ttcaa annual report 2013

1 ANNUAL REPORT 2013TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY


To ensure the highest levels of Safety, Security and Effectiveness in the Trinidad and Tobago Aviation Industry

The provision of a Regulatory Framework to facilitate a Safe, Secure and Effective Aviation industry and to provide Air Navigation Services within the Piarco Flight Information Region

Safety, Performance, Professionalism, Teamwork, Accountability, Quality, Diversity

Honesty, Integrity, Respect, Equity

VISION

MISSION

GUIDINGPRINCIPLES

VALUES


TABLE OF CONTENTSBOARD OF DIRECTORS 5EXECUTIVE TEAM 14MANAGEMENT TEAM 15CIVIL AVIATION TRAINING CENTRE 19AIR NAVIGATION SERVICES 27TOBAGO 37ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION - AVIATION AND CLIMATE CHANGE 42SAFETY REGULATIONS DIVISION 47AVIATION SECURITY 54ECONOMIC REGULATIONS DEPARTMENT 60CORPORATE SERVICES 67HONOURING OUR CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 77


The Honourable Minister of Financeand the Economy

Minister Howai has over thirty (30) years’ experience in the

banking and financial services sector.

He has also held directorships on the boards of several

major companies in Trinidad and Tobago and was a former

President of the Bankers’ Association.

Minister Howai attended the University of the West Indies

where he obtained his BSc. in Economics. He later qualified

as a Certified Management Accountant and is a Fellow of

the Institute of Banking of Trinidad and Tobago.

MINISTER OF FINANCE

Larry Howai


Minister in the Ministry of Financeand the Economy

Minister Bharath assumed his position as Minister in the

Ministry of Finance and the Economy on July 4, 2012. He

comes from an international corporate background with a

record of achievement in complex and culturally diverse

business transformations. He began his political career

by becoming the Parliamentary Representative for St

Augustine in November 2007. Minister Bharath is also the

present Minister of Trade, Industry and Investment.

Minister of State in the Ministry ofFinance and the Economy

Minister of State in the Ministry of Finance and the

Economy, Rudranath Indarsingh has always been driven

by his passion for the growth and development of people.

He began his career as an educator, after which he was

employed with the All Trinidad General Workers’ Union.

There, he made meaningful contributions towards the

interests of the union members. Since then, he has been in

the service of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago serving

in 2002 as a temporary Opposition Senator.

Minister Indarsingh has served as the Minister of State

in two key ministries - Ministry of Labour and Small and

Micro Enterprise Development 17th January 2011 – 26

June 2011 and Ministry of Works and Transport May 28th

2010 – 16th January 2011.

THE HONOURABLE

Rudranath Indarsingh

SENATORTHE HONOURABLE

Vasant Bharath


BOARD OF DIRECTORSBack – Left to Right – Sandra Warner, Samuel Henry, Damian Narinesingh, Neil Mohammed, Dundee ThomasFront – Ramesh Lutchmedial, Kimchand Rampaul, Trevor Benjamin, Kerry Ann P Harrison


Back – Left to Right – Sandra Warner, Samuel Henry, Damian Narinesingh, Neil Mohammed, Dundee ThomasFront – Ramesh Lutchmedial, Kimchand Rampaul, Trevor Benjamin, Kerry Ann P Harrison


CHAIRMANKimchand Rampaul

MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMANOF THE BOARD

March 2013 marked the first year that the TTCAA made the transition to its Administrative Complex on Caroni North Bank Road, in Piarco. As the organization moved through its first year in its new facilities, the strategic outlook was “re-tooled” in order to re-focus on the need for self sustainability as well as training and development. Safety, aviation security, operational efficiency and organizational capacity continued to be the top priorities of the TTCAA, but the Board maintained that the achievement and enhancement of these should be sufficiently balanced by training and development.

In 2013, an Income Generation Committee was appointed with a mandate to turn the Civil Aviation Training Centre

(CATC) into a dynamic, revenue generating unit of the TTCAA. Aside from regaining local accreditation from the Accreditation Council of Trinidad and Tobago (ACTT), CATC acquired two international training affiliations - International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Trainair Plus Associate Member and International Air Transport Association (IATA). Authorized Training Centre These relationships will be utilized as strategic marketing tools to promote and advertise CATC as a premier, world class training organization. In 2014, the Board intends to continue to invest in marketing efforts as well as specialized capital infrastructure in order make CATC the aviation training organization of choice in Trinidad and Tobago, and the region.

In re-evaluating its strategic outlook, the TTCAA continued to focus on continuous improvement in safety and aviation security. Over the period, the Safety Regulations and Air Navigation Services (ANS) departments focused on the enhancement of safety, both in terms of ensuring accident / incident occurrence is kept to a minimum as well as industry oversight. Enhancement Based (EB) and Safety Management System (SMS) training programmes were established and administered to all relevant personnel. It is anticipated that SMS will be inculcated into all aspects of the TTCAA operations. Risk assessment and mitigation were also addressed during the period, resulting in the establishment of the Civil Aviation Safety Oversight Reporting and Tracking Suite (CASSORT) system which has been installed and expected to be fully operational by March 2014. Review and resolution of all risk related safety issues are now completed within a ten (10) working day timeframe.

Driven by international mandates and the continuous need to safeguard civil aviation against acts of terrorism and other acts of unlawful interference, the Aviation Security Inspectors attended specialised training and accomplished international certifications.

In terms of operational efficiency, one of the highest priorities of the ICAO is the implementation of Performance Based Navigation (PBN). Some of PBN’s benefits include increased safety of global aviation, greater routing flexibility


The Board also identifies its responsibilities to contribute towards economic and sustainable development of the country through educational thrusts in aviation and other related technical disciplines. As a result, the Board agreed to host the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Children’s Summer Camp during the period July 22 – 26, 2013. The TTCAA experienced an outpouring of interest by the general public – parents wanting their children to be part of this inventive spin on education and vacation fun, as well as the aviation community expressing curiosity to assist in this thrust. Eventually, the number of participants was increased to one hundred and sixty participants by the end of the registration period. Following its resounding success, the TTCAA has committed to make STEM Summer Camp an annual event, aiming to inspire children at every age to enter the dynamic world of aviation and aerospace. It is hoped that even more of the corporate aviation community in Trinidad and Tobago will join together next year to promote, develop and drive STEM in Trinidad and Tobago.

The TTCAA also recognizes, that despite its best efforts, the aviation industry will continue to face unique challenges. The organization will continue to plan in order to meet and treat these challenges head on. The Board envisions that through careful thought, planning and action, the TTCAA will assume a position of leadership not only the national aviation industry but regionally. The Board expresses its appreciation to the staff of the TTCAA for its hard work and diligence. The TTCAA continues to achieve at a higher and higher level based on the dedication and perseverance of its employees. Again, the Board says thank you for your continued support.

On behalf of the Board of TTCAA

Kimchand Rampaul - Chairman

to operators, improved accessibility to aerodromes during all types of weather conditions, decrease of harmful carbon emissions, reduction of the impact of aircraft noise and fuel conservation. Human Resource Development was identified as a significant enabler to successful PBN implementation. The TTCAA has invested heavily in airspace design and operational approvals in order for its personnel to be equipped and prepared.

Additionally, the TTCAA has worked assiduously to consistently improve its services to stakeholders. While still managing the transition of providing the services through the new Air Traffic Management (ATM) system and the separation of the Tower and ACC Operations, the Air Traffic Services (ATS) sought to enhance service delivery through increased training and the implementation of a full RADAR Approach Service and SMS system. The capacity of the system has been enhanced by the certification of twenty-five (25) new Aerodrome Controllers for the Piarco and ANR Robinson International Airports. Two of these controllers were specifically recruited for Tobago Operations and were the first controllers to be fully trained and certified in Tobago.

The TTCAA’s strategic objectives that concentrate on the internal operations – cultural transformation and building of organizational capacity – have provided many supportive strategies and initiatives, as the organization grows and evolves. For example, in the quest for a cross functional, highly skilled and diverse workforce, the HR department has facilitated training and development in order to realign the organization towards its strategic direction. In an effort to promote a climate of trust in the employee / employer relationship, consistent review and application of human resource policies has been undertaken. The TTCAA has taken steps to become an employer of choice within the industry, which has yielded significant increases in applicants for internal and external vacancies. There is a trend within the organization where a greater number of employees has acquired or is pursuing tertiary and post graduate qualifications.


DIRECTORGENERALRamesh

Lutchmedial

GLOBAL ECONOMIC REVIEW AND OUTLOOK FOR 2014

2012 – 2013 was a period of modest growth within the Aviation sector. This growth mirrored the positive worldwide economic growth of 2.3 % real gross GDP, as published by IHS Global Insight. According to the IMF, the global economy is back on a slow path to growth after hitting rock bottom in 2009, thanks in large part to the acceleration in Emerging Market and Developing Economies and the rebound in the US during 2012. The sovereign debt crisis-plagued euro area continues, however, to represent a drag on the world’s economy. The IMF recently revised downward the euro area outlook for the near-term, forecasting a contraction of 0.2% in 2013. The fund, nevertheless, sees the potential for a return

to growth in 2014 (1%). Overall Advanced Economies, including the US, are instead expected to continue growing, 1.4% in 2013 and 2.2% in 2014. As for emerging markets, the IMF estimate puts economic expansion there at 5.5% for 2013 and almost 6% in 2014. The aviation sector should therefore continue to reflect these trends.

The Caribbean region shows mixed reviews wherefore profitability will depend on the strategic planning of both the Airline and Tourism industries.

The region’s two major airlines, Caribbean Airlines and LIAT, have both taken measures to improve efficiency and maximize profitability. Caribbean Airlines has increased frequency on specific routes and LIAT has replaced their Dash8C Q300 aircraft with the larger, more efficient ATR72. These steps are reactionary to the increasing demand for air travel in the region. However, a recent article coming out of Barbados indicated a marked decline in long stay tourist arrivals for that country by 6.3% for the first nine (9) months of 2013. This, compounded by the reduction of flights to Barbados by American Airlines, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic, can have a negative impact on the revenue from Air Navigation Services for the TTCAA and balance out the effect of the possible growth of traffic from North America in 2014. This may however open opportunities for Caribbean Airlines to service the routes and fill the gaps. In Trinidad and Tobago however, a few airlines have been applying for licences to start new services; two from North America, one of which started in late 2012 and the next is planning on commencing operations in early in 2014. There are a number of charter operations into and out of the Trinidad and Tobago as well and this would also mean an increase in the movements through the Piarco FIR region, balancing off the declines.

2014 is expected to be particularly strong for North American carriers ($6.3 billion net profit, the industry’s strongest) as the economy improves, despite its current situation. Capacity discipline is expected to see yields improve, bucking the global trend.

The air travel from North America to the Caribbean and South America therefore could show a small increase


despite its current economic state. This would positively impact the TTCAA through increased flights in the Piarco FIR. Flights from the North American region to the CARSAM region, for the most part, are the second greatest contributors to revenue generating capacity in the FIR. In 2014, the world would also be heading to Brazil for the World Cup and this may signal a small increase in traffic through the PIARCO FIR for the period of the international completion. European carriers are also expected to see a near doubling of profits to $3.1 billion (although even this will only generate an Earnings Before Interest and Tax (EBIT) margin of 1.9% with only African carriers being lower).

Flights departing Europe are expected to have a marginal increase of 2.37% and therefore flights travelling through the Piarco FIR should see some increase based on the current economic boom of South America.

Carriers in Latin America are expected to see profits rise to $1.1 billion as the economic climate in South America continues to flourish. The IMF said Peru is forecast to have the highest economic growth of 6.1 % and the lowest inflation in South America in 2014, followed by Guyana (6 %), Bolivia (5 %), Argentina (4.9%), Chile (4.6 %), Paraguay (4.6 %), Colombia (4.5 %), Suriname (4.5 %), Brazil (4 %) and Uruguay (4 %).

Flights traversing the Piarco FIR to bridge South America and Europe are expected to increase by 0.03%. Since this category of flights offers the greatest revenue generating capacity, revenue from this sector is expected to increase once charges and fees for air navigation services remain competitive with neighbouring airspaces.

• Asia-Pacific is expected to see a modest improvement in profitability from $3.1 billion to $3.6 billion, largely on the back of improved cargo performance, the growing Chinese domestic market and the benefits of restructuring in Japan.

• Middle East carriers are expected to post a $2.1 billion profit (their highest ever).

• African airlines are also expected to return a combined profit of $100 million.

