The Civil Aviation Regulations, 2011 established under the Civil Aviation Act, 2009 (Act No. 13 of 2009) outline comprehensive rules governing civil aviation operations. Below is a summarized structure and key highlights of the regulations:

Structure Overview

The regulations are divided into several parts, each addressing a specific area of aviation operations, including general provisions, certification, licensing, maintenance, safety, and security. Key parts include:

1. General Provisions: Definitions, abbreviations, and units of measurement.
2. Regulatory Procedures: Processes for making regulations, exemptions, and technical standards.
3. Safety and Accident Management: Procedures for managing aviation accidents and incidents.
4. Certification: Standards for aircraft and parts (e.g., airworthiness, noise, and emissions).
5. Licensing: Regulations for various aviation personnel (e.g., pilots, engineers, and cabin crew).
6. Operations: Rules for general flight, non-type certificated aircraft, and commercial activities.
7. Security: Standards for air cargo security, aviation training, and passenger identification.
8. Airports and Air Traffic Services: Aerodrome operations, safety management, and airspace control.

Key Areas and Definitions

• Aircraft Operations: Includes guidelines for maintenance, leasing, and operation of different types of aircraft (e.g., helicopters, gliders, free balloons).
• Personnel Licensing: Licensing requirements for pilots, engineers, air traffic controllers, and medical certifications.
• Aviation Safety: Emphasizes airworthiness, accident investigations, and maintenance practices.
• Aviation Security: Details procedures for cargo screening, security personnel certification, and protection against unlawful interference.
• Environmental Standards: Noise and engine emission certifications.
• Air Navigation Services: Aerodrome management, traffic services, and information systems.

Highlights from Definitions

• Aircraft Accident: An event causing injury, damage, or loss during aircraft operation.
• Aerial Work: Specialized services using aircraft for tasks like agricultural spraying, firefighting, and search/rescue.
• Airworthiness: Compliance of an aircraft with safety and performance standards.
• Air Operator Certificate (AOC): Authorization for commercial air transport.
• Aerodrome Traffic Zone: Defined airspace around an aerodrome to ensure safety.

Operational Rules

• Part 91: General operating and flight rules, including separation and collision avoidance.
• Part 108: Air cargo security protocols.
• Part 135: Rules for operating small commercial aircraft.
• Part 145: Standards for aircraft maintenance organizations.

The regulations establish a framework to ensure safety, efficiency, and environmental responsibility in civil aviation while aligning with international standards.

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