ICAO Protocol Questions ANS - 179 PQs

USOAP CMA Protocol Questions ANS-1/58
Air Navigation Services — ANS

Introduction to the ICAO USOAP CMA Protocol Questions
Protocol questions (PQs) are the primary tool developed and used in the ICAO Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme (USOAP) Continuous
Monitoring Approach (CMA) for assessing the level of effective implementation of a State’s safety oversight system. They are based on ICAO Standards
and Recommended Practices (SARPs), Procedures for Air Navigation Services (PANS), ICAO documents and other guidance material. PQs are
organized by audit areas and each PQ is associated with a Critical Element (CE) of the State Safety Oversight System. ICAO periodically revises the PQs
to reflect amendments to ICAO provisions and reference documents.
States can also use PQs to conduct regular self-assessments and internal audits in order to identify and resolve safety deficiencies. In this way, they can
monitor the health of their aviation system in a proactive manner.
A State is deemed to have fully addressed a PQ when it complies with all the required elements of the PQ and provides ICAO with complete evidence of
compliance. This generates a “satisfactory” status of implementation for the PQ. If the State provides insufficient or no evidence of compliance with the
provisions outlined in the PQ, the PQ status becomes “not satisfactory”. The State shall develop and implement a corrective action plan (CAP) which
addresses all elements of the “not satisfactory” PQ, including required supporting evidence.
The status of each PQ for a State is reflected on the Online Framework and in the USOAP CMA 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 Reference” [e.g. Chicago Convention (CC), Annex (A) and Assembly
Resolution (AR)]. Specifically, the “Guidance for Review of Evidence” provides an itemized list of requirements that must be met by the State in order to
address the PQ satisfactorily. When preparing for a USOAP CMA audit, States should use this information to prepare supporting documentation and
evidence for each item listed in “Guidance for Review of Evidence”. When preparing for a USOAP ICAO Coordinated Validation Mission (ICVM),
States should provide supporting documentation for all elements of the PQ that was previously assessed as “not satisfactory”.
Representatives of a State’s civil aviation 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 activity. They should prepare in advance all the information and evidence for each PQ that
need to be provided to the USOAP CMA activity team.
The attached “Summary of Amendments” table provides a list of new and amended PQs and a brief description of the amendments.
The new PQs on safety management will only be applicable to those States with Effective Implementation (EI) of over 60 per cent, starting from
1 January 2016.
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CMO/QMSF-007-07/H (October 2014)

USOAP CMA Protocol Questions — ANS ANS-2/58
General Guidelines
Delegation / Transfer of Functions and Duties
When a State has delegated or transferred any of its safety oversight functions and duties to another State or organization or non-governmental entity, the
PQs on the delegation/transfer may have to be evaluated with the entity to which the functions and duties have been delegated/transferred.
In the case of delegated tasks, it is important to underline that the State remains responsible for ensuring that the delegated tasks are performed, at all
times, by qualified individuals who ensure the implementation of applicable regulations and established 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.
In the case of the transfer of functions and duties, the State is relieved of responsibility for those functions and duties.
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 implementation of the established requirements, procedures and safe practices in each area, in
compliance with ICAO provisions and the State’s national applicable regulations.
Annex
Throughout the PQs, the term “Annex” stands for Annex to the Chicago Convention.
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Specific Guidelines
The ANS PQs are based primarily on the Chicago Convention, Annexes 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 12, 15 and 19 to the Chicago Convention as well as associated
ICAO guidance material.
The USOAP CMA activities in the area of ANS address legislative and regulatory provisions, including operational and oversight activities, in seven fields,
namely:
1) Air Traffic Management (ATM),

2) Procedures for Air Navigation Services — Aircraft Operations (PANS-OPS),
3) Aeronautical Information Services (AIS),
4) Aeronautical Charts (Chart),
5) Communications, Navigation and Surveillance (CNS),
6) Aeronautical Meteorology (MET), and
7) Search and Rescue (SAR).
The PQs on ANS-related legislative provisions address conformance with the Chicago Convention, including, but not limited to, the following articles:
a) Article 3 bis,
b) Article 12 (Rules of the air),
c) Article 25 (Aircraft in distress),
d) Article 28 (Air navigation facilities and standard systems).
e) Article 37 (Adoption of international standards and procedures), and
f) Article 38 (Departures from international standards and procedures).
The term “inspectorate,” as applied in this document, refers to “an office, entity, or person designated by the regulatory body to carry out safety oversight
of the service providers.” In addition, depending on the level of aviation activity in the State, the “inspectorate” could also be assigned other regulatory tasks
within the civil aviation system.
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Abbreviations Used in This Document
A = Annex to the Chicago Convention MSAW = Minimum Safe Altitude Warning

ACC = Area Control Centre NOTAM = Notice to Airmen
ACN = Aircraft Classification Number OCA/H = Obstacle Clearance Altitude/Height
AFTN = Aeronautical Fixed Telecommunications Network OJT = On-the-job Training
AFS = Aeronautical Fixed Service OLS = Obstacle Limitation Surface
AIP = Aeronautical Information Publication PANS = Procedures for Air Navigation Services
AIRAC = Aeronautical Information Regulation and Control PIRG = Planning and Implementation Regional Group
AIS = Aeronautical Information Service PQ = Protocol Question
ANS = Air Navigation Services RCC = Rescue Coordination Centre
AR = Assembly Resolution RNP = Required Navigation Performance
A-SMGCS = Advanced Surface Movement Guidance and Control RP = Recommended Practice contained in an Annex to the Chicago
System Convention
ATC = Air Traffic Control RSC = Rescue Sub-Centre
ATFM = Air Traffic Flow Management RVSM = Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum
ATM = Air Traffic Management SAAQ = State Aviation Activity Questionnaire
ATS = Air Traffic Service SAR = Search and Rescue
CAA = Civil Aviation Authority SARP = Standard and Recommended Practice
CC = Chicago Convention SID = Standard Departure Chart — Instrument
CE = Critical Element SMGCS = Surface Movement Guidance and Control System
Chart = Aeronautical Charts SMS = Safety Management System
CIR = ICAO Circular SRR = Search and Rescue Region
CMA = Continuous Monitoring Approach SSP = State Safety Programme
CNS = Communications, Navigation and Surveillance SSR = Secondary Surveillance Radar
DA/H = Decision Altitude/Height STAR = Standard Arrival Chart — Instrument
FIR = Flight Information Region STCA = Short-Term Conflict Alert
FIS = Flight Information Service STD = International Standard contained in an Annex to the Chicago
GM = ICAO Guidance Material Convention
MDA/H = Minimum Descent Altitude/Height SUPPs = Regional Supplementary Procedures
MET = Aeronautical Meteorology USOAP = Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme
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List of ICAO Reference Documents
Doc 7300 — Convention on International Civil Aviation Doc 9377 — Manual on Coordination between Air Traffic Services,
(Also known as the Chicago Convention) Aeronautical Information Services and Aeronautical Meteorological
Annex 2 — Rules of the Air Services
Annex 3 — Meteorological Service for International Air Navigation Doc 9426 — Air Traffic Services Planning Manual
Annex 4 — Aeronautical Charts Doc 9432 — Manual of Radiotelephony
Annex 5 — Units of Measurement to be Used in Air and Ground Doc 9433 — Manual Concerning Interception of Civil Aircraft
Operations Doc 9554 — Manual Concerning Safety Measures Relating to Military
Annex 10 — Aeronautical Telecommunications Activities Potentially Hazardous to Civil Aircraft Operations
Annex 11 — Air Traffic Services Doc 9574 — Manual on a 300 m (1 000 ft.) Vertical Separation
Annex 12 — Search and Rescue Minimum Between FL 290 and FL 410 Inclusive
Annex 15 — Aeronautical Information Services Doc 9613 — Performance-based Navigation (PBN) Manual
Annex 19 — Safety Management Doc 9643 — Manual on Simultaneous Operations on Parallel or Near-
Doc 4444 — Procedures for Air Navigation Services — Air Traffic Parallel Instrument Runways (SOIR)
Management (PANS-ATM) Doc 9674 — World Geodetic System — 1984 (WGS-84) Manual
Doc 7030 — Regional Supplementary Procedures Doc 9689 — Manual on Airspace Planning Methodology for the
Doc 8071 — Manual on Testing of Radio Navigation Aids Determination of Separation Minima
Volume I — Testing of Ground-based Radio Navigation Systems Doc 9691 — Manual on Volcanic Ash, Radioactive Material and Toxic
Volume II — Testing of Satellite-based Radio Navigation Systems Chemical Clouds
Volume III — Testing of Surveillance Radar Systems Doc 9731 — International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and
Doc 8126 — Aeronautical Information Services Manual Rescue (IAMSAR) Manual
Doc 8168 — Procedures for Air Navigation Services — Aircraft Doc 9734 — Safety Oversight Manual
Operations (PANS-OPS) Part A — The Establishment and Management of a State’s Safety
Volume I — Flight Procedures Oversight System
Volume II — Construction of Visual and Instrument Flight Doc 9735 — Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme Continuous
Procedures Monitoring Manual
Doc 8400 — ICAO Abbreviations and Codes Doc 9750 — Global Air Navigation Plan
Doc 8697 — Aeronautical Chart Manual Doc 9756 — Manual of Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation
Doc 8896 — Manual of Aeronautical Meteorological Practice Doc 9758 — Human Factors Guidelines for Air Traffic Management
Doc 9156 — Accident/Incident Reporting (ADREP) Manual (ATM) Systems
Doc 9368 — Instrument Flight Procedures Construction Manual Doc 9806 — Human Factors Guidelines for Safety Audits Manual
Doc 9371 — Template Manual for Holding, Reversal and Racetrack
Procedures