According to IATA, in 2014, airlines are expected to post the same operating margin (3.2%) as in 2006, even with a 54% hike in jet fuel prices. Oil prices are expected to fall to $105/barrel (Brent, from the $109 expected in 2013) on the back of reduced geo-political tensions and an improved US energy outlook. A fall to below $100 would be expected from normal market forces. IATA also expects slightly more robust passenger growth (5.8%) and a significant improvement in cargo growth to 3.7%.

In order to facilitate even further growth and efficiency, the TTCAA continues in its endeavours to revise the airspace. The Performance Base Navigation Core Implementation Committee was established in 2012 to conduct this revision. The goals of this objective are to decrease fuel burn and thus CO2 emissions, to increase the efficiency of air travel through more direct routing and maximize the usage of the Piarco FIR for greater revenue.

Overall, 2014 is expected to see increased travel on a global scale and locally, throughout the FIR. There is an expected increase in revenue generating units of 0.34%. If the TTCAA rates and charges are not significantly changed, this will ensure that the Piarco FIR remains one of the regions with the lowest rates when compared to all neighbouring airspaces. This competitive rate will encourage further increases in flights as airlines endeavour to cut operational costs.

CORPORATE HIGHLIGHTSFollowing the major transition to the new Administrative Complex of 2012, 2013 presented different challenges to the TTCAA. As an Air Navigation Service Provider (ANSP), the organization’s infrastructure is amongst the most modern in the region, and rivals even its international counterparts. However, the TTCAA was now required to ensure that the strategic initiatives set out in the TTCAA’s Strategic Plan 2010-2013 commenced and made a viable impact on operations. The achievement of many of these initiatives rested on the TTCAA’s ability to balance


the implementation of new, advanced methodologies and techniques, and to ensure that its human resources complement underwent appropriate and adequate training and development.

The world of aviation is dynamic and heavily influenced by innovations in technology. The TTCAA intends to maintain its position of leadership in the region by taking advantage of these advancements to make air transport even safer and more efficient. However, the TTCAA is equally adamant about balancing this aim with the development of its personnel. The TTCAA cannot stress enough that training and development of all staff, at every level, is core to maintaining and improving the organization’s intellectual capital.

With this balance the corporate highlights of the period include:

Development of the Civil AviationTraining Centre One of the major focal points in looking at fiscal 2012 / 2013 is the attainment of two (2) internally recognized training affiliations. In June 2013, the TTCAA received approval from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to become an Authorised Training Centre. The TTCAA CATC is now the only IATA Authorized Training Centre in the Caribbean and Latin America. CATC is now authorized to deliver IATA training courses and ensures students and aviation professionals upgrade their professional competencies to IATA standards.

After securing the IATA affiliation, the TTCAA successfully passed the requisite assessment audit by ICAO and was granted Associate Membership in the ICAO TRAINAIR PLUS Programme in June 2013. The CATC has conducted its first ICAO TRAINAIR PLUS Trainers Developers Course in July-August 2013. The TTCAA is also in the process of developing its first Standardised Training Package (STP) for inclusion in the TRAINAIR PLUS Library. This will assist in the CATC gaining Full Membership Status into the TRAINAIR Plus programme.

Locally, the CATC was granted continuing registration with the Accreditation Council of Trinidad and Tobago (ACTT), after a comprehensive assessment of procedures, charts, description of facilities, emergency procedures, student facilitation, student grievance procedures and facility management based on the occupation of the new facility.

Local and international training affiliations, in addition to investment in computer based training infrastructure, have assisted in promoting CATC as a premier tertiary aviation training facility. It is anticipated that marketing efforts will increase significantly in 2014 in order to cement CATC’s status as the go-to training facility in Trinidad and Tobago, as well as the Caribbean.

Preparation for PerformanceBased Navigation (PBN)The global aviation community is facing significant challenges. As demand for air transportation services increase, States are faced with finding solutions to safely increase capacity, efficiency, and access. These constraints are largely a result of reliance upon conventional ground-based navigation aids which limit routes and procedures to the physical locations of ground-based navigation aids. These ground-based systems have served the aviation community well since inception. However, they do not permit the flexibility of point-to-point operations available with PBN to meet the challenges of today and the future.

The TTCAA, in accordance with both the Global Air Navigation Plan and the Regional Performance Based Air Navigation Implementation Plan, has incorporated the concepts of PBN into its strategic objectives plan and has developed and submitted to the ICAO, a PBN implementation roadmap.

Over the past year, a PBN Implementation Team was formed and trained internally. External training was provided to key personnel in areas of Airspace Design and PBN Operational Approvals. The TTCAA has also delivered a basic PBN implementation workshop to


Implementation of Radar Approach Control Service and Use of Radar in Tower Service The provision of a full Radar Approach Control Service into Piarco International Airport (24 hour service) and ANR Robinson International Airport (20 hour service) took effect in 2013. The provision of Radar Service will result in an enhanced service to all operators in Class D airspace while allowing flexible operations within Class G airspace. This required the training of thirty-five (35) Aerodrome Air Traffic Controllers (ACTs) in the use of RADAR for the provision of an Aerodrome Control Service.

CANSO MembershipIn 2013, the TTCAA attained membership in the Civil Air Navigation Services Organization (CANSO). CANSO is the global voice of the companies that provide air traffic control, and represents the interests of Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs) worldwide. CANSO members are responsible for supporting over 85% of world air traffic, and through its Workgroups, members share information and develop new policies, with the ultimate aim of improving air navigation services on the ground and in the air. CANSO also represents its members’ views in major regulatory and industry forums, including at the ICAO, where it has official Observer status.

Aviation Security (AVSEC)The AVSEC Department has some of the most technically skilled, trained and certified AVSEC specialists within the Region, they include certified ICAO Security Auditors, who on request, assist ICAO with its Universal Security Audit Programme (USAP). This wealth of knowledge and expertise within the AVSEC Department has allowed Trinidad and Tobago to contribute in kind to the ICAO AVSEC Mechanism by making available its AVSEC Staff as Short Term Experts (STEs) in the field of aviation security training and auditing in the English speaking ICAO Member States.

Additionally, the AVSEC Department is viewed by ICAO, the US Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and many of our CARICOM Member States as the leader

Barbados and plans to also provide this training to other States within the Eastern Caribbean Region. Similarly meetings were held with the French Antilles islands of Guadeloupe and Martinique to discuss an implementation

process.

Implementation of the Air Traffic Services Message Handling System (AMHS) and Aeronautical Information Services System (AISS)The AMHS and AISS were both successfully installed in 2013 and lay the platform for interconnectivity with the many interoperable tools that present and future aircraft will carry to improve their effectiveness in navigating safely and efficiently. The installations were completed in November 2012 and April 2013. The TTCAA is now capable of producing Aeronautical Charts, Standard Instrument Departure and Arrival procedures for aircraft arriving and departing Trinidad and Tobago and the States of the Eastern Caribbean, applying improved quality control in the production of Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP) and provide pilots and other aviation personnel with more timely and reliable Pre-Flight Information bulletin. The TTCAA was also able to undertake a successful cutover of the new ICAO Model Flight Plan format within the specified timeframe prescribed by ICAO in November 2012.

Supervisory and Operator training on the AMHS and AISS was completed for the Aeronautical Information services (AIS) officers of the PIARCO AIS and the Eastern Caribbean States. Operator Refresher training on the AMHS and AISS was conducted for all AIS Staff members.

In addition to all AIS officers receiving operator and familiarization training on the AMHS and AISS, the department also recruited five (5) new AIS officers who are all currently undergoing on-the-job training.


Innovation and training reverberate throughout the heart of these initiatives as the TTCAA looks forward to another year with confidence and enthusiasm.

Ramesh Lutchmedial - DIRECTOR GENERAL

in AVSEC within the region. The AVSEC Department has represented Trinidad and Tobago at international conferences and meetings at the international, regional and national levels.

Fully trained Air Traffic Controllersin TobagoTraditionally, ATCs from Trinidad are posted to Tobago for a three-month period. However, 2013 was a momentous year for Tobago. For the first time in the history of ATC in our twin isle country, two (2) native Tobagonians, Shurnell Benjamin and Haneisa McDonald, were certified as Aerodrome ATCs. Five more Tobago residents graduated from the ATC course in September 2013 and are currently undergoing ab-initio training. By mid 2014, seven fully rated aerodrome resident ATCs in Tobago will be on staff to manage the Tobago Tower operations.

LOOKING AHEAD...The strategic outlook for 2014 will be dominated by the overarching direction of the organization’s Strategic Plan. Over the period 2013-2015, the TTCAA intends to rollout initiatives in the following areas: • Safety – continued enhancement of safety • Air Navigation Capacity and Efficiency – Increase capacity and improve efficiency of the civil aviation system • Security and Facilitation – continued enhancement of civil aviation security and facilitation • Environmental Protection – minimization of the adverse environmental effects of civil aviation activities • Enhancing Organizational Capacity – through improved communication and corporate practices • Income Generation and Self Sufficiency – through increased marketing of CATC


EXECUTIVE TEAMFrom left to right: Francis Regis, Executive Manager, Safety Regulations; Kathleen Kanhai-

Bujhawan; Executive Manager Corporate Services; Ramesh Lutchmedial, Director General Civil Aviation; Rohan Garib, Executive Manager Air Navigation Services


MANAGEMENT TEAMFront Row, left to right: Ricardo Henry, Manager Economic Regulations; Hema Dass, Manager

Administration; Sandra Warner, Corporate Secretary Legal Officer; Kingsley Herreira, Licensing Inspector II; Veronica Ramdath, Manager Communications, Surveillance and Navigation; Anthony Whittier, Manager

Flight Safety Standards; Garnet Smart, Head Quality Assurance and Investigations; Alexis Brathwaite, Manager Air Traffic Services

Back Row, left to right: Gyandesh Ragoonath, manager Propert Maintenance and Engineering; Anthony Frederick, Manager Aviation Security; Roopnarine Samuel, Manager Information Technology; Sonah Goinda, Manager Finance and Planning; Randy Gomez, Chief Technical Officer; Subharaj Sarwan,

Manager Regulations and Compliance; Bernard Mohamdally, Manager Human Resources; Malcolm De Peiza, Manager Civil Aviation Training Centre (Ag.)


CIVIL AVIATION TRAINING CENTRE


• IATA Cargo Security Awareness • Aviation Security AwarenessScheduling of these courses is being planned from early 2014 and continuing, in keeping with the IATA International Schedule of Examinations associated with the courses.

Having received IATA and ACTT certification, the TTCAA pursued ICAO TRAINAIR PLUS membership for CATC. In February 2013, the TTCAA attended the TRAINAIR PLUS Symposium in Jamaica in which membership into the TRAINAIR PLUS was discussed. Immediately thereafter, a team comprising the Manager Economic Regulations, Manager CATC, Manager Regulations and Compliance and three (3) Instructors was formed to plan for ICAO’s Assessment. ICAO’s TRAINAIR PLUS Secretariat conducted the assessment audit from April 8 to 11, 2013.

The TTCAA successfully passed the assessment audit by ICAO and was granted Associate Membership in the ICAO TRAINAIR PLUS Programme with effect from June 2013. The CATC has conducted its first ICAO TRAINAIR PLUS Trainers Developers Course in July/August. The TTCAA is also in the process of developing its first Standardised Training Package for inclusion in the TRAINAIR PLUS Library. This will assist CATC in gaining Full Membership status into the programme. This achievement will is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2014.

This year marked the 50th anniversary of the Civil Aviation Training Centre (CATC. The CATC was established by ICAO as the first Air Traffic Services Training Centre in the English Speaking Caribbean in 1963. In 2013, the CATC has been reincorporated into the ICAO group of Aviation Training Centres under the ICAO TRAINAIR PLUS Programme.

The year concentrated on revalidating the affiliations with local authorities and developing new linkages with International Aviation Organisations. CATC’s achievements over the last fiscal year have taken a new strategic direction with regards to aviation training.

CATC was granted Continuing Registration with ACTT in July 2013. This means CATC underwent a comprehensive evaluation by the ACTT in which the seven (7) Registration Criteria were evaluated. These were submissions of new procedures, charts, description of facilities, emergency procedures, student facilitation, student grievance procedures and facility management based on the occupation of the new facility.

