http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/GCAA RSS FeedThe latest news of UAE General Civil Aviation Authority.Copyright © UAE General Civil Aviation Authority – since 1998, All Rights Reserved.Etihad Boeing 787-10 descended below vertical profile during approach to runway 31L at Abu Dhabi International Airport Ref. No: AIFN/0007/2020http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=543DDD, 12 Oct 2021 11:30:47 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeAccident – 20 Feb 2020 Ref. No: AIFN0005/2020http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=541DDD, 31 Aug 2021 01:19:51 PMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe occurrence involved two skydivers who were in freefall with parachutes and collided in mid-air. One of the parachutists was fatally injured due to the impact on the ground. Ref. No: AIFN/0006/2021http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=540DDD, 26 Aug 2021 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe occurrence involved two skydivers who were in freefall with parachutes and collided in mid-air. One of the parachutists was fatally injured due to the impact on the ground. Ref. No: AIFN/0006/2021http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=542DDD, 26 Aug 2021 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeEmirates EK957 Boeing 777-31HER Severe Turbulence Occurrence within Nicosia FIR Ref. No: AIFN/0002/2021http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=538DDD, 08 Aug 2021 08:52:09 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeInjuries Caused by In-flight Turbulence Ref. No: SRP/0002/2020http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=537DDD, 03 Aug 2021 09:27:33 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeSigma Airlines Airbus A300B4 Collision with Ground Support Vehicle during Parking Ref. No: AIFN/0006/2020http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=536DDD, 23 Jul 2021 06:54:47 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeAccident – 24 July 2020 Ref. No: AIFN0009/2020http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=535DDD, 15 Jul 2021 11:08:33 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeDuring a takeoff attempt, A Paramotor Pilot have applied an erroneous control technique which resulted in losing the control of the Paramotor and fatally impacting the ground. Ref. No: AIFN/0013/2019http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=534DDD, 31 May 2021 11:06:11 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeAircraft damage during an emergency landing due to an engine failure on approach Ref. No: AIFN/0005/2021http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=533DDD, 29 Apr 2021 07:35:43 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeFatal ground impact after loss of control during attempted hover maneuver at low Ref. No: AIFN/0012/2020http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=532DDD, 15 Apr 2021 10:29:18 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeLoss of control during attempted go-around and contact with the ground Ref. No: AIFN/0011/2020http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=531DDD, 08 Apr 2021 07:00:29 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe General Civil Aviation Authority is launching Master In Air & Space Law Sponsorship Program in coordination with Sharjah University.http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=530DDD, 21 Mar 2021 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe General Civil Aviation Authority opens registration for UAE nationals in the Communication, Navigation & Surveillance Systems Engineer training program at the Air Navigation Services Sector.http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=529DDD, 16 Mar 2021 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeHis Excellency Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director General of the General Civil Aviation Authority welcomed His Excellency Dr. Matar Al Niyadi, the UAE Ambassador-designate to Kuwait at the Authority’s headquarters in Dubai. The meeting discussed the existing cooperation between the UAE Kuwait civil aviation sectors and ways to enhance cooperation and coordination. in addition to discussing the l...http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=528DDD, 04 Mar 2021 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeHis Excellency Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director General of the General Civil Aviation Authority welcomed His Excellency Dr. Matar Al Niyadi, the UAE Ambassador-designate to t Kuwait at the Authority’s headquarters in Dubai.http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=513DDD, 03 Mar 2021 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeName change of the UAE Representative Office to ICAO. Full name: Permanent Mission of the United Arab Emirates to the International Civil Aviation Organization. Short form: UAE Permanent Mission to ICAO. Abbreviation: UPMhttp://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=527DDD, 03 Mar 2021 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeH.E. Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi – Director General of the General Civil Aviation Authority – confirmed that the Authority attaches high importance on the process of Emiratizing specialized jobs in the aviation sector, especially those specializations that are scarce in the number of national specialists. http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=514DDD, 01 Mar 2021 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeH.E. Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi – Director General of the General Civil Aviation Authority – confirmed that the Authority attaches high importance on the process of Emiratizing specialized jobs in the aviation sector, especially those specializations that are scarce in the number of national specialists. http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=515DDD, 01 Mar 2021 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeIsmail Mohammed Al Balooshi, Official spokesperson of UAE aviation sector stated that more than 2,700,000 tests for arrivals have been conducted since restarting flights. The total rate of positive results is 0.7%, and more than 70% of front-line workers in the aviation sector were vaccinatedhttp://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=526DDD, 23 Feb 2021 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe General Civil Aviation Authority has launched in cooperation with the leading medical group GMC Clinics, the first “Mobile Aviation Medical Clinic” in the world. This clinic, which is the first of its kind, is a prominent achievement considering the repercussions of the COVID19 pandemic, as it provides all specialized civil aviation medical, clinical & laboratory services. Services inclu...http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=525DDD, 23 Jan 2021 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) in the UAE has launched in cooperation with the leading medical group GMC Clinics, the first “Mobile Aviation Medical Clinic” in the world. This clinic, which is the first of its kind, is a prominent achievement considering the repercussions of the COVID19 pandemic, as it provides all specialized civil aviation medical, clinical & laboratory services.http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=516DDD, 22 Jan 2021 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe General Civil Aviation Authority and the UAE Inventors Association signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at strengthening the partnership between the two sides, to achieve the UAE's vision in the fields of innovation.http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=524DDD, 13 Jan 2021 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe General Civil Aviation Authority announced the reopening of airspace and the resumption of air traffic between The United Arab Emirates and Qatar, as of January 9, 2021, following the signing of the Alala statement containing the Permanent Solidarity Agreementhttp://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=523DDD, 09 Jan 2021 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe United Arab Emirates and the island nation of Curaçao, a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, have signed an Air Services Agreement for the purpose of establishing and operating Air Services between and beyond their respective territories.http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=518DDD, 29 Dec 2020 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeEmirates A380 Aircraft flight UAE763 Severe Turbulence encounter during cruise in the airspace over Mozambique, Africa. Ref. No: AIFN/0001/2020http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=512DDD, 20 Nov 2020 07:05:37 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) organized the Virtual Airworthiness Consultative Conference in its twenty-third edition this October, with the attendance of nearly 100 participants from various airlines, with the aim of discussing challenges related to the aviation safety resumption phase.http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=519DDD, 05 Nov 2020 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeوقعت دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة ممثلة بالهيئة العامة للطيران المدني اتفاقية خدمات النقل الجوي بأحرفها الأولى مع سلطة الطيران المدني في مملكة تونغا بتاريخ 19 أكتوبر 2020 في مقر الهيئة بدبي بهدف تعزيز العلاقات الجوية الثنائية بين البلدين.http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=520DDD, 19 Oct 2020 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeEmirates A380 Aircraft flight UAE216 Severe Turbulence encounter during cruise in the airspace over Wyoming, Salt Lake City FIR, United States. Ref. No: AIFN/0003/2020http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=511DDD, 01 Oct 2020 07:51:32 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeOn 9 February 2018, at 1005 local time (LT), a SkyRunner powered parachute, registration N143SR, departed SkyHub, Margham, Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, to conduct a demonstration flight with a private Pilot and a passenger onboard. After takeoff, which was towards the southeast, the powered parachute failed to gain height and impacted a building resulting in serious injuries to both occupants...http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=510DDD, 17 Sep 2020 11:28:39 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeOn 9 February 2018, at 1005 local time (LT), a SkyRunner powered parachute, registration N143SR, departed SkyHub, Margham, Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, to conduct a demonstration flight with a private Pilot and a passenger onboard. After takeoff, which was towards the southeast, the powered parachute failed to gain height and impacted a building resulting in serious injuries to both occupants...http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=509DDD, 16 Sep 2020 07:29:27 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeAircraft Struck Runway Edge Lights on Landing Ref. No: AIFN/0008/2019http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=508DDD, 09 Sep 2020 07:37:49 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has published a novel regulation for the Urban Air Mobility (UAM). The UAM is considered as a new mode of air transportation. This is an important milestone in the creation of the UAE framework for a safe, secure and efficient operation of flights in the close proximity of populated urban areas. http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=521DDD, 06 Sep 2020 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeEmirates A380 Aircraft Severe Turbulence Encounter during Cruise over the Bay of Bengal Ref. No: AIFN/0009/2019http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=507DDD, 27 Aug 2020 08:00:29 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe General Civil Aviation Authority, represented by the Aviation Safety Affairs Sector, hosted a webinar which