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ICAO Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme

FINAL REPORT ON THE SAFETY OVERSIGHT AUDIT

OF THE CIVIL AVIATION SYSTEM

OF SURINAME

(7 to 16 December 2009)

International Civil Aviation Organization

Final Safety Oversight Audit Report ― Suriname January 2011

TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1. INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................... 1

1.1 Background ......................................................................................................................... 1 1.2 ICAO audit team composition ........................................................................................... 1 1.3 Acknowledgements ............................................................................................................. 2

2. OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES OF THE AUDIT MISSION .............................................. 2 3. AUDIT RESULTS ......................................................................................................................... 3

3.1 Critical element 1 — Primary aviation legislation .............................................................. 3 3.2 Critical element 2 — Specific operating regulations .......................................................... 6 3.3 Critical element 3 — State civil aviation system and safety oversight functions ............... 9 3.4 Critical element 4 — Technical personnel qualification and training .............................. 12 3.5 Critical element 5 — Technical guidance, tools and the provision of safety critical

information ........................................................................................................................ 13 3.6 Critical element 6 — Licensing, certification, authorization and/or approval obligations 15 3.7 Critical element 7 — Surveillance obligations ................................................................. 16 3.8 Critical element 8 — Resolution of safety concerns ......................................................... 17

4. VISITS TO THE INDUSTRY/SERVICE PROVIDERS ......................................................... 18 5. AUDIT FINDINGS AND DIFFERENCES DATABASE (AFDD) .......................................... 19 6. STATE AVIATION ACTIVITY QUESTIONNAIRE (SAAQ) ............................................... 19 7. COMPLIANCE CHECKLISTS (CCs) ...................................................................................... 19 8. FOLLOW-UP ACTION .............................................................................................................. 19 APPENDICES 1 — Audit findings and recommendations

1-1 Findings and recommendations related to primary aviation legislation and civil aviation regulations

1-2 Findings and recommendations related to civil aviation organization 1-3 Findings and recommendations related to personnel licensing and training 1-4 Findings and recommendations related to aircraft operations certification and

supervision 1-5 Findings and recommendations related to airworthiness of aircraft 1-6 Findings and recommendations related to aircraft accident and incident investigation 1-7 Findings and recommendations related to air navigation services 1-8 Findings and recommendations related to aerodromes

2 — Graphic representation of the lack of effective implementation of the critical elements 3 — Corrective action plan proposed by Suriname

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Final Safety Oversight Audit Report — Suriname January 2011

ICAO UNIVERSAL SAFETY OVERSIGHT AUDIT PROGRAMME

Final Report on the Safety Oversight Audit of the Civil Aviation System of Suriname

(7 to 16 December 2009)

1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background 1.1.1 The 32nd Session of the ICAO Assembly (Assembly Resolution A32-11 refers) resolved the establishment of the ICAO Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme (USOAP), comprising regular, mandatory, systematic and harmonized safety audits of all Contracting States. The mandate for regular audits foresaw the continuation of the Programme, and the term “safety audits” suggested that all safety-related areas should be audited. The expansion of the Programme “at the appropriate time”, as recommended by the 1997 Directors General of Civil Aviation Conference on a Global Strategy for Safety Oversight, had thus been accepted as an integral part of the future of the Programme. 1.1.2 The 35th Session of the ICAO Assembly considered a proposal of the Council for the continuation and expansion of the USOAP as of 2005 and resolved that the Programme be expanded to cover all safety-related Annexes to the Convention on International Civil Aviation, hereinafter referred to as the “Chicago Convention” (Assembly Resolution A35-6 refers). The Assembly also requested the Secretary General to adopt a comprehensive systems approach for the conduct of safety oversight audits. 1.1.3 Assembly Resolution A35-6 further directed the Secretary General to ensure that the comprehensive systems approach maintain as core elements the safety provisions contained in Annex 1 ― Personnel Licensing, Annex 6 ― Operation of Aircraft, Annex 8 ― Airworthiness of Aircraft, Annex 11 ― Air Traffic Services, Annex 13 ― Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation and Annex 14 ― Aerodromes; to make all aspects of the auditing process visible to Contracting States; to make the final safety oversight audit reports available to all Contracting States; and also to provide access to all relevant information derived from the Audit Findings and Differences Database (AFDD) through the secure website of ICAO. 1.1.4 In accordance with Assembly Resolution A35-6, safety oversight audit reports have been restructured to reflect the critical elements of a safety oversight system, as presented in ICAO Doc 9734 ― Safety Oversight Manual, Part A ― The Establishment and Management of a State’s Safety Oversight System. ICAO Contracting States, in their effort to establish and implement an effective safety oversight system, need to consider these critical elements. 1.2 ICAO audit team composition 1.2.1 The safety oversight audit team was composed of: Mr. César Castillo, team leader, primary aviation legislation (LEG)/civil aviation organization (ORG)/personnel licensing (PEL)/aircraft operations (OPS); Mr. Ricardo Brasil, team member, airworthiness of aircraft (AIR); Mr. Fernando Camargo, team member, aircraft accident and incident investigation (AIG); Mr. Johann Estrada, team member, air navigation services (ANS); and Mr. Arun Rao, team member, aerodromes (AGA).