The Re-registration Team appointed by the DGCA comprised Manager Regulations and Compliance, Manager CATC and an Instructor to complete a revised submission. After the submissions in March and April 2013, a focussed site visit by the ACTT took place on June 7, 2013. Assessments and interviews were conducted with students, the Manager Finance and Planning and the DGCA. Following this, ACTT gave its approval of Continuing Registration in July 2013. Continuing Registration with ACTT was therefore granted to the CATC with effect from August 11, 2013 to August 10, 2015. This means that the Aerodrome Approach courses will be under the GATE programme.

In its efforts to develop the CATC as a leading aviation training centre in the region, the TTCAA in June 2013 received approval from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and became an Authorised Training Centre. This means that the TTCAA can officially stage three IATA Cargo and Security Courses at CATC: • Dangerous Goods Regulation – Initial (Cat. 3)


Standard Training Package (STP) in Threat and Error Management in Air Traffic Control which is scheduled to be completed in the first quarter of 2014.

Seminars/WorkshopsTo keep abreast of this dynamic aviation industry, attendance at industry meetings is necessary. The Manager CATC along with an Air Traffic Controller attended the First Meeting of the Directors of CATCs in the ICAO NAM/CAR Regions which was held in Mexico City from August 27 to 30, 2013.

Over the last fiscal year, courses at the CATC increased drastically as compared to 2011/2012. In 2012/2013, the number of persons trained was two hundred and

TrainingContinuous training and development takes place with the CATC in order to maintain the certifications received by the ACTT, ICAO and IATA.

As part of the requirement for Registration with ACTT, the Chief Instructor and the Manager CATC successfully completed a course in Implementing and Documenting an ISO 9001: 2008 Quality Management System from May 9 to 10, 2013.

• Two (2) Instructors were had upgrade Instructor training in the IATA Advanced Train the Trainer Course from August 27 to 29, 2012. This was an advanced course to the initial course the Instructors completed at IATA’s Training Institute in 2005. • Two (2) Instructors received upgrade Instructor training at the IATA Training Needs Assessment Course held at ICAO’s AVSEC Training Centre in Trinidad and Tobago from January 21 to 25, 2013. • The Manager CATC and three (3) Instructors were trained as Course Developers in the TRAINAIR PLUS Training Developers Course held at the CATC from July 29 to August 9, 2013. This training equipped the CATC Instructors to commence the development of CATC first


fifty seven (257) as compared to 2011/2012 of ninety (90). The following courses were successfully completed in 2012/2013.

• The Aerodrome/Approach Control Course which commenced on April 30, 2012 ended on November 23, 2012 with twenty one (21) of the twenty-three (23) candidates successfully completing the Diploma Programme. • A Basic Radar Control Course was conducted from October 1 to November 8, 2012 for local Air Traffic Controllers, bringing to an end for the time being, ab-initio Area Radar Control Training for Piarco Controllers. • An On the Job Training Techniques Course was conducted from December 11 to 14, 2012 for

eight (8) participants from Antigua. • An On the Job Training Techniques Course was conducted from December 18 to 21, 2012 for Piarco Air Traffic Controllers. • An Apron Control Officer Course was conducted from January 14 to 31, 2013 with four (4) participants from the Airports Authority of Trinidad and Tobago and one (1) private candidate. • A Telecommunications for Radio Operators Course was held from January 14 to 16, 2013 with five (5) participants, four (4) from Bristow

Caribbean Limited and one (1) from the Cayman Islands. • The University of Southern California (USC) conducted an Aviation Security Programme Management Course from January 21 to 24, 2013. Thirty one (31) participants both locally and regionally attended. • In collaboration with the United States Government in the fight against terrorism, the Transportation Security Administration hosted a Security Risk Assessment course at the TTCAA’s facilities from January 28 to February 1, 2013. Representatives from the Ministry of National Security, TTCAA and the Airports Authority of Trinidad and Tobago participated. • Two (2) four-day ATC Refresher courses were

delivered by the CATC from February 26 to March 7, 2013 and one (1) four-day course in On the Job Training Techniques was delivered from March 11 to 14,2013. The three (3) courses were conducted in Suriname. • Five (5) one-week courses in the Use of Radar in Aerodrome Control Service were provided for the ANS Division from February 18 to April 26, 2013, each with seven (7) participants. This course allows for the use of Radar for assistance with the visual acquisition of Traffic by Piarco Tower Controllers.


• Three (3) Radio Telecommunications for Airfield Operators Courses were delivered to Staff of National Helicopters Services Limited at its Camden Headquarters from April 4 to 30, 2013.• An Instructor Techniques Course was conducted for 8 Inspectors from the Safety Regulations Section of the Authority from April 23 to 29, 2013.• An Aerodrome/Approach Control Course commenced on May 20, 2013 with twenty three (23) participants from Aruba, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Antigua, Nevis and Trinidad and Tobago. The Trinidad and Tobago candidates pursued the Aerodrome Control part of the course only and this module was completed on September 6, 2013. The Aerodrome control certificates were redone and mounted on wooden plaques raising the standards of the Course, the CATC and the TTCAA.• An Aeronautical Information Services Course commenced on May 2013 at the CATC with 10 participants Trinidad and Tobago, Dominica and Montserrat. This course ended on August 8, 2013.• The University of Southern California (USC) conducted a Human Factors in Aviation Safety Course from June 3 to 7, 2013. Thirty one (31) participants attended.• A course on the Introduction to Safety Management Systems was conducted from September 9 to 13, 2013 for nineteen (19) participants. In an effort to reduce the amount of paper distributed for courses, this course was conducted with all the material being placed online.

A total of twenty three (23) courses were conducted at the CATC in the period under review. This is by far the highest number of courses conducted in a twelve (12) month period since the inception of the CATC in 1963.

REVENUE GENERATIONThe Civil Aviation Training Centre has produced, conducted and sold its courses within the industry, both locally and regionally. The Board has mandated that this Unit should become more marketable and sustainable. CATC is becoming a business unit and it is an area in which income will be generated. Apart from courses, the


conferencing facility has been rented out to corporate training consultants and companies. At the end of the fiscal year, the rental has generated over $100,000.00 in revenue. Presently, the conference rooms are being equipped with the latest technologies to support multimedia and video conferencing.

THE FUTURE PLANSTRAINAIR PLUS – Work is progressing in the development of CATC’s first Standardised Training Package (STP) to be placed in the TRAINAIR PLUS library. Once accepted by ICAO, the TTCAA will be granted Full Membership Status in the TRAINAIR PLUS Programme. This is expected by early 2014.

Embry Riddle Aviation University (ERAU) – Affiliation with ERAU is being pursued to allow for access in the University’s degree programmes based on credits gained from having completed certain courses at the CATC. This is expected to materialise by the second quarter of 2014.

The work has resumed towards establishing a linkage with City University London for the conduct of three MSC Programmes in Air Safety Management; Air Transport Management and Aircraft Maintenance Management. Proposals for the Recognition of the Foreign Qualification would be submitted to ACTT by year’s end.

After the successful First Meeting of Directors of CATCs in the ICAO NAM/CAR Regions, CATC will work towards establishing the network of CATCs in the region to coordinate the training requirements for the Next Generation of Aviation Professionals (NGAP).

Provision of more modern classrooms to allow for a paperless learning environment will be pursued vigorously with the creation of student portals on the TTCAA website.

Upgrade of the ATC Simulators to include a 2700 Computerised Aerodrome Simulator is progressing and is expected to be completed by third quarter of 2014.

Pursuing excellence in Aviation Training is the vision of the CATC. Changes have taken place over the last year and more are expected as TTCAA takes on the region taking the training needs of the Next Generation of Aviation Professionals.


AIR NAVIGATION SERVICES


The Air Navigation Services (ANS) Division has made significant achievements during the year 2013. The Division has taken an aggressive approach to further develop its functions and responsibilities in the five (5) areas of Air Traffic Services (ATS); Aeronautical Information Services (AIS); Communication, Navigation and Surveillance (CNS); Aeronautical Search and Rescue (SAR) and Aeronautical Meteorology (MET).

The Division has streamlined its Organizational structure to include the ANS Planning and Development Department; ANS Training Unit; Safety Management Systems Unit; Procedure Design Unit; and Piarco Aeronautical Search and Rescue Coordination and Aeronautical Regional Disaster Response Unit.

The Division has also increased its participation at meetings held by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). ICAO has divided the global body into Regional Offices for which Trinidad and Tobago is a member State of the North American, Central American and Caribbean (NACC) Region. Trinidad and Tobago is the Vice-chair of the NACC Air Navigation Implementation Working Group (ANI/WG). Trinidad and Tobago lies within the Sub-Region of the Eastern Caribbean and chairs the following ANS committees. • Performance-Based Navigation (PBN); • Eastern Caribbean Communication, Navigation and Surveillance (CNS); • Network Technical Group; • Search and Rescue; and • Aerodromes and Ground Aids (AGA).

At the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) level, Trinidad and Tobago chairs the Air Navigation Committee of the Caribbean Aviation Safety and Security Oversight System (CASSOS).

ICAO Global Air Navigation Plan (GANP)The ANS Division has based its Strategic Plan in accordance with ICAO’s fifteen (15) year GANP 2013 – 2028. The ANS Strategic Objectives for 2014 is to ensure that continuous safety improvement and Air Navigation modernization advance hand in hand along with ICAO’s plans. With PBN being the main focus of the GANP, the Division has taken a key interest in facilitating a more effective approach to Collaborative Decision Making (CDM) with Airlines and other Stakeholders.

Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation (CANSO)In 2013, the TTCAA obtained membership with CANSO, which is the global voice of Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs) worldwide. CANSO Members support over 85% of world air traffic. Members share information and develop new policies, with the ultimate aim of improving Air Navigation Services (ANS) on the ground and in the air. CANSO represents its Members’ views in major regulatory and industry forums, including at ICAO,


where it has official Observer status. CANSO has an extensive network of Associate Members drawn from across the aviation industry.

Air Navigation Services Provider(ANSP) ApprovalThe ANS Division is preparing to be certified as a designated ANSP by the Safety Regulations Division. This process will ensure that the ANSP meets all regulatory standards of the Trinidad and Tobago Civil Aviation Regulations, as required by International Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs).

ANS Safety Management andQuality Assurance (QA)The ANS Safety Unit was established with the components for ATS, AIS, CNS, SAR, MET and Quality Management (QM). The ANS Safety Unit, which will also address competency assurance in the Air Traffic Services, will incorporate QA personnel from the AIS and CNS. An ANS Project Officer has been contracted to support this office for six (6) months. The ANS Safety Office will support the ANSP application process and develop a Safety Management Implementation Plan. The ANS Unit has taken part in CANSO SMS Standards of Excellence survey and will use this resource to assist with effective implementation. The Division will have the opportunity to implement a Normal Operations Safety Survey in the first

quarter of 2014.

Performance Based Navigation (PBN)The 12th Air Navigation Conference held in Montreal in November 2012 identified Performance Based Navigation (PBN) as the key enabler to the Aviation System Block Upgrades (ASBUs). The TTCAA, in accordance with both the Global Air Navigation Plan and the North American Caribbean Region (NAM/CAR) Regional Performance Based Air Navigation Implementation Plan (RPBANIP), has incorporated the concepts of PBN into its strategic objectives plan and has developed and submitted to the ICAO NACC Office, a PBN implementation roadmap. Some of the major benefits of PBN include increased

safety of global aviation, greater routing flexibility to operators, improved accessibility to aerodromes during all types of weather conditions, reduction of harmful carbon emissions, reduction of the impact of aircraft noise and fuel conservation.

Along with Air Traffic Management (ATM) improvements, the TTCAA has expended major resources towards the development of the Communications/Navigations/Surveillance (CNS) systems throughout the Eastern Caribbean. PBN is linked directly to the Navigation component of CNS, which along with ATM, forms the building blocks for a successful Airspace Concept. Human resource development was also identified as a significant enabler to successful PBN implementation. The TTCAA has invested heavily in various training programs/workshops to ensure that its staff maintains a high level of competence in the required areas.

Over the past year, a PBN Implementation Team was formed and internal training has been provided to its members. External training has also been provided to key personnel in areas of Airspace Design and PBN Operational Approvals. The TTCAA has also delivered a basic PBN implementation workshop to Barbados and plans to also provide this training to other States within the Eastern Caribbean Region. Similarly meetings were held with the French Antilles island of Guadeloupe and Martinique to discuss an implementation process.

Training for Air Traffic Controllers is presently in progress and would continue into 2014 as the implementation plan unfolds. The relevant briefings will be conducted to Pilots, Operators and other aviation stakeholders.