Doc 9815 — Manual on Laser Emitters and Flight Safety Cir 211 — Aerodrome Flight Information Service (AFIS)
Doc 9817 — Manual on Low-level Wind Shear Cir 241 — Human Factors Digest No. 8 — Human Factors in Air
Doc 9830 — Advance Surface Movement Guidance and Control System Traffic Control
(A-SMGCS) Manual Cir 247 — Human Factors Digest No. 10 — Human Factors,
Doc 9854 — Global Air Traffic Management Operational Concept Management and Organization
Doc 9859 — Safety Management Manual (SMM) Cir 249 — Human Factors Digest No. 11 — Human Factors in
Doc 9863 — Airborne Collision Avoidance System (ACAS) Manual CNS/ATM Systems
Cir 120 — Methodology for the Derivation of Separation Minima Cir 257 — Economics of Satellite-based Air Navigation Services
Applied to the Spacing between Parallel Tracks in ATS Route Cir 267 — Guidelines for the Introduction and Operational Use of the
Structures GNSS
Cir 185 — Satellite-aided Search and Rescue — The COSPAS-SARSAT Cir 278 — National Plan for CNS/ATM Systems
System Cir 305 — Operation of New Larger Aeroplanes at Existing Aerodromes
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SUMMARY OF AMENDMENTS 2014 — ANS PQs

(Rev. B; October 2014)
Note.— 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.
PQ No. PQ No. Type of Amendment

(2012 (2014 Description of Amendments
version) version) New Revised Merged Deleted
7.011 7.011  Question and guidance revised for clarity.
Guidance revised for clarity; CE changed from CE-7 to CE-5;
7.019 7.019 
CE subgroup changed.
7.031 7.031  Guidance revised for clarity.
7.043 Deleted  Question deleted.
7.067 7.067  Question revised for clarity


7.115 7.115  ICAO reference revised.
7.159 7.159  Question revised for clarity.
7.167 7.167  Question, guidance and ICAO reference revised to address safety management.
7.171 7.171  Question, guidance and ICAO reference revised to address safety management.
7.177 7.177  Question revised for clarity; ICAO reference revised.
7.261 7.261  Guidance revised for clarity; ICAO reference revised.


7.423 7.423  Question edited for correction.
New 7.066  New question on safety management.


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Guidance for review of

PQ No. Protocol question ICAO Reference CE
evidence
7 .001 Has the State promulgated, without exception, - Review legislation/regulations which CC CE-1
legislation/regulations with respect to the provides for compliance with the Standards Art. 12
applicable provisions of Annex 2 on high seas of Annex 2
airspace? - Review the differences which have been STD
filed with ICAO and verify whether A2
exemptions are authorized with respect to 2.1.1
compliance with Annex 2 over the high seas
airspace
7 .003 Has the State promulgated legislation to ensure that - Verify the legislation to ensure compliance CC CE-1
air navigation services (ANS) called for under with Article 28 of the Chicago Convention Art. 28
Article 28 of the Chicago Convention are provided
in accordance with ICAO SARPs or established
from time to time, pursuant to the Chicago
Convention?
7 .005 Has the State promulgated legislation to facilitate - Verify legislation CC CE-1
the assistance of aircraft in distress in its territory in Art. 25
adherence to Article 25 of the Chicago Convention?
7 .007 Has the State promulgated regulations and - Verify that the State has ratified Article 3 CC CE-2
associated directives regarding the interception of bis of the Chicago Convention Art 3.d)
civil aircraft above its territory? - Review regulations and directives Art. 3 bis
- Review the AIP STD
A2
3.8, App. 1 & 2 & Att. A
A11
2.23 & 2.24
Doc
4444
C15
7 .009 Has the State promulgated ANS regulations to - Check title and date of last amendment for CC CE-2
transpose the provisions of the ANS-related all regulations related to ANS Annexes: 2, 3, Art. 12
Annexes into its own legislation? 4, 5, 10, 11, 12 and 15 GM
Doc 9734
Part A
3.3
Note.— 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.
evidence
7 .011 Has the State implemented procedures for the - Documented evidence of implemented CC CE-2
amendment of its specific regulations taking into procedures. Art. 37
On-site consideration ICAO provisions, and their - Amendments of regulations effected in a GM
required amendments? timely manner whenever amendments to the Doc 9734
ANS related ICAO Annexes are received. Part A
- Verify the action taken by the State after 3.3
receipt of the last amendments to the ANS
related ICAO Annexes.
7 .013 Has the State implemented a procedure to amend - Documented evidence of the process and CC CE-2
its regulations subsequent to an Annex amendment effective implementation. Art. 37 &
On-site and for identifying and notifying differences, if any, - Review Compliance Checklist for ANS 38
required to ICAO? related ICAO Annexes to identify ALL
differences and cross-check with differences GM
notified to ICAO. Doc 9734
Part A
3.3
7 .015 If the State has adopted ANS regulations from - Confirm procedures address when: CC CE-2
another State/organization, has it implemented a 1. amendments are made by the originating Art. 37 &
procedure for ensuring that these regulations State/organization. 38
comply with relevant Annexes initially and on an 2. ANS-related Annexes are amended. GM
ongoing basis subsequent to an Annex amendment - Review a sample case to confirm effective Doc 9734
or an amendment by the originating State? implementation. Part A
3.3
Note to the auditor:
The development of these procedures is
addressed in LEG PQ 1.029.
7 .017 Has the State established a procedure for the - Review procedure. GM CE-5
distribution of guidance material on civil air - Verify that the procedure addresses the Doc 9734
navigation regulations to ANS providers and air distribution of guidance material on Part A
operators? compliance with civil air navigation 3.6
regulations to ANS providers as well as air
operators.
evidence
7 .019 Does the State ensure that safety-critical - Review means/process used for GM CE-5
information is disseminated in an effective and dissemination of Official Gazette for Doc 9734
On-site efficient manner? regulations, NOTAM, directives, circulars, Part A
required maps, aviation related publications, 3.6.5
timeliness, etc.
7 .031 Has the State established an organizational - Confirm current approved organizational GM CE-3
structure for the safety oversight of air navigation structure for CAA and ANS safety oversight, Doc 9734
On-site service providers? including lines of responsibility. Part A
required 3.1 & 3.4
- Note names and acronyms of the
established authorities and each section
dealing with ANS safety oversight activities.
- Cross-check State Aviation Activity

Questionnaire (SAAQ).
7 .033 Has the State established and implemented a safety - Evaluate if safety oversight mechanisms GM CE-3
oversight system to ensure the effective have been established to ensure effective Doc 9734
On-site implementation of safety related policies and oversight. Part A
required procedures in the air navigation services fields? C2
7 .035 If no safety oversight system has been established, - Review evidence to confirm effectiveness GM CE-3
is there any other mechanism used to oversee, in an of alternative arrangements which have been Doc 9734
On-site objective manner, that the entity responsible for the put in place. Part A
required provision of air navigation services (ANS) is C2
effectively implementing safety-related policies and
procedures?
7 .037 Has the State developed procedures to assist air - Review procedures. GM CE-5
navigation services (ANS) inspectorate staff in Doc 9734
effectively carrying out their safety oversight duties Note: procedures may be compiled into an Part A
and responsibilities? inspector handbook or manual. 3.6
evidence
7 .039 Are the relevant ICAO documents and other - Verify accessibility of documents: PANS CE-5
technical and regulatory publications readily 1. Annexes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 12 and 15. Doc 4444
On-site available to all ANS technical staff? 2. PANS, guidance material and other ANS 2.5.2 a)
required related publications.
Note: Check for field/regional offices as well

as Headquarters.
7 .040 Is there a technical library available for ANS staff - Evaluate: PANS CE-5
or another method to ensure receipt, control and 1. Document control system. Doc 4444
On-site distribution of the necessary technical 2. Method to determine currency of 2.5.2 a)
required documentation? documents. Doc 9734
Part A
3.6
7 .042 Have ANS inspectorate staff been issued Review credentials to ensure: GM CE-3
credentials to facilitate access to ANS facilities in 1. Reference to empowering legislation. Doc 9734
On-site the State and access to service providers Part A
required documentation for the purpose of inspections and 2. Method established to control currency of 3.4.2
enforcement? credential.
3. Inspector photo.
7 .044 Do the ANS inspectorate staff have sufficient office Check available communication means and GM CE-5
equipment? office equipment: Doc 9734
On-site Part A
required 1. Telephone/cell phone
2. Fax
3. Printer
4. Photocopier
5. Computers/laptop/notebook
6. Internet/Intranet.
evidence
7 .045 Has the State established and implemented a - Review mechanism to ensure compliance. GM CE-8
mechanism for the review and elimination of Doc 9734
On-site deficiencies identified within the framework of - Review from the last PIRG report the list Part A
required Planning and Implementation Regional Groups of deficiencies which have been identified in 3.9
(PIRGs)? the air navigation services (ANS) fields and
remedial action proposed/taken by the State.
- In case of identified deficiencies, review

corrective action plan.
7 .051 Is there a distinct separation between the regulatory - Review the organizational structure and GM CE-3
and the service provision functions for all fields in confirm effective separation of regulatory Doc 9734
On-site ANS? function from service provision functions for Part A
required ATS, AIS, PANS OPS, CHARTS, CNS, 2.4.9
MET, SAR.
- This PQ is linked to ORG 2.021
7 .053 Are all the functions and responsibilities of the - Review document detailing functions and GM CE-3
ATS inspectorate staff clearly defined? responsibilities of the ATS inspectorate staff. Doc 9734
Part A
7 .057 Have job descriptions been developed for technical - Review job descriptions for ATS GM CE-3
staff and key management personnel of the air inspectorate staff. Doc 9734
traffic service (ATS) inspectorate? Part A
3.4
7 .059 Has the State established minimum qualifications - Review qualifications and experience GM CE-4
and experience requirements for air traffic service criteria established for technical and Doc 9734
(ATS) inspectorate personnel? managerial posts. Part A
3.5
7 .060 Does the State ensure that the established minimum - Sample recruitment files. GM CE-4
qualification and experience requirements are met Doc 9734
On-site by all air traffic service (ATS) inspectorate - Cross-check with established requirements. Part A
required personnel? 3.5
evidence
7 .061 Does the State employ a sufficient number of - Review methodology established for GM CE-3
qualified air traffic service (ATS) inspectorate staff determining staffing needs. Doc 9734
On-site to carry out its safety oversight tasks and regulatory Part A
required functions? - Review ability to attract new inspectors as 3.4
well as existing vacancies and level of
turnover in past years.
- Review ability to carry out all safety