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1.3 Acknowledgements 1.3.1 ICAO expresses its sincere appreciation for the assistance provided to the audit team during the preparation and conduct of the audit. The professionalism and enthusiasm of all personnel who interacted with the audit team greatly contributed to the success of the audit mission. 2. OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES OF THE AUDIT MISSION 2.1 The comprehensive systems approach for the conduct of safety oversight audits consists of three phases. In the first phase, the level of implementation of Annex provisions is assessed and differences from ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) are identified for each Contracting State through a review of a duly completed State Aviation Activity Questionnaire (SAAQ) and Compliance Checklists (CCs) for all safety-related Annexes, as well as through a review of documents developed by the State to assist it in implementing SARPs and in maintaining an effective safety oversight system. In the second phase, the State being audited is visited by an ICAO audit team to validate the information provided by the State and to conduct an on-site audit of the State’s overall capability for safety oversight. The third phase of the audit process consists of the activities following the completion of the on-site audit. 2.2 The safety oversight audit of Suriname was carried out from 7 to 16 December 2009 in accordance with the standard auditing procedures provided for in ICAO Doc 9735 — Safety Oversight Audit Manual and the revised Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) as approved by the ICAO Council on 29 November 2006 (C-DEC 179/12 refers) and agreed to on 18 November 2008 between Suriname and ICAO. The audit was carried out with the objective of fulfilling the mandate given by the Assembly which requires ICAO to conduct a safety oversight audit of all Contracting States (Assembly Resolutions A32-11 and A35-6 refer), reviewing a State’s compliance with ICAO SARPs set out in all safety-related Annexes and their associated guidance material, as well as with related Procedures for Air Navigation Services (PANS). Furthermore, the objective was also to offer advice, as applicable, to Suriname in implementing these provisions. 2.3 The audit team reviewed the SAAQ and the CCs submitted by Suriname prior to the on-site audit in order to have a preliminary understanding of the civil aviation system established in the State, to determine its various functions as well as to assess the status of implementation of relevant Annex provisions. Information provided and assessed prior to the conduct of the audit was validated during the on-site audit phase. In this regard, particular attention was given to the presence of an adequate organization, processes, procedures and programmes established and maintained by Suriname to assist it in fulfilling its safety oversight obligations. 2.4 The audit results, including the findings and recommendations contained in this report, reflect the capabilities and limitations of the civil aviation system of Suriname as assessed by the audit team. They are thus based on evidence gathered during interviews by the audit team with Suriname’s technical experts and background information provided by such personnel, review and analysis of civil aviation legislation, specific regulations, related documentation and file records. Considering the time that was available to conduct the audit and the fact that the safety oversight audit team members could only review and analyse information and documentation made available by the State, it is possible that some safety concerns may not have been identified during the audit. The findings and recommendations related to each audit area are found in Appendix 1 to this report.

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3. AUDIT RESULTS 3.1 Critical element 1 — Primary aviation legislation

“The provision of a comprehensive and effective aviation law consistent with the environment and complexity of the State’s aviation activity, and compliant with the requirements contained in the Convention on International Civil Aviation.”

3.1.1 The primary legislation governing civil aviation in Suriname is the Civil Aviation Safety and Security Act, hereinafter referred to as the “Act”. The Act was approved on 28 February 2002 by Parliament, and was subsequently enacted on 12 March 2002 and published in the Gazette of the Republic of Suriname, No. 24. The Act was signed by the President and ratified by the Council of State, after approval by the National Assembly and has not been amended since it was initially promulgated. The Act provides for the application of the provisions of the Chicago Convention and the promulgation of the Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs) of Suriname. 3.1.2 Article 2 of the Act states that the Minister (currently the Minister of Transport, Communication and Tourism) shall be charged with the general duty of furthering civil aviation, taking into consideration the following objectives:

a) enhancing the safety and security of civil aviation; b) establishing an economically sound and environment-friendly development of civil

aviation; and c) entering into bilateral and multilateral conventions and causing these conventions to be

ratified. 3.1.3 Article 3 of the Act states that the Minister shall lay down measures within the framework of the objectives referred to in the Act with respect to:

a) complying with international obligations in the field of civil aviation, including those with respect to the Chicago Convention and the Safety Conventions (Article 3 a.);

b) causing to establish, operate and maintain aerodromes in Suriname (Article 3 b.); c) issuing Regulations (Article 3 c.); d) delegating powers to persons or bodies to perform certain tasks (Article 3 f.); e) adjusting the Civil Aviation Legislation to prevailing conventions, norms and other

international rules (Article 3 j.); and f) regulating and supervising all aspects of civil aviation in Suriname (Article 3 l.), among

other provisions in the Act. 3.1.4 The Civil Aviation Safety Authority Suriname (CASAS), initially created by State Decree No. 19 on 12 May 1997, is established as a corporate body in Article 4 of the Act. Subject to the provisions of the Civil Aviation Legislation, CASAS shall be charged with:

a) supervising and inspecting compliance with the provisions of the Civil Aviation Legislation; and

b) all other tasks mentioned in the Civil Aviation Legislation related to aviation safety and the security with regard to the services offered.