was lead and attended by UAE aviation industry experts who actively discussed and shared their experience on the safe resumption of aviation operations as air travel restrictions are being gradually eased post-COVID-19 restrictionshttp://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=522DDD, 15 Jul 2020 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeEngine failure during takeoff from Al Maktoum International Airport. Ref. No: AIFN/0004/2019http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=506DDD, 21 Jun 2020 09:16:47 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeLoss of control on approach during runway lighting calibration flight. Ref. No: AIFN/0007/2019http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=505DDD, 31 May 2020 12:33:13 PMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeDescent below cleared altitude during the first approach, and FMS was not reconfigured following a reset during the second approach. Ref. No: AIFN/0010/2017http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=504DDD, 23 Apr 2020 12:55:17 PMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe towlines of two parasail canopies snapped and the canopies liberated. Each of the canopies was carrying three people. Both blown by wind and then landed hardly at a nearby farm. Ref. No: SRP/0001/2020http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=503DDD, 21 Apr 2020 02:19:06 PMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeDescent below cleared altitude during the first approach, and FMS was not reconfigured following a reset during the second approach. Ref. No: AIFN/0010/2017http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=502DDD, 16 Apr 2020 12:13:25 PMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeSigma Airlines Airbus A300B4-203F loss of control during parking and collision with ground vehicle. Ref. No: AIFN/0006/2020http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=501DDD, 29 Mar 2020 02:45:16 PMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeEmirates Boeing 777-31H impacted runway 12L during the attempted go-around. Ref. No: AIFN/0008/2016http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=491DDD, 03 Mar 2020 10:08:23 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeEmirates Boeing 777-31H impact with runway 12L during the attempted go-around. Ref. No: AIFN/0008/2016http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=490DDD, 06 Feb 2020 11:41:50 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe UAE General Civil Aviation Authority - Air Accident Investigation Sector hosted the first National Air Accident Investigation Seminar with attendance from aviation professionals representing Airlines, Airports, Air Navigation Service Providers, Aviation Psychologists, in addition to relevant government entities. http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=500DDD, 19 Dec 2019 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe General Civil Aviation Authority, the aviation regulator for the UAE and Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, and have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance air safety through a series of collaborative measureshttp://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=499DDD, 19 Nov 2019 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeA round of Bilateral Air Services Agreement (ASA) consultations was held between the United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Kazakhstan Wednesday, 13 November 2019 at the headquarters of the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) in Dubaihttp://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=498DDD, 13 Nov 2019 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe General Civil Aviation Authority, represented by the Air Navigation Services and the Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunication in the Kingdom of Bahrain, signed a Memorandum of Understanding on "Air Navigation Services" on the occasion of the 5th Meeting of Heads and Directors of Civil Aviation in the Middle East, which is being held in Kuwait. http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=497DDD, 05 Nov 2019 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe General Civil Aviation Authority of the United Arab Emirates and the Department of Civil Aviation of the Republic of Suriname have gathered in Dubai to initial the text of an Air Services Agreement and signed a Memorandum of Understandinghttp://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=494DDD, 31 Oct 2019 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe General Civil Aviation Authority has launched, in cooperation with the Ministry of Cabinet Affairs and The Future (the National Program for Future Leaders in Civil Aviation), which included several courses, workshops to improve the skills of youth and prepare them to assume leadership positions in the future and to ensure Sustainability in Aviation.http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=493DDD, 15 Oct 2019 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe UAE and the Russian Federation held a round of air transport talks at the Sheikh Zayed Air Navigation Center on 11/10/2019 in the capital Abu Dhabihttp://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=492DDD, 14 Oct 2019 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe UAE will serve its fifth term aboard the international organization after successfully winning its re-election campaign on Tuesday, garnering 152 votes at the meetings of the ICAO’s 40th Session, running in Montreal, Canada from September 24th through October 4th. http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=495DDD, 01 Oct 2019 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeFlight Calibration Services Limited, Loss of control on approach during runway lighting calibration flight. Ref. No: AIFN/0007/2019http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=489DDD, 23 Jun 2019 12:18:03 PMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeIncident, Etihad