The TTCAA’s plan is to create an Instrument Flight Procedure Design Unit. The software has already been acquired and is currently training personnel in this critical field. Once developed, this will be the first of its kind in the region and will be capable of not only fulfilling the requirements for designing Approaches/Standard Instrument Departures/Standard Arrival Routes to the aerodromes in Trinidad and Tobago, but also offer these services to other States.


Air Traffic ServicesThe major trust of the Air Traffic Services (ATS) during the year 2013 has been implementing and managing initiatives geared towards the continual improvement of the service provided to stakeholders.

While still managing the transition of providing the services through the new ATM system and the separation of the Tower and ACC Operations, the ATS sought to enhance service delivery through increased training and the implementation of a full Radar Approach Service; as well as Safety through the implementation of a Safety Management System.

The capacity of the system has been enhanced by the certification of twenty-five (25) new Aerodrome Controllers for the Piarco and ANR Robinson International Airports. Two (2) of these ATCs were specifically recruited for Tobago Operations and were the first Controllers to be fully trained and certified in Tobago. This is a major development for the ATS in Tobago. The TTCAA is committed to the development of local residents to meet the needs of the aviation industry in Tobago.

Implementation of Radar Approach Control Service and Use of Radar in Tower Service

The provision of a full Radar Approach Control Service into Piarco International Airport (24 hour service) and ANR Robinson International Airport (20 hour service) took effect in 2013. The provision of Radar Service will result in an enhanced service to all operators in Class D airspace while allowing flexible operations within Class G airspace. This required the training of thirty-five (35) Aerodrome Air Traffic Controllers in the use of Radar for the provision of an Aerodrome Control Service.

The Major Training Achievement of the Air Traffic Services (ATS) Department.

The development and delivery of a Radar Approach Control Programme was implemented to certify the Area Radar Controllers by the Department’s internal Training Unit. Theoretical, Simulated and On the Job Training was delivered to fifty (50) Air Traffic Controllers.


Improving Operational Capacity

Twelve (12) new Air Traffic Controllers have been recruited earlier this year after successful completion of “ab-initio” training of which, six (6) have been specifically recruited for Tobago Operations. This brought the staff complement closer to the required capacity, which allowed the Operational Unit to focus on the implementation of other significant areas of the Regional Air Navigation Plan, such as CPDLC and ADS-C services. This also allowed other Air Traffic Controllers to be released for much needed developmental training such as refresher training, familiarization flights and ATC performance development.

Aeronautical Information Service (AIS)The TTCAA, in recognizing the essential role of the AIS in the evolving world of Air Traffic Management, Area Navigation (RNAV), required Navigation Performance (RNP), Performance Based Navigation (PBN) embarked on two (2) important projects to satisfy the need for quality and timeliness of information that these initiatives require.

The Air Traffic Services Message Handling System (AMHS) and the Aeronautical Information Services System (AISS) was procured in 2012 and commissioned for use in November 2012 and April 2013 respectively. These systems lay the platform for interconnectivity with the many interoperable tools that present and future aircraft will carry to improve their effectiveness in navigating safely and efficiently while maintaining safety.

The TTCAA with the acquisition of the AISS is now capable of producing Aeronautical Charts, develop Standard Instrument Departure and Arrival procedures for aircraft arriving and departing Trinidad and Tobago and the States of the Eastern Caribbean, apply improve quality control in the production of Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP) and provide pilots and other aviation personnel with more timely and reliable Pre-Flight Information bulletin.

Sucessfully commissioned in 2013 were the AISS modules including Meteorological (MET), Flight Plan (FPL), Notices to Airmen (NOTAM), Pre-Flight Information Bulletin (PIB), Procedure Design and Airspace Management (FPDAM), Charting, Electronic Aeronautical Information Publication (eAIP), Planning Extension Tool (PLX), Digital NOTAM and the Aeronautical Information Exchange Model (AIXM 5.1).

ICAO Flight Plan 2012 After months of preparation and collaboration with our stakeholders and E/CAR States, a successful cutover of the new ICAO Model Flight Plan format was implemented on November 2012.

Successful Implementation of AMHS/AISSin the Eastern Caribbean

Installation which Training on the AMHS/AISS User terminals were completed during January 2013 to March 2013 for the ECAR States of Montserrat, Antigua and Barbuda, Anguilla, St. Kitts & Nevis, Dominica, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Grenada and Barbados. The Management was fully engaged in resource allocation and preparedness for this training to be successful. The CNS and AIS Departments


TrainingIn response to the technological developments and to assist staff in carrying out their functions and duties in an effective manner, training was a key focus for 2013. An AIS Training Unit was established in March and two (2) AIS officers were assigned. • Supervisory and Operator training on the AMHS and AISS was completed for the AIS officers of the PIARCO AIS; the Eastern Caribbean States. Operator Refresher training on the AMHS and AISS was conducted for all AIS Staff members. • Five (5) AIS Trainees Officers received familiarization and Operator Training on the AMHS and AISS equipment from April to May 2013. • ICAO Flight Plan 2012 training was completed for all AIS. • Two (2) AIS officers participated in the Basic Procedures For Air Navigation Services – Aircraft Operations (PANSOPS) course conducted by the IDS Company of Italy. • Three (3) AIS Officers received Database Maintenance, Database Administration, Aeronautical Charting and AIP Production training on the various modules of the AISS. • To meet its staffing requirements, the AIS department recruited five (5) Trainees. These trainees and three (3) AIS Officers participated in the AIS Course 106/06. Three (3) AIS officers were assigned to the Civil Aviation Training Centre as Instructors for the AIS and ATC course. On-the-Job Training is on-going for the AIS Trainees. This is expected to be completed by the end the year.

Publication • The 7th Edition of the ECAR AIP was completed in June 2013. • The 1ST Amendment to 7TH Edition ECAR AIP was completed in July 2013. Production on CD and distribution to subscribers completed during the month of August 2013.

worked closely together to foster this training and was a key element in the successful implementation.

Pilot Flight Briefing StationIn order to facilitate the General Aviation (GA) pilots in the filing of flight plans at the Piarco International Airport, Trinidad, a Pilot Self briefing Flight Planning facility was commissioned for use at the Executive Jet Centre, South Terminal Building on the August 2013.A similar facility is being worked on at the ANR Robinson International Airport, Tobago.

2013 Accomplishments • Electronic Terrain and Obstacle Data (eTOD) survey was completed for Trinidad and Tobago on the September 2013. Data would be available for use by end of October 2013. • Piarco AIS worked together with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to complete the Technical Letter of Agreement on AMHS interoperability. Testing is scheduled to commence in December 2013. • Connectivity with the AATT on AMHS was successfully completed at the Network level in August 2013. Awaiting AATT on operational connectivity of their Flight Display system. • The Trinidad and Tobago Coast Guard, the Light Aeroplane Club, the Meteorological Office Tobago, and the islands of Saint Martin Grand Case, Saint Barthelemy, and Guadeloupe were all granted access to Flight Planning, Meteorological and NOTAM modules of the AISS. • The AMHS software successfully upgraded in August 2013. • The AISS software upgrade for Flight Planning, Meteorological and NOTAM modules was successfully completed in July 2013. • Procedures are being developed for the implementation of a full AMHS functionality in the ECAR Region by the end of 2013.


• The 7TH Edition ECAR AIP was made available to subscribers via the TTCAA website in August 2013.

Letters of AgreementLetters of Agreement (LOA) between PIARCO AIS and the AIS of St. Kitts and Nevis, Montserrat, St. Lucia and St. Vincent and the Grenadines were signed during the year and all other States Letter of Agreement was signed off previous to October 2012.

Quality Management SystemA Quality Management System (QMS) Unit was established. Six (6) AIS Officers and one (1) support staff was assigned as the Core team. Development of a QMS is on-going. Expected completion date is the end of first quarter 2014. The transition from AIS to Aeronautical Information Management (AIM) remains a key focus of the Department.Training in this area included a workshop on “Implementing and Documenting an ISO 9000-2008 Quality Management system” that was conducted for the Core AIM Transition.

COMMUNICATION, NAVIGATION AND SURVEILLANCE (CNS) The Telecommunications and Electronics Department was renamed as the Communication, Navigation and Surveillance (CNS) Department. This Department has responsibility for the maintenance of all CNS and Air Traffic Management (ATM) equipment and associated networks in support of Air Navigation Services (ANS) in Trinidad and Tobago and the Piarco Flight Information Region (FIR).

CommunicationInterconnectivity of the Eastern Caribbean (E/CAR) Aeronautical Fixed Services (AFS) Network and the MEVA networkTo achieve the objectives of improved reliability of the ATS communications between Sint Marten and Anguilla, St. Kitts and Antigua and Radar data exchange between Trinidad and Sint Maarten, a project to interconnect the E/CAR AFS Network and the MEVA Network was embarked

upon with the assistance of the ICAO NACC Office. The project is expected to be completed by the first quarter of 2014.

Eastern Caribbean Aeronautical Fixed Services(E/CAR AFS) NetworkThe network was reconfigured to facilitate the new AMHS installations to support the enhancement of the Aeronautical Information Service Department.

REDDIGThe REDDIG is a VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal) network that supports CNS/ATM applications for Air Navigation Services in South America and is administered by ICAO. Trinidad and Tobago communicates via voice and data with the adjacent South American Flight Information Regions (FIRs) of Venezuela (Maiquetia), Guyana (Georgetown) and Suriname (Paramaribo and Rochambeau). The project to replace the REDDIG (2003) with the REDDIG II is expected to be completed by May 2014.

NavigationAll Navigation equipment in Trinidad and Tobago were maintained in accordance with ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) and manufacturers’ maintenance procedures and remained operational.

SurveillanceRadar Sharing The Radar Sharing project within the ECAR has completed an implementation plan and the Radar end user equipment technical specification. This will enhance the Surveillance capabilities throughout the Piarco FIR.

Trinidad and Tobago carried out preliminary evaluation with Venezuela and Sint Maarten to determine the operational benefits on the Radars of common interest.


TrainingThe TTCAA recruited six (6) CNS Technicians who received Basic Training in the fundamentals of CNS. Specialized training is expected to continue for the six (6) new CNS Technicians and developmental training would be provided for all other members of the Department in 2014. Training was conducted in accordance with ICAO guidance material, Document 7192.

Piarco Aeronautical Searchand Rescue (SAR)

The TTCAA, with its responsibility for the provision of Air Navigation Services within the Piarco FIR, continues to be the driving force behind aviation development throughout the ECAR. As such, it has taken the integral step to fully develop the Piarco Aeronautical Search and Rescue Coordination and Aeronautical Regional Disaster Response Unit to aid in the seamless transition to a system that will enhance the SAR Services and align itself with the Global Air Navigation Plan.

The main goal of the Unit is to improve standardization and interoperability throughout the ECAR Caribbean Region via continued discussions with the relevant States and Stakeholders. Simultaneously a directive has been adopted to ensure that the Unit develops Air Traffic Control Officers with Basic, Intermediary or Advanced Search and Rescue Coordination and Disaster Preparedness Management expertise.

Within the last few months, the Unit has engaged Local Stakeholders of various Search and Rescue disciplines in an attempt to increase their operational efficiency. The ANS Department has committed to the modernization of the Aeronautical Rescue Coordination Center (ARCC). The ARCC is a sub-unit within the Piarco Aeronautical Search and Rescue Coordination and Aeronautical Regional Disaster Response Unit and will comprise of technological advances needed for Communication and Surveillance.

This Unit will be capable of spearheading coordination to achieve optimum Response and Readiness, to facilitate any aeronautical related incident within the Piarco FIR. Also, the Unit will administer a framework that can effectively support the regional and national community with providing relief alongside similar efforts.


TOBAGO


The need to create a full cadre of Air Traffic Controllers (ATCs) to manage the operations at the Tobago Tower commenced with two (2) residents of Tobago being the first set of certified Aerodrome ATCs.

On April 30, 2012, Shurnell Benjamin and Haneisa McDonald started the Aerodrome Course at the CATC and graduated in November 2013. On-the-job training began on January 2, 2013 and was successfully completed on June 13, 2013.


This was a historic achievement for Tobago as Mr. Benjamin and Ms. McDonald are the first two Tobago residents to be certified as Aerodrome ATCs. In recognition of this achievement and to continue the development of

Tobago residents as ATCs, the TTCAA held a function on August 5, 2013 in Tobago to highlight the achievement and to increase the participation of Tobago residents as ATCs.

Five (5) more resident Tobagonians enrolled in the ATC Aerodrome Course which commenced on May 2013 and completed in September 2013. The five (5) students underwent four (4) months of intense training and successfully graduated.

