Kenya Air Traffic Controllers Association (KATCA), in collaboration with Wilson Airport stakeholders, recently hosted a successful Air Traffic Control (ATC) Stakeholders Forum themed “Collaboration for Safer Skies: Advancing Safety, Efficiency & Sustainability.” The forum brought together key players in the aviation sector to discuss critical aspects of air traffic management aimed at enhancing safety and operational efficiency at Wilson Airport.
A highlight of the event was the active involvement of the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) ATS-SMS team, which took the lead in educating participants on Safety Management Systems (SMS) specifically tailored for air traffic services. The team provided valuable insights into how SMS is implemented at Wilson Airport, emphasizing its crucial role in fostering a safety-first culture within Kenyan aviation.
Key Topics Addressed
- Runway operations: Strategies and best practices to ensure safe and efficient use of runways.
- Importance of safety incident reporting: Encouraging transparent and timely reporting to prevent accidents and improve overall safety.
This forum underlines KCAA’s ongoing commitment to advancing aviation safety by promoting collaboration among all stakeholders and continuously improving safety management practices in Kenya’s airspace.
The event reflects broader efforts by KCAA to implement SMS units and enhance air traffic services, as outlined in the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority’s Airspace Master Plan, which advocates for structured safety management and operational improvements at Wilson and other airports across the country.
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