The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has entered a strategic agreement with its counterpart, the GCAA, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
South Africa’s Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) and the UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) signed a significant technical cooperation agreement on 12 February.
The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the ICAO Global Implementation Support Symposium 2025. This event was recently held in Abu Dhabi from 10 to 12 February.
“We believe that this cooperation will not only enhance the safety and security of our civil aviation landscape but also contribute positively to the growth and development of the aviation sector as a whole,” SACAA said.
ENHANCING CIVIL AVIATION
The agreement aims to strengthen civil aviation safety, security, skills exchange, and environmental sustainability in both nations.
Furthermore, this collaboration marks a pivotal step in an ongoing commitment to enhancing aviation standards and practices.
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SACAA AGREEMENT WITH GCAA IN UAE
By working together, the organisations aim to share best practices, improve regulatory frameworks, and foster a culture of continuous learning and development among aviation professionals.
The agreement will facilitate knowledge exchange and capacity building.
Moreover, it aims to ensure that the workforce is equipped with the necessary skills to address challenges in the sector.
IMPROVING SUSTAINABILITY IN AVIATION
Additionally, the partnership emphasizes a collective responsibility to promote environmental sustainability within operations.
It will also align with global initiatives to reduce the aviation industry’s carbon footprint.
