulatory framework. CC CE-2
another State/organization, has it implemented 2) Confirm implementation of the procedures Art. 37 & 38
procedures for ensuring that these regulations when:
comply with Annex 14 initially and on an ongoing a) amendments are made by the
basis, subsequent to an Annex amendment or an originating State/organization.
amendment by the originating State/Organization? b) Annex 14 is amended.
3) Review a sample case.
- The development of these procedures is


8.019 Has the State the means in place to ensure that Verify the means available to access the GM CE-2
copies of aerodrome enabling regulations and regulations and supplementary regulatory Doc 9734
directives, orders, circulars, publications, etc. are instruments (i.e. National Gazette, Part A, C3
readily available to the public? government printing office, Internet, etc.).
- The publication of legislation is addressed

in LEG PQ 1.011.

8.031 Has the State established an organizational 1) Confirm current approved organizational GM CE-3
structure, e.g. a Directorate of Aerodromes Safety structure for CAA and DASS, including lines Doc 9774
and Standards (DASS), for airport certification and of responsibility. 5.1 & 5.4
surveillance activities? 2) Note names and acronyms of the Doc 9734
established authorities and each section Part A, C3
dealing with aerodrome certification and
surveillance activities.
3) Cross-check with State Aviation Activity
Questionnaire (SAAQ).
- This PQ is not linked to the ORG PQ 2.010.

8.033 Are all the functions and responsibilities of the Review document detailing the functions and GM CE-3
aerodrome regulatory authority clearly defined? responsibilities for inclusion of: Doc 9774
a) Development of aerodrome standards, 5.2
b) Aerodrome certification,
c) Safety oversight audits,
d) Notification to the AIS and other
organizations,
e) Other safety functions, and
f) Compliance and enforcement.
- This PQ is not linked to the ORG PQ 2.011.

8.035 Have job descriptions been developed for technical 1) Review job descriptions for all aerodrome GM CE-3
staff and key management personnel of the regulatory and inspectorate staff. Doc 9734
aerodrome regulatory authority? 2) Check that the job description includes Part A, C3
tasks related to Annex 14. Doc 9774
5.5
8.039 Does the aerodrome regulatory authority have 1) Review methodology used for GM CE-3
sufficient human resources (including an determining staffing levels. Doc 9734
appropriate mix of technical disciplines given the Part A, C3
size and scope of all the aerodrome operations in 2) List of available experts which Doc 9774
the State) to carry out its functions and mandate? demonstrates a suitable mix of technical 5.4
disciplines, or access to such, appropriate to
aerodrome operations such as:
a) Aerodrome operations,
b) Aircraft operations,
c) Engineering – civil, electrical and air
traffic,
d) Rescue and fire fighting (RFF), and
e) wildlife hazard control.
3) Review ability to carry out all safety

oversight-related tasks, including:
a) reviewing and revising regulations,
b) training technical staff,
c) developing guidance material,
d) issuing approvals and exemptions,
e) conducting surveillance, and
f) resolving identified safety
deficiencies/concerns.
8.040 Has the State established appropriate minimum Verify that the requirements take into Doc 9734 CE-4
qualification and experience requirements for the account sufficient operational and technical Part A, C3
technical staff and key management personnel of work experience commensurate with the
the aerodrome regulatory authority? activities that the inspectors are required to
certify or supervise.

8.042 Does the State ensure that the established minimum 1) Sample recruitment files. Doc 9734 CE-4
qualification and experience requirements are met 2) Cross-check with established Part A, C3
by all technical staff and key management requirements.
personnel of the aerodrome regulatory authority?
8.045 Have aerodrome inspectors been issued credentials Review credentials to ensure: GM CE-3
to facilitate access to aerodrome facilities in the a) Reference to empowering legislation. Doc 9774
State and access to certification documentation for b) Method established to control currency of 2.2 g) & 3D.6
the purpose of inspections and enforcement? credential.
c) Inspector’s photo.

8.047 If the aerodrome regulatory authority delegates its 1) Review documentation clearly defining GM CE-3
duties to other entities (e.g. CAA divisions, State tasks delegated. Doc 9734
bodies, Contracting States, regional organizations or 2) Verify the legal mechanism for the Part A, C3
private agencies), are the delegated tasks clearly delegation. Doc 9774
defined? 4.1.4
8.048 If deficiencies or concerns are identified in the tasks Review examples of corrective actions taken GM CE-8
delegated to other entities or individuals, does the to resolve deficiencies identified during Doc 9734
aerodrome regulatory authority have a process in surveillance activities of the delegated Part A, C3
place for their resolution? entities/individuals.
8.049 If the duties of the aerodrome regulatory authority 1) Review competency requirements for GM CE-4
have been delegated to other entities or individuals, delegated entities or individuals. Doc 9734
have the requirements for competency been Part A, C3
established? 2) Review minimum qualifications and
experience required for individuals receiving
delegation.

8.050 Does the aerodrome regulatory authority conduct 1) Review mechanism for surveillance. GM CE-7
surveillance of tasks delegated to other entities or 2) Review evidence to confirm effective Doc 9734
individuals? implementation. Part A, C3
3) Review that the aspect of maintenance of
competency of relevant personnel is covered.

8.051 Has the aerodrome regulatory authority developed a 1) Review contents of training programme. GM CE-4
formal training programme detailing the type of Doc 9734
training to be provided to aerodrome regulatory and 2) Confirm that it covers all the AGA Part A, C3
inspectorate staff? specialist areas and define all the training Doc 9774
(initial, specialized, OJT) needed, with time 5.5
periods to be provided, as applicable, to
access the different levels of the aerodrome
inspectors’ functions in all the specialist
areas, and maintain (recurrent) them at those
levels.
3) Verify specialized training for:

a) Aerodrome operations,
b) RFF,
c) Wildlife management,
d) Aeronautical studies/risk assessments,
e) Enforcement, and
f) Signs, Markings and Lighting.

8.053 Does the aerodrome regulatory authority develop a 1) Review most recent training plan. GM CE-4
periodic training plans detailing and prioritizing the Doc 9734
type of training to be provided during the 2) Ensure that training plans are: Part A, C3
established period? a) based on relevant training needs of
individual staff members; and
b) prioritized according to the operational
requirements of the unit.

8.055 Is the training programme appropriately Verify that the type and frequency of training GM CE-4
implemented? provided (initial, OJT, recurrent and Doc 9734
specialized) is sufficient for the technical Part A, C3
staff to acquire/maintain the required level of
knowledge, skills, competence and
qualifications in accordance with their
assigned duties and responsibilities.

8.057 Does the aerodrome regulatory authority have a 1) Review requirements/instructions for the GM CE-4
system for the maintenance of training records for establishment and maintenance of training Doc 9734
its technical staff? records. Part A
2) Review the system in place and sample

training records.
3) Verify that training records:

a) are systematically retained, and
b) comprise not only certificates of
attendance, but also information on the
course content.
4) Verify that the training records on the OJT

provided include details on the training
activities performed (e.g. participation as an
observer or performance of tasks under
supervision) and their outcome.

8.063 Does the State issue and maintain up-to- date 1) Review process for issuance. GM CE-5
publications, including guidance material, to ensure Doc 9734
that aerodrome operators are aware of the State 2) Review process for keeping published Part A, C3
regulations and supporting requirements which have documents up-to-date.
to be met for the granting and retention of an
aerodrome certificate? 3) Review list of published documentation to
confirm their relevance, currency and
coverage of most of the AGA specialist
disciplines.

8.065 Are the relevant ICAO documents and other 1) Verify accessibility of documents: GM CE-5
technical publications up-to-date and readily a) State laws and regulations. Doc 9774
available to aerodrome regulatory and inspectorate b) Orders and instructions. 5.3
staff? c) Current copy of Annex 14.
d) Copies of ICAO guidance material (i.e.
Doc 9774, Doc 9137, Doc 9157, etc.).
Note: Check for field/regional offices as well

as Headquarters.

8.067 Is there a technical library available for the Evaluate: GM CE-5
aerodrome regulatory authority personnel, or a) Document control system. Doc 9774
another method to ensure receipt, control and b) Method to determine currency of 5.3
distribution of necessary technical documentation? documents.
c) Electronic library, if available.

8.069 Has the aerodrome regulatory authority developed Review guidance, procedures and checklists GM CE-5
guidance material and procedures for aerodrome developed for both aerodrome certification Doc 9734
inspectorate staff, covering each technical specialist and surveillance activities. Part A, C3
area?