Ab-initio training began at the ANR Tower for the trainees. This training will be for a period of four (4) to six (6) months. On completion, there will be a total of seven (7) certified Air Traffic Controllers from Tobago to manage the operations at the Tower.

Having a full complement of Tobago resident staff for the ANR Tower operations will not only lower costs for the Authority but will lend to the development of Tobago and aviation as a whole.


ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION - AVIATION AND CLIMATE CHANGE


Distance from POS – ANU via the conventional route = 418nm

Distance from POS – ANU via the RNAV flight path = 398nm

DIFFERENCE = 20nm

This represents savings in time and fuel for the airlines and ultimately reducing fuel emissions. Both Caribbean Airlines and LIAT presently utilize this route.

Example of Fuel Savings and Fuel Emission Reduction of a Caribbean Airlines Flight:Fuel burn for the B737 is approximately 5.3 kg per nm (data supplied by Caribbean Airlines)

Distance from POS – ANU via conventional route (A324) = 418nm

Distance from POS – ANU via RNAV flight path (UL205) = 398nm

DIFFERENCE = 20nm

Distance from POS – MIA via conventional route (UG449…) = 1525nm

Distance from POS – MIA via RNAV flight path (UL337) = 1492nm

DIFFERENCE = 33nm

In May 2013, ICAO held its Destination Green Symposium. Destination Green provided a unique opportunity to gain knowledge and exchange information on the key areas of ICAO’s environmental protection activities. It showcased the Organization’s environmental accomplishments pursuant to the related decisions of the 37th ICAO Assembly (October 2010), and examined how States can continue to build upon these milestones through:

The TTCAA has taken significant operational measures over the last five (5) years to assist the airlines, traversing the Piarco FIR, in their efforts to reduce emissions and save fuel. These measures included new and modern air navigation equipment, implementation of Performance Based Navigation and installation of a new radar for coverage of the entire western portion of the Piarco FIR from approximately 58 degrees west. Previously all ATC was done procedurally.

In October 2012, Trinidad and Tobago along with Jamaica participated in ICAO’s Assistance for Action – Aviation and Climate Change Seminar. This Seminar provided assistance to States in the development of their Action Plan which had to be submitted by December 2012.

Trinidad and Tobago submitted its Action Plan for the Piarco FIR to ICAO in January 2013. This Plan incorporated measures by the State (the TTCAA), the national airlines within the Piarco FIR i.e Caribbean Airlines and Liat.

The PBN measures implemented by the Authority included more direct routes for airlines which allowed them to use less flying times, less fuel and which resulted in reduced emissions.

Example of an RNAV route which facilitates reduced mileage and reduced fuel emissions

Conventional - vs- RNAV Flight Paths POS –ANU A324-A312 POS – ANU UL205

ATS vs RNAV Routes A324/A312 vs UL205 UG449 vs UL337

ATS ROUTELENGTH NM

418

1525

RNAVROUTE NM

398

1492

OLD FUELCONSUMPTION KG

2215.4

8082

NEW FUELCONSUMPTION KG

2109.4

7907.6

FUELSAVINGS KG

106

174.9

FuelSavings (%)

5

2

CO2 REDUCTIONIN KG

333.9

550.9


States’ Action Plans to reduce CO2 emissions • ICAO’s strategy on Assistance to States • New technology Standards including the CO2 Standard for aircraft • Sustainable alternative fuels for aviation • Market-based Measures to reduce aviation emissions.

The TTCAA participated in this Symposium where ICAO stated that Trinidad and Tobago Action Plan will be used as an example for small States to assist them with upgrades in CNS/ATM. At the ICAO 38th General Assembly held in September / October 2013, the Assembly endorsed the following as the way forward on Environmental Protection.

In the area of Environmental Protection, the Assembly recognized ICAO’s tremendous progress during the last triennium, and reaffirmed its collective aspirational goals and agreed on a comprehensive strategy to progress all elements of the basket of measures namely technology, operations and alternative fuels and set forth a very ambitious work programme for capacity building and assistance to States in the development and implementation of their action plans to reduce emissions. The development of a new aircraft noise Standard was clearly welcomed by the Assembly, and further work towards the establishment of robust particulate matter and CO2 emissions Standards by the 39th Assembly in 2016 was fully encouraged. Also strongly endorsed was ICAO’s continuing work to aid wider implementation of sustainable alternative fuels. The submission of State Action Plans, representing more than 80 per cent of international traffic during the last triennium, was recognized as a significant achievement by the Assembly. ICAO also received separate and strong signs of support for this work through announcements of related financial assistance by the Global Environment Facility and the European Union (EU).

In addition to ICAO’s many recent achievements and future work with new technologies, operational measures and sustainable alternative fuels to improve aviation’s environmental performance, the topic of a global solution for a market-based measure to augment these technical and operational efforts was a more complex area where full Assembly consensus was concerned.

In the end, ICAO forged a landmark market based measure MBM agreement amongst its States, realizing another historic and important first for air transport as it now becomes the only major industry sector to have a multilateral global MBM agreement in place to help govern future greenhouse gas emissions.

In light of this endorsement by the Assembly, the Authority has commenced a review of its Action Plan to identify areas for improvements and adjustments. A Strategic Plan will also be developed on the way forward and how the Authority can assist other CARICOM States as well as the national airlines in the Piarco FIR. Using statistics from the airlines, a baseline will be developed for which projections on fuel saving and emissions will be made for future years.


SAFETY REGULATIONS DIVISION


AccomplishmentsThe Safety Regulations Department sought to enhance Civil Aviation safety in Trinidad and Tobago and in the Piarco Flight Information Region by: • Identifying and monitoring existing types of safety risks to Civil Aviation to develop and implement effective and relevant responses to emerging risks. • Ensuring the timely implementation of TTCAA Regulations and Procedures, with continuous monitoring of progress toward compliance by stakeholders. • Conducting aviation safety oversight audits to identify deficiencies and encourage their resolution by stakeholders. • Working with operators to develop remedial plans that target the root causes of deficiencies.

Another initiative that was adopted by the Division is joint meetings/seminars with operators to encourage the exchange of information. This is to promote mutual confidence in the level of aviation safety between stakeholders and accelerate the improvement of safety oversight.

The Safety Regulatory EnvironmentThe aviation environment in Trinidad and Tobago includes Foreign and Local Air Operators, private aircraft operators of locally registered aircraft as well as foreign registered aircraft, approved Aviation Training Organizations, Heliports, the Piarco International and ANR Robinson International Airports. These operators, aircrafts and Airports fall under the purview of the Safety Regulations Department.

Each fiscal year, the Safety Regulations Division establishes goals and objectives which are aligned to the Strategic Plan of the TTCAA. These goals and objectives are also aligned to and in keeping with the mandates of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the International Convention, the Standards and Recommended practices, and the associated guidance manuals.

In the year 2012, the Trinidad and Tobago was audited by the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), who assessed the discharge of the Safety Oversight functions of the TTCAA with respect to specific Annexes of the ICAO. The FAA found that with respect to these Annexes, the Authority continued to satisfy the requirements of the ICAO, International Convention, and the Standards and recommended practices, and published its report stating that Trinidad and Tobago had retained its FAA Category 1 Status. It is in this regard that the Safety Regulations Department continues its oversight of all civil aviation activities in Trinidad and Tobago.

To ensure that TTCAA meets its international obligations, the Safety Regulations Department drafts appropriate Regulations which are approved by the Parliament of Trinidad and Tobago, provides updated and relevant guidance documents for the aviation public, ensures that its staff is trained to the highest standards and remains current, conducts surveillance on all civil aviation activities, and ensures the resolution of all safety concerns that are discovered during the conduct of its surveillance activities.


Training The Authority continues to place a very high priority on training at all levels. To this end, personnel have been exposed to initial and recurrent training in areas such as new technologies, aircraft operations airworthiness and systems. Some of the training to which persons have been exposed to is listed below. • On-the-Job-Training (OJT) conducted for two (2) Licensing Inspectors including training with

The Division has introduced systems to track and follow the resolution of safety issues. It has taken enforcement action (where necessary) and communicated promptly any perceived or anticipated risks to the relevant stakeholders. The implementation of these safety management systems is supported across all safety-related disciplines in the local aviation industry. This was done primarily through training courses that targeted the different Operators, and by auditing the systems implemented at the Operators’ bureaus. This is an on-going process developed to cater for new entrants and existing operators (which may have changes in personnel with new responsibilities).

The Safety Regulation Division has completed the certification of two (2) new Aviation Training Organizations – one (1) in Trinidad and Tobago, and one (1) in Guyana. It renewed the Foreign Approved Maintenance Organization Certificates for two (2) companies and issued one (1) new certificate. Aerodrome Certificates for both the Piarco and A.N.R Robinson International Airports were renewed and it completed the recertification of the Airports in May 2013. The Department also renewed the Aviation Training Organization Certificates (ATO) for both Briko Air Services Limited and the Civil Aviation Training Center and issued ATO certificates to two (2) new organizations namely, Aerial World Services Limited and The Art Henry Wendt Engineering, and Maintenance Training Organization in Guyana. Approved Maintenance Organization Certificates were renewed for National Helicopters Services Limited, Bristow Caribbean Limited, Caribbean Airlines Limited, Briko Air Services and Navicomm.

While all the assessments and monitoring for renewals and issuance of the various functions were taking place, the Division evaluated numerous applications for object penetrating and affecting the navigable airspace such as balloon releases, power station site, antenna construction, building construction, lantern releases with approval given to the application for a Model Aircraft Operation Site and one (1) certificate of Authorization Special Provision for Camden Airfield Operations.


respect to aerodrome inspection. • OJT was also conducted for three (3) Flight Operations and one (1) Airworthiness inspector in the various disciplines of surveillance and certification including Personnel Licensing, Aerodrome inspection and certification, as well as Heliport inspection and certification. • On the Job Training for three (3) Flight Operations Inspectors on surveillance, certification and the Issue of Operations Specifications for a new Operator or when there is a change of equipment. • Other areas of OJT included the renewal, issue, reissue, addition of a type and or class rating, to a pilot license.

Training was also conducted in: • How to conduct the Partial Emergency Evacuation of an aircraft (B767) – six (6) personnel • Quality Management & Auditing (Flight Operations) – six (6) personnel • Pans-Ops Training – two (2) personnel • Workmen Compensation Act Training – one (1) personnel • FAA Certification, Government Safety Inspector (Personal Licensing) – three (3) personnel • CAR/ SAM Regional Bird / Wildlife Hazard Prevention – two (2) personnel • ICAO Language Proficiency Requirements Seminar - ICAO two (2) personnel • ICAO Regional Runway Safety Seminar Workshop – one (1) personnel FAA Certification, Government Safety Inspector (Personal Licensing) – three (3) personnel • One (1) Flight Operations Inspector attended the FAA ICAO endorsed Government Safety Inspector course. • One (1) Airworthiness Inspector attended the FAA ICAO endorsed Government Safety Inspector course. • Eleven (11) Inspectors attended the University of Southern California’s (USC) Aviation Safety Management Systems and Aircraft Accident

Investigation Course. • Staffs also attended seminars provided by our health consultant Elder and Associates Limited.

Continuous training and development of the Safety Regulations Division is a critical aspect of its functions. All Inspectors must be current in their certifications in order to carry out its regulatory mandate.

The Licensing section of the Division ensures that pilots licences are issued and examinations administered. For the fiscal year, the figure hereunder shows a breakdown of the activities in this area.

Student Pilot License 43

Private Pilot License 23

Commercial Pilot License (Aeroplane/Helicopter) 49

Air Transport Pilot License (Aeroplane/Helicopter) 22

Air Traffic Controller (including Trainee) 29

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License 39

Validation issued 10

Medical Certificate issuedClass 1 – (CPL, ATPL) 388

Class 2 – (PPL, SPL) 34

Class 3 – (ATC) 56

Renewal of Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License 155

Examinations AdministeredFlight Rules and Procedures (Oral) 45

Private Pilot License (Oral – Technical) 38

Private Pilot License (Written) 41

Commercial Pilot License – Part I General 199

Commercial Pilot License – Part II Type 18

Commercial Pilot License – Air Law 105

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License 168

Extension/Inclusion of Type of License 101

Attestation 30

Replacement of License/Certificate 13

Aerial Operators approved 11

Helideck Verification 51

Certificate of registration issued 12

Aircraft removed from register 6

Aerodrome certified 2


Collaborative Arrangement for the Prevention and Management of Public Health Events in Civil Aviation (CAPSCA)The CAPSCA project is an ICAO global initiative to improve preparedness planning and responses to public health emergencies that affect the aviation sector, such as influenza.