Airways, Airbus A320-232, Registration A6-EIF, Slow Cabin Depressurization during Descent, Karachi FIR, 45 nautical miles west- southwest of Karachi Int’l Airport, 5 March 2018. Ref. No: AIFN/0004/2018http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=488DDD, 02 May 2019 07:52:50 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeSerious Incident, Etihad Flight College, Diamond DA42NG, Registration A6-FTX and Embraer, PHENOM 100, Registration A6-EFA AIRPROX (Loss of Separation) , three nautical miles north of Al Ain International Airport, 16 October 2017 Ref. No: AIFN/0012/2017http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=487DDD, 17 Apr 2019 10:54:43 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeIncident, Saudia Airlines, Airbus A320, Registration HZ-AS55, Inadvertent Opening of Emergency Exit Hatch and Deployment of Slide Ramp, Dubai International Airport, 20 September 2018 Ref. No: AIFN/0011/2018http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=486DDD, 31 Mar 2019 10:23:09 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeSerious Incident, Etihad Airways, Boeing 777-200FFX, Registration A6-DDE, Pilot Incapacitation, Bahrain FIR, 27 September 2017 Ref. No: AIFN/0011/2017http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=485DDD, 07 Mar 2019 08:17:26 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe General Civil Aviation Authority launched the GCAA Youth Council at the Headquarters of the Federal Youth Authority in the presence of H.E. Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director General of GCAA and H.E. Saeed AlNazri, Director General of the Federal Youth Authority, with the participation of H.E. Vijay Jayant Chotkan, Minister of Public Works, Transport and Communications of The Republic of Sur...http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=496DDD, 11 Feb 2019 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeAccident, Abu Dhabi Aviation, AgustaWestland AW139, Helicopter Controlled Ditching due to Failure of Main Gearbox Oil Cooler Fan Shaft and Associated Abnormal Noise, Arabian Gulf, 8 nm east of Mubarraz Island, Abu Dhabi, 29 April 2017. Ref. No: AIFN/0004/2017http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=484DDD, 03 Feb 2019 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe UAE- General Civil Aviation Authority signed final agreements on air transport services with the Republic of Kiribati, Republic of Vanuatu and the cabinet of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Dubai to boost bilateral air relationships between UAE and these countries. The UAE remains to be the country with the most signed number of open skies agreements.http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=482DDD, 25 Nov 2018 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe United Arab Emirates – General Civil Aviation Authority participated in the 13th international aviation conference in Canada scheduled in the International Civil Aviation Organization -ICAO’s headquarters in Montreal- Canada. http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=483DDD, 21 Nov 2018 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Aviation Award (SMBRAMGAA) recognize overall excellence in the quality of air transport infrastructure, compliance to safety and security standards, cooperation and support among ICAO contracting States, personal contributions of individuals and innovation, and it is an active reflection of the belief of our beloved leader Vice President and Prime ...http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=481DDD, 08 Nov 2018 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeAl Ain, United Arab Emirates: The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) on Tuesday launched the annual "Future Aviator" Senior Aviation Program for the first time in Al Ain in its fourth edition after the programs first launch in Fujairah. http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=479DDD, 30 Oct 2018 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeIn this context, Saif Mohamed Al Suwaidi, Director General of GCAA said, “We are proud to cooperate with Watani El Emarat foundation in conducting the workshops. The UAE flag is the national symbol for the country’s sovereignty and independence; therefore it should be honored as it is embodying values of nationality and loyalty”. http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=480DDD, 29 Oct 2018 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeAccident, Ultramagic N-500, A6-BOB, Balloon Adventures Emirates LLC, Balloon Basket Fire on Landing, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, 14 January 2017. Ref. No: AIFN/0001/2017http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=476DDD, 28 Oct 2018 01:24:21 PMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeSerious Incident, Boeing B777-3FXER, A6-ETL, Etihad Airways, Nose Wheel Tire Tread Separation and Subsequent Engine Ingestion, Abu Dhabi International Airport, 27 September 2016. Ref. No: AIFN/0011/2016http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=475DDD, 17 Oct 2018 09:21:43 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeIncident, Boeing 737-800, A6-FDS, flydubai, Tire Failure Resulting in Loss of a Single Hydraulic System, Dubai International Airport, 8 August 2017. Ref. No: AIFN/0008/2017http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=474DDD, 20 Sep 2018 08:57:55 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeHis Excellency Eng. Sultan Saeed Al Mansoori, Minister of Economy, Chairman of the GCAA said, "During the meeting, the UAE Air Transport Infrastructure Board was approved, and headed by myself and Mr. Paul Griffith, Director of Dubai Airports, as Vice President. The objectives of the Board is to ensure that air transport infrastructure projects and initiatives achieve the first place in the quali...http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=478DDD, 17 Sep 2018 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.ae• ADNEC OBTAINS LICENSE FOR HELICOPTER AT CAPITAL GATE