oversight related tasks, including review and
revision of regulations, training of technical
staff, development of guidance material,
issuance of approvals, conducting of
surveillance and resolution of identified
safety concerns.
7 .063 Has the State established a formal surveillance - Review surveillance programme. GM CE-7
programme for the continuing supervision of the Doc 9734
On-site service provider responsible for air traffic service - Confirm compliance with surveillance Part A
required (ATS)? programme(may be based on proven safety 3.8
indicators or results of inspections from
previous years).
- Inclusion of random inspections.
7 .065 Has the State developed a formal training - Review contents of training programme. GM CE-4
programme detailing the type of training to be Doc 9734
provided to its air traffic service (ATS) inspectorate - Confirm inclusion of initial, on-the-job, Part A
staff? recurrent and specialized training, including 3.5
allotted training periods , as applicable.
7 .066 Have the ATS inspectorate staff who are involved - Sample review relevant training records. GM CE-4
in SSP implementation and its operation completed A19
appropriate SSP and SMS training, as applicable? Att A, 4.1
Doc 9859
4.4.18
evidence
7 .067 Has the State developed a periodic training plan - Review most recent training plan. GM CE-4
detailing and prioritizing the type of training to be Doc 9734
provided to air traffic service (ATS) inspectorate Part A
staff during a specified period? 3.5
7 .069 Is the training programme appropriately - Verify that the type and frequency of GM CE-4
implemented for the air traffic service (ATS) training provided (initial, recurrent and Doc 9734
On-site inspectorate staff? specialized) is sufficient to acquire/maintain Part A
required the required level of knowledge, skills, 3.5
competence and qualifications in accordance
with the duties and responsibilities assigned
to each technical staff.
7 .071 Are air traffic service (ATS) inspectorate staff - Review requirement for the provision of GM CE-4
required to satisfactorily complete their on-the-job- OJT. Doc 9734
On-site training (OJT) before being assigned their tasks and Part A
required responsibilities? - Verify that OJT is provided by an 3.5.2
experienced senior inspector.
7 .073 Does the ATS inspectorate have a system for the - Review requirements/instructions for the GM CE-4
maintenance of training records for its technical establishment and maintenance of training Doc 9734
On-site staff? records. Part A
required 3.5
- Review the system in place.
- Sample training records.
- Verify training records are systematically

retained.
7 .075 Has the State developed procedures to prioritize - Review the procedures. GM CE-5
inspections, audits and surveys towards areas of A19, Att A, 3.3
greater safety concern or need?
Doc 9859
4.2.36, 4.2.37, 4.4.17
evidence
7 .077 Is the prioritization of inspections and audits based - Review the records of the prioritization. GM CE-7
on the analysis of safety risks or quality data? A19
On-site Att A, 3.3
required Doc 9859
4.2.36, 4.2.37, 4.4.17
7 .081 Does the State ensure that the service provider - Review mechanism to ensure compliance. A11 STD 3.7.5 CE-6
responsible for the air traffic service (ATS) has
On-site developed policies and procedures for determining - Review the documented process applied in PANS
required the capacity of the ATS system, including the determining staff requirements. Doc 4444, 3.1, 3.2 & 3.3
number of staff required to ensure the provision of
an adequate ATS system? - Confirm effective application to ensure Doc 9426, Part II, Section
provision of adequate service. 1, C 1, 2& App. C
7 .083 Does the State ensure that the service provider - Review mechanism to ensure compliance. GM CE-6
responsible for the air traffic service (ATS) has Doc 9734, Part A, 3.4 &
On-site developed job descriptions for its ATS staff? - Review job descriptions and confirm 3.7
required application during industry visits.
Doc 9426, Part IV,
Section 2, C 1.4 and App.
B
7 .085 Does the State ensure that the service provider - Review State mechanism to ensure GM CE-6
responsible for the air traffic service (ATS) has compliance. Doc 9734
On-site developed policies and procedures to enable Part A
required recruitment and retention of appropriately qualified - Review policies and procedures. 3.7
and experienced ATS staff? Doc 9426, Part IV,
- Review staff records to assess conformity Section 1, C2
with identified need and stability in staff
retention.
evidence
7 .087 Does the State ensure that the service provider - Review State mechanism to ensure GM CE-6
responsible for air traffic service (ATS) has compliance. Doc. 9426
On-site developed and implemented a training programme Doc 9734
required for its ATS staff? - Review training programme. Part A
3.7
- Verify if it includes, as applicable, initial,
recurrent and specialized training.
- Review evidence of completed training.
7 .089 Does the State ensure that the service provider - Review methods used by the State to GM CE-7
responsible for the air traffic service (ATS) confirm that training records are maintained. Doc 9734
On-site maintains training records for its ATS staff? Part A
required - During industry visits, verify existence of 3.7
training records.
7 .091 Does the State ensure that the service provider - Review State mechanism to ensure PANS CE-6
responsible for the air traffic service (ATS) has compliance Doc 4444
On-site developed and implemented procedures to ensure 2.5.2
required the continued competency of air traffic controllers -Review procedures GM
on new equipment, procedures and updated Doc 9734
communication systems? - Review documentation on refresher Part A
training on new equipment, procedures and 3.7
updated communication systems
7 .101 Does the State ensure that a system has been - Review State mechanism to ensure STD CE-6
established and implemented for the recording and compliance A11
On-site retention of the air traffic service (ATS) data? 6.1.1.4
required - Review documented evidence of the PANS
system used for the recording and retention Doc 4444
of ATS data 4.13.4
- Review evidence to confirm effective

implementation
evidence
7 .105 If an air traffic advisory service is implemented in - Verify documented plan. STD CE-6
Class F airspace, does the State have a plan for A11
On-site replacing the air traffic advisory service and - Confirm due date established for 2.6.1
required implementing a higher classification of airspace? implementation. PANS
Doc 4444
9.1.4.1
7 .107 If the State has delegated to another Contracting - Confirm existence of documentation on the STD CE-3
State or entity the responsibility for provision of the delegation/acceptance of the responsibility A11
air traffic service (ATS) over its territory and/or for the provision of ATS. 2.1
any airspace over the high seas, is there appropriate
documentation to support the delegation? - Verify whether appropriate letters of
agreement have been signed, if necessary.
7 .109 If the State has initiated the implementation of - Where applicable, review the mechanism STD CE-7
performance-based navigation (PBN), are the for safety assessments to be conducted A11 2.7
On-site prescribed navigation specifications appropriate to before and after implementation. GM
required the level of communications, navigation and air Doc 9613
traffic services? - Where applicable, review documented
evidences that the safety of the system is
assured:
1. Flight operations approvals
2. Procedure design capabilities
3. Flight plan adopted for PBN (letter “R” in
item 10)
4. WGS-84 implementation.
7 .111 Does the State ensure that separation minima are - Review State mechanism to ensure STD CE-6
applied in accordance with Procedures for Air compliance. A11
On-site Navigation Services — Air Traffic Management 3.4.1
required (PANS‑ATM) and Regional Supplementary - Review documented evidence of the PANS
Procedures (SUPPS)? separation minima selected. Doc 4444
C5 & C6
- Confirm effectiveness for the applicable SUPPS
airspace. Doc 7030
evidence
7 .113 If the State does not ensure that separation minima - Review documented evidence of the STD CE-5
used are applied in accordance with Procedures for separation minima selected. A15
On-site Air Navigation Services — Air Traffic 4.1.2 c)
required Management (PANS ATM) and Regional - Confirm publication of information in the PANS
Supplementary Procedures (SUPPS), are the AIP. Doc 4444
separation minima used listed in the AIP? C5 & C6
7 .115 If RVSM is implemented in airspace, does the State - Review process to verify that aircraft is GM CE-6
ensure that a process has been established and approved for operation in its RVSM Doc 9574
On-site implemented to verify that aircraft are approved for airspace. 5.4.7
required operation in RVSM airspace, and that the
information is forwarded to the Regional - Review evidence to confirm effective
Monitoring Agency (RMA) on a regular basis? implementation.
- Review process of exchange of approval

information with RMA.
7 .117 If RVSM is implemented, does the State ensure that - Review documented evidence of the GM CE-7
monitoring mechanisms for RVSM are established monitoring mechanisms used for RVSM. Doc 9574
On-site and implemented for the collection of large height 5.4.7
required deviations and coordination failures and subsequent - Review process of exchange of large height SUPPS
reporting to the RMA? deviations with the RMA. Doc 7030
- Confirm effective implementation.
7 .119 Does the State ensure that Annex 11 requirements - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-7
for read‑back of safety‑related parts and other effective implementation. A11
On-site relevant information of air traffic control (ATC) 3.7.3
required clearances and instructions are met? - Review documented evidence of
requirements for read back of ATC PANS
clearances. Doc 4444
4.5.7.5, C14
A10 Vol II & III
evidence
7 .121 Does the State ensure that procedures are - Review documented evidence of the STD CE-6
established and implemented to control the procedures used to control the movement of A11
On-site movement of persons and vehicles on the persons or vehicles on the manoeuvring area 3.8
required manoeuvring area of the aerodrome? of the aerodrome. 3.10
Doc 9476
- Evaluate State mechanism to ensure Doc 9830
effective implementation. Doc 9426
- Review evidence to confirm.
7 .131 Does the State ensure that policies and procedures - Review State mechanism to ensure STD CE-6
are established and implemented for coordination compliance. A11
On-site between air traffic service (ATS) and other entities? 2.16, 2.17, 2.18, 2.20 &
required - Review internal documented coordination 2.21
procedures and confirm that they are
applied.
- Check if coordination is conducted with the