3.1.5 Article 4, paragraph 3 of the Act establishes that CASAS shall be headed by a Director who is appointed or dismissed by resolution. The Act does not lay down the tasks and powers of the Director, as

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these shall be regulated by State Decree. In addition, a Board of Supervisory Directors, consisting of at least five and no more than seven members, is created under Article 5, and shall be in charge of supervising the administration and management of CASAS. 3.1.6 Regulations are made under the authority of the Minister (Article 3 a., c., and j. of the Act). Exemptions to the rules are allowed by means of Article 42 (Exemptions), by which the Minister, notwithstanding any other provision of the Act, “shall have the authority to exempt any person from the provisions of the Civil Aviation Legislation, if it is determined that the public interest or considerations of international comity or reciprocity require such exemption. The Minister may attach such terms, limitations and conditions to any exemption granted as are deemed necessary and any exemption granted to any person from any provision of the Civil Aviation Legislation shall be made in writing and shall clearly mention the reasons for such exemption”. 3.1.7 The Minister has the authority to delegate powers to persons or bodies to perform certain tasks. However, while the inspectors conduct inspections of facilities, they have not been empowered to have unrestricted and unlimited access to aircraft and aviation facilities and to detain aircraft or to prohibit any person from exercising the privileges of any aviation licence, certificate or document for just cause either directly or using an established process that can be applied in a timely manner. 3.1.8 Suriname ratified Article 83 bis of the Chicago Convention on 4 September 2002 and no agreements under Article 83 bis have been signed with other States. 3.1.9 Chapter 10 (Penal Provisions) of the Act establishes provisions for imposing penalties and sanctions, which stipulate the following:

a) a violation of the provisions of the Civil Aviation Legislation shall be punished by a fine, confiscation of property or imprisonment as prescribed pursuant to the relevant statutory regulations; and

b) violations committed on board an aircraft shall be governed by the national legislation of Suriname where the jurisdiction of Suriname has been established.

3.1.10 In addition to the punishable acts referred to in the Act, the Director may issue rules to regulate administrative sanctions, provided that those are compatible with the objectives of the Act. 3.1.11 With respect to personnel licensing, Chapter 4 (Personnel Licences) of the Act contains licensing provisions for the certification of Surinamese airmen and the validation of foreign licences. Article 12, paragraph 1 specifies that: “No crew member of an aircraft navigating in Suriname may operate an aircraft unless said member possesses a required valid licence provided with the necessary ratings issued by an ICAO member State. The issue thereof shall at least comply with the Standards and Recommended Practices”. 3.1.11.1 Article 12, paragraph 3 prohibits aircraft maintenance activities as a mechanical engineer unless the person concerned possesses:

a) a government issued identification card; and b) a valid Surinamese licence or validation, which includes the required licence provided

with the necessary ratings.

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3.1.11.2 The validation of a foreign licence is covered under Article 12, paragraphs 2, 3 and 4, by which the Minister may lay down rules regarding the recognition of licences and ratings issued by another member State of ICAO ― unless issued in compliance with the SARPs ― for:

a) piloting Surinamese aircraft; b) giving flight instruction in Suriname; c) acting as flight engineer on board Surinamese aircraft; d) acting as mechanical engineer in or on Surinamese aircraft; and e) rendering air traffic control services in Suriname.

3.1.11.3 Article 12, paragraph 5 states that the Director shall be authorized to lay down further rules with regard to the full or partial validation of licences and ratings issued by another ICAO member State, provided that the issue thereof shall be at least in accordance with the SARPs. Moreover, according to paragraph 6, after consultations with the Minister, the Director shall be authorized to deviate from aforesaid prohibitive provisions in specific cases by issuing an exemption in writing under specific conditions and for a limited period of time. Paragraph 11 states that the Director shall be authorized, pursuant to rules to be further laid down by State Decree, to issue, renew, pronounce valid again, suspend or revoke Surinamese licences and ratings. Medical certification of Surinamese airmen is covered in Article 12, and the Director is authorized, pursuant to rules to be further laid down by State Decree, to issue, suspend or revoke Surinamese medical certificates pursuant to the Convention. Article 12, paragraph 7 stipulates that it is prohibited for a crew member or air traffic controller to act as such if he has been declared medically unfit. 3.1.12 Concerning aircraft operations, Article 14 of the Act specifies that “the Minister shall lay down Regulations governing the operation of aircraft in flight within Suriname, which shall at least be equal to the Standards and Recommended Practices and which shall be published by Directives of the Director”. In addition, Chapter 6 (Commercial Aviation Operations), Article 20 specifies that “no operator shall engage in any commercial air operation in, to or from Suriname, unless such operator is in the possession of a valid economic licence or a licence required by virtue of an international agreement”. Article 21 specifies that “no operator shall be granted an air operator certificate (AOC) prior to obtaining from Suriname an economic licence or a licence required by virtue of an international agreement, and the validity of the AOC shall be dependent upon the validity of the economic licence”. In addition, provisions regarding the issuance of an AOC are established in Articles 23 and 24, which specify that “CASAS shall be authorized to issue the AOC, and the criteria and procedure for obtaining an AOC shall be laid down in the Civil Aviation Legislation”. 3.1.12.1 Article 25 authorizes CASAS to amend, suspend or revoke the AOC in case the operator cannot guarantee a safe flight operation; however, the revocation will be processed in consultation with the Minister. While the Act does not contain specific provisions concerning the safe transport of dangerous goods by air, Article 16, paragraph 1a. states that it is prohibited to have on board an aircraft explosives, weapons, ammunition, poisons, radioactive or highly magnetic materials, flammable substances, oxidizing substances, corrosives, pungent substances and substances having a strong odour, and other dangerous goods. 3.1.13 With respect to the airworthiness of aircraft, Chapter 3 (Aircraft) establishes provisions regarding aircraft nationality and registration marks and specifies that there shall be a Suriname aircraft register which shall contain information about registered aircraft and that “aircraft with the Surinamese nationality may not be simultaneously on the aircraft register of another State”. 3.1.13.1 Article 9, paragraph 1 of the Act establishes provisions regarding the certificate of airworthiness and states that “a valid certificate of airworthiness of an aircraft navigating within Suriname, which certificate is issued or rendered valid by the State of registration, or issued or recognized pursuant to an