TOWERAbu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) has received the first license of its kind in Abu Dhabi to operate the Helipad at Capital Gate after completing all the requirements of the General Civil Aviation Authority the regulator of the country, making it the first commercial landing strip on a commercial tower in the Emirate of Ab...http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=477DDD, 29 Aug 2018 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeUnder the patronage of her highness Shaikha Fatima Bint Mubarak, and with the attendance of Sheikha Moza bint Marwan Al Maktoum, the General Civil Aviation Authority held today the Emirati Women in Aviation forum as part of its initiatives on Emirati Women’s Day. The forum included panel discussions by international and local decision makers and women from across the industry having various speci...http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=473DDD, 28 Aug 2018 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeAccident, Boeing 777-31H, A6-EMW, Emirates, Runway Impact During Attempted Go-Around, Dubai International Airport, 3 August 2016. Ref. No: AIFN/0008/2016http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=470DDD, 07 Aug 2018 07:50:59 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.ae<ul><li>General Civil aviation authority launches the first of its kind health and safety campaign.</li><li>The campaign offers medical advice for all travelers of all ages, people with determination, and the elderly.</li><li>The "health and safety campaign" initiative is to consolidate the relationship with the public and provide tips to preserve the health of the citizens and residents of...http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=471DDD, 06 Aug 2018 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeDuring the recent visit of his Highness Sheikh Abdulla bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and international cooperation to Canada. His Excellency Engineer Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori, Minister of economy and Chairman of the General civil aviation authority held talks with the Canadian Transport Minister that culminated in an agreement to increase Air Traffic rights between the two ...http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=472DDD, 30 Jun 2018 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe General Civil Aviation Authority of the United Arab Emirates submitted the Aviation Environmental State Action Plan to ICAO in Montreal, Canada. The detailed and comprehensive version of the plan comes after the first version was submitted in 2012. http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=468DDD, 24 Jun 2018 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) is pleased to make available the Record of Discussion (ROD) between the United Arab Emirates and the United States setting out the understanding on Open Skies announced by the two governments on 14 May 2018.The ROD affirms both governments’ strong commitment to maintain the UAE-US Air Transport Agreement of 2002, all rights and obligations of whic...http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=460DDD, 21 May 2018 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe Air Transport Agreement signed between the United Arab Emirates and the United States of America in 2002 is the legal framework governing the air transport relationship between the two countries and reflects the open skies policy adopted by both countries. On 11 May 2018, the two sides signed a Record of Discussion reflecting the strong relationship and the importance of the civil aviation s...http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=469DDD, 15 May 2018 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe United Arab Emirates wins the vote for the membership of the Arab Civil Aviation CouncilThe United Arab Emirates, represented by the General Civil Aviation Authority, won the membership of the Executive Council of the Arab Civil Aviation Organization (ACAC) during the 24th General Assembly Meeting held in Rabat, Morocco, on Wednesday 9 May 2018, and received 17 votes out of 20.http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=461DDD, 09 May 2018 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeDubai, United Arab Emirates, April XX, 2018: The United Arab Emirates, represented by the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Republic of Colombia represented by the Aeronautica Civil De Colombia (ACC) to provide technical assistance programme, and enhance cooperation on civil aviation. http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=467DDD, 17 Apr 2018 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeDubai, United Arab Emirates, March 28, 2018: The United Arab Emirates, represented by the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority, The Governments of the United Arab Emirates, Australia and the United Kingdom have [today] signed a new agreement to promote increased cooperation and collaboration on aviation security. http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=463DDD, 05 Apr 2018 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.ae• 100 students participate in a specialized interactive program to introduce the aviation sector and employment opportunities available in the UAE• The workshops are focused on the development of technical skills in science, technology and aviationhttp://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=465DDD, 25 Mar 2018 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeSerious Incident, Boeing 777-21H, A6-EMJ, Emirates, Pilot Incapacitation, Dubai International Airport, 22 October 2014. Ref. No: AIFN/0017/2014http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=459DDD, 28 Feb 2018 11:03:47 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe General Civil Aviation Authority held today the Aeronnovation summit, in line with the GCAA strategy that supports Innovation in the Aviation Industry of the United Arab