following:
1. Air operators
2. Meteorological (MET) services
3. Aeronautical information service (AIS)
4. Aerodrome operators
5. Military authorities.
evidence
7 .133 Does the State ensure compliance with - Review State mechanism to ensure STD CE-6
communications requirements of Annex 11? compliance. A11
On-site C6
required - Verify communications procedures for:
AIR-GROUND
a) Flight Information Service (FIS),
b) area, approach and aerodrome control
services,
GROUND - GROUND
a) Direct speech circuits between Air Traffic
Service (ATS) units;
b) Direct speech circuits between ATS units
and:
1) MET offices,
2) military units,
3) AIS,
4) rescue coordination centres (RCCs),
5) apron management services units,
6) adjacent area control centres
(ACCs)/Flight Information Regions (FIRs),
etc.
7 .135 Has the State established and implemented - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-6
procedures to ensure that MET information is effective implementation. A3
On-site supplied promptly to flight information centres, - Review documented evidence of App. 9
required area control centres, approach control units, procedures to ensure supply of MET 1.1, 1.2, 1.3 & 1.4
aerodrome control towers, and communication information. A11
stations? 7.1
procedures to ensure that information on aerodrome effective implementation. A11
On-site conditions and the operational status of associated - Review documented evidence of 7.2
required facilities is provided to the aerodrome control tower procedures to provide information on
and unit providing approach control services? aerodrome conditions and the operational
status of associated facilities.
evidence
procedures to ensure that information on the effective implementation. A11
On-site operational status of navigation aids is promptly - Review documented evidence of 7.3
required forwarded to appropriate air traffic service (ATS) procedures to provide information on visual STD
units? and non-visual aids to ATS units. A10
Vol. I
2.3
Doc. 9426, Part 1, C10,
&App. A
7 .151 Does the State ensure that procedures have been - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-6
established and implemented to provide service to effective implementation. A11
On-site aircraft in the event of emergency? - Review documented evidence of the 2.23
required procedures followed to render assistance to PANS
an aircraft in the event of the following Doc 4444
emergencies: 15.1
1. Unlawful interference Doc 9426, Pt, II, C1, 1.3
2. Aircraft bomb threat
3. Emergency descent
7 .153 Does the State ensure that contingency plans have - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-6
been developed and implemented in the event of effective implementation. A11
On-site disruption or potential disruption of air traffic - Review documented evidence of the 2.30
required service (ATS) or related supporting services? existence of contingency plans and how they Att. C
are applied.
- Ensure that contingency plans also address
natural disasters and public health
emergencies.
7 .155 Does the State ensure that the ATS provider has - Review State mechanism to ensure STD CE-6
established and implemented procedures to assist compliance. A11
On-site and to safeguard strayed or unidentified aircraft? 2.24.1
required - Review documented evidence of the
procedures followed to render assistance to
stray or unidentified aircraft.
evidence
7 .157 Has the State promulgated requirements for air- - Verify regulations. STD CE-2
ground radio communications failure? A2
3.6.5.2
A10
Vol. II 5.2.2.7&
8.2.12.5
7 .158 Does the State ensure that procedures are - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-6
established and implemented for air-ground radio effective implementation. A2
On-site communications failure? - Review documented evidence of 3.6.5.2
required implemented procedures related to air- A10
ground radio communications failure. Vol. II 5.2.2.7&
8.2.12.5
PANS
Doc 4444
15.3
SUPPS
Doc 7030
7 .159 Does the State ensure that Air Traffic Control - Review mechanism established to ensure PANS CE-6
(ATC) contingency procedures are established and effective implementation. Doc 4444
On-site implemented for: - Review documented evidence of ATC 15.6 & 15.7
required 1. Radio communications contingencies? contingency procedures.
2. Emergency separation?
And if applicable
a). Short-term conflict alert (STCA)?
b). Minimum safe altitude warning (MSAW)?
7 .167 Has the State promulgated regulations to require Review the regulations to ensure that they STD CE-2
ATS providers to implement an SMS that is are: A19
acceptable to the State responsible for the 1. established in accordance with the 3.1.3 e), 4.1.1, 4.1.7,
provider’s designation? framework elements contained in Appendix Appendix 2
2 of Annex 19; and GM
2. commensurate with the size of the service A19
provider and the complexity of its aviation Att A, 2.1
products or services.
evidence
7 .169 Does the State ensure that the air traffic service - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-6
(ATS) provider has established and implemented effective implementation. A19
On-site SMS acceptable to the State? 4.1.7
required - Verify the implementation.
- Verify the approval process.
7 .171 Does the State, as part of its surveillance - Verify that the surveillance programme GM CE-7
programme, periodically assess ATS providers’ includes periodic assessment of ATS A19
On-site SMS, including its hazard identification and safety providers’ SMS, including: Att A, 3.1
required risk management processes and its safety Doc 9859
performance indicators (SPIs) and their relevant a) setting up with ATS providers periodic 4.4.14
alert and target levels? review of the SMS requirements and related
guidance material to ensure they remain
relevant and appropriate to them;
b) measuring the safety performance of the

SMS through periodic reviews of the agreed
safety performance and ensuring that the
SPIs, targets and alert settings remain
relevant to the ATS provider;
c) ensuring that hazard identification and

safety risk management processes follow
established regulatory requirements and that
safety risk controls are appropriately
integrated into the ATS provider’s SMS.
7 .173 Has the State established an acceptable level of - Review establishment of safety indicators STD CE-2
safety performance to be achieved in the provision and safety targets. A 19
On-site of Air Traffic Services (ATS)? 3.1.2
required - Review establishment of safety indicator GM Doc 9859, C 6, 6.4
value and safety target value. Doc. 4444, C2
evidence
7 .177 Does the State ensure that the service provider - Review mechanism established to ensure CE-6
carries out safety assessments with respect to effective implementation.
On-site significant airspace reorganizations, a) for Doc 4444, 2.6.1
required significant changes in the provision of ATS - Review documented evidence requiring
procedures applicable to an airspace or an safety assessment of any significant safety
aerodrome, and b) for the introduction of new related change to the ATS system and
equipment, systems or facilities,? confirm enforcement.
- Review methodology and effectiveness.
7 .182 If the provision of either AIS, and/or CNS, and/or - Verify the scope of the SMS. STD CE-6
MET and/or SAR services are under the authority A 19
On-site of the air traffic service (ATS) provider, does the 3.1.3, 4.1.7, Note
required State ensure that the scope of the SMS also
addresses the provision of these services?
7 .183 Does the State ensure that safety reviews are being - Review mechanism established to ensure PANS CE-7
regularly conducted by the ATS service provider? effective implementation. Doc 4444
On-site 2.5
required - Check findings of last safety review that
was carried out and follow up action(s)
taken.
7 .184 If the provision of either AIS, and or, CNS, and or - Verify the scope of the SMS. STD CE-6
MET and/or SAR services are not under the A 19
On-site authority of the air traffic service (ATS) provider, 3.1.3, 4.1.7, Note
required does the State ensure that the scope of the SMS
includes those aspects of services with direct
operational implications?
7 .185 Does the State ensure that the ATS provider has - Review mechanism established to ensure PANS CE-7
appropriately qualified personnel to conduct safety effective implementation. Doc 4444
On-site reviews? 2.5.1
required - Verify qualifications and experience of
personnel involved.
evidence
7 .187 Has the State established and implemented a - Review documented evidence confirming PANS CE-8
system for reporting air traffic incidents? the existence and use of an incident Doc 4444
On-site reporting process inclusive of follow-up 16.3
required action.
7 .189 Has the State promulgated a regulation requiring - Verify regulation. CE-2
the establishment and implementation of a runway
safety programme?
Doc 9870, C3
7 .191 Has the State established and implemented a Review the established mechanism and GM CE-2
mechanism for the periodic review of the SMS records of the periodic review. A19
On-site requirements to ensure they remain relevant and Att A, 2.1
required appropriate to the ATS providers? Doc 9859
4.4.14 a)
7 .192 Has the State developed guidance material on the - Review the guidance material. GM CE-5
implementation of SMS for its ATS providers? A19
On-site - Verify awareness of the guidance material Att A, 4.2
required during industry visit. Doc 9859
4.4.19 b)
7 .193 Has the State established a process for the initial - Review the established process. GM CE-5
review and acceptance of ATS providers’ SMS? A19
- Verify that the established process includes Att A, 2.2
verification that the ATS provider's SMS Doc 9859
framework is in compliance with the State’s 4.4.11 b)
SMS regulatory framework.
7 .194 Has the State established procedures for acceptance - Review the procedures. GM CE-5
and monitoring of ATS providers' safety A19
performance indicators (SPI) and their respective Att A, 2.2
alert and target levels?
Doc 9859
4.2.21, 4.2.23, 4.4.13,
4.4.14 b)
evidence
7 .195 Has the State agreed with individual ATS providers - Verify the SPIs, targets and alerts are: GM CE-6
on their respective safety performance indicators A19
On-site (SPIs), alert levels and target levels? a) a combination of high and lower- Att A, 2.2
required consequence SPIs as appropriate; Doc 9859
b) pertinent to the ATS provider’s aviation 4.2.21, 4.4.13
activities;
c) consistent with other ATS providers of the