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international agreement with the State of the air operator, shall be recognized as valid if the requirements referred to in this article have been met”. 3.1.13.2 The Director of CASAS shall be authorized to issue, recognize, suspend, modify or revoke certificates of airworthiness for Surinamese aircraft in the interest of safety. Furthermore, the conditions for recognizing a certificate of airworthiness issued by other States as valid shall be at least equal to the ICAO SARPs; and in order to perform maintenance activities in or on a Surinamese aircraft, a person must possess a valid Surinamese licence or validation, with the applicable ratings. 3.1.14 In the area of air navigation services, the Act has very limited provisions. Article 28 of the Chicago Convention is partially covered in Chapter 2, Article 3 of the Act, related to the powers and duties of the Minister. The requirement for facilitation of assistance to aircraft in distress contained in Article 25 of the Convention is reflected in Chapter 5, Article 17 (Search and Rescue Operations) of the Act. The provision for the interception of civil aircraft, contained in Article 3 bis of the Chicago Convention, is addressed in the CARs, Part 8 and is published in the Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP). 3.1.15 With respect to aerodromes, Chapter 7 (Aerodromes), Articles 28 to 32 of the Act contain provisions which authorize the Minister to establish different classifications of aerodromes and to designate certain aerodromes as international airport(s), to be used by operators in performing international flight operations. Article 29 specifies that all civil aircraft must take off from, or land at , designated aerodromes, and Article 30 provides for the Minister to lay down rules by State Decree with regard to the issue, revocation, suspension or approval for transfer of an operating permit for a designated aerodrome. Furthermore, it requires the designated aerodrome to apply for a technical licence to be issued by the Director of CASAS. 3.1.15.1 Article 31, paragraph 1 of the Act stipulates that “in deciding whether or not to issue a technical licence, the Director will have due regard for the requirements of safety and security of aviation and the environment, including as regards the latter, pollution and noise hindrance”. In addition, paragraph 2 stipulates that “the requirements referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article shall be laid down in Regulations and Rules, taking into account the provisions of the Convention”. Lastly, Article 32 empowers the Director of CASAS to supervise and take such measures as are necessary to ensure the safety and security of civil aviation. 3.1.16 The investigation of aircraft accidents and incidents is addressed in Article 18 (Accidents and Incidents) of the Act, which provides for the Attorney General to “appoint a commission and adopt procedures to conduct an investigation into the circumstances of any aircraft accident in Suriname”. Article 18, paragraph 3 also stipulates that the purpose of an investigation into an accident or incident shall be to determine the circumstances and probable causes. As a result, a clear conflict with the provisions of Annex 13 to the Chicago Convention exists, since there is no separation between the technical investigation and the judicial proceedings. In addition, the legislation does not formally designate a specific agency, commission, board or other body within the State to conduct aircraft accident and serious incident investigations. 3.2 Critical element 2 ― Specific operating regulations

“The provision of adequate regulations to address, at a minimum, national requirements emanating from the primary aviation legislation and providing for standardized operational procedures, equipment and infrastructures (including safety management and training systems), in conformance with the Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) contained in the Annexes to the Convention on International Civil Aviation.

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Note.— The term ‘regulations’ is used in a generic sense to include instructions, rules, edicts, directives, sets of laws, requirements, policies, orders, etc.”