8.071 Does the aerodrome regulatory authority have Check available communication means and GM CE-5
sufficient office equipment and tools for aerodrome office equipment: Doc 9734
inspectorate staff? a) Telephones/cellphones Part A, C3
b) Fax
c) Printer
d) Computers/laptops/notebooks
e) Photocopier
f) Internet/Intranet
g) Inspector’ tools (e.g. measuring wheel,
inclinometer, etc.).

8.073 Does the aerodrome regulatory authority provide Review means of transportation. GM CE-5
transportation for aerodrome inspectors to perform Doc 9734
their duties? Part A, C3
8.081 Has the State promulgated regulations detailing the Verify regulations. CC CE-2
requirements for the certification of aerodromes and Art. 15
including the criteria to determine if an aerodrome STD
should be certified? A14
Vol. I, 1.4.1 & 1.4.3
RP
A14
Vol. I, 1.4.2
PANS
Doc 9981
2.1.2.1
GM
Doc 9774
2.3a) & 3B.3.2

8.083 Has the State established a process for the Review aerodrome certification process to CC CE-5
certification of aerodromes? verify inclusion of the following elements: Art. 15
a) Dealing with an expression of interest. STD
b) Assessment of the formal application. A14
c) Evaluation of the aerodrome manual Vol. I, 1.4.3 & 1.4.4
submitted by the applicant. PANS
d) Evaluation of the competence and Doc 9981
experience of the aerodrome staff. 2.1.2.2, 2.1.2.3 & Att. B
e) Assessment of aerodrome physical to C2
characteristics, facilities and equipment. GM
f) Evaluation of aerodrome operating Doc 9774
procedures. 3B.3.2 & 4.2
g) Issuance or refusal of aerodrome
certificate.
h) Publication of certified status of an
aerodrome and the required details in the
AIP.

8.084 Does the aerodrome regulatory authority provide Verify applicable forms available, GM CE-5
sufficient information (e.g. booklet, pamphlet, pamphlets, web page, hard copies, etc., and Doc 8335
circular, web page) to a prospective aerodrome verify if it is also available for: Part III, 3.1
operator about the regulations and associated a) Amendment to a certificate. Doc 9734
material for obtaining an aerodrome certificate and b) Amendment to operations specifications. Part A, C3
corresponding specifications? c) Authorizations or limitations.

8.085 Does the aerodrome regulatory authority require 1) Review examples of template. PANS CE-6
that a prospective aerodrome operator complete and 2) Review completed application forms to Doc 9981
submit a formal application form for obtaining an confirm effective implementation. 2.3.3.2 a)
aerodrome certificate? GM
Doc 9774
3B.2

8.086 Does the aerodrome regulatory authority fully 1) Verify the implementation of the STD CE-6
implement the certification requirements? certification requirements for all the A14
designated aerodromes. Vol. I, 1.4.1 & 1.4.3
2) Review samples of aerodrome RP
certification files to confirm consistent A14
application of the certification process for the
Vol. I, 1.4.2
designated aerodromes. GM
Doc 9774
3B.3.2
8.087 Does the aerodrome regulatory authority review the 1) Review aerodrome inspectors guidance PANS CE-6
organizational competence and level of resources of material, manuals, checklists, etc. Doc 9981
prospective aerodrome operators or certificate 2) Verify certification process. 3.2 c)
holders and ensure that they employ competent 3) Review qualification requirements and GM
personnel to perform all critical activities for process for assessment of staff performing all Doc 9774
aerodrome operations and maintenance? critical activities. 3D.2
4) Review evidence to confirm effective
implementation.

8.089 Does the aerodrome certification process include Review national requirement and its GM CE-6
referrals to competent State entities, as appropriate, effective implementation with, e.g. Doc 9774
for their clearance with the necessary environmental agency, security agency, local 4.3.3
documentation, e.g. environmental impact study planning authorities, etc.
commissioned by the applicant?
8.091 Does aerodrome certification staff track compliance Review the checklists used for initial PANS CE-6
with the initial certification requirements using certification to confirm effective Doc 9981
appropriate checklists? implementation. 2.3.2.3, 2.3.2.6, App. 1 to
C2 & Att. C to C2
GM
Doc 9734
Part A, C3
Doc 9774
4.1.2, 4.4 & 5.2

8.093 Does the scope of the certification process explicitly 1) Verify that documentation includes the GM CE-6
include coordination with elements of air traffic requirement to coordinate with ATS Doc 9774
service (ATS) for the local airspace of an elements in the certification process. 1.2.5, 2.2 d) & 2.2 e)
aerodrome? 2) Review evidence to confirm effective
implementation.
3) If the aerodrome certification
requirements do not explicitly include ATS
elements, review the method used to ensure
coordination with ATS elements for the local
airspace.

8.097 Does the State’s certification process include 1) Verify the certification process and the GM CE-6
military aerodromes used for international civil link to the regulatory framework. Doc 9774
operations? 2) If the aerodrome certification 2.3 f)
requirements do not explicitly address the
use of military aerodromes for international
civil operations, review the method used to
determine their compliance with applicable
regulations.
3) Review evidence of effective
implementation.

8.099 As part of the State’s aerodrome certification Verify: PANS CE-6

process, does the State implement procedures for a) effective implementation of procedures for Doc 9981
accepting a non-compliance with the established the issuance of exemptions. 2.3.6.2
requirements, including a risk assessment b) system for recording and publishing GM
mechanism and notification procedure? exemptions granted. Doc 9734
c) examples of exemptions granted in the Part A, C3
area of aerodromes. Doc 9774
d) criteria used for the risk assessment before App. 3
granting the exemptions.
Note to the auditor:

1) The legal/regulatory basis for the granting
of exemptions is addressed LEG PQ 1.027.
2) The establishment of a policy and
procedures for the granting of exemptions is
3) The term “exemptions” also includes
exceptions, deviations and prolonged
extensions.
8.101 Does the aerodrome certificate issued by the State Review examples of aerodrome certificate to PANS CE-6
contain appropriate information, including the type confirm that the aerodrome’s location, Doc 9981
of use of the aerodrome? operator, type of use and any exemptions or 2.3.6.1
operational conditions imposed on its use are GM
included. Doc 9774
3B.4 & App. 4

8.103 Does the aerodrome regulatory authority maintain 1) Review the filing system of the aerodrome GM CE-6
an appropriate filing system for each aerodrome to regulatory authority. Doc 9774
be certified and a certificate register? 2) Review evidence to confirm inclusion of 5.3
required documents in aerodrome files (e.g.
applications forms, manuals, checklists, etc.).

8.105 Has the State established a procedure for the 1) Review procedure for amendment and PANS CE-5
amendment of an aerodrome certificate? verify that it includes assessment of all Doc 9981
elements which could be affected by the 2.5.8.6
change. GM
2) Review examples, if any. Doc 9774
3B.9

8.107 Has the State established procedures for the transfer 1) Review procedures for transfer to ensure GM CE-5
of an aerodrome certificate? they include evaluation of all changes and Doc 9774
assessment of the capability of the new 4.7
operator to maintain the aerodrome properly.
2) Review examples, if available.

8.111 Does the State ensure that aerodrome operators 1) Verify that aerodrome manuals have been STD CE-6
develop and submit an aerodrome manual to the approved/accepted by the CAA for all A14
appropriate State authority for approval/acceptance designated aerodromes. Vol. I, 1.4.4
prior to certification? PANS
2) Review samples of approved/accepted Doc 9981
aerodrome manual, specifically for 2.2.1
particulars of: GM
a) The aerodrome site Doc 9774
b) The aerodrome information to be 3.2 & 3B.2
reported to the AIS:
i) General information
ii) Aerodrome dimensions and related
information
c) The aerodrome operating procedures and
safety measures:
i) Aerodrome reporting
ii) Movement area access
iii) Aerodrome emergency plan
iv) RFF
v) Inspection of the movement area and
obstacle limitation surface (OLS)
vi) Visual aids and aerodrome electrical
systems
vii) Movement area maintenance
viii) Aerodrome works safety
ix) Apron management and parking
control
x) Airside vehicle control
xi) Wildlife hazard management
xii) Obstacle control
xiii) Removal of disabled aircraft
xiv) Handling of hazardous materials
xv) Low Visibility Operations
xvi) Protection of sites for radar and
Navigation Aid (NAVAID).