same category; and
d) congruent with the State’s SSP aggregate

safety indicators for the category.
- Verify that the agreed SPIs are

commensurate with the scope and
complexity of the ATS provider’s specific
operational context.
- Verify effective implementation.
7 .196 Does the State periodically review the agreed safety Verify that: GM CE-7
performance indicators (SPIs) to ensure they A19
On-site remain relevant and appropriate to the ATS 1) the regulator’s process for subsequent Att A, 2.2
required provider? periodic review of safety performance is Doc 9859
made transparent to ATS providers; 4.2.23, 4.4.13,
4.4.14 b)
2) adjustments to previously agreed SPIs,
target or alert settings are substantiated by
appropriate safety data and documented; and
3) the ATS provider’s action plans in relation

to achievement of the targets and corrective
action plans in case of reaching an alert level
are documented.
evidence
7 .201 Has the State promulgated regulations as a bases - Verify regulatory requirements. PANS CE-2
for procedure design in accordance with ICAO Doc 8168
PANS‑OPS provisions? - If criteria other than Doc 8168, Vol. II are OPS/611
used, verify that they provide an equivalent Vol. II
level of safety.
7 .203 Are all the functions and responsibilities of the - Review document containing functions and GM CE-3
PANS-OPS inspectorate staff clearly defined? responsibilities of the PANS OPS Doc 9734
inspectorate staff. Part A
7 .205 Are job descriptions for PANS‑OPS inspectorate - Review job descriptions for the PANS-OPS GM CE-3
staff clearly defined? inspectorate staff. Doc 9734, Part A, 3.4
and experience requirements for PANS‑OPS criteria established for technical and Doc 9734, Part A, 3.5
inspectorate staff? managerial posts.
qualification and experience requirements are met Doc 9734, Part A, 3.5
On-site by all PANS-OPS inspectorate personnel? - Cross-check with established requirements.
required
qualified PANS‑OPS inspectorate staff to carry out determining staffing needs. Doc 9734, Part A, 3.4
On-site its safety oversight tasks and regulatory functions
required over the service providers? - Review ability to attract new inspectors as

oversight related tasks. including review and
safety concerns.
evidence
programme detailing the type of training to be - Confirm inclusion of initial, on-the-job, Doc 9734
provided to its PANS‑OPS inspectorate staff? recurrent and specialized training, including Part A
timelines to be provided, as applicable. 3.5
7 .213 Does the State develop a periodic training plan - Review most recent training plan. GM CE-4
detailing and prioritizing the type of PANS OPS Doc 9734
training to be provided during the specified period? Part A
3.5
implemented for PANS‑OPS inspectorate staff? training provided (initial, recurrent and Doc 9734
On-site specialized) is sufficient to acquire/maintain Part A
7 .217 Are PANS‑OPS inspectorate staff required to - Review requirement for the provision of GM CE-4
satisfactorily complete OJT before being assigned OJT. Doc 9734
On-site their tasks and responsibilities? - Verify that OJT is provided by an Part A
required experienced, senior inspector. 3.5.2
7 .219 Does the PANS-OPS inspectorate have a system - Review instruction or requirement for the GM CE-4
for the maintenance of training records for its establishment and maintenance of training Doc 9734
On-site technical staff? records. Part A
required 3.5
- Verify that training records are
systematically retained.
7 .221 Has the State established an office or entity to - Review the organizational structure STD CE-3
oversee the process of development and including positions. A6, Part I, 4.4.8
On-site maintenance of visual and instrument flight
required procedures? GM
Doc 9734, Part A, 3.4
evidence
7 .223 If the answer to 7.221 is NO then, has the State - Verify how the responsibility or authority GM CE-3
delegated the responsibility for oversight of the has been delegated to another State or Doc 9734
process of development and maintenance of visual agency. Part A
and instrument flight procedures to an agency, 3.4
another Contracting State or group of States? - If this responsibility is to be conducted by a
group of States, review the joint venture.
7 .225 If the State delegates its duties to other CAA - Review documentation clearly defining GM CE-3
divisions, State bodies, Contracting States, regional tasks delegated. Doc 9734
organizations (e.g. recognized organization or Part A
qualified entity), private agencies or individuals, - Verify the legal mechanism for the
are the delegated tasks clearly defined? delegation.
7 .227 Has the State promulgated regulations and - Verify regulations and guidance for the STD CE-2
developed procedures for the establishment of development of procedures. A6
aerodrome operating minima? 4.2.8
GM 9734 Part A
Doc 9365
7 .229 Has the State established minimum qualification - Review qualifications required for new GM CE-6
requirements for procedures specialists and/or procedures design staff. Doc 9734
service providers who are responsible for the design Part A
of flight procedures? 3.7
7 .231 Does the State effectively conduct oversight over - Confirm inspection procedures and GM CE-7
its procedures specialists or service providers? inspection reports. Doc 9734
On-site Part A
required - Review checklist used by inspectorate 3.8
staff.
- Review inspection schedules.
- This PQ is linked to ORG 2.010.
evidence
7 .233 Has the State established a mechanism/system with - Review list of deficiencies which have GM CE-8
time frame for elimination of deficiencies identified been identified through surveillance and Doc 9734
On-site by PANS‑OPS inspectorate staff? remedial action planned or taken. Part A
required 3.9
7 .234 Does the State ensure that PANS‑OPS published - Review mechanism established to ensure PANS CE-7
procedure designs by service providers are effective implementation. Doc 8168
On-site reviewed periodically to ensure that they continue OPS/611
required to comply with changing criteria and meet user - Review procedures, working files, Vol. II
requirements? documentation and data. Part 1 S2 C4
- Confirm that maximum interval for review

is five years.
7 .241 Does the State ensure that PANS‑OPS service - Review mechanism established to ensure GM CE-6
provider has developed job description for its effective implementation. Doc 9734
On-site PANS‑OPS technical staff? - Review documented terms of reference and Part A
required confirm consistent application. 3.7
This PQ is linked to ORG 2.010.
7 .243 Does the State ensure that PANS‑OPS service - Review mechanism established to ensure GM CE-6
providers develop a training programme for PANS‑ effective implementation. Doc 9734
On-site OPS technical staff? - Review documented training programme Part A
required and verify if it includes, when applicable, 3.7
initial, recurrent or specialized training.
7 .245 Does the State ensure that PANS‑OPS service - Review method used by the State to GM CE-7
On-site providers maintain training records for PANS‑OPS confirm that training records are maintained. Doc 9734, Part A, 3.7
required technical staff?
7 .247 Does the State ensure that flight inspections of - Review mechanism established to ensure GM CE-7
instrument flight procedures, including obstacle effective implementation. Doc 8071
On-site checks, are carried out? Vol. I
required - Verify reports and results of flight C8
inspections of instrument flight procedures.
-This PQ is related to ANS PQ 7.393.
evidence
7 .249 Does the State ensure that the entity responsible for - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-6
developing flight procedures publishes obstacle effective implementation. A4
On-site clearance altitude/height (OCA/H)? - Review AIP AD 2.24 to see if published. 11.10.7
required PANS
Doc 8168
Vol. II
Part 1, Section 4, 5.5.6,
6.5.2 & 9431
Part III
5.4.5, 5.5
7 .251 When an aerodrome operating minima has been - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-7
established by the State, does the State ensure that effective implementation. A4
On-site the entity responsible for developing flight - Review AIP AD 2.24 to see if published. 11.10.7
required procedures has established and published operating
minima (e.g. visibility, minimum descent
altitude/height (MDA/H), decision altitude/height
(DA/H)) for instrument approaches at aerodromes?
7 .253 Does the State ensure that the entity responsible for - Review mechanism established to ensure PANS CE-6
PANS‑OPS develops procedures in accordance effective implementation. Doc 8168
On-site with the criteria promulgated by the State? OPS/611
required - Verify that AIP procedures have been Vol. II
established in accordance with the criteria
promulgated by the State.
- Review the following, as applicable:

1. SID procedures (departures and arrivals)
2. Approach procedures
3. Circling procedures
4. En-route procedures
5. Holding procedures
6. Noise abatement procedures
7. Altimeter setting procedures
8. Procedures for simultaneous operations on
parallel runways
9. Procedures for SSR and transponder.
evidence
7 .255 Does the State ensure that PANS‑OPS service - Review mechanism established to ensure PANS CE-7
providers retain all procedure design documentation effective implementation. Doc 8168
On-site so as to allow any data anomalies or errors found Vol. II Part I
required during the production, maintenance or operational - Review procedures, working files, Section 2 Chapter 4, 4.5.2
use of the procedure to be corrected? documentation and data.
7 .261 Has the State established an AIS office or entity? - Review organizational chart and evidence STD CE-3
of the established service. A15
On-site 2.1
required
7 .263 If the State has not established an AIS, has it made - Verify how the State agreed with other STD CE-3
agreement with other Contracting States on the Contracting States or delegated the authority A15
On-site provision of a joint service or delegated the to a non-governmental agency. 2.1.1
required authority for the provision of the service to a non‑ GM
governmental agency? - Verify that each entity’s responsibilities are Doc 9734
clearly defined and that there is no conflict Part A
or overlap of responsibilities. 3.4
- Verify that arrangements are established

for the timely provision of required
information/data to the AIS by the State
services, including customs, immigration
and quarantine services.
- Show arrangements put in place.
7 .267 Does the State ensure that a properly organized - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-6
quality management system in the AIS has been effective implementation. A15
On-site established? 2.2
required - Review documented evidence of
established quality management system
which includes procedures, processes and
resources.
evidence
7 .268 Has the State promulgated regulations to ensure - Review regulation or means to ensure STD CE-2
that information that has been granted copyright compliance. A15
protection originating from another State and 2.4
provided to a third party is appropriately annotated
and the third party is made aware that the product is
copyright protected?
7 .269 Does the State employ sufficient qualified technical - Review methodology established for GM CE-3
staff to carry out its oversight tasks over the entity determining staffing needs. Doc 9734
On-site providing the AIS? Part A
required - Review ability to attract new inspectors as 3.4