3.2.1 The regulatory system established in Suriname is based on State Resolution No. 20 of 1997 (in the Dutch language) for the adoption of all Annexes to the Chicago Convention, as applicable. In addition, Suriname adapted the International Aviation Safety Assessment (IASA) Model Aviation Regulatory Document developed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), which was converted into the CARs, promulgated by Ministerial Decree No. 145 on 14 January 2000. The Regulations are available on the CASAS website (http://www.casas.sr) and also refer to Implementing Standards (IS), which provide additional detailed requirements that support the purpose of a CARs subsection, and unless otherwise indicated, have the legal force and effect of the referring regulation. 3.2.2 The following CARs are available on the CASAS website:

Part 1 ― General Policies, Procedures, and Definitions (last amendment September 2008) Part 2 ― Personnel Licensing (May 2009) Part 3 ― Aviation Training Organizations (June 2006) Part 4 ― Aircraft Registration and Marking (January 2003) Part 5 ― Airworthiness (September 2008) Part 6 ― Approved Maintenance Organizations (May 2007) Part 7 ― Instruments and Equipment (January 2007) Part 8 ― Operations (September 2008) Part 9 ― Air Operator Certification and Administration (September 2008) Part 10 ― Commercial Air Transport by Foreign Air Carriers within Suriname (February 2008) Part 11 ― Aerial Work (June 2006) Part 12 ― Aerodromes (June 2006) Part 13 ― Aviation Security (September 2008)

3.2.3 Directive No. 1-2009, CASAS Internal Regulation-Making Procedures, was published by CASAS in July 2009 and describes the procedures for the making and amendment of the CARs. However, while comprehensive, the procedures have not been fully implemented, as some amendments to the Annexes to the Chicago Convention have not been implemented, and not all differences have been identified and notified to ICAO. In addition, some significant differences have not been published in the AIP. 3.2.4 General policies and procedures for the authorization of exemptions are established in the CARs, Part 1 (General Policies, Procedures, and Definitions), Section 1.3 (Exemptions). The procedures in place are detailed and have been implemented. 3.2.5 With respect to personnel licensing, Suriname has promulgated the CARs, Part 2 (Personnel Licensing) on 14 January 2000, which was last amended in May 2009. These regulations address aircraft crew licensing, including flight engineers and air navigators, as well as aircraft maintenance licensing requirements, air traffic controller, flight operations officer and aeronautical station operator licensing. Validation of foreign licence requirements are established in Section 2.2 (General Licensing Requirements) of the CARs, Part 2. 3.2.5.1 The medical requirements are contained in Section 2.10 (Medical Provisions for Licensing) and, in general, implement the provisions of Annex 1 to the Chicago Convention.

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3.2.5.2 The approval of training organizations is described in the CARs, Part 3 (Aviation Training Organizations), dated June 2006; however, the latest amendments to Annex 1 regarding air traffic control (ATC) training requirements have not been incorporated in these CARs. 3.2.6 With respect to aircraft operations, Suriname has promulgated the CARs, Part 8 (Operations), amended in September 2008; Part 9 (Air Operator Certification and Administration), amended in September 2008; and Part 10 (Commercial Air Transport by Foreign Air Carriers within Suriname), amended in February 2008. However, CASAS has not established requirements for the implementation of a safety management system (SMS), and several other ICAO SARPs have not been adopted in the CARs or notified to ICAO as differences, such as: operational control requirements; the requirements and specifications of an AOC and operations specifications; and additional requirements for operations of single-engine turbine powered aeroplanes, among others. 3.2.6.1 Provisions concerning the safe transport of dangerous good by air are included in Part 9, Section 9.6 of the CARs; however, this Section does not fully implement the SARPs of Annex 18 ― The Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air. 3.2.7 With regard to the airworthiness of aircraft, Suriname has promulgated the CARs, Part 5 (Airworthiness), Part 6 (Approved Maintenance Organizations), Part 7 (Instruments and Equipment), Part 8 (Operations) and Part 9 (Air Operator Certification and Administration), which contain regulatory requirements in conformance with the SARPs of Annexes 6 and 8 to the Chicago Convention. Furthermore, the CARs, Part 4 (Aircraft Registration and Marking) prescribes the requirements for the registration and marking of civil aircraft, in conformance with the provisions of Annex 7 ― Aircraft Nationality and Registration Marks. CASAS has not adopted a code of airworthiness; instead, type certificates from the State of Design are accepted as the basis for the issuance/renewal of a certificate of airworthiness. 3.2.8 In the area of air navigation services, CASAS has not drawn up regulations to implement the provisions of Annex 3 ― Meteorological Service for International Air Navigation, Annex 4 ― Aeronautical Charts, Annex 5 ― Units of Measurement to be Used in Air and Ground Operations, Annex 10 ― Aeronautical Telecommunications, Annex 11 to the Chicago Convention, Annex 12 ― Search and Rescue and Annex 15 ― Aeronautical Information Services. The CARs, Part 8 (Operations) partially addresses the provisions of Annex 2 ― Rules of the Air. In addition, a runway safety programme has not been established and implemented yet. 3.2.9 With respect to aerodromes, Suriname has promulgated the CARs, Part 12 which contains regulations on the certification and registration of all designated aerodromes. In addition, for the design and operation of aerodromes and heliports, Suriname has adopted Annex 14 to the Chicago Convention as applicable in Suriname through State Resolution No. 20 of 1997. The CARs, Part 12 refers to the provisions of Annex 14 through the regulation in paragraph 12.1.3 to cover all aspects of aerodrome design and operations which are not covered in the CARs, Part 12. Many Standards of Annex 14, Volume I have not been adhered to or differences notified to ICAO, and the AIP of the State specifies that there are no differences with respect to Annex 14. 3.2.10 The notification, investigation and reporting of aircraft accidents and incidents are addressed in the CARs, Part 14 (Accident and Incident Investigation). However, these regulations are not applicable to the Attorney General concerning the restrictions imposed by Article 18 of the Act, which prevent CASAS from complying with several of the provisions of Annex 13 to the Chicago Convention regarding aircraft accident investigations, such as: the non-disclosure of certain records for purposes other than accident or incident investigation; the unhampered access to and control over the scene of the accident, the wreckage and