The first CAPSCA project commenced in the Asia Pacific region in 2006 in order to assist States to implement public health-related amendments to the ICAO Annexes, which are based on the World Health Organization (WHO) International Health Regulations (2005). The project is in operation in all ICAO regions (Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa, the Americas and the Middle East). The project is managed by ICAO, in close collaboration with the World Health Organization, and additional partners include Airports Council International and the International Air Transport Association.

Following the Assistance Visit of Trinidad and Tobago by ICAO in 2012, the TTCAA has worked in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and the AATT to implement the project in Trinidad and Tobago.

It is important to note that from April 2013, the ICAO Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme (USOAP) audits includes the monitoring of compliance with ICAO Public Health related Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs). In this regard, Safety Regulations has amended the Trinidad and Tobago Civil Aviation Regulations (TTCARs) to meet the requirements of the ICAO SARPs.

Trinidad and Tobago has attended Global and Regional meetings on CAPSCA and a presentation was made at the Global meeting Bern Switzerland in June 2013. This presentation was co-presented by the TTCAA and Ministry of Health representatives.

Work continues between the TTCAA, Ministry of Health and AATT on the project. The TTCAA is also working with Caribbean Airlines, the National Airline, to ensure it meets the requirements of the TTCARs and the ICAO SARPs. Full implementation of the CAPSCA project in Trinidad and Tobago is expected by July 2014.


AVIATION SECURITY


Building on our 2012 initiatives to expand and enhance our human capacity for continuous improvement of civil aviation security in Trinidad and Tobago and for organizational excellence, the Aviation Security (AVSEC) Department in 2013 continued to focus on training and development of its human resources – Aviation Security Specialists (Inspectors).

Training and certification in aviation security is a crucial foundation pillar to ensuring that Trinidad and Tobago is able to meet its international obligations under the Convention on International Civil Aviation (also known as the Chicago Convention) and Annexes to the Convention in an effective and sustainable manner. Driven by these mandates and the continuous need to safeguard civil aviation against acts of terrorism and other acts of unlawful interference, the Security Inspectors successfully attended specialised training and accomplished international certification, where applicable.

The Aviation Security Department’s key accomplishments in 2013, regarding aviation security training which included but is not limited to Courses provided by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and the University of Southern California. `

Three (3) AVSEC Inspectors successfully completed the required hours of instruction and received the internationally recognized University of Southern California (USC) Programme Certification, bringing the total to six (6) Certificate holders within the AVSEC Department. Additionally, the Manager Aviation Security, the Senior AVSEC Inspector and an AVSEC Inspector successfully completed ICAO’s TRAINAIR PLUS Trainers Developers Course (TDC), representing a milestone as the first ever group of ICAO certified Course Developers in Trinidad and Tobago.

Our Senior AVSEC Inspector and an AVSEC Insepctor successfully completed training provided by the United States Customs Border Protection on International Passenger Interdiction. The Security Department also participated and successfully completed the United States Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Risk Management Workshop.

The AVSEC Department is pleased to welcome AVSEC Inspector Felix Gonzalez to the cadre of Certified ICAO AVSEC Instructors with the AVSEC Department. Inspector Gonzalez successfully completed the ICAO Instructor Certification Training Course, bringing the number of


ICAO Certified AVSEC Instructors at the TTCAA to four (4). Inspector Gonzalez’s name is now added to the roster of Certified ICAO AVSEC Instructors at the ICAO Headquarters in Montreal along with Anthony Frederick, Ted Martin and Linton Fernandez.

Consequent to the TTCAA training initiatives to expand and enhance its human resource capacity, the AVSEC Department has some of the most technically skilled, trained and certified AVSEC specialist within the Region, which also includes certified ICAO Security Auditors, who on request, assist ICAO with its Universal Security Audit Programme (USAP). This wealth of knowledge and expertise within the AVSEC Department has allowed Trinidad and Tobago to contribute in kind to the ICAO AVSEC Mechanism by making available its AVSEC Staff as Short Term Experts (STEs) in the field of aviation security training and auditing in the English speaking ICAO Member States.

The TTCAA has made available its AVSEC staff as STEs to support the ICAO AVSEC Mechanism in the following Training Initiatives in 2013: 1. Washington DC, USA – ICAO Airport Security Programme Workshop – May 06-10, 2013 2. Antigua and Barbuda – ICAO Risk Management Overview Workshop - May 24 – 31, 2013 3. Jamaica – ICAO Risk Management Overview Workshop – June 15 to 19, 2013 4. Trinidad and Tobago – ICAO Instructor Certification Training Course – August 19 to 27, 2013 5. Washington DC, USA – ICAO Screener Certification Workshop – September 9 to 13, 2013.

Additionally, the AVSEC Department is viewed by ICAO, the US Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and many of our CARICOM Member States as the leader in AVSEC within the Region. The AVSEC Department has represented Trinidad and Tobago at international conferences and meetings at the international, regional and national levels, which include but are not limited to: • ICAO/ Latin American Civil Aviation COmmission

LACA Workshop on Passengers with Suspicious Behaviour - Peru, April 8 – 12, 2013 • CARICOM/ United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime UNODC Meeting – Guyana, April 15, 2003 • ICAO/AVSEC/ Facilitation of International Air Transport FAL RG - Peru, June 17 – 21, 2013 • CASSOS/10 – Trinidad, July 9-11, 2013 • CASSOS/11 – Jamaica, November 18-20, 2013 • E/CAR/DCA/25 – Antigua, December 3-5, 2013

To this end, the AVSEC Department is particularly pleased to have its Aviation Security Manger and Senior AVSEC Inspector represent Trinidad and Tobago as the Chairman of the Standing Committee on AVSEC for the Caribbean Safety and Security Oversight System (CASSOS) and the Vice Chairman of the ICAO/AVSEC/FAL Regional Group respectively. Additionally, the AVSEC Department participated with the Ministry of National Security on the development of a draft National Bio-Terrorism Plan for Trinidad and Tobago.

The AVSEC Department’s aviation security expertise also contributed significantly to the development and implementation of national-level aviation security Policies and sound technical security-related assistance to all aviation stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, while ensuring Trinidad and Tobago complies with the provisions of Annex 17 to Chicago Convention. The AVSEC Department was particularly pleased with the outcome of a security assessment of the Piarco and ANR Robinson International Airports, conducted by the United States Transportation Security Administrations (TSA), where no major security findings were identified.


Internally, the AVSEC Department is an advocate for teamwork and was very pleased to partner with other Departments within the TTCAA hosting of the first ever Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Programme as we had the opportunity to share an invaluable aviation moment with the children. It was indeed emotional for us to see the immeasurable joy on the faces of the children who were selected to travel on aircraft provided through the kind courtesy and coordination of our Board Member Mr. Neil Mohammed. We certainly look forward to participating in the STEM in the year 2014.

Apart from training initiatives, in accordance with its regulatory mandate under the Civil Aviation Act and Regulations made thereto, has conducted security audits, coverts tests, and more than one hundred and fifty (150) security inspections at domestic and international aerodromes in Trinidad and Tobago and to Caribbean Airlines foreign Stations (destination countries). Our security inspections also included all national and foreign registered aircraft operators in Trinidad and Tobago, cargo and catering operators. The Department has also provided technical guidance with regards to implementation of AVSEC Regulations, approved programmes and the advantages of advanced passenger and baggage screening technologies.

As we look to the future, the AVSEC Department will seek to strengthen its relationship with the Civil Aviation Training Centre (CATC) to use training for continuous improvement in aviation security within Trinidad and Tobago and the

Caribbean, through the provision of high quality aviation security training and student exchange programmes to assist in building and sustaining capacity. An AVSEC Instructor Certification system and a National Screener Certification System are on the AVSEC Department’s plan for 2014. A pilot Apprenticeship Programme aimed at facilitating trainee AVSEC Inspectors from other Caribbean States and the opportunity to work alongside the AVSEC Department is also on the drawing board.

This approach to capacity building would significantly benefit participating States in the development of its oversight capability with the ultimate aim of modernization and harmonization of aviation security measures within CARICOM, as confidence in air travel begins with the State’s ability to provide effective oversight and enforcement of its aviation laws, policies and procedures. This may be a stepping-stone towards safe and secure travel within the concept of “one-stop” travel within CARICOM.

The AVSEC Department recognizes the impact ICAO Annex 9 – Facilitation has on the efficacy of Airport, Aircraft and Cargo Operators and government agencies and departments responsible for boarder protection, to implement cost effective and sustainable security measures, without impeding facilitation. In this regard, the AVSEC Department will seek the Director General of Civil Aviation’s approval to take the aviation security-related aspects of Annex 9 as part of its oversight responsibilities, with a view of coordinating with government agencies and departments and relevant aviation stakeholders’ implementation of appropriate security measures and border controls.Our Vision: “To ensure the highest levels of Safety, Security and Effectiveness in the Trinidad and Tobago Aviation Industry”.

The Department’s commitment to achieving our Vision and providing safe skies for all is evidenced by our continuous oversight of all aviation stakeholders, effective security regulations and policies to safeguard our travelling public and ground personnel, and no reported major security incidents or acts of unlawful interference against civil aviation in Trinidad and Tobago.


ECONOMIC REGULATIONS DEPARTMENT


Economic Regulations was established in March 2011 and is governed by the Trinidad and Tobago Civil Aviation [(No. 17) Economic] Regulations, 2011 (TTCAR 17). Other legislations governing the operations of Economic Regulations are: • The Civil Aviation Act 2001. • The Civil Aviation [(No. 13) Charges for Air Navigation Services] Regulations, 2005. • The Civil Aviation [(No. 11) Aerial Works] Regulations, 2004. • The Civil Aviation [(No. 10) Foreign Operator] Regulations, 2004. • The Civil Aviation [(No. 08) Aviation Security] Regulations, 2004.

From its inception, the ICAO recognized the importance of Economic Regulation as prescribed in the Chicago Convention. Since then, Economic Regulation is a key focus area by ICAO to be one of the three (3) pillars upon which the aviation industry rests.

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Economic Regulations have achieved a number of its objectives over the last year. These are:

Commercial Licences and Permits:The Department has processed applications for Schedule Licences from Westjet, Dutch Antilles Express and Jetblue. WestJet has since received their Provisional Licence and has been operating their scheduled service enroute POS/YYZ/POS.

Schedule Licences were temporarily amended for variations in Schedule, Equipment and/or Fares. For the year 2013, licences were amended as follows: • Variations to schedule:- 37 requests were evaluated and approved • Variations to fares:- 14 requests were evaluated and approved • Variations to Equipment used:- 5 requests were evaluated and approved

Schedule Licences were amended for the inclusion of Intermediate/Beyond Points and/or Equipment. For the year 2013, twelve (12) licences were amended and processed to facilitate the operations of the holders.

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The Department began the process of transitioning all Air Operators who operate into/out of Trinidad and Tobago under Section 23 of the TTCAR 17 (Journey Permits for Non-Schedule Operators), but who fulfill the requirements set under Sections 4 and 5 of the TTCAR 17 (Licences for Schedule Operators). Relevant air operators were requested to apply for a Schedule Licence to replace Journey Permit applications.

The Department began the procedure to process Full licences for all Schedule Air Operators currently operating under a Provisional Licence. The Provisional Licence will become invalid once the Full Licence is completely processed and TTCARs No. 17 is amended accordingly.

In September 2012, Economic Regulations assumed the function of issuing Journey Permits to airlines. A total of three hundred and thirty five (335) Journey Permits were issued. The Department continues to interface with Ground Handlers and Air Operators alike regarding applications for permits and licences, providing guidance when necessary, all the while striving to deliver excellent customer service.

Consumer Protection and Surveillance:The Department began embarking on regular on-site inspections to monitor and observe the operations of commercial air operators, the airport and to interact with passengers to obtain feedback. The purpose of these inspections is to ensure compliance with the TTCAR17 and to ensure consumer protection.

The operations of Licence Holders were analyzed and evaluated via the Trinidad and Tobago Civil Aviation [(No. 17) Economic] Regulations, 2011, Schedule 7 (Monthly Returns) Form. Licence holders were contacted and meetings were held as necessary to address any concerns of the Department with regards to their operations.

Licence and Permit holders were monitored to ensure that they were operating within the provisions of their licences i.e. Schedule, Fares, Intermediate/Beyond Points and Equipment etc.