safety concerns.
7 .270 Does the State provide one copy of the integrated - Review copy of integrated Aeronautical STD CE-5
Aeronautical Information Package to other AIS Information Package. A15
unit(s), when requested? - Review mechanism established for 2.3.5
providing the information.
7 .271 Are all the functions and responsibilities of the AIS - Review document detailing functions and GM CE-3
inspectorate staff clearly defined? responsibilities of the AIS inspectorate staff. Doc 9734
Part A
3.4
7 .273 Have job descriptions been developed for AIS - Review job descriptions for AIS GM CE-3
inspectorate staff? inspectorate staff. Doc 9734
Part A
3.4
evidence
and experience requirements for AIS inspectorate criteria established for technical and Doc 9734
personnel? managerial posts. Part A
3.5
qualification and experience requirements are met - Cross-check with established requirements. Doc 9734
On-site by all AIS inspectorate personnel? Part A
required 3.5
programme detailing the type of training that - Confirm inclusion of initial, on-the-job , Doc 9734
should be provided to its AIS inspectorate staff? recurrent and specialized training, including Part A
detailing and prioritizing the type of AIS training to Doc 9734
be provided during a specified period? Part A
3.5
implemented for AIS inspectorate staff? training provided (initial, recurrent and Doc 9734
7 .283 Are AIS inspectorate staff required to satisfactorily - Review requirement for the provision of GM CE-4
complete OJT prior to being assigned tasks and OJT. Doc 9734
On-site responsibilities? - Verify that OJT is provided by an Part A
required experienced, senior inspector. 3.5.2
7 .285 Does the AIS inspectorate have a system for the - Review instruction or requirement for the GM CE-4
required - Verify that training records are 3.5
systematically retained.
evidence
the entity providing the AIS? inspection reports. Doc 9734
On-site - Review checklist used by inspectorate Part A
required staff. 3.8
7 .289 Has the State established a mechanism/system with -Review mechanism or system. GM CE-8
time frame for elimination of deficiencies identified - Review list of deficiencies which have Doc 9734
On-site by AIS inspectorate staff? been identified by inspection and remedial Part A
required action planned/taken. 3.9
- Review problems encountered.
7 .301 Does the State ensure that AIS provider has - Review mechanism established to ensure GM CE-6
developed job descriptions for its AIS technical effective implementation. Doc 9734 Part A
On-site staff? - Review documented terms of reference and 3.4 & 3.7
required confirm rational application.
7 .303 Does the State ensure that AIS service providers - Review mechanism established to ensure GM CE-6
develop a training programme for AIS technical effective implementation. Doc 9734
On-site staff? Part A
required - Review documented training programme 3.7
and verify if it includes, when applicable,
7 .305 Does the State ensure that AIS service providers - Review method used by the State to GM CE-7
maintain training records for AIS technical staff? confirm that training records are maintained. Doc 9734
On-site Part A
required 3.7
7 .307 Has the State published its AIP in three parts, in - Review the AIP and identify parts, sections STD CE-5
accordance with Chapter 4 and Appendix 1 of and subsections as per Chapter 4 and A15
Annex 15? Appendix 1 of Annex 15. 4.1.1 &
App. 1
- Review quality verification process prior to
publication.
evidence
7 .309 Does the State ensure that the Aeronautical - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-6
Information Regulation and Control (AIRAC) effective implementation. A15
On-site system is used to notify the establishment, C6 & App. 4 P 2
required withdrawal and premeditated significant changes of - Review published sample of AIRAC AIP Doc 8126, 2.6
circumstances listed in accordance with Chapter 6 amendment or supplement to identify
and Appendix 4 Part 2 of Annex 15? compliance with Chapter 6 and Appendix 4
of Annex 15.
7 .311 Has the State established a mechanism to ensure - Check compliance with Annex 15, STD CE-5
that aeronautical data quality requirements related Appendix 7, Tables A7-1 to A7-5. A15
On-site to publication resolution and data integrity are in 3.2
required accordance with the provisions of Annex 15,
Appendix 7, Tables A7-1 to A7-5?
7 .321 Does the State ensure the availability of charts 1) Review documented evidence of the STD CE-3
either by producing the charts itself or by arranging established service. A4
for its production by another Contracting State or 1.3.2
by an agency? 2) If services are arranged: GM
Doc
a) Verify how the State arranged with the 9734
other Contracting State or agency for charts Part A
production. 3.4
b) Verify that each entity’s responsibilities

are clearly defined and that there is no
conflict or overlap of responsibilities.
evidence
qualified technical staff to carry out its safety determining staffing needs. Doc 9734
On-site oversight tasks over the entity providing the Part A
required cartographic service? - Review ability to attract new inspectors as 3.4

safety concerns.
cartographic inspectorate staff clearly defined? responsibilities of the cartographic Doc 9734
inspectorate staff. Part A
3.4
7 .329 Have job descriptions been developed for - Review job descriptions for cartographic GM CE-3
cartographic inspectorate staff? inspectorate staff. Doc 9734
Part A
3.4
and experience requirements for cartographic criteria established for technical and Doc 9734
inspectorate personnel? managerial posts. Part A
3.5
On-site by all cartographic inspectorate personnel? Part A
required 3.5
7 .333 Has the State developed a training programme - Review contents of training programme. GM CE-4
detailing what type of training should be provided - Confirm inclusion of initial, OJT, recurrent Doc 9734
to its cartographic inspectorate staff? and specialized training including time Part A
periods to be provided, as applicable. 3.5
evidence
detailing and prioritizing the type of training to be Doc 9734
provided during a specified period to its Part A
cartographic inspectorate staff? 3.5
implemented for cartographic inspectorate staff? training provided (initial, recurrent and Doc 9734
7 .339 Are cartographic inspectorate staff required to - Review requirement for the provision of GM CE-4
On-site their tasks and responsibilities? Part A
required - Verify that OJT is provided by an 3.5.2
experienced, senior inspector.
7 .341 Does the cartographic inspectorate have a system - Review instruction or requirement for the GM CE-4
for maintenance of training records for its technical establishment and maintenance of training Doc 9734
required 3.5
retained.
7 .343 Does the State effectively conduct safety oversight - Confirm inspection procedures and GM CE-7
over the entity providing the cartographic service? inspection reports. Doc 9734
On-site Part A
staff.
evidence
time frame for elimination of deficiencies identified been identified by inspection and remedial Doc 9734
On-site by cartographic inspectorate staff? action planned/taken. Part A
required 3.9
7 .351 Does the State ensure that cartographic service - Review mechanism established to ensure GM CE-6
provider has developed job descriptions for its effective implementation. Doc 9734
On-site cartographic technical staff? Part A
required - Review documented terms of reference and 3.4 & 3.7
confirm rational application.
7 .353 Does the State ensure that cartographic service - Review mechanism established to ensure GM CE-6
providers develop a formal training programme for effective implementation. Doc 9734
On-site cartographic technical staff? Part A
required - Review contents of training programme. 3.7
- Confirm inclusion of initial, OJT, recurrent

and specialized training, including timelines
to be provided, as applicable.
7 .355 Does the State ensure that cartographic service - Review method used by State to confirm GM CE-7
providers maintain training records for cartographic that training records are maintained. Doc 9734
On-site technical staff? Part A
required 3.8
7 .357 Does the State ensure that aeronautical charts are - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-6
readily available to users? effective implementation. A4
On-site 1.3.2
required - Check how the charts are readily available
to users.
7 .359 Has the State established a mechanism to ensure - Check compliance with Tables 1 to 6, STD CE-5
that aeronautical data quality requirements related Appendix 6 of Annex 4. A4
On-site to the data integrity and charting resolution are in 2.17 & App. 6,
required accordance with the provisions of Tables 1 to 6 in Tables 1 to
Appendix 6 of Annex 4? 6
evidence
7 .361 Has the State taken reasonable measures to ensure - Review the measures which ensure that the STD CE-5
that the information it provides and the aeronautical information on charts is comprehensive, A4
On-site charts made available are comprehensive and accurate and up to date. 1.3.3
required accurate and that they are maintained up to date by
a revision service?
evidence
7 .363 Has the State made available to users all charts - Review if the following charts, as STD & RP CE-5
which are applicable in the State? applicable, are made available by the State A4
and are published in the AIP in compliance 1.3.2.2
with the Annexes 4 and 15: 16.2.2
1. Aerodrome Obstacle Chart – ICAO Type 3.2, 6.2, 7.2, 8.2, 9.2,
A 10.2, 11.2, 12.2, 13.2,
2. Precision Approach Terrain Chart – ICAO 14.2, 15.2, 16.2,
3. En-route Chart – ICAO 17.2,18.2, 19.2 & 21.2
4. Area Chart – ICAO or, alternatively,
Standard Departure Chart – Instrument
(SID) – ICAO and Standard Arrival Chart –
Instrument (STAR) – ICAO
5. Instrument Approach Chart – ICAO
6. Visual Approach Chart – ICAO
7. Aerodrome/ Heliport Chart – ICAO
8. Aerodrome Ground Movement Chart –
ICAO (only if not provided on the
aerodrome/heliport chart)
9. Aircraft Parking/Docking Chart – ICAO
(only if not provided on the
aerodrome/heliport chart)
10. World Aeronautical Chart – ICAO 1: 1
000 000 or, alternatively, Aeronautical Chart
– ICAO 1: 500 000 or Aeronautical
Navigation Chart – ICAO Small Scale
11. Plotting Chart – ICAO (only where the
En-route Chart – ICAO is not provided)
12. ATC Surveillance Minimum Altitude
Chart – ICAO (only where vectoring
procedures are established, but minimum
vectoring altitudes cannot be shown on the
Area Chart, Standard Departure Chart –
Instrument (SID) or Standard Arrival Chart-
Instrument (STAR).
evidence
7 .371 Has the State designated the authority responsible - Confirm documented evidence, including STD CE-3
for ensuring that the CNS systems and facilities are organizational structure and responsibilities. A10, Vol. II, 2.4.1
On-site maintained and operated in accordance with the
required standards in Annex 10? GM
Doc 9734, Part A, 3.4
7 .373 Does the State employ sufficient qualified technical - Review methodology established for GM CE-3
staff to carry out its safety oversight tasks over the determining staffing needs. Doc 9734
On-site entity operating CNS systems and facilities? Part A
required - Review ability to attract new inspectors as 3.4