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relevant material/evidence by the investigator-in-charge (IIC); and the participation of accredited representatives, advisers and experts from other States. 3.3 Critical element 3 ― State civil aviation system and safety oversight functions

“The establishment of a civil aviation authority (CAA) and/or other relevant authorities or government agencies, headed by a Chief Executive Officer, supported by the appropriate and adequate technical and non-technical staff and provided with adequate financial resources. The State authority must have stated safety regulatory functions, objectives and safety policies. Note.— The term ‘State civil aviation system’ is used in a generic sense to include all aviation-related authorities with aviation safety oversight responsibility which may be established by the State as separate entities, such as: CAA, airport authorities, air traffic service authorities, accident investigation authority, meteorological authority, etc.”

3.3.1 In accordance with Article 2 of the Act, the Minister of Transport, Communication and Tourism has been charged with the general duty of furthering civil aviation in Suriname. The establishment of CASAS is stipulated in Article 4, and the appointment of a Director to head CASAS is established in paragraph 3. The supervisory authority is CASAS and is organized in three Divisions: the Flight Safety Division (FSD); the Economics and Administrative Division, responsible for the Finance, Systems Engineering and Human Resources Sections; and the Policy, Standards and Development Division, responsible for the Legal and Technical Advisory Sections, among others. However, an organizational manual, in which all the functions and responsibilities pertaining to the FSD, and sections or offices under its responsibility are clearly defined, has not formally been established. 3.3.2 In practice, the hierarchy established for the safety oversight of all civil aviation activities in Suriname is under the main responsibility of the Minister, who delegates responsibilities to the Director of CASAS by means of a State Decree, as the Act does not lay down the tasks and powers of the Director. CASAS has established a “position description form” for its staff, in which a description of the duties and responsibilities, together with position summary and desired qualifications, are stipulated for each technical staff post. 3.3.3 The FSD Manager reports to the Director of CASAS and administers the division’s programmes to promote safety in all aviation activities. He has responsibility and authority for decision-making in a wide variety of administrative and technical areas. The most important functions of the FSD Manager are the following:

a) determine the level of staffing and resources to be directed toward the accomplishment of various work programmes. Approve adjustments to duty hours and workload scheduling to maintain control of premium compensation while meeting operational requirements;

b) request the additional resources necessary to accomplish unanticipated FSD activities; and

c) provide justification to support major expenditures required to perform the functions of the FSD.

3.3.4 The FSD Manager is responsible for six Sections within CASAS: the Personnel Licensing Section; the Flight Operations Section; the Airworthiness Section; the Air Navigation Section; the Aerodrome

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Section; and the Aviation Security Section. However, several of the positions described in the organizational chart are not yet covered. 3.3.5 Suriname is also a member State of the Caribbean Aviation Safety and Security Oversight System (CASSOS) that evolved from the Regional Aviation Safety Oversight System (RASOS), which was the operating arm of the Association of Civil Aviation Authorities of the Caribbean. 3.3.6 The PEL Section is under the responsibility of a Senior PEL Officer, as described in the “Senior Personnel Licensing Officer Position Description” form, who reports to the FSD Manager. In addition, a PEL Officer reporting to the Senior PEL Officer is responsible for conducting the tasks assigned to the PEL Section. These tasks are organized around three major functional areas: administration, examinations and licensing. A “Personnel Licensing Officer ― New Hire/Developmental Position Description” is available and describes a person responsible for a variety of tasks associated with technical administration, issuance of personnel licences and examination and who serves as a trainee performing duties as assigned without specific authority for actions or decisions. A significant part of the position involves training in more complex functions. However, currently, only two staff members are part of the PEL Section, including the PEL/Aviation Training Organization Officer. 3.3.6.1 With regard to the certification of training organizations, a Personnel Licensing/Aviation Training Organization Inspector position description form is available for a staff that reports to the FSD Manager and is responsible for the certification and surveillance of Aviation Training Organizations. 3.3.7 With respect to aircraft operations, the Flight Operations Section is under the responsibility of a flight operations inspector, who reports to the FSD Manager and acts as the primary operations interface between assigned air carriers, other aviation entities and CASAS. The flight operations inspector has the responsibility to ensure that assigned organizations meet the CARs with respect to operations programmes, and determines the need for and establishes work programmes for the surveillance and inspection of assigned organizations to ensure adherence to the applicable regulations, among other tasks assigned to him. In order to be promoted to senior operations inspector, the following requirements must be met:

