284 Transport
Aircraft Operation and Airworthiness
On September 28, 2011, the CAD approved a Multi-crew Pilot's Licence (MPL) training course co-organised by the Hong Kong Dragon Airlines Limited and the Oxford Aviation Academy. The training concept and methodology for the issue of a MPL is the first of its kind launched in Hong Kong, which incorporate competence- based training, advanced simulator technology, Threat and Error Management (TEM) and multi-crew operations. These are more in line with the desired competence of pilots flying modern commercial jetliners.
Aviation Security
The Aviation Security Ordinance constitutes the local legislation for implementing conventions and agreements on aviation security, promulgated by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO). 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 they meet international standards.
The CAD continued to oversee the effective functioning of the aviation security mechanism to prohibit the carriage of restricted articles into the HKIA's 'Enhanced Security Restricted Area' or into the cabins of passenger planes. In light of the prevailing international trends and in the overall interest of the airport community, catering knives with round-ended blunt tips have been excluded from the list of restricted articles since April 2011.
Enhancing Aviation Services
Good progress has been made in replacing the existing air traffic control (ATC) system and developing a new CAD headquarters on Airport Island to enhance operational efficiency and to support the aviation sector's long term growth. Construction of the new CAD headquarters is expected to complete in the third quarter of 2012. The tendering arrangements for replacing the system were completed at the end of 2011, with installation and testing planned to commence in the latter half of 2012.
To maintain Hong Kong's civil aviation vitality, the CAD will continue working with the ICAO and regional civil aviation authorities to develop new technologies to enable the HKSAR to maintain a safe, secure, efficient and environmentally sustainable air navigation system that meets global and regional standards.
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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