safety concerns.
CNS inspectorate staff clearly defined? responsibilities of the CNS inspectorate Doc 9734, Part A, 3.4
staff.
7 .377 Have job descriptions been developed for CNS - Review job descriptions for CNS GM CE-3
inspectorate staff? inspectorate staff. Doc 9734, Part A, 3.4
and experience requirements for CNS inspectorate criteria established for technical and Doc 9734, Part A, 3.5
staff? managerial posts.
qualification and experience requirements are met Doc 9734, Part A, 3.5
On-site by all CNS inspectorate personnel? - Cross-check with established requirements.
required
evidence
programme detailing what type of training should Doc 9734
be provided to its CNS inspectorate staff? - Confirm inclusion of initial, on-the-job, Part A
recurrent and specialized training, including 3.5
timelines to be provided, as applicable.
detailing and prioritizing the type of training that Doc 9734
will be provided during the established period? Part A
3.5
implemented for CNS inspectorate staff? training provided (initial, recurrent and Doc 9734
7 .387 Are CNS inspectorate staff required to satisfactorily - Review requirement for the provision of GM CE-4
complete OJT before being assigned their tasks and OJT. Doc 9734
On-site responsibilities? Part A
7 .389 Does the CNS inspectorate have a system for the - Review instruction or requirement for the GM CE-4
required 3.5
retained.
evidence
the entity operating CNS systems and facilities? inspection reports. Doc 9734
On-site Part A
staff.
- Confirm that facilities and staff of entity

are included.
7 .393 Does the State ensure that requirements for flight - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-7
inspection are established and periodical flight effective implementation. A10
On-site inspections are provided for radio navigation aids? Vol. I
required - Review flight inspection regulations and 2.2, C3
procedures. GM
Doc 8071
- Verify flight inspection reports. Vol. I
C1 to 7
-This PQ is related to ANS PQ 7.247.
On-site by CNS inspectorate staff? action planned/taken. Part A
required 3.9
7 .401 Does the State ensure that the entity operating CNS - Review mechanism established to ensure GM CE-6
systems and facilities has developed job effective implementation. Doc 9734
On-site descriptions for its technical staff? Part A
required - Review documented terms of reference and 3.7
confirm rational application.
evidence
7 .403 Does the State ensure that the entity operating CNS - Review mechanism established to ensure GM CE-6
systems and facilities has developed a training effective implementation. Doc 9734
On-site programme for its technical staff? Part A
required - Review documented training programme 3.7
7 .405 Does the State ensure that the entity operating CNS - Review method used by State to confirm GM CE-7
systems and facilities maintains training records for that training records are maintained. Doc 9734
On-site its technical staff? Part A
required 3.7
7 .412 Has the State designated a meteorological authority - Review organizational chart and evidence STD CE-3
to provide or made arrangements for the provision of the established service. A3
of MET services by a non-governmental agency or 2.1.4
another State ? - Verify how the responsibility or authority
has been delegated to another State or
agency.
- Ensure that the delegation is identified in

the AIP, GEN 1.1.
- Review the agreements between the State

and the entity providing the service.
7 .415 Does the State ensure that an agreement has been - Review mechanism established to ensure RP CE-3
established between air traffic service (ATS) effective implementation. A3
authorities and MET authorities for the provision of 4.2 &
MET services? - Verify existence of any agreements GM
between the two authorities. Doc 9377 App.2
- Verify whether the agreement includes the

calibration of MET equipment used by ATS.
evidence
7 .417 Does the State ensure that the MET authority - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-3
employs a sufficient number of qualified MET staff effective implementation. A3
On-site in the inspectorate? 2.1.5
required - Review methodology established for GM
determining staffing needs. Doc 9734
Part A
- Review ability to attract new inspectors as 3.4
well as existing vacancies and level of A19
turnover in past years. Att A, 3.3
Doc 9859
- Review ability to carry out all safety 4.2.36, 4.2.37, 4.4.17
safety concerns.
MET inspectorate staff clearly defined? responsibilities of the MET inspectorate Doc 9734
staff. Part A
3.4
7 .421 Have job descriptions been developed for MET - Review job descriptions for MET GM CE-3
Part A
3.4
and experience requirements for MET inspectorate criteria established for technical and Doc 9734
3.5
On-site by all MET inspectorate personnel? Part A
required 3.5
evidence
programme detailing the type of training to be - Confirm inclusion of initial, on-the-job, Doc 9734
provided to its MET inspectorate staff? recurrent and specialized training, including Part A
7 .427 Does the MET authority develop a periodic training - Review most recent training plan. GM CE-4
plan detailing and prioritizing the type of training to Doc 9734
be provided during specified period? Part A
3.5
implemented for MET inspectorate staff? training provided (initial, recurrent and Doc 9734
7 .431 Are MET inspectorate staff required to - Review requirement for the provision of GM CE-4
On-site their tasks and responsibilities? Part A
7 .433 Does the MET inspectorate have a system for the - Review instruction or requirement for the GM CE-4
required - Verify training records are systematically 3.5
retained.
over the entity providing the MET service? inspection reports. Doc 9734
On-site - Review checklist used by inspectorate Part A
required staff. 3.8
evidence
On-site by MET inspectorate staff? action planned/taken. Part A
required - Review problems encountered. 3.9
7 .451 Does the State ensure that the entity providing the - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-7
MET service has established a properly organized effective implementation. A3
On-site quality system? 2.2.1
required - Review documented evidence of 2.2.2
established quality system including RP
procedures, processes and resources. 2.2.3
MET service has developed job descriptions for its effective implementation. A3
On-site technical staff? - Review job descriptions and confirm 2.1.5
required rational application. GM
Doc 9734
Part A
3.7
MET service has established a training programme effective implementation. A3
On-site for its technical staff? - Review documented training programme 2.1.5
required and verify if it includes, when applicable, GM
initial, recurrent or specialized training. Doc 9734
Part A
3.7
7 .457 Does the State ensure that the entity providing the - Review method used by State to confirm GM CE-7
MET service maintains training records for its that training records are maintained. Doc 9734
On-site technical staff? Part A
required 3.7
7 .459 Does the State ensure that the wind sensors for - Review mechanism established to ensure RP CE-6
local routine reports are appropriately sited to give effective implementation. A3
On-site the best practicable indication of conditions along - Also see AIP GEN 3.5.3. 4.6.1.2
required the runway/touchdown zone? - Verify on industry visit.
evidence
7 .461 Do MET watch offices issue SIGMET messages, - Review the three most recent SIGMET STD CE-6
giving a concise description in abbreviated plain messages issued. A3
On-site language about the occurrence of weather 7.1.1
required phenomena which may affect aircraft operations? - Where applicable, review an extract of staff
instructions which cover the issuance of
SIGMET messages for volcanic ash and
tropical cyclones.
7 .463 Does the State ensure that provisions related to - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-6
special air-reports, including those for volcanic ash, effective implementation. A3
On-site are followed with respect to their relay to the 5.8
required relevant MET offices? - Verify the existence of staff instructions at STD
the air traffic services (ATS) and MET units A11
regulating the issuance of special air-reports. 2.20
PANS
- As applicable, make sure that the specific Doc 4444
case of volcanic ash is covered therein. 4.12
7 .465 Does the State ensure that MET offices issue wind - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-6
shear warnings for aerodromes where wind shear is effective implementation. A3
On-site considered as a safety factor? 7.1
required - Verify the existence of staff instructions 7.4.1
concerning the issuance of wind shear
warnings.
7 .467 Does the State ensure that the MET authority, in - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-2
coordination with the air traffic service (ATS) effective implementation. A3
On-site authority, has promulgated regulations for special 4.4.1
required observations? - Verify regulations.
7 .469 Does the State ensure that the MET offices issue - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-6
local routine and special reports? effective implementation. A3
On-site 4.1.3, 4.3.1, 4.3.2 & 4.4.2
required - Review examples of the most recent local
routine and special reports.
evidence
7 .471 Does the State ensure that the MET offices issue - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-6
METAR, SPECI and TAF? effective implementation. A3
On-site 4.1.3, 4.3.1, 4.3.2, 4.4.2
required - Request examples of METAR, SPECI and & 6.2.1
TAF issued over the last seven days.
7 .473 Are MET offices readily accessible so that briefing, - Review the location and accessibility of the STD CE-6
consultation and flight documentation can be facility for provision of the flight A3
On-site provided to flight crew members and/or other flight documentation. 3.3.2 d)
required operations personnel?
7 .475 Does the State ensure that the following reports are - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-6
issued in accordance with the format in Annex 3: effective implementation. A3
On-site App. 3 2.1.1 & 2.1.2
required 1. Local routine and local special reports - Compare with templates in Tables A3-1, App. 5 1.1.1
2. METAR and SPECI A3-2, A3-4, A3-5, A5-1, A6 1, A6-2, A6-3 App. 6 1.1.1, 2,1,1, 5.1.1
3. TAF and A6-4 of Annex 3. & 6.2.1
4. SIGMET and AIRMET
5. Aerodrome warning and wind shear warning? - Check availability of reliable aeronautical
fixed service (AFS) communications means.
7 .481 Has the State established an entity which provides, - Review documented evidence of the STD CE-3
on a 24‑hour basis, SAR services within its establishment of the service which includes a A12
On-site territory and the areas where the State has accepted legal framework. 2.1.1
required responsibility to provide SAR to ensure that
assistance is rendered to persons in distress? - Review organizational structure.
7 .483 If the State has not established a SAR entity to - Verify how the responsibility or authority STD CE-3
provide 24-hour services, has the State arranged has been delegated to another Contracting A12
with another Contracting State or group of States to State or group of States. 2.1.1
provide such SAR services?
evidence
7 .485 Do the basic elements of SAR services include: - Review existence of the basic elements for STD CE-3
a) a legal framework, SAR. A12
On-site b) a responsible authority, 2.1.1.2
required c) organized available resources,
d) communication facilities, and
e) a workforce skilled in coordination and
operational functions?
qualified technical staff to carry out its safety determining staffing needs. Doc 9734
On-site oversight tasks over the rescue coordination centre Part A
required (RCC) and, as appropriate, rescue sub-centre - Review ability to attract new inspectors as 3.4
(RSC)? well as existing vacancies and level of