In order to ameliorate effective communication with external stakeholders, Economic Regulations have redesigned its webpage on the TTCAA’s website to provide Handlers and Operators with the necessary tools for conducting business. These include detailed information about the department of Economic Regulation as well as an automated means of applying for Licences and Permits. The benefit of this type of automation is not only for communication purposes but also has a positive impact upon the environment.

In addition to the Economic Regulations page on the TTCAA’s website, Operators and Handlers and other Departments within the TTCAA have been issued usernames and passwords to upload and download sensitive documents to and from this webpage. The secure login portals is maintained by Economic Regulations. User manuals have been created and issued to all users of the portal and the ERD works together with the IT department to troubleshoot and resolve user issues.

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Statistics:Passenger Movement, Airline Movement and Aircraft Movement for Trinidad and Tobago statistical data were collected, recorded and tabulated to monitor all air travel into/out of Trinidad and Tobago.

Statistics were compiled on traffic movement within the Piarco FIR. These statistics are used for forecasting and decision making.

Oversight Of Ans Rates and Charges:The Department continued its function of providing technical assistance to the Caribbean Air Navigation and Advisory Services (CANAS) by collecting and recording data for all aircraft using the Piarco FIR and providing it to the CANAS.

Economic Regulations, with the assistance of the CANAS began the process of meeting with Air Operators who are in debt to the Authority and have successfully procured payments and established payment plans.

The Department is assisting CANAS by researching methods and laws that can be implemented for enforceable debt recovery.

Annually, the Department does the necessary research, statistical analysis and calculations to evaluate the Unit Rate used in the formula to calculate the En Route User Charges. For 2012 – 2013, the Department recommended that the rates be unchanged.

Legal/Air Services Agreements:The Department addressed the need to have the Trinidad and Tobago Civil Aviation [(No. 17) Economic] Regulations, 2011 (TTCAR 17) amended to have a proper legal basis for its regulatory functions.

A fair and equitable Licence Fee Structure was developed and approved by the DGCA. This Fee Structure will be implemented pending Cabinet Approval and the amendment of the TTCAR 17.

The Department has also taken the responsibility of amending TTCAR 13 (Charges for Air Navigation Services) so the TTCAA will have proper legal backing when engaging in its debt recovery methods.

Earlier this year the Economic Regulations Department obtained access to the World Air Services Agreements.

Economic Review:The Department continued its economic review of the aviation industry. Both microeconomic and macroeconomic factors were monitored and data was collected and analysed.

The Department continues to provide the TTCAA with a Global Economic and Aviation review annually.

Economic Oversight Of Airlines and Airports:The fares charged by airlines were monitored via all available mediums.

The TTCAA through the Economic Regulation Department represents the State at ICAO and is required to submit data on the charges for Airports, ANSP’s and Airlines. The Department is guided by ICAO Doc 9082 and Doc 9562.

ADMINISTRATIONThe importance of the Department began to be recognized through the inclusion of its members on various committees. Committees included: • Performance Based Navigation (PBN) Core Implementation Team • Search and Rescue Committee • TTCAA Intranet Committee • B727 Committee


Economic Regulation along with the Administration Department of the Director General’s office, at an ICAO level, developed a plan for Trinidad and Tobago and the Piarco FIR reference climate change and environmental sustainability in aviation. This plan is published on the ICAO website. Both departments continue to work on the development and implementation of this Plan.

The Department sought to enhance the skill, proficiency and efficiency of its staff members through the successful completion of various training and workshops. Training included: • Project Management • ICAO Course - Air Operator Certification • ICAO Course - Performance Based Navigation • Microsoft Excel • USC Couse - Accident/Incident Response Preparedness • USC Course - Legal Aspects of Aviation Safety • USC Course- Aviation Safety Management Systems • USC Course- Aviation Security Programme Management • USC Course- Aircraft Accident Investigation • USC Course- Human Factors in Aviation Safety


CORPORATE SERVICES


FINANCENew Manager Finance and PlanningMr Sonah Goinda assumed the position of Manager of Finance and Planning, on August 20, 2013. Mr Goinda comes with over ten years of experience in auditing and banking. He is a Fellow of the Chartered Association of Certified Accountants (FCCA) and a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Trinidad and Tobago (ICATT), as well as a graduate of the Heriot Watt University with a Master’s in Business Administration.

Enhancement of Accounting ServicesThe Finance Department introduced a number of key initiatives to improve reliability and efficiency of the financial and accounting processes within the Authority. Finance introduced: • New carbon copied Purchase Order System • New printed receipts replacing the old hand written system • Franking machine to replace stamps • New sealed payslips • Automated Clearing House (ACH) payroll • ACH payments

Finance and Accounting Policies and Procedures ManualIn 2013, the Finance and Accounting Policies and Procedures Manual was finalized and approved by the Board. The rollout of the Manual to the organization will commence in October 2013, and it is intended to keep the financial processes efficient, effective, transparent and accountable. The Manual will strengthen capabilities

and financial systems, and promote operational efficiency within the Authority. The Manual incorporates all past Internal Audit recommendations, identifies business process owners, clearly defines and separates policies and procedures and incorporates all relevant industry standards and national legislations. Additionally, it includes detailed narratives, flowcharts and checklists to guide the business process.

Accounting SoftwareThe first issue of the Request for Proposals (RFP) for the provision and installation of an Accounting Software solution in late 2012 did not attract a wide cross section of suppliers. As a result, the RFP was re-issued in early in 2013. With the local market still unresponsive, the Board gave approval to issue the RFP internationally.

The Director of Contracts at the Central Tenders Board was consulted, and the RFP was redefined to capture international standards and best practices. It is anticipated that the RFP will be issued in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 / 2014.

A new accounting system would serve to replace the current Peachtree system, which has outgrown the current operational needs of the TTCAA.

HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENTA review of the achievements of the Human Resources Department would identify ‘Change’ and ‘Innovation’ as being common to the attainment of HR objectives that in turn contributed to the continued successful provision of the services offered by the TTCAA. The areas in which significant change can be highlighted and for which training and development is evident are as follows:

Knowledge Transfer The HR Department has seen a reduction in staffing and continues to contribute effectively to the achievement of the Authority’s goals and objectives. The department saw


the retirement of two (2) key members who formed part of the team from the inception of TTCAA. These employees were instrumental over the period in succession planning by allowing the transmission of key institutional knowledge to those persons now charged with the responsibility of executing the HR functions of the TTCAA. A Succession Plan was developed that allowed junior staff to absorb elements of the knowledge, skills and experience of the senior members.

Training & DevelopmentFunction & Training Element: The Pension & Leave Function – this was handled exclusively by one of the Senior Human Resource Officers. During the course of the year, with the employee’s eminent departure due to compulsory retirement, training was undertaken with the remaining members of the HR Department to allow for continuation of this function unimpeded. This training was done within the Department. The TTCAA, recognizing the need to have key stakeholders being fully aware of the processes involved in the determination of an employee’s pension entitlement, provided training through the actuarial firm of Bacon Woodrow and De Souza.

Workmen’s Compensation - The HR Department benefited from training on the Workmen’s Compensation, ‘How it Works & Who It Applies To’. The facilitators sought to provide the HR Department, Managers and Supervisors with the application of laws that govern Workmen’s Compensation, the processing of a claim, calculations and the Liability to Organizations.

Training Development (ICAO) – The HR Department benefitted from the TTCAA ‘Training Developer’s Course’ (TDC) prepared by ICAO and offered to the Aviation Community through the TRAINAIR PLUS Centres. The course provides professionals with advanced techniques for applying the Instructional Systems Development Methodology (ISD) under the TRAINAIR PLUS Programme and was a complete instructional development workshop which focused on the practical aspects of developing training and educational programs. The HR Department now has a framework in line with the unique industry requirement of aviation.

Basic HRp5 Training- Training on use of the software was completed and allowed for the electronic creation and maintenance of essential files that cater to the Information Systems processing needs of the Department. Work commenced to customize the software for use of the Leave Module. The Department is currently engaged in updating the database with employees leave balances. There have been several notable difficulties with the software itself that lent to periods where data could not be inputted. The Department is optimistic that all the data can be inputted by December 2013.

HR AchievementsPivotal to the ability of the Human Resources Department in maintaining its effectiveness was the ability to innovate and develop more efficient approaches to managing routine functions. Several areas for which the use of simple software programming using Microsoft Excel continues to allow for a complete overview of the processes involved and the status of various functions are as follows: • Leave Management – Excel is being used to record employees’ leave entitlement and use during the years and allows for reports being forwarded to each Manager on the use of leave by departments. • Health Plan Management – Excel is being used to manage the existing Health Plan and the service providers Guardian Life of the Caribbean Limited and 21st Century Insurance Brokers


Limited. An overview exists of every claim from submission to HR to the settlement of the claim by the provider, Guardian Life through the broker 21st Century. • Gratuity Calculation-Excel is being used to overview all the contracted employees of the Authority, providing easy access to information on contract start and end dates, renewals and on-time processing of gratuity. • Document Management: The Department initiated a review of the filing system currentlyin use with a view to improving on the approach. The process to transfer and folio all employee documents from current files to the new filing system was initiated and is to be accompanied by the scanning of all materials for new employees as of June 2012 onwards, for electronic storage. HR is optimistic that the exercise can be completed by the end of 2013.

New Strategic Initiatives Initiative in the last quarter 2013 and for 2014 onward will include activities and events aimed at improving employees’ health and well-being with the objective of reducing absenteeism, related cost and enhancing productivity. The Authority is optimistic in achieving this objective through the following:

1. Health and Well Being: • Promoting healthy lifestyles by initiating exercise programmes, that support sport and outdoor activities. • Promote healthy lifestyles through seminars and advisory sessions on health care, health risk factors and high-quality interventions where needed. • Continuously evaluate health plan designs to support employees in the most cost effective manner.2. Identify and Manage Change • Identify changes, including those required to fulfill obligations as well as those that will assist the Authority to achieve its goals and

objectives, through its Human Resources. • Identify trends and best practices and promote relevant changes in the Authority structure, policy framework and culture. • Anticipate and address risk. • Anticipate Authority requirements in response to growth, expansion and changing mandates.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYNew Communications Infrastructure As the TTCAA moved to the new Administrative Complex, a new communications infrastructure was imperative in order to maintain a leadership position within the air navigation industry. As a result of foresight and proper planning, the procurement processes and procedures began prior to the transition to the new Complex, and in January 2013, an award of contract was made to DIGICEL for the supply and installation of a new communication infrastructure for the TTCAA Administrative Complex. This was the biggest implementation for IT since the TTCAA was established in 2001. The infrastructure is intended to

ensure unified communication, high availability, capable of supporting integration, scalability, redundancy, backup and recovery.

Not only will the new infrastructure ensure the fluid continuity of our 24/7 operations, the installation has significantly assisted the CATC in the pursuit of premier aviation training facility status. One of the elements of


the new infrastructure is the Digital Media System (DMS), which consists of a comprehensive suite of applications that will allow the TTCAA to use digital media to enhance user, customer and the student experience. The TTCAA will now have the capability of recording and streaming presentations throughout the complex (both live and pre-recorded). Major announcements can be recorded, stored and broadcast anywhere, anytime. The system requested will be able to host twenty (20) devices connected to screens throughout the complex to provide the digital media streaming.

While all of the features provided in the digital media solution will be a major asset to the TTCAA as a whole, the CATC will be the main beneficiary. This media solution will allow the CATC to provide e-training via the Internet, to both local and international facilities in the aviation industry. This implementation will provide immense support as CATC continues its drive to become one of the leading tertiary training institutions in the region.

Additionally, the new infrastructure incorporates:

Routing and SwitchingThe main engine room of IT was designed to improve productivity by enhancing the delivery of applications and services, enabling real-time collaboration tools, and more efficient implementation of business processes. The scalable network architecture allows the TTCAA to better utilize its assets, and more rapidly deploy operational and business solutions to meet our evolving needs. Embedding intelligence and security features into the network allows the TTCAA to address business continuity needs by keeping the network and applications readily available, protecting against security threats both external and internal, as well as regulatory compliance and disaster recovery.

VOIPThe telephone system is a unified solution which integrates into the TTCAA LAN/WAN interconnected with Voice, Video and Data. The system is also capable of integrating soft phones on Laptop and Desktop computers. The

system will also be configured to allow employees’ mobile devices to be integrated with the LAN. For example, when a user extension rings the call will be forwarded to their mobile devices, automatically ensuring 100% response to voice communication at the TTCAA.