8.113 As part of the certification process, does the State 1) Review copies of policies or similar STD CE-7
use the aerodrome manual as a key safety assurance documents showing linkage to the A14
document to assess both initial and continuing certification process and national Vol. I, 1.4.4
organizational competence? requirements for organizational competence. PANS
2) Review evidence to confirm effective Doc 9981
implementation. Att. A & C to C2
GM
Doc 9734
Part A, C3
Doc 9774
C3, 3.2, Section B, 3B.2
& Section C

8.115 Does the State ensure that aerodrome manuals are 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure periodic STD CE-7
reviewed periodically to check their amendment review. A14
status and that the information contained in the 2) Review evidence to confirm effective Vol. I, 1.4.4
manual remain correct? implementation. PANS
Doc 9981
2.2.3
GM
Doc 9774
3.2, 3C.4 & App. 1

8.119 Does the State provide guidance to the aerodrome 1) Review the guidance, including checklist, PANS CE-5
regulatory authority technical staff on the initial to confirm it addresses all pertinent technical Doc 9981
review and approval/acceptance of an aerodrome areas and that it is up-to-date. Att. C to C2
manual? 2) Review example of used checklist. GM
Doc 9734
Part A, C3

8.121 Does the State have a procedure in place for 1) Review procedures to ensure inclusion of PANS CE-5
subsequent amendments to the aerodrome manual the systematic review of proposed Doc 9981
to be reviewed and approved/accepted by amendments and their impact on safety. Att. C to C2
aerodrome regulatory authority technical staff? 2) Review examples, if available. GM
Doc 9774
3.2 & 3C.4

8.123 Are up-to-date copies of approved aerodrome Check availability of latest revisions of STD CE-6
manuals kept by the aerodrome regulatory aerodrome manuals. A14
authority? Vol. I, 1.4.4
PANS
Doc 9981
2.2.3
GM
Doc 9774
5.3

8.132 Has the State promulgated regulations defining an 1) Review established requirements. STD CE-2
aerodrome reference code, determined in 2) Verify effective use of the aerodrome A14
accordance with the characteristics of the aeroplane reference code for aerodrome planning Vol. I, 1.6
for which an aerodrome facility is intended, to be purposes.
used for planning purposes?
8.133 Has the State established coordination between 1) Review evidence to confirm effective STD CE-6
aerodromes/heliports and AIS to ensure up-to-date implementation of the arrangements (i.e. A14
information of aerodrome safety-related conditions? signed MOU or letter of agreement, etc.). Vol. I, 2.13
2) Verify in the AIP the availability of Vol. II, 2.6
information on the status of certification of
aerodromes and aerodrome conditions, and
the operational status of associated facilities,
services and navigation aids.

8.134 Has the State promulgated regulatory requirements Verify regulations, including the following STD & RP CE-2
relating to aerodrome data? areas specified in Annex 14 Vol. I: A14
1) Aeronautical data Vol. I, C2
2) Aerodrome reference point
3) Aerodrome and runway elevations
4) Aerodrome reference temperature
5) Aerodrome dimensions and related
information
6) Strength of pavements
7) Pre-flight altimeter check location
8) Declared distances
9) Condition of the movement area and
related facilities
10) Disabled aircraft removal
11) Rescue and fire fighting
12) Visual approach slope indicator systems
13) Coordination between AIS and
aerodrome authorities.

8.135 Does the State have a quality system in place: 1) Review the quality system established by STD CE-6
a) to verify the accuracy and compliance of the State. A14
aerodrome data with the regulations, and 2) Check method used to verify the Vol. I, 2.1.1 to 2.1.5
b) to ensure that the accuracy, integrity and consistency and accuracy of aerodrome data A15
protection requirements for aeronautical data published in the AIP. 3.2.1
reported by the aerodrome operator are met 3) Review evidence, including documented PANS
throughout the data transfer process from the evidence of survey requirements, to confirm Doc 9981
survey/origin to the next intended user? effective implementation of a quality system. App. 1 to C2, Section 3.1
GM
Doc 9774
4.4.4.
8.137 Does the State ensure that aerodrome operators Review documented evidence of published STD CE-6
comply with the requirements for the determination documents (e.g. AIP) which confirm A14
and reporting of pavement bearing strengths? effective compliance with the requirements. Vol. I, 2.6.1 to 2.6.6 &
2.6.8

8.139 Has the State promulgated regulations and 1) Verify regulations. RP CE-2
associated industry guidance material to regulate 2) Confirm associated industry guidance A14
the use of a pavement by an aircraft with an aircraft material to enable effective implementation. Vol. I, 2.6.7
classification number (ACN) higher than the GM
reported pavement classification number (PCN)? A14
Att. A, Section 20
8.141 Has the State established guidance for calculating Review of available guidance. STD CE-5
the declared distances, to the specified accuracy, for A14
runways intended for use by international Vol. I, 2.8
commercial air transport? GM
A14
Att. A, Section 3
8.143 Does the State ensure that aerodrome operators 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective STD CE-7
inspect the movement areas at the appropriate implementation. A14
frequency, and monitor and report the condition of 2) Review evidence to confirm. Vol. I, 2.9.1, 2.9.2, 2.9.3
the movement areas and operational status of & 2.9.4
related facilities, using appropriate terminology? PANS
Doc 9981
App. 1 to C2, Section 3.1
e)
GM
Doc 9137
Part 8
Doc 9476
Doc 9830

8.145 Does the State ensure that aerodrome operators 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure STD CE-7
assess the type, depth and coverage of contaminants establishment and effective implementation A14
on runway surfaces and report them, taking into of aerodrome operator’s related procedures. 2.9.5 & 2.9.11
account the need for aircraft crews to make 2) Review evidence to confirm. RP
operational adjustments in accordance with A14
performance requirements in some flight manuals? Vol. I, 2.9.12
PANS
Doc 9981
e)
GM
Doc 9774
3D.7
Doc 9137
Part 2, 2.1

8.147 Does the State ensure that aerodrome operators 1) Review method used by aerodrome STD CE-7
have a process for determining and providing operators to provide: A14
relevant information that a runway, or part of, may a) Information when a runway may be Vol. I, 2.9.6, 2.9.7, 2.9.8,
be slippery when wet, including the minimum slippery when wet. 10.2.3 & 10.2.4
friction level for reporting of slippery runway b) The minimum friction level for reporting RP
conditions as specified by the State, or by other slippery conditions. A14
methods of determination? c) Additional measurements when it is Vol. I, 2.9.9 & 2.9.10
suspected that a runway may become GM
slippery under unusual conditions. Doc 9981
d) Information when these additional Cir 329
measurements show that a runway or a
portion of it has become slippery.
implementation.

8.149 Has the State established procedures for the 1) Review documentation verifying that STD CE-5
issuance of NOTAMs in relation to contaminants procedures have been established to include A15
on a runway? an assessment of the surface condition of the C5
aerodrome movement areas and its A14
description, using appropriate terminology. Vol. I, 2.9.1
2) Review examples. RP
A14
2.9.11
GM
Doc 9774
3D.7
8.151 Does the State ensure that aerodrome operators 1) Evaluate mechanism established to ensure RP CE-6
provide contact information and aerodrome’s effective implementation for providing: A14,
capability for the removal of disabled aircraft? a) Contact details of appropriate aerodrome Vol. I
personnel. 2.10.1, 2.10.2 & 9.3.1 to
b) Information concerning the capability to 9.3.2
remove disabled aircraft on or adjacent to the
movement area.
implementation.

8.153 Does the State ensure that aerodrome operators 1) Confirm mechanism established to ensure STD CE-6
provide information concerning the level of effective implementation. A14
protection available at an aerodrome for aircraft 2) Review evidence to confirm. Vol. I, 2.11.1
rescue and fire fighting (RFF) purposes? RP
A14
Vol. I, 2.11.2
PANS
Doc 9981

notify changes in the level of aircraft rescue and fire effective implementation and method used A14
fighting (RFF) protection normally available at an by aerodrome operators to provide Vol. I, 2.11.3
aerodrome to air traffic service (ATS) and AIS? information on changes. RP
2) Ensure that possible changes include those A14
related to availability of extinguishing Vol. I, 2.11.4
agents, equipment to deliver agents or GM
personnel to operate the equipment, etc. Doc 9774
3) Review examples. 3D.7

make available information about visual approach effective implementation and method used A14
slope indicator system installations? by aerodrome operators to provide Vol. I, 2.12
information.
2) Review evidence to confirm ( i.e.
completeness and currency of the
information published in the AIP).