safety concerns.
SAR inspectorate staff clearly defined? responsibilities of the SAR inspectorate Doc 9734
staff. Part A
3.4
7 .491 Have job descriptions been developed for SAR - Review job descriptions of SAR GM CE-3
Part A
3.4
and experience requirements for SAR inspectorate criteria established for technical and Doc 9734
3.5
evidence
On-site by all SAR inspectorate personnel? Part A
required 3.5
programme detailing the type of training to be Doc 9734
provided to its SAR inspectorate staff? - Confirm inclusion of initial, on-the-job, Part A
recurrent and specialized training, including 3.5
timelines to be provided, as applicable.
detailing and prioritizing the type of SAR training Doc 9734
to be provided during a specified period? Part A
3.5
implemented for SAR inspectorate staff? training provided (initial, recurrent and Doc 9734
7 .501 Are SAR inspectorate staff required to satisfactorily - Review requirement for the provision of GM CE-4
complete OJT before being assigned their tasks and OJT. Doc 9734
On-site responsibilities? Part A
7 .503 Does the SAR inspectorate have a system for the - Review instruction or requirement for the GM CE-4
required 3.5
retained.
evidence
over the rescue coordination centre (RCC) and, as inspection reports. Doc 9734
On-site appropriate, rescue sub-centre (RSC)? Part A
staff.
7 .507 Has the State established a mechanism/system with -Verify existence of mechanism/system. GM CE-8
time frame for elimination of deficiencies identified Doc 9734
On-site by SAR inspectorate staff? - Review list of deficiencies which have Part A
required been identified by inspection and remedial 3.9
action planned/taken.
7 .511 Has the State established a joint rescue coordinator - Review the legislation which establishes a STD CE-3
centre (RCC) to coordinate aeronautical and joint RCC. A122.1.4
On-site maritime SAR operations, or otherwise, when RP
required separate aeronautical and maritime RCCs serve the - Review the SAR organization. 2.1.5 & 2.1.6
same area, does the State ensure that there is closest
practicable coordination between the centres? - When applicable, review the coordination
process between the aeronautical and
maritime RCCs.
7 .513 Has the State established a RCC in each search and - Review the documentation to ensure that STD CE-3
rescue region (SRR)? each SRR has a RCC. A12
2.3.1
RP
2.3.2
7 .515 Has the State designated, as SAR units, elements of - Review letters of designation/agreement STD CE-3
public or private services suitably located and and terms and conditions of SAR unit A12
equipped for SAR operations? involvement. 2.5.1 & 2.6.1
- Review list of equipment for SAR.
evidence
7 .517 Does the State coordinate its SAR organization - Review international letters of agreement STD CE-3
with those of neighbouring States? and national SAR plans. A12
3.1.1
RP A12 3.1.5
7 .519 Does the State permit, subject to such conditions as - Review international letters of agreement. STD CE-2
may be prescribed by its own authorities, entry into A12
its territory of SAR units of other States for the 3.1.3
purpose of searching for the site of aircraft
accidents and rescuing survivors of such accidents?
7 .521 Does the State authorize its RCCs to provide, when - Review standing orders to RCCs. RP CE-3
requested, assistance to other rescue coordination A12
centres (RCCs), including assistance in the form of 3.1.7
aircraft, vessels, persons or equipment?
7 .523 Has the State arranged for all aircraft, vessels and - Review national SAR plan to confirm STD CE-3
local services and facilities which do not form part cooperation. A12
of the SAR organization to cooperate fully with the 3.2.1
latter in SAR and to extend any possible assistance
to the survivors of aircraft accidents?
7 .525 Has the State designated a SAR point of contact for - Review AIP GEN 3.6. STD CE-3
the receipt of COSPAS-SARSAT distress data? A12
3.2.5
7 .527 Does the State ensure that each rescue coordination - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-7
centre (RCC) and, as appropriate, rescue sub-centre effective implementation. A12
On-site (RSC), is staffed 24 hours a day by trained and 2.3.3
required qualified personnel proficient in the use of the - Review the training policy which confirms
language used for radiotelephony communications? language proficiency.
7 .529 Has the State ensured that each rescue coordination - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-7
centre (RCC) and rescue sub-centre (RSC) employ effective implementation. A12
On-site sufficient workforce skilled in coordination and - Review documented evidence. 2.1.1.2
required operational functions?
evidence
7 .531 Does the State ensure that each rescue coordination - Review mechanism established to ensure GM CE-6
centre (RCC) and, if appropriate, rescue sub-centre effective implementation. Doc 9734
On-site (RSC), develops written job descriptions for each Part A
required of their technical staff? - Review job descriptions and confirm 3.7
rational application.
7 .533 Does the State ensure that each rescue coordination - Review mechanism established to ensure GM CE-6
centre (RCC) and, if appropriate, rescue sub-centre effective implementation. Doc 9734
On-site (RSC), establishes a training programme for their Part A
required staff? - Review documented training programme 3.7
initial, recurrent or specialized training
7 .535 Does the State ensure that each rescue coordination - Review method used by State to confirm GM CE-7
centre (RCC) and, if appropriate, rescue sub-centre that training records are maintained. Doc 9734
On-site (RSC), maintains training records for their Part A
required technical staff? 3.7
7 .537 Does the State ensure that rescue coordination - Review mechanism established to ensure RP CE-6
centre (RCC) personnel involved in the conduct of effective implementation. A1
On-site radiotelephony communications are proficient in 1.2.9
required the use of the English language? - Review the policy that the English A12
language proficiency is required in 2.3.4
radiotelephony communications.
7 .539 Has the State made arrangements for the use of - Review documented evidence, such as STD CE-3
SAR units and other available facilities to assist any letters of agreement and terms and A12
aircraft or its occupants who are or appear to be in a conditions of SAR unit involvement. 2.1.3
state of emergency?
7 .541 Has the State ensured the closest practicable - Review national SAR plan and letters of RP CE-3
coordination between the relevant aeronautical and agreement for indication of degree of A12
maritime authorities to provide for the most cooperation established. 3.2.2
effective and efficient SAR services?
evidence
7 .543 Does the State ensure that each rescue coordination - Review State mechanism to ensure STD CE-7
centre (RCC) has prepared detailed plans of compliance. A12
On-site operation for the conduct of SAR operations within 4.2.1
required its search and rescue region (SRR)? - Review RCC plans of operation.
7 .545 Does the State ensure that SAR personnel are - Review mechanism established to ensure STD CE-7
regularly trained and that appropriate SAR effective implementation. A12, 4.4
On-site exercises are arranged?
required - Review training schedule, SAR training IAMSAR Manual (Doc
syllabus, lesson plans and results of training. 9731), Volume I, Chapter
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Air Navigation Services — ANS

CMO/QMSF-007-07/H (October 2014)

Delegation / Transfer of Functions and Duties

Regulatory Function versus Service Provider Function

CMO/QMSF-007-07/H (October 2014)

1) Air Traffic Management (ATM),

CMO/QMSF-007-07/H (October 2014)

Abbreviations Used in This Document

A = Annex to the Chicago Convention MSAW = Minimum Safe Altitude Warning

CMO/QMSF-007-07/H (October 2014)

List of ICAO Reference Documents

CMO/QMSF-007-07/H (October 2014)

CMO/QMSF-007-07/H (October 2014)

SUMMARY OF AMENDMENTS 2014 — ANS PQs

PQ No. PQ No. Type of Amendment

CMO/QMSF-007-07/H (October 2014)

PQ No. PQ No. Type of Amendment

CMO/QMSF-007-07/H (October 2014)

PQ No. PQ No. Type of Amendment

CMO/QMSF-007-07/H (October 2014)

PQ No. PQ No. Type of Amendment

CMO/QMSF-007-07/H (October 2014)

Guidance for review of

- Cross-check State Aviation Activity

Note: Check for field/regional offices as well

- In case of identified deficiencies, review

- This PQ is linked to ORG 2.021

- Review ability to carry out all safety

- Inclusion of random inspections.

- Sample training records.

- Verify training records are systematically

- Review evidence of completed training.

- Review evidence to confirm effective

- Review process of exchange of approval

- Confirm effective implementation.

A10 Vol II & III

- Review evidence to confirm.

- Check if coordination is conducted with the

2. Meteorological (MET) services

3. Aeronautical information service (AIS)

- Verify the approval process.

b) measuring the safety performance of the

c) ensuring that hazard identification and

- Review methodology and effectiveness.

c) consistent with other ATS providers of the

d) congruent with the State’s SSP aggregate

- Verify that the agreed SPIs are

- Verify effective implementation.

3) the ATS provider’s action plans in relation

- Review ability to carry out all safety

- Review inspection schedules.

- This PQ is linked to ORG 2.010.

- Confirm that maximum interval for review

-This PQ is related to ANS PQ 7.393.

- Review the following, as applicable:

- Verify that arrangements are established

- Show arrangements put in place.

- Review ability to carry out all safety

b) Verify that each entity’s responsibilities

- Review ability to carry out all safety

- Review inspection schedules.

- Confirm inclusion of initial, OJT, recurrent

- Review ability to carry out all safety