Emirates. http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=462DDD, 28 Feb 2018 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeThe General Authority of Civil Aviation has conducted a survey aimed at restricting the private aircrafts registered outside the country and operating at the country's airports as a base for operation within the framework of an initiative aimed at legalizing the activity of private business flights and preventing illegal operations or the so-called gray market. In line with developing and deliver...http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=464DDD, 13 Feb 2018 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeIn the presence of Major General His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the UAE National Service and Reserve and His Excellency Saif bin Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director General of the General Civil Aviation Authority, the General Civil Aviation Authority has launched the National Service training program at the GCAA Sheikh Zayed Air Navigation Center in Abu Dhabi.http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=466DDD, 04 Feb 2018 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeAccident, AgustaWestland AW 109SP, A6-FLP, Falcon Aviation Services, Loss of Control-Inflight, Emirates Palace Hotel Heliport, 15 December 2014. Ref. No: AIFN/0020/2014http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=458DDD, 17 Jan 2018 08:45:25 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeAccident, Airbus A380-800, A6-EEF, Emirates, Cabin Crew Serious Injury due to Turbulence, In-flight (OEJN – OMDB), 13 September 2015 Ref. No: AIFN/0009/2015http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=457DDD, 19 Oct 2017 01:04:03 PMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeFatal Accident, AUTOGYRO / MTOSport, A6-GYO, Nad Al Sheba Private Club, Gyrocopter Loss of Control-Inflight, Skydive Drop Zone, Palm Jumeirah, FAI 2015 Dubai WAG, 9 December 2015 Ref. No: AIFN/0013/2015http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=456DDD, 19 Oct 2017 08:59:33 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeLockheed C-130, Royal New Zealand Air Force, Aircraft Vectored below Minimum Safe Altitude, Approximately 10NM west of Al Minhad Airport, Dubai, 14 June 2017. Ref. No: AIFN/0007/2017http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=455DDD, 20 Aug 2017 10:58:20 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeEmirates Boeing 777-31H, A6-EMW, Runway Impact During Attempted Go-Around at Dubai International Airport, UAE, 3 August 2016 Ref. No: AIFN/0008/2016http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=454DDD, 06 Aug 2017 09:03:46 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeAirbus A380-861, A6-EDQ, Emirates, Failure of the Left Wing Landing Gear to Extend, Dubai International Airport, Dubai, 9 November 2016. Ref. No: AIFN/0015/2016http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=453DDD, 28 Jun 2017 07:37:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeA6-AWN, Helicopter controlled ditching due to high main gearbox oil temperature and associated noise, Arabian Gulf, 8NM east of Mubarras Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Ref. No: AIFN/0004/2017http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=452DDD, 05 Jun 2017 11:09:13 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeBoeing 737-400, AP-BJR, Shaheen Air International, Takeoff from Taxiway, Sharjah International Airport, Sharjah, 24 September 2015 Ref. No: AIFN/0011/2015http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=451DDD, 25 Apr 2017 08:15:17 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeAviation Safety Study. Fueling Vehicle Fire during Aircraft Fueling. Ref. No: SRP/0001/2016http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=450DDD, 04 Apr 2017 09:58:14 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeAirbus A380-842, VH-OQL, Qantas Airways Limited, Uncommanded Engine In-flight Shutdown, Dubai International Airport, Dubai, 27 March 2014 Ref. No: AIFN/0005/2014http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=449DDD, 30 Mar 2017 11:19:51 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeAirbus A320-232, A6-EIY, Etihad Airways, Aircraft Struck by Ground Vehicle, Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi, 25 November 2015 Ref. No: AIFN/0012/2015http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=448DDD, 09 Feb 2017 10:48:01 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeAirbus A319, A6-EID, Etihad Airways, Oxygen System Fire, Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi, 18 January 2014. Ref. No: AIFN/0001/2014http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=447DDD, 08 Feb 2017 11:08:56 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeAeroprakt-22L, A6-XGG, Jazirah Aviation Club, Forced Landing, Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah, 4 October 2016 Ref. No: AIFN/0012/2016http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=446DDD, 05 Feb 2017 01:08:07 PMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeDA 42,A6-HIC,Horizon International Flight Academy Ref. No: AIFN/0018/2012http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=442DDD, 05 Jan 2017 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeEC130B4,A6-DYR,Helidubai,Crash,Dubai,22 January 2014 Ref. No: AIFN/0002/2014http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=443DDD, 05 Jan 2017 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeAirbus A330-243, A6-EYN, Etihad Airways, Pilot Incapacitation, Over Iranian Airspace, 28 June 2015. Ref. No: AIFN/0006/2015http://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=441DDD, 20 Nov 2016 08:35:14 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.aeUAE GENERAL CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY is inviting all Companies holding valid license & registered at Department of Economic Developmenthttp://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=439DDD, 19 Nov 2016 12:00:00 AMinfo@gcaa.aeNewswww.gcaa.gov.ae