8.161 Does the aerodrome certification process include an 1) Review the assessment system, including GM CE-6
assessment of the aerodrome physical a sample document that shows the Doc 9774
characteristics, facilities, operational services and assessment of the aerodrome physical 4.4.4
equipment to verify compliance with the specified characteristics, facilities and equipment as PANS
standards and practices? detailed in the ICAO reference documents. Doc 9981
2) Review evidence to confirm effective 2.3.2.1 & App. 1 to C2
implementation.
3) Verify that, for non-compliances
identified, safety assessments are duly
conducted with associated risk mitigation
measures, if necessary, to ensure an
equivalent level of safety of aircraft
operations.

8.162 Has the State promulgated regulations relating to Verify regulations, including the following STD & RP CE-2
the aerodrome physical characteristics? areas specified in Annex 14 Vol. I: A14
1) Runways Vol. I, C3
2) Runway shoulders
3) Runway turn pads
4) Runway strips
5) Runway end safety areas
6) Clearways
7) Stopways
8) Radio altimeter operating area
9) Taxiways
10) Taxiway shoulders
11) Taxiway strips
12) Holding bays, runway-holding positions,
intermediate holding positions and
road-holding positions
13) Aprons
14) Isolated aircraft parking position
15) De-icing/anti-icing facilities

8.163 Does the State require and ensure the provision of 1) Verify regulations. STD CE-6
runway end safety areas (RESA) at aerodromes? 2) Review evidence to confirm effective A14
implementation at all aerodromes open to Vol. I, 3.5.1, 3.5.3 &
public use, including relevant information 3.5.5
published in the AIP. RP
A14
Vol. I, 3.5.2, 3.5.4 &
3.5.6
8.165 If the requirements for RESAs have not been 1) Review documentation of the method used STD CE-6
implemented at all aerodromes open to public use, by the State to determine whether a runway A14
has the State established and implemented a is safe enough. Vol. I, 3.5.1, 3.5.3 &
mechanism to satisfy itself that the runway 2) Review evidence to confirm effective 3.5.5
surroundings are safe for use by aircraft in the event implementation, i.e. aeronautical studies RP
of an aircraft overrunning or undershooting the conducted. A14
runway? Vol. I, 3.5.2& 3.5.4
8.169 Are checklists provided to and used by aerodrome 1) Review checklist or other method of PANS CE-5
inspectors during inspections of aerodrome physical documenting compliance. Doc 9981
characteristics, facilities, operational services, 2) Confirm use of developed checklist or 2.3.2 & App. 1 to C2,
equipment and installations? other method of documenting compliance. Section 1
GM
Doc 9774
4.4

8.171 Whenever a change to the aerodrome physical 1) Review established requirements. PANS CE-6
characteristics, facilities or equipment is proposed, 2) Review procedures established. Doc 9981
does the aerodrome regulatory authority ensure that 3) Review evidence, including examples to C2, 2.4.4
the aerodrome operator has a procedure for confirm effective implementation.
evaluating the impact of this change on the safety of
the existing operation?
the aerodrome electrical systems? areas specified in Annex 14, Vol. I: A14
1) Electrical power supply systems for air Vol. I, C8
navigation facilities.
2) System design.
3) Monitoring.

8.173 Does the State ensure that aerodrome operators 1) Confirm mechanism established to ensure STD & RP CE-6
comply with regulations for the provision of effective implementation. A14
primary and secondary power supplies? 2) Confirm compliance with application and Vol. I, 8.1 & 8.2
availability of secondary power supplies, GM
characteristics and switch-over times. Doc 9157
3) Verify if systems installed before Part 5
November 1999, which do not meet switch
over times specified in STD 8.1.5 of Annex
14, Vol. I, have been replaced.

8.175 If the aerodrome operators use runways when 1) Evaluate mechanism established to ensure STD CE-6
runway visual ranges are less than 550 m, does the effective implementation. A14
State ensure that pilots will not be presented with 2) Review evidence to confirm. Vol. I, 8.2.1
inadequate visual guidance or misleading GM
information? Doc 9157
Part 5
8.177 Does the State ensure that aerodrome electrical 1) Evaluate mechanism established to ensure STD CE-6
systems are designed so that taxiway and runway effective implementation. A14
lighting on any portion of a runway which forms 2) Review evidence to confirm. Vol. I, 8.2.3
part of a standard taxi-route are interlocked, to
preclude the possibility of simultaneous operation
of both forms of lighting?
8.179 Does the State ensure that aerodrome operators 1) Evaluate mechanism established to ensure STD & RP CE-6
have a method to monitor lighting system reliability effective implementation. A14
and indicate any fault, appropriate to the type and 2) Review evidence to confirm. Vol. I, 8.3
level of operations? 3) Check during aerodrome industry visit.

8.181 Has the State established and implemented 1) Review documented evidence of the STD CE-6
coordinated arrangements among its aviation arrangements. A14
agencies, aerodrome regulatory authority and 2) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective Vol. I, 1.5
aerodrome operators in order to optimize civil implementation.
aviation security measures in the State and ensure 3) Review examples.
that international civil aviation security measures
are integrated into the design and construction of
aerodrome facilities?

aerodrome operational services, equipment and areas specified in Annex 14 Vol. I: A14
installations? 1) Aerodrome emergency planning Vol. I, C9
2) Rescue and fire fighting (RFF)
3) Disabled aircraft removal
4) Wildlife strike hazard reduction
5) Apron management service
6) Ground servicing of aircraft
7) Aerodrome vehicle operations
8) Surface movement guidance and control
systems (SMGCS)
9) Siting of equipment and installations on
operational areas
10) Fencing
11) Security lighting.

8.183 Does the State ensure that aerodrome operators 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective RP CE-6
comply with regulations for providing a fence or implementation at all designated aerodromes. A14
suitable barriers to aerodromes and off-aerodrome 2) Should take into account any runways or Vol. I, 9.10
ground installations and facilities, including sewers, taxiways which pass over public roads, and
ducts and tunnels? determination of studies when greater
security is thought necessary.
3) Review evidence to confirm.

8.185 Does the State ensure that aerodrome operators 1) Evaluate: RP CE-6
comply with regulatory requirements for the a) mechanism to ensure effective A14
lighting of security fences and barriers? implementation. Vol. I, 9.11
b) risk assessment conducted to determine
portions of the fence to be lit.

implementation.

8.191 Does the State ensure that aerodrome operators 1) Review mechanism to ensure effective STD CE-6
comply with the frangibility and height restriction compliance. A14
requirements for equipment or installations located 2) Review examples. Vol. I, 9.9
near or on a runway, on the non-graded portion of a 3) Confirm during aerodrome industry visit. GM
runway strip, on precision approach runways, or for Doc 9157
obstacles of operational significance? Part 6
8.201 Does the aerodrome certification process include an 1) Review system for evaluating location and STD CE-6
assessment of the aerodrome visual aids (e.g. lights, characteristics of: A14
markings, markers and signs) and electrical a) Wind direction indicator and its Vol. I, C5
systems? illumination PANS
b) Information and mandatory signs in Doc 9981
movement areas 2.1.2.2 & 2.3.2.1 & App.
c) Aerodrome markings and markers 1 to C2
d) Aeronautical ground lights, including GM
their flight check records Doc 9774
e) Approach lighting systems 4.4.4
f) Visual approach slope indicator system
g) Stop bar lights
h) Apron flood lighting
i) Electrical power supply systems for air
navigation facilities
k) Electrical system design and monitoring.

implementation.
3) Verify that, for non-compliances

identified, safety assessments are duly
conducted with associated risk mitigation
measures, if necessary, to ensure an
equivalent level of safety of aircraft
operations.

aerodrome visual aids for navigation? areas specified in Annex 14, Vol. I A14
1) Indicators and signaling devices Vol. I, C5
2) Markings
3) Lights
4) Signs
5) Markers.

8.203 Does the State ensure that an aerodrome operator’s 1) Review established process and national GM CE-6
plan for lighting, signs and markings meets national requirements, taking into account the density Doc 9476
requirements for individual elements? of air traffic and the visibility conditions C2
under which operations are intended.
2) Sample outcome to confirm effective
implementation for individual elements.