The VOIP system will also have the capability for users travelling abroad, to be able to communicate with the TTCAA offices via Internet connection anywhere in the world. Video conference will also be available, once the required bandwidth is available.

Surveillance and Access ControlsThe infrastructure will also include a surveillance and access control system. This system will account for the installation and configuring of security cameras/surveillance systems for the TTCAA. The system shall consist of Indoor/outdoor fixed and pan/tilt/zoom digital IP cameras interfaced to a digital video server system. The system will also include the specialized cameras and camera-related hardware, and application software, including a license plate recognition system.All surveillance equipment will be integrated into the TTCAA LAN with remote-viewing access to authenticated personal.

TelePresenceThe system being implemented at the complex has two (2) sixty five inch screens for the Building A’s Main Board Room and Second Floor Conference Room, and two similar systems with only one (1) fifty two inch screen - one


for Building D’s Board Room and a similar sized system for the Building E’s Conference Room. The required software and maintenance contracts were also procured. CISCO TelePresence interacts and collaborate across remote locations, using high-definition video, advanced audio, and a finely tuned environment. Cisco TelePresence delivers life-size, immersive face-to-face experiences over the Internet.

Currently, TTCAA is the hub of International Aviation committees and agencies, these committees meet on a frequent basis for conferences and highly sensitive meeting for the heads of Aviation. This system would provide an avenue for international delegates and TTCAA personnel to attend meetings via video conferencing through Cisco TelePresence. The TelePresence system is also integrated into the unified messaging system. The TTCAA will now be capable of hosting conferences where users can join via their Laptops, Desktops and mobile devices.

Aerodrome and Approach SimulatorAside from the new infrastructure, an RFP for procurement of this simulator was developed by IT, with consultation from CATC Instructors. Currently, the CATC is equipped with three (3) manual Aerodrome/Approach simulators. These simulators will be replaced by a completely automated computerized simulator which will have the following features: • One (1) high-quality 270 degree photo-textured environment of the ATC tower and surrounding aerodrome (including buildings, runways and taxiways) as seen from the real tower • Moving vehicles – including aircraft carrying out approach and landing, take-off and taxi manoeuvres and ground vehicles moving about the airport surface • Various weather scenarios including rain, fog and night/day emulation • A see-through capability in the headset to enable the trainee to see desktop instruments and flight strips when required • A trainee monitoring option, with the instructor

having access to the views of the trainee as well as a global view of the airport. This RFP was advertised publicly and bids will be evaluated in September 2013.

Migration to Yahoo for E-Mail servicesThe IT department migrated the e-mail services to Yahoo in May 2013. This had become necessary due to the continuous malfunctioning of email services from the local mail host. The new services include one thousand (1,000) mail boxes with unlimited size per mail box. Mail can now be hosted on Yahoo Servers because of the unlimited size of the Mailbox. This will ensure safety, security and redundancy.

New TTCAA websiteThe new website was launched on December 4, 2012 and now reflects the TTCAA’s corporate image and delivers key information required by our stakeholder and customer base. The IT department is currently investigating (jointly with the Finance department) online payment services, where services can be paid for through the website. Administratively, the website is now more conducive to configuration changes and the integrity of the site is protected. To-date each department has an interactive page where information is being updated and accessed on a daily basis.

European Coordination Centre for Accident and Incident Reporting Systems (ECCAIRS) SoftwareTo decrease the rate of fatal commercial air traffic accidents, the European Commission is implementing a regulation for Occurrence Reporting in civil aviation, which would collect and disseminate information on aviation incidents. This would enable the aviation industry to learn from past events and therefore, encourage a safer air transport system. In individual States, the number of significant Occurrences may not be large enough to give an early indication of a potential serious hazard or to identify trends. Access to a larger database would certainly improve the quality of the safety information.


Training For the implementation of this new infrastructure, training of the IT staff was imperative. The members of the IT department were trained in: • Implementing Cisco Nexus 5000 and 2000, • Implementing Cisco Unified Communication IP Telephony (Part 1) • Interconnecting Cisco Devices 1 & 2 and • Implementing Cisco Unified Communication Voice over IP and QOS

Training will be continued into March 2014.

Health, Safety, Security And Environment (HSSE) Incidents need not be on a large scale to have catastrophic consequences at the individual or business level. Ask any group of people why health and safety is important and they will usually come up with the same four reasons, often in the same order.

The safety and wellbeing of themselves and others is generally at the top of the list. The reason is obvious: no one would want to see a friend, colleague or employee killed or seriously injured. The financial consequences of an incident, together with the business interruption it can cause, impose huge burdens on a business.

As a result, the European Coordination Centre for Accident and Incident Reporting Systems (ECCAIRS) Software was established. The mission of ECCAIRS is to “assist National and European transport authorities and accident investigation bodies in collecting, sharing and analyzing their safety information in order to improve public transport safety”. ECCAIRS stands for European Coordination Centre for Accidents and Incident Reporting Systems.

This database server was successfully installed in the IT server room. Training has been provided to senior inspectors from the Safety Regulation Department.

Civil Aviation Safety Oversight Reporting and Tracking Suite (CASORT)The Civil Aviation Safety Oversight Reporting and Tracking Suite (CASORT) Database was enabled by IT for the Safety Regulation department. The Database System was developed by AVSOG. The databases include CAA Action, Safety Concern Resolution, PEL Licensing, Organization Approvals, Aircraft Approvals, CAA Employee Qualification, Investigations, Incident Reporting and Administrative Tracking. PEL Knowledge Testing database software is currently under development.

The CASORT Suite of Databases for CAA safety oversight functions include: • CAA Safety Oversight Actions/Decisions Tracking Database • Safety Concerns Reporting & Tracking Database • Personnel Licensing Current & Archive Database • Aircraft Registry & Approvals Current & Archive Database • Organization Approvals Current & Archive Database • Document Management & Sequencing Database • Completed Job Aid/Checklist Database • CAA Employee Qualifications Database.


HSSE within the TTCAA has taken a leading role in minimising the risks involved in accidents/incidents at any level. In 2013, HSSE implemented several key initiatives.

1. The introduction of the HSSE Policies and Procedures Manual was rolled out to the Executive Managers and all Line Managers. 2. A more user friendly HSSE Employee Handbook was also created and distributed to all employees. 3. The TTCAA remains committed to its employees and introduced all new employees to a comprehensive Safety Orientation Programme. 4. Personal protective equipment was introduced for those employees who must be equipped to carry out their jobs safely. 5. The Health and Safety Committee (HSC) has been instrumental in identifying and addressing safety concerns and bringing these concerns to Management. 6. A Sick Bay Policy was created to manage the use of Sick Bays for staff and students. 7. Due diligence by the HSC in the form of the Monthly General Housekeeping and Safety Inspections resulted in several safety concerns being addressed in a timely manner. 8. The Safety Warden Programme was also successfully launched, strengthening the TTCAA’s emergency response team. 9. Defensive Driving courses were completed for all designated drivers of the TTCAA vehicles, as well as for several other staff members. 10. HSSE Training continues for all staff of the TTCAA with the distribution of twelve (12) OSHA approved safety training kits to all Line Managers and Supervisors. These kits will serve as training aids and can be utilised at the Manager’s convenience. The topics cover both technical and administrative aspects of safety in the workplace. 11. HSSE coordinated efforts with the Information Technology and Maintenance and Engineering departments to improve the security of all stakeholders of the TTCAA through enhanced

surveillance and access control. 12. In an effort to maintain its commitment to provide a safe and secure working environment for all stakeholders, the TTCAA introduced a Contractor Safety Programme which entails submission of safety records, Contractor orientation for all workers involved in the job, completion and submission of job hazard analysis and risk assessments, completion of a “work permit” and continuous monitoring of the Contractor. Upon successful completion of the Orientation, all Contractors will receive an Orientation Card which is valid for six (6) months. 13. Employees have been encouraged to immediately report any observed unsafe act or condition by both employees and contractors to their Supervisors or to the HSSE Specialist. This effort has yielded success as it allows the HSSE Specialist to intercept and correct unsafe work practices and improve and resolve unsafe working conditions.

Future Initiatives 1. An HSSE Awareness Day is being proposed for first quart of 2014. This event will focus on health, wellness, training programmes and will also feature several workshops to highlight current issues in the field of Occupational Health and Safety. 2. HSSE is assiduously working to implement by 2014, an online safety training programme for all members of staff. 3. Also expected to be fully implemented in 2014 is a Reduce, Reuse and Recycle initiative.

Health, Safety, Security and the Environment is critical in the aviation industry and particularly at the TTCAA. The TTCAA takes this role seriously as it seeks to minimise risks that could interrupt the functions and operations and also to continue its pursuit to be a socially responsible organisation to protect the environment for future generations.


HONOURING OUR CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Effective corporate events are often the catalyst for new relationships to be built. The Authority’s corporate and social events provide a context for relationships with clients and customers to be

nurtured and strengthened. Over the last fiscal year, the Authority has invested in its relationships with the aviation stakeholders, the community and of course its staff in an effort to maintain and

enhance existing relationships.

The Authority has demonstrated its professionalism and its strong commitment to excellence by hosting a number of corporate events from October 2012 to September 2013.


Divali celebrations held on November 08, 2012

Cook-out competition held on November 17, 2012 at the Valencia Eco Resort. This competition brought a number of teams from within the Authority and a number of teams from external such as AATT, CAL, NHSL to name a few.

November 2012


Children’s Christmas Party held at December 08, 2012

Charity Drive from December 10 -14, 2012 – The Authority distributed food hampers to needy families around the community

Staff End of year party on December 21, 2012 – to celebrate the achievements of staff towards the Authority

December 2012


Hike to RIo Seco Waterfalls

Tree Planting held on May 30, 2013 - One of its many initiatives in contributing to Environmental Protection.

Aviation Premier League Windball Cricket Competition held on June 30, 2013 at Eco Park, St. Helena – This League brought staff, aviation stakeholders, military personal and families all in one place as they competed for the “Ramesh Lutchmedial” Challenge Trophy. The Trophy was won by The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service – Air Support Unit.

May 2013

March 2013

June 2013


Emancipation Celebration on July 31, 2013

Eid Ul Fitr on Tuesday 13th August 2013

August 2013


Secondary Entrance Assessment Recognition Ceremony – The Authority continued its recognition of staff by honouring their kids who successfully passed their SEA examinations.

Scotiabank 15th Annual Women Against Breast Cancer 5K Classic held on September 28, 2013. The Authority continued theircontribution towards this cause with the participation of a team of ladies of the Authority.

Almost invariably, a good reputation has been created and continues to be created through the Authority’s forward thinking and innovation in the aviation industry. The Authority, through these events, had the opportunity to showcase its business as a strong, unique and stable organisation. It has indeed cemented a positive image and its position as the leader in the aviation industry, both locally and regionally.

September 2013


TTCAA HOSTS THE STEM SUMMER CAMPJULY 22 – 26, 2013The Authority, as a Member State of ICAO recognizes its responsibilities to contribute towards economic and sustainable development of the regional and international aviation industry through educational initiatives in aviation and other related technical disciplines.

After a successful exploratory visit by members of the Board and Management to a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Camp in the United States in 2013, the Board agreed to host the first STEM Children’s Summer Camp in Trinidad and Tobago. The STEM was held from July 22 – 26, 2013.

The Authority experienced an outpouring of interest by the general public – parents wanting their children to be part of this inventive spin on education and vacation fun, as well as the aviation community expressing support and assistance for this programme.

The objective of STEM in Trinidad and Tobago, like the initiatives in the United States, is to foster and develop not just a keen interest, but a passion for science, technology, engineering and math in children from an early age. STEM are considered foundation disciplines that can promote the attractiveness of the aviation and aerospace industry, which based on current estimates, will require more and more skilled personnel over the next few decades. The Authority believes that promoting STEM will have a positive effect on the long term sustainability of national, regional and international aviation.


FLYING HIGH, TAKING AVIATION TRAINING TOTHE NEXT FLIGHT LEVELDuring the discussions to host the STEM Camp in Trinidad and Tobago, discussions were also held with Ms. Lori Bradner, the Executive Director of Education at SUN ’n FUN, an educational aviation organization based in Florida about the possibility of the Authority receiving a retired Boeing 727 Aircraft from the FEDEX Corp.

On Friday, August 16, 2013 “Natalie” found a new home at Piarco International Airport, Trinidad where it will serve the training needs for aviation students. This aircraft will enable students to learn about the mechanical aspects of large aircraft and will provide the critical hands-on training that is important to the skill set of the next generation of aircraft technicians.

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