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An Overview of Technical Assistance Provided by the FAA. FAA’s Presence in South Asia. FAA Worldwide Mission. We are 44,000 people whose Mission is to provide the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world.
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An Overview of Technical Assistance Provided by the FAA FAA’s Presence in South Asia
FAA Worldwide Mission • We are 44,000 people whose Mission is to provide the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world. • Work with ICAO and Aviation Industry elements as well in achieving this mission.
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FAA’s International Priorities • Aviation Safety • NEXTGEN • Capacity Building • Environmental Stewardship • Government-Industry Partnerships
FAA International Presence • International Aviation (API) • Coordinates International Aviation Policies • Supports USG Role at ICAO • Manages Relationships with Bilateral Partners • Conducts Strategic Outreach • Promotes International Leadership Priorities for FAA’s Flight Plan • Safety (AVS) • Assists International Partners with Developing/Maintaining Regulatory Capabilities • Assesses Compliance with International Safety Standards • Certifies Airworthiness • Promotes Safety and Risk Management • Air Traffic (ATO) • Promotes Emerging ATM Technologies and Procedures • Assists International Partners with ATM Master Planning
FAA Technical Assistance Programs • The FAA's technical assistance programs facilitate delivery of FAA experts and knowledge to foreign civil aviation authorities around the world.
FAA Technical Assistance Programs (Cont.) Training: • Each year, FAA arranges training for international officials from more than 50 countries at the FAA Academy and at U.S. industry and academic institutions.
Catalog of Courses For International ParticipantsTable of Contents • Airports • Instrument Flight Procedure Development (TERPS & PANS-OPS) and Flight Inspection Training • Aviation English • Instructor Training and Evaluation • Regulatory Standards Training • Technical Operations Training • Air Traffic Training • Aviation Security Training • Distance Learning
FAA Technical Assistance Programs (Cont.) Flight Inspection: • FAA flight inspection crews inspect and calibrate navigational aids worldwide.
FAA Technical Assistance Programs (Cont.) Equipment: • The FAA supplies other countries with new and used equipment common to the FAA National Airspace System.
FAA Technical Assistance Programs (Cont.) Spare Parts and Repair Services: • Civil aviation authorities are encouraged to obtain spare parts and repair of equipment through FAA.
In-country Technical Assistance FAA experts work with other countries to improve aviation safety. Experts are dispatched on short-term assignments to address specific problems and conduct surveys, studies, etc. Long-term assistance is provided by civil aviation assistance groups comprised of resident FAA advisers who assist in the development of a country's aviation system. The FAA has provided experts in the following areas: • Systems design and planning • Equipment installation and maintenance • Airworthiness maintenance • Type certification • Air traffic control procedures • Airport operations and standards
International Aviation Safety Assessment (IASA) Program The United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) established the IASA program through public policy in August of 1992.
International Aviation Safety Assessment (IASA) Program FAA's program focuses on a country's ability, not the individual air carrier, to adhere to international standards and recommended practices. Types of Assistance: • IASA Technical Review • IASA Technical Assistance
FAA Technical Assistance Programs How do we get started? Establish a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA): • MoA’s are arranged with foreign aviation authorities to exchange technical information and pursue joint technical projects, including R&D activities. • The recipient country generally reimburses the FAA for the cost of the technical assistance.
Leadership Development Our contribution to the growth of leadership skills in foreign aviation professionals is an integral component of developing civil aviation organizations worldwide.
International Visitors Leadership Program (IVLP) Each year, approximately 4,000 aviation professionals participate in the International Visitors Leadership Program (IVLP). Department of State assisted program.