8.205 Has the State established and implemented a 1) Review established process. GM CE-6
process to ensure that an aerodrome operator’s plan 2) Review evidence of a system approach to Doc 9476
for lighting, signs and markings is integrated as a runway incursion and collision avoidance C2
whole into the aerodrome’s runway incursion and strategy, e.g. establishment of runway safety
collision avoidance strategy, taking account of teams.
different traffic intensities and visibility conditions?
8.209 Does the State ensure that aerodrome operators 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective STD & RP CE-6
comply with the regulations for the provision of implementation. A14
fixed or variable message signs, taking into account 2) Review evidence to confirm. Vol. I, 5.4 & 9.8.1 to
the surface movement guidance and control system 9.8.3
(SMGCS) requirements? GM
Doc 9476

8.211 Does the State ensure that stop bars are installed in 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective STD & RP CE-6
accordance with the requirements and controlled by implementation. A14
ATS? 2) Ensure it covers verification of: Vol. I, 5.3.20
a) implementation of stop bars at all
taxiways leading to runway operated with
RVR below 550m;
b) stop bars design and lights
characteristics;
c) the interlocking system between stop
bars and taxiway centerline lights installed
beyond; and
d) the command system and its functioning.

8.215 At aerodromes where selective switching of stop 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective STD CE-6
bars and taxiway centre line lights is used for implementation and that it covers A14
surface movement guidance and control system verification of: Vol. I, 9.8.6
(SMGCS), does the State ensure the a) the interlocking system between stop
implementation of the requirements in accordance bars and taxiway centerline lights installed
with ICAO Standards? beyond; and
b) the command system and its functioning.

visual aids for denoting restricted use areas? areas specified in Annex 14, Vol. I: A14
1) Closed runways and taxiways, or parts Vol. I, C7
thereof
2) Non-load-bearing surfaces
3) Pre-threshold area
4) Unserviceable areas.

have procedures to prevent aircraft from entering implementation. A14
permanently closed runways and taxiways by 2) Review evidence to confirm. Vol. I, 7.1.5 & 7.1.6

obliterating runway and taxiway markings and the

removal of lighting?
8.219 Has the State promulgated a regulation for surface Verify regulations. RP CE-2
movement radar to be provided at aerodromes A14
where there are movements of aircraft in visibilities Vol. I, 9.8.7 & 9.8.8
of less than 350 m, and in other visibility A11
conditions, where regularity of traffic cannot be 3.10 Note
maintained by alternative means? GM
Doc 9426
Part II, Section 5, C4
8.221 Does the State ensure that an aerodrome’s surface 1) Review documented evidence of STD & RP CE-6
movement guidance and control system (SMGCS) requirements. A14
is designed to prevent inadvertent incursions of 2) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective Vol. I, 9.8.4 & 9.8.5
aircraft and vehicles onto an active runway or implementation. GM
taxiway, and collisions on any part of the movement 3) Confirm application of human factors Doc 9476
area, taking into account the elements listed in principles. Doc 9157
Annex 14, Vol. I? 4) Review evidence to confirm aerodrome Part 4
operator’s compliance with specifications of
markings, lights and signs in Annex 14, Vol.
I.

visual aids for denoting obstacles? areas specified in Annex 14, Vol. I A14
1) Objects to be marked and/or lighted, and Vol. I, C6
2) Marking and/or lighting of objects.

8.223 Does the State ensure that aerodrome 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective STD & RP CE-7
operators/competent State authority comply with implementation. A14
regulations relating to marking and lighting 2) Review evidence to confirm. Vol. I, 6.1 & 6.2
obstacles, both on the aerodrome and in the vicinity
of aerodromes, which could otherwise present a
hazard to aircraft?

8.225 Does the State ensure that aerodrome operators 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective STD & RP CE-6
develop and implement procedures to mark implementation. A14
permanent and temporary movement area closures 2) Review evidence to confirm. Vol. I, 7.1
and meet location and characteristic specifications?
8.227 Does the State ensure that aerodrome operators use 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective STD CE-6
taxi side stripe markings on taxiways, runway turn implementation. A14
pads, holding bays and aprons in order to 2) Review evidence to confirm. Vol. I, 7.2
distinguish non-load-bearing surfaces and RP
unserviceable areas from load-bearing areas? A14
Vol. I, 7.2.2, 7.2.3, 9.8.4
& 9.8.5

8.233 Does the State ensure that aerodrome 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective STD CE-7
operators/competent State authority comply with implementation within and in the vicinity of A14
regulations on the requirement to extinguish, screen aerodromes. Vol. I, 5.3.1.1 to 5.3.1.3
or otherwise modify non-aeronautical lights which 2) Review evidence to confirm.
could present a hazard to aircraft safety?
comply with regulations related to the control of implementation. A14
lighting intensity? 2) Review evidence to confirm. Vol. I, 5.3.1.9 to 5.3.1.12
3) Review how the State considers runway PANS
lighting systems as a whole. Doc 9981
GM
Doc 9157
Part 4

8.237 Has the State implemented requirements for the 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective RP CE-6
provision of runway lead-in lighting systems due to implementation, if applicable. A14
noise abatement requirements or for avoiding 2) Review evidence to confirm. Vol. I, 5.3.7.1 to 5.3.7.6
hazardous terrain?

8.239 If the aerodrome uses the 30 m spacing option for 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective STD CE-6
the provision of runway centre line lights, does the implementation. A14
State ensure the implementation of requirements 2) Review evidence to confirm. Vol. I, 5.3.12.5
which specify related maintenance objectives and 3) Review results of demonstrations of
which call for a demonstration of conformance with conformance with Standards 10.4.7 and
them? 10.4.11 of Annex 14, Vol. 1, if applicable.

8.245 Does the State ensure the implementation of 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective STD & RP CE-6
requirements for the provision of visual docking implementation, if applicable. A14
guidance systems, in accordance with Annex 14, 2) Review evidence to confirm. Vol. I, 5.3.25
Vol I specifications, including evaluation, location,
characteristic specifications, and azimuth and
stopping guidance?
develop and implement aerodrome maintenance implementation. A14
programmes at all aerodromes in the interests of 2) Review evidence to confirm. Vol. I, 10.1.1
safety, efficiency and regularity of aircraft RP
operations? A14
Vol. I, 10.1.2
PANS
Doc 9981
2.1.2; App. 1 to C2,
Section 3.1

aerodrome maintenance? areas specified in Annex 14, Vol. I: A14
1) General Vol. I, C10
2) Pavements
3) Removal of contaminants
4) Runway pavement overlays
5) Visual aids.

8.253 Does the State ensure that the aerodrome operators’ 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective STD CE-6
maintenance programme include precautions for implementation of precautionary measures. A14
runway, taxiway and apron pavements and taxiway 2) Review method used to assess runway Vol. I, 10.2.1 & 10.2.2
shoulders in relation to surface debris and surface irregularities. GM
regularity? 3) Review evidence to confirm. A14
Att. A, Section 5
Doc 9157
Part 2
8.255 Has the State promulgated regulations for the 1) Verify regulations. STD CE-2
measurement of runway friction characteristics 2) Review specified minimum maintenance A14
including the definition of the minimum level. Vol. I, 10.2.3 to 10.2.5
maintenance level? RP
A14
Vol. I, 3.1.24 & 3.4.7 &
10.2.6
8.257 Has the State established and implemented a 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective STD CE-7
mechanism to ensure that aerodrome operators implementation. A14
maintain good friction characteristics and low 2) Review method used for timely removal Vol. I, 10.2.3 to 10.2.5 &
rolling resistance on runways? of contaminants, such as rubber deposit, 10.3.1
standing water, snow, sand, etc. GM
3) Review recorded friction results to Doc 9137
confirm that frequency of measurements and Part 2
method used are appropriate to the level of
activity of the runway.

define maintenance performance level objectives implementation. A14
for visual aids as part of their preventive 2) Review copies of maintenance schedules Vol. I, 10.5.1, 10.5.2 &
maintenance programme? and associated check/inspection results 10.5.7 to 10.5.12
which demonstrate compliance (e.g. stop RP
bars or taxiway lights). A14
3) Definition of when a light is deemed to be Vol. I, 10.5.3 to 10.5.6 &
unserviceable. 10.5.13
PANS
Doc 9981

8.261 Does the State ensure that aerodrome operators Review evidence to confirm effective RP CE-6
comply with regulations restricting construction or implementation A14
maintenance activities in the proximity of Vol. I, 10.5.13
aerodrome electrical systems during low visibility
operations?
implement the requirements that runway strips are implementation. A14
free of objects unless they are needed for air 2) Review evidence to confirm, i.e. Vol. I, 3.4.7
navigation purposes and meet frangibility inspection reports; completed checklists. RP
requirements? A14
Vol. I, 3.4.6
PANS
Doc 9981
App. 1 to C2, 2.1; App. to
C4, 2.5.2
GM
Doc 9774
App. 1, 4.13

obstacle restriction and removal on and around areas specified in Annex 14, Vol. I: A14
aerodromes? 1) Obstacle limitation surfaces Vol. I, C4
2) Obstacle limitation requirements
3) Objects outside the obstacle limitation
surfaces
4) Other objects.