a) the completion of the minimum core training and optional specialized training as described in the Flight Safety Division Training System (FSDTS) programme guide; and

b) a minimum of ten years experience as a CASAS operations inspector. 3.3.7.1 Additional requirements concerning experience, skills and knowledge are established for each technical staff in the FSDTS. 3.3.7.2 There is currently no senior flight operations inspector responsible for the Flight Operations Section. A New Hire/Developmental Flight Operations Inspector position description, which includes the performance of a variety of tasks associated with technical administration, certification and surveillance is also established. The tasks include serving as a trainee, and performing duties as assigned without specific authority for actions or decisions. A significant part of the position involves training in more complex functions of the journeyman level. However, neither of the two operations inspectors fully comply with established requirements and the experience needed for safety oversight activities conducted over large aeroplanes, such as the B-737, 747 or the most recent aircraft acquired, an Airbus 340. CASAS has also temporarily recruited some experienced foreign inspectors from CASSOS, who have been delegated with responsibilities for the certification and surveillance of Surinamese air operators, who are under the supervision of the Operations Inspector.

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3.3.7.3 With respect to the safe transport of dangerous goods by air, although CASAS has one official nominated to administer the dangerous goods programme and to respond to queries from air operators and shippers, CASAS has not established job descriptions, functions and responsibilities for such technical staff. 3.3.8 With respect to the airworthiness of aircraft, CASAS has not approved a formal document establishing an organizational structure for the Airworthiness Section and its functions and responsibilities, including, for instance, approvals and acceptance of airworthiness engineering data, the issuance of airworthiness directives (ADs) and special operations approvals, since CASAS does not have an aircraft engineering unit. The Airworthiness Section has only one airworthiness inspector who is not capable of addressing all continuing airworthiness certification and surveillance responsibilities and activities. Nevertheless, CASAS temporarily delegates the duties of the airworthiness inspector to other individuals for the conduct of airworthiness audits, inspections and surveillance activities. 3.3.9 The Air Navigation Section is charged with the supervision of air navigation services in Suriname. However, the air traffic management services are provided by the Civil Aviation Department (CAD), which is responsible to the Minister for the provision of aeronautical information service (AIS), communications, navigation and surveillance (CNS), and search and rescue (SAR) services in the Paramaribo flight information region (FIR). 3.3.9.1 With respect to the PANS-OPS, a flight procedures design office or entity to oversee the process of development and maintenance of visual and instrument flight procedures has not been established. Furthermore, the responsibility for oversight has not been delegated to an agency, another Contracting State or a group of States. The AIS Department of the CAD is responsible for the collection and dissemination of information for the entire area encompassed by the Paramaribo FIR, as well as for the creation and dissemination of notices to airmen (NOTAMs) and pre-flight information bulletins. 3.3.9.2 The CAD, through the Technical Radio and Electronic Service, provides maintenance for all the navigation aids and telecommunications equipment, which allows for the provision of air traffic services (ATS) within the Paramaribo FIR. 3.3.9.3 The meteorological services (MET) within the Paramaribo FIR are currently provided by the Meteorological Service Division, under the Ministry of Public Works. A letter of agreement between the ATS Unit of the CAD and the Meteorological Service Division to ensure the provision of MET services required for civil aviation is in force. 3.3.9.4 The AIP specifies that “the search and rescue in Suriname is provided by the Civil Aviation Administration in collaboration with the Department of Defence which has the responsibility of making the necessary facilities available”. However, no legal framework or procedures have been established for the provision of SAR services within the Paramaribo FIR. In addition, letters of agreements for SAR operations with the neighbouring State have not been signed. 3.3.10 Within CASAS, the Aerodrome Section under the FSD is responsible for the implementation of the CARs, Part 12 and of Annex 14 to the Chicago Convention, Volumes I and II. 3.3.10.1 The Aerodrome Section currently has two aerodrome inspectors carrying out all aerodrome safety oversight tasks. They are also responsible for the oversight of the ATS provided by the CAD. The two part time aerodrome inspectors are also tasked with the responsibility of overseeing the safety of operations at the other domestic aerodromes. Consequently, there is a shortage of staff with appropriate qualifications in the Aerodrome Section, as the two aerodrome inspectors sharing responsibilities for aerodrome safety and ATS

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cannot devote the necessary time to effectively perform their duties. Furthermore, there is no person designated solely for aerodrome safety oversight. 3.3.11 Although CASAS has established, through its Accident and Incident Investigation Policies and Procedures Manual, an organizational structure for the conduct of aircraft accident and incident investigations, that Manual does not apply entirely to the investigation of accidents, since the Attorney General is the authority responsible for instituting any accident investigation in Suriname. While CASAS has its own personnel identified and charged with aircraft accident and serious incident investigation duties, they are not sufficient, and some are not appropriately qualified. In addition, there is no job description for each investigator post, and CASAS has not established measures to relieve these experts of their regular duties during the investigation, so as to avoid possible conflicts of interest. Furthermore, there is no operational contact, especially after working hours, to deal with notifications of aircraft accidents and serious incidents. 3.4 Critical element 4 ― Technical personnel qualification and training

“The establishment of minimum requirements for knowledge and experience of the technical personnel performing safety oversight functions and the provision of appropriate training to maintain and enhance their competence at the desired level. The training should include initial and recurrent (periodic) training.”

