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HKIA in the fourth quarter (October-December) were 951. The Civil Aviation Department (CAD) increased the runway capacity from 62 to 63 flight movements per hour in 2012 by improving the airspace and flight procedures design. To maintain the provision of safe, reliable, efficient and effective air traffic control (ATC) service in line with air traffic growth, the CAD continued with the work to replace the existing ATC system in 2012. Major work continued and included detailed system design, factory acceptance tests and on-site equipment installation and testing. It is expected that integration testing of the new ATC systems will be substantially completed in 2013.
Aviation Security
Conventions and agreements on aviation security, promulgated by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), are implemented through the Aviation Security Ordinance. The Hong Kong Aviation Security Programme (HKASP), which was developed by the Government in consultation with the aviation community and other concerned parties, stipulates the aviation security requirements for the various operators and service providers at the HKIA. The implementation of these requirements is closely monitored by the CAD to ensure that international standards are met. Upon meeting the aviation security requirements of the HKASP, the new Cathay Pacific Cargo Terminal will commence operations in early 2013.
To support the implementation of the ICAO Universal Security Audit Programme, a CAD officer completed, in the capacity as an ICAO auditor, an ICAO aviation security audit mission for Thailand in August 2012.
Enhancing Aviation Services
In December 2012, various CAD functional divisions previously scattered in different locations moved into and commenced operations at the newly completed CAD headquarters on Airport Island to provide efficient one-stop service to the industry and the public. The CAD headquarters' three main design themes are sustainability, aviation education and environmental friendliness, and it is one of Hong Kong's 'greenest' buildings. The new facilities include a centralised examination area, dedicated aircraft accident investigation facilities, multi- purpose conference facilities and an 'Education Path' that brings aviation knowledge to the younger generation and the public.
Websites
Transport and Housing Bureau: www.thb.gov.hk
Transport Department: www.td.gov.hk
Highways Department: www.hyd.gov.hk
Marine Department: www.mardep.gov.hk
Civil Aviation Department: www.cad.gov.hk
Airport Authority Hong Kong: www.hkairport.com
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