8.277 Does the State ensure the implementation of 1) Review established process. STD CE-7
requirements relating to the group of obstacle 2) Verify that OLS plan is established for A14
limitation surfaces (OLS) at and around each designated aerodrome. Vol. I, 4.1 & 4.2
aerodromes? 3) Review evidence to confirm effective and PANS
comprehensive implementation of the: Doc 9981
a) Identification mechanism. 2.4.5 & 2.5.1.2
b) Appropriate promulgation mechanism. GM
c) Removal mechanism. Doc 9137
Part 6, 1.1.3

8.279 Has the State established and implemented a 1) Review documented evidence of the RP CE-7
process to ensure that the siting or performance of established process. A14
visual and non-visual aids to navigation is not 2) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective Vol. I, 4.4.1 & 4.4.2
adversely affected by objects under the approach implementation.
surface? 3) Review evidence to confirm.

8.281 Does the State provide sufficient guidance to Review available guidance documents. GM CE-5
regulatory staff and the industry on obstacle Doc 9734
control? Part A, C3
Doc 9774
App 1, 4.13
8.283 When new construction above, beyond or outside 1) Review established process in use. RP CE-6
the obstacle limitation surfaces (OLS) is proposed, 2) Review evidence to confirm effective A14
does the State require and ensure coordination implementation. Vol. I, 4.3.1 & 4.3.2
between the land-use authorities and the appropriate
aviation interests?

8.285 In the event of conflicting interests between land 1) Review established process in use. RP CE-8
use and aviation authorities, what process is 2) Review evidence to confirm effective A14
followed to ensure that aircraft safety is not implementation. Vol. I, 3.1.1, 3.1.2, 3.1.3
compromised? & C4
GM
Doc 9734
C2 & C3
Doc 9774
4.3.3
control the use of vehicles on aerodromes, including implementation. A14
the restriction on the use of airside roads? 2) Review evidence to confirm. Vol. I, 9.7
PANS
Doc 9981
2.1.2.2; Att. A to C2 &
Att. C to C2, 5.11
GM
Doc 9774
App. 1, 4.2

8.289 Does the State ensure the implementation of the 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective STD CE-6
requirements for drivers to: implementation. A11
1) Be appropriately trained, 2) Review evidence to confirm. 3.8
2) Comply with all mandatory or authorized A14
instructions conveyed by markings, signs or lights Vol. I, 9.7.2 to 9.7.5
when on the maneuvering area or apron, GM
3) Establish and maintain two-way radio Doc 9870
communication with the control tower?

8.291 Does the State ensure that aerodrome 1) Review evidence to confirm effective STD CE-6
operators/competent State authority develop implementation, cooperation and A14
emergency plans, including appropriate cooperation coordination. Vol. I, 9.1.1 to 9.1.3
and coordination with other entities involved in the 2) Sample aerodrome emergency plan. RP
provision of emergency services and the 3) Check inclusion of: A14
development of the plans? a) emergencies which may occur in the Vol. I, 9.1.4 & 9.1.5
vicinity of an aerodrome, and PANS
b) public health emergencies, including Doc 9981
coordination with public health services. 2.1.2.2; Att. A to C2 &
Att. C to C2, 5.3
GM
Doc 9774
App. 1, 4.3

8.293 Does the State ensure compliance with 1) Review evidence to confirm effective STD CE-7
requirements for the periodic testing and review of implementation. A14
aerodrome emergency plans? 2) Check during aerodrome industry visit. Vol. I, 9.1.12 & 9.1.13
PANS
Doc 9981
2.1.2.2; Att. A to C2 &
Att. C to C2, 5.3
GM
Doc 9774
App. 1, 4.3

8.297 Does the State ensure the implementation of Review documented evidence of a typical STD CE-6
requirements for the availability and coordination of emergency plan for an aerodrome with a A14
specialist rescue services to be included in the water/swampy area/difficult terrain, showing Vol. I, 9.1.14
emergency plans of aerodromes close to water, inclusion of the items in the notes to the RP
swampy areas or difficult terrain? SARPs, as well as the testing and assessment A14
of response. Vol. I, 9.1.15 & 9.1.16

8.299 Does the State ensure the implementation of 1) Review documented evidence of the RP CE-6
requirements for the establishment and manning of requirements. A14
emergency operations centres and mobile command 2) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective Vol. I, 9.1.7 to 9.1.11
posts, and for communication between them? implementation.

8.301 Does the State ensure the implementation of 1) Evaluate mechanism used to ensure STD CE-7
requirements for the provision of rescue and fire effective implementation, including for A14
fighting (RFF) services at all aerodromes, which aerodromes located close to water/swampy Vol. I, 9.2.1 & 9.2.2
takes into account the aerodrome location and the areas.
surrounding terrain? 2) Check during aerodrome industry visit.

8.303 Has the State promulgated regulations in Verify regulations. STD CE-2
accordance with Annex 14 for the determination of A14
rescue and fire fighting (RFF) services to be Vol. I, 9.2.3 & 9.2.5 to
provided at an aerodrome? 9.2.7
RP
A14
Vol. I, 9.2.4
8.305 Has the State established and ensured 1) Verify extinguishing agent specification STD CE-7
implementation of rescue and fire fighting (RFF) requirements. A14
extinguishing agent specifications, including 2) Review evidence to confirm effective Vol. I, 9.2.11, 9.2.13,
quantities and discharge rates? implementation. 9.2.14 9.2.18 & 9.2.19
RP
A14
Vol. I, 9.2.8 to 9.2.10,
9.2.15 to 9.2.17 & 9.2.20
to 9.2.25
8.307 Has the State promulgated and ensured 1) Verify regulations. RP CE-7
implementation of regulations prescribing the 2) Review evidence to confirm effective A14
minimum number of rescue and fire fighting (RFF) implementation. Vol. I, 9.2.37, 9.2.38 &
vehicles, together with the associated building 3) Check during aerodrome industry visit. 9.2.41
facilities and their location?
8.309 Does the State ensure that aerodrome operators 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective RP CE-6
provide a discrete communication system and an implementation. A14
alerting system among vehicles, fire stations and 2) Review evidence to confirm. Vol. I, 9.2.39 & 9.2.40
aerodrome control towers?
8.311 Has the State established and implemented a 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective STD CE-7
mechanism to ensure the implementation of implementation. A14
requirements for minimum response times by the 2) Review audit reports to confirm. Vol. I, 9.2.27 & 9.2.31
rescue and fire fighting (RFF) services? 3) Check during aerodrome industry visit. RP
A14
Vol. I, 9.2.28 to 9.2.30,
9.2.32 & 9.2.33
PANS
Doc 9981
2.2 & Att. C to C2, 5.4

8.313 Does the State ensure that emergency access roads 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective RP CE-6
are provided at aerodromes? implementation. A14
2) Check during aerodrome industry visit. Vol. I, 9.2.34 to 9.2.36
PANS
Doc 9981
App. 1 to C2, 2.2

8.315 Does the State ensure that aerodrome operators 1) Verify national RFF training STD CE-7
provide training for fire fighting personnel, requirements. A14
including live fire drills? 2) Review evidence to confirm effective Vol. I, 9.2.42 & 9.2.43
implementation.
3) Verify oversight of training and its
assessment, including appropriate training
for pressure-fed fuel fires and breathing
apparatus, as applicable.
4) Sample training records and audit reports.
5) Check during aerodrome industry visit.

8.317 Does the State ensure that all responding fire 1) Review documented evidence of the STD CE-6
fighting personnel be equipped with the necessary available equipment. A14
protective clothing and respiratory equipment? 2) Confirm that the State has effective Vol. I, 9.2.46
oversight of this provision. PANS
3) Check during aerodrome industry visit. Doc 9981
App. 1 to C2, 2.2
8.319 Does the State ensure that there are sufficient 1) Review established RFF staffing RP CE-7
trained personnel to operate all the necessary RFF requirements. A14
equipment at maximum capacity, meet the 2) Review evidence to confirm effective Vol. I, 9.2.44 & 9.2.45
minimum response times and maintain continuous implementation. PANS
agent application at the appropriate rate? 3) Check during aerodrome industry visit. Doc 9981
App. 1 to C2, 2.2

8.321 Does the State ensure that the aerodrome has plans 1) Review documented evidence of a typical RP CE-6
for the removal of disabled aircraft, including plan for the removal of disabled aircraft, A14
arrangements for designation of coordinators, the including coordination functions. Vol. I, 9.3.1 & 9.3.2
rapid availability and deployment of salvage and 2) Confirm during aerodrome industry visit. A13
removal equipment between aerodromes, and the C3
protection of evidence, custody and the removal of PANS
aircraft in accordance with Annex 13? Doc 9981
2.1.2.2; App. 1 to C2, 3.1;
Att. A to C2 & Att. C to
C2, 5.14
GM
Doc 9774
App. 1, 4.14
Doc 9137
Part 5

establish and implement procedures for the timely implementation, if applicable. A14
removal of contaminants? 2) Review evidence to confirm. Vol. I, 10.3.1 & 10.3.6
RP
Note: Contaminants may include snow, A14
slush, ice, standing water, mud, dust, sand, Vol. I, 10.3.2 to 10.3.5
oil and rubber deposits. PANS
Doc 9981
App. 1 to C2, 3.1

8.326 With regard to maintenance, construction works or 1) Review documented evidence of the STD CE-6
contaminants removal operations, does the State requirements. A14
ensure that aerodrome operators develop and 2) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective Vol. I, 2.9.2
implement procedures for the safe return of a implementation. GM
runway to operational status? 3) Verity that the mechanism ensure that the Doc 9137
concerned area is left in a satisfactory Part 8, 8.3.2 & 8.4.5
condition.
8.327 Has the State promulgated regulations to require a Verify regulations. STD CE-2
wildlife (birds and animals) strike hazard study or A14
assessment for each of its aerodromes? Vol. I, 9.4.1
8.328 Has the State developed industry guidance material Confirm industry guidance material available STD CE-5
to assist aerodrome operators to develop a wildlife for the study or assessment, including, A14
(birds and animals) strike hazard study or among others: Vol. I, 9.4.1
assessment for each of their aerodromes? a) a national procedure for recording wildlife
strikes; and
b) analysis of collected data.

8.329 Does the State collect and forward wildlife strike 1) Review national procedure for recording STD CE-8
reports to ICAO? wildlife strikes. A14
2) Review established requirements. Vol. I, 9.4.2
3) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective
implementation of the reporting and
rectification action.

8.331 Does the State ensure that aerodrome operators take 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective STD CE-6
appropriate action to decrease the hazard of wildlife implementation. A14
strikes? 2) Check action taken by aerodromes Vol. I, 9.4.3
operators. PANS
Doc 9981
App. 1 to C2, 2.3
GM
Doc 9774
2.2 d)

8.333 Has the State promulgated a regulation to control 1) Verify regulations. STD CE-2
the development of facilities likely to attract 2) Verity their promulgation at a level A14
wildlife on or in the vicinity of an aerodrome? ensuring their required opposability to third Vol. I, 9.4.4
parties, including land use and local RP
authorities. A14
Vol. I, 9.4.5
GM
Doc 9774
App. 1, 4.12
8.335 Has the State established and implemented a 1) Review established process which STD & RP CE-8
process to mitigate against an increase or potential demonstrates a priority given to safety. A14
increase in the wildlife strike hazard due to land use 2) Review evidence to confirm effective Vol. I, 9.4
development likely to attract wildlife around an implementation.
aerodrome?

8.337 Has the State promulgated a regulation to require Verify regulations. STD CE-2
aerodrome operators’ apron management services to A14
ensure the safety of aircraft operations on apron Vol. I, 9.5
areas?
8.339 If apron management services are provided, has the Review documented guidance. RP CE-5
State established guidance on when and how these A14
services should be implemented, including the Vol. I, 9.5.1 & 9.5.2
orderly transition of aircraft between the apron
management unit and the aerodrome control tower
when the latter does not participate in the apron
management service?
8.341 If an apron management service is not provided, 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure control of STD & RP CE-7
does the State ensure the safety of aircraft vehicle movement for safety of aircraft. A14
operations on apron areas, considering the 2) Review evidence to confirm effective Vol. I, 9.5
movement of vehicles? implementation. PANS
Doc 9981
Att. A to C2 & Att. C to
C2, 5.9
restrict the operation of personnel and vehicles on implementation. A14
an apron during low visibility operations? 2) Review evidence to confirm. Vol. I, 9.5.4
PANS
Doc 9981
App. 1 to C2, 3.1 & Att.
C to C2, 5.16
8.347 Does the State ensure that aerodrome operators Review evidence to confirm effective STD CE-6
provide for visual monitoring of aircraft stand implementation. A14
clearances and the control of vehicle movement on Vol. I, 9.5.5, 9.5.6 &
aprons? 9.5.7
A11
3.8.3

8.349 Has the State established and implemented a Review evidence to confirm effective STD CE-7
mechanism to ensure the availability of fire implementation, including the availability of A14
extinguishing equipment and trained personnel personnel trained for its use. Vol. I, 9.6.1
during ground servicing of aircraft?
8.365 Has the State promulgated and ensured 1) Verify regulations. PANS CE-6
implementation of a regulation to require 2) Review documented evidence to confirm Doc 9981
aerodrome operators to ensure that organizations effective implementation (i.e. a monitoring 2.4.2 & 2.4.6
performing activities at the aerodrome comply with system used by an aerodrome, as expressed GM
the aerodrome safety requirements? in a procedure in an aerodrome manual). Doc 9774
3D.4.2 & App. 1, Part 5
8.367 Has the State promulgated a regulation which Verify regulations. GM CE-2
defines the circumstances and rationale for the Doc 9774
conduct of aeronautical studies/risk assessments? C3, 3.2, Section E & App.
3
Doc 9734
Part A, C3
8.369 Has the State developed and issued guidance for Review guidance documents for the conduct PANS CE-5
aerodrome operators and regulatory staff on the use and evaluation of aeronautical studies/risk Doc 9981
of aeronautical studies/risk assessments and their assessments for aerodrome operators and 2.4.4 & C3
evaluation? regulatory staff. GM
Doc 9774
C3, 3.2, Section E & App.
3
Doc 9734
Part A, C3

8.373 Has the State established a process to review the 1) Evaluate the process by which PANS CE-5
validity of using an aeronautical study or risk aeronautical studies/risk assessments are Doc 9981
assessment to justify an application for an applied and how exceptions to requirements Sections 3.4 & 3.5
exemption or exception as well as the continuing are managed and controlled to include: GM
need? a) A regular review of exemptions or Doc 9774
exceptions granted to assess their continued C3, 3.2, Section E & App.
validity or whether the cause can be 3
removed. Doc 9734
b) A review of exemptions or exceptions Part A, C3
which are to be issued against the applicable
SARP to determine if a change in the
notification status of differences to SARPs
should be filed.
2) Review evidence to confirm application of

process.
Note. – The term “exemptions” also includes

exceptions, waivers, deviations, variations or
prolonged extensions.

8.375 Has the State established and implemented a 1) Review established mechanism. PANS CE-7
mechanism to assess the outcomes of the conduct of 2) Review documented outcomes of their Doc 9981
risk assessments or aeronautical studies? conduct which shows how they meet State Section 3.5
safety policies and processes, particularly GM
where an equivalent level of safety to the Doc 9774
Standards and Recommended Practices is C3, 3.2, Section E & App.
claimed. 3
3) Review examples.

8.377 Does the State ensure that the outcomes of risk Review copy of the published document and, PANS CE-8
assessments or aeronautical studies, in the form of if not the AIP, how accessible it is. Doc 9981
exceptions, are published in a document which is Section 3.6
publicly accessible, such as the State AIP? GM
Doc 9774
C3, 3.2, Section E & C4,
4.6 & App. 3
Doc 9734
Part A, C3

8.381 Has the State promulgated regulations for the 1) Verify regulations. STD CE-2
measurement and reporting to AIS of geographical 2) Review evidence to confirm effective A14
coordinates for obstacles? implementation. Vol. II, 2.4.5

8.383 Has the State promulgated regulations for final 1) Verify regulations. STD CE-2
approach and take-off areas (FATOs) for 2) Review evidence to confirm effective A14
helicopters? implementation. Vol. II, 3.1.1

8.385 Does the State ensure the implementation of 1) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective STD CE-7
requirements for safety areas surrounding final implementation. A14
approach and take-off areas (FATOs) for 2) Sample inspection/audit reports to confirm Vol. II, 3.1.14
helicopters? effective implementation.
8.387 Does the State ensure the implementation of 1) Review established requirements. STD CE-7
requirements relating to the obstacle limitation 2) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective A14
surfaces (OLS) and sectors? implementation. Vol. II, 4.1
3) Sample inspection/audit reports to confirm
effective implementation.

requirements for wind direction indicators, 2) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective A14
including characteristics and location? implementation. Vol. II, 5.1.1

requirements for approach lighting at heliports, 2) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective A14
including characteristics and location? implementation. Vol. II, 5.3.3.2
3) Sample inspection/audit reports to confirm RP
effective implementation. A14
Vol. II, 5.3.3.1
8.393 Does the State ensure the implementation of 1) Review established requirements. STD & RP CE-7
requirements for touchdown and lift-off area 2) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective A14
lighting systems at heliports, including implementation. Vol. II, 5.3.8
characteristics and location? 3) Sample inspection/audit reports to confirm

8.395 Does the State ensure the implementation of 1) Review established requirements. STD & RP CE-7
requirements for visual approach slope indicators at 2) Evaluate mechanism to ensure effective A14
heliports? implementation. Vol. II, 5.3.5

8.401 Has the aerodrome regulatory authority developed 1) Review developed procedures and PANS CE-7
and implemented procedures for the continuing checklists for guidance on how to conduct Doc 9981
surveillance of aerodrome certificate holders? aerodrome surveillance activities, from 2.5
notifying the aerodrome operator to the GM
closure of deficiencies noted during the Doc 9734
activities. Part A, C3
2) Review duly completed checklists and Doc 9774
examples to confirm effective 5.2.3 & 5.2.5
implementation.


8.403 Has the aerodrome regulatory authority developed 1) Review surveillance programme/plan of PANS CE-7
and implemented a formal surveillance programme previous and current year. Doc 9981
for the continuing supervision of the operations 2) Confirm appropriate frequency of 2.5
conducted by aerodrome certificate holders? inspection or other activity. GM
3) Confirm inclusion of periodic and non- Doc 9734
periodic audits and inspections. Part A, C3
4) Surveillance to include all aspects of the Doc 9774
certification and operation of an aerodrome. C2, 2.2 (d); C3, 3.2,
Section D, 3D.6, & C5,
5.2.3 & 5.2.5

8.405 Does the renewal or continuing validity of 1) Review established requirement. PANS CE-8
aerodrome certificates depend on the satisfactory Doc 9981
outcome of regulatory surveillance activities? 2) Confirm evidence that surveillance results 2.3.6.3, 2.3.6.4 & 2.5
determine continued validity of the GM
certificate. Doc 9734
Part A, C3
3) Verify that the State conducts at least one Doc 9774
surveillance activity within a predetermined 2.2 d) & 5.2.3
period of time (e.g. 2 or 3 years), covering all
areas addressed during the initial
certification process.
8.409 Does the State enable the exchange of safety Review the following evidence to confirm PANS CE-8
information across the aerodrome industry? effective implementation: Doc 9981
1) Analysis of aerodrome and State 2.4.3
databases, GM
2) Safety information, bulletins and Doc 9774
publications, and App. 1, Part 5
3) Industry meetings, seminars or
workshops.

8.411 Has the aerodrome regulatory authority developed 1) Review procedure for notifying PANS CE-8
and implemented procedures to deal with aerodrome operators of identified Doc 9981
deficiencies found during aerodrome surveillance deficiencies, including categorization of 2.5.6, 2.5.7 & 2.5.8
activities? seriousness of deficiency and deadline for GM
correction. Doc 9734
2) Review evidence to confirm effective Part A, C3
implementation. Doc 9774
2.3 & 5.2.5

8.413 Has the aerodrome regulatory authority developed 1) Review examples of deficiencies PANS CE-8
and implemented a process to take actions, identified and follow-up actions taken to Doc 9981
including enforcement, if deficiencies found during ensure timely resolution. 2.5.7 & 2.5.8
surveillance activities are not rectified within a 2) Review examples of enforcement action, GM
reasonable time by the aerodrome operator? if any. Doc 9734
Part A, C3
Doc 9774
2.3 & 5.2.5

8.415 Has the State established and implemented a 1) Review documented process. STD CE-8
process for the management of conflicts between 2) Review evidence, if available, to confirm A16
safety and environmental requirements? effective implementation. Vol. I, Part V
3) Confirm priority given to safety in sample GM
cases, if available. Doc 9734
Part A, C2
Doc 9774
4.3.2
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What is the purpose of the ICAO USOAP CMA Protocol Questions?

What is the purpose of the ICAO USOAP CMA Protocol Questions?

What are the eight critical elements that are assessed using the Protocol Questions?

What are the eight critical elements that are assessed using the Protocol Questions?

USOAP CMA 2017 Protocol Questions Page 1 of 64

Aerodromes and ground aids — AGA

Explanatory Note on the 2017 Edition of the Protocol Questions (PQs):

Introduction to the ICAO USOAP CMA Protocol Questions

QMSF-007-08/J (December 2017)

QMSF-007-08/J (December 2017)

Area Number of 2017 PQs

QMSF-007-08/J (December 2017)

General Guidelines for All Areas

Legislation, Primary Aviation Legislation and Specific Operating Regulations

Processes and Procedures

Delegation of Duties and Tasks

Regulatory Function versus Service Provider Function

QMSF-007-08/J (December 2017)

QMSF-007-08/J (December 2017)

Specific Guidelines for AGA

Applicability of Certain PQs

QMSF-007-08/J (December 2017)

Acronyms and Abbreviations

A = Annex NAVAID = Aid to air navigation, also navigation aid

QMSF-007-08/J (December 2017)

List of ICAO Reference Documents

Doc 7300 — Convention on International Civil Aviation Part 1 — Master Planning

Doc 9184 — Airport Planning Manual

QMSF-007-08/J (December 2017)

SUMMARY OF AMENDMENTS – AGA PQs

PQ No. PQ No. Type of Amendment

PQ No. PQ No. Type of Amendment

PQ No. PQ No. Type of Amendment

PQ No. PQ No. Type of Amendment

PQ No. PQ No. Type of Amendment

PQ No. PQ No. Type of Amendment

PQ No. PQ No. Type of Amendment

QMSF-007-08/J (December 2017)

PQ No. Protocol Question Guidance for Review of Evidence ICAO References CE

The development of these procedures is

PQ No. Protocol Question Guidance for Review of Evidence ICAO References CE

QMSF-007-08/J (December 2017)

PQ No. Protocol Question Guidance for Review of Evidence ICAO References CE

- The development of these procedures is

PQ No. Protocol Question Guidance for Review of Evidence ICAO References CE

QMSF-007-08/J (December 2017)

- The publication of legislation is addressed

PQ No. Protocol Question Guidance for Review of Evidence ICAO References CE

- This PQ is not linked to the ORG PQ 2.010.

PQ No. Protocol Question Guidance for Review of Evidence ICAO References CE

- This PQ is not linked to the ORG PQ 2.011.

PQ No. Protocol Question Guidance for Review of Evidence ICAO References CE

QMSF-007-08/J (December 2017)

3) Review ability to carry out all safety

QMSF-007-08/J (December 2017)

PQ No. Protocol Question Guidance for Review of Evidence ICAO References CE

PQ No. Protocol Question Guidance for Review of Evidence ICAO References CE

QMSF-007-08/J (December 2017)

PQ No. Protocol Question Guidance for Review of Evidence ICAO References CE