3.4.1 Training for CASAS technical staff, and additional minimum requirements for knowledge and experience are provided through the FSDTS, which was approved by the Director of CASAS in December 2009. It is a single, integrated programme which provides oversight and management of inspector or officer development from new-hire status through retirement from CASAS. The programme is systematic and structured to provide for the delivery of an effective training programme at minimum cost and is intended to prepare experienced professionals from the aviation industry for their new role as government inspectors or PEL officers. 3.4.2 The Inspector Training System is composed of five principal components:

a) the FSDTS Program Guide describes the requirements, objectives and procedures for operation of the FSDTS. Policies and procedures have been designed to provide the maximum flexibility to accommodate individual and office preferences while fulfilling the needs of the FSD. This document also includes training profiles and position descriptions;

b) the FSDTS OJT Guide describes the requirements and procedures used to conduct on-the-job training (OJT) for the technical job tasks listed in the training profiles for each specialty;

c) the FSDTS Formal Course Standards provides course descriptions and minimum requirements for each of the formal classroom style training courses and courses for which only OJT will be required, referenced in the FSDTS;

d) the FSDTS Job Task Analysis document provides a detailed inventory of the requirements associated with each technical job task. A separate analysis is provided for Operations, Airworthiness, Aerodrome, Aviation Security, Communication and Navigation Systems/Air Traffic Management Inspectors and PEL staff. Each Job Task Analysis provides a description of the task, required supporting documents, and a step-by-step listing of the sub-tasks that must be performed to accomplish the task; and

e) the FSDTS Training Record is a computer software programme in the form of a Microsoft Excel database that is used to record all training completed in the FSDTS.

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3.4.3 The FSDTS details what type of training shall be provided to all inspectors, and establishes a training recordkeeping system and procedures for the issuance of credentials and the assignment of inspectors after satisfactory completion of OJT. However, the referred training system has not been fully implemented. In addition, CASAS has not developed a periodic training plan detailing and prioritizing what type of training will be provided to all the inspectors during a certain period, and the FSDTS Training Record for the maintenance of training records is not a systematic process that has been established and implemented. Several of the inspectors have received training, but not necessarily in accordance with the FSDTS. 3.4.4 In the FSDTS document, the ATS inspector training programme covers initial, recurrent, specialized training and OJT. However, the requirements for the areas of AIS, PANS-OPS, aeronautical maps and charts (MAP), CNS, MET and SAR have not been developed to date. 3.4.5 With respect to aircraft accident investigation training, although CASAS has established a training programme detailing what type of training should be provided to its investigators, it does not provide investigators with training related to safety at the accident site and does not include aircraft accident and incident investigation-related activities during OJT. In addition, the provisions regarding minimum qualification and experience requirements for aircraft accident investigators, as well as the training programme, have not been fully implemented. Furthermore, a training plan as well as a system for the maintenance of training records have not been established. 3.5 Critical element 5 ― Technical guidance, tools and the provision of safety critical information

“The provision of technical guidance (including processes and procedures), tools (including facilities and equipment) and safety critical information, as applicable, to the technical personnel to enable them to perform their safety oversight functions in accordance with established requirements and in a standardized manner. In addition, this includes the provision of technical guidance by the oversight authority to the aviation industry on the implementation of applicable regulations and instructions.”

3.5.1 In the area of personnel licensing, CASAS has developed and implemented a Personnel Licensing Handbook, which was approved in October 2009 and contains guidance for all licensing activities. In addition, an Aviation Medical Guide (AMG), describing the requirements and procedures for issuing and renewing Class 1, 2 and 3 medical certificates, was published. The AMG provides information to assist an aviation medical assessor and an aviation medical examiner in performing his or her duties in an efficient and effective manner. The AMG was last amended on 28 March 2008. 3.5.1.1 Additional guidance and job aids, such as the “Airman Knowledge Testing Authorization Requirements”; “Class and Type Rating List”; “Skill Test Standards”; and additional publications, such as the “Check Airman, Instructor, and Supervisor Classifications and Qualification Programs”, are also available on the CASAS website (http://www.casas.sr). 3.5.1.2 CASAS has also established a Compliance and Enforcement Manual, which describes the authority, responsibilities, policies, guidelines, procedures, objectives, and legal aspects of its compliance and enforcement programme and is intended to be an aid in the exercise of discretion of the various CASAS elements involved. 3.5.2 With respect to aircraft operations, an Operations Inspector Handbook was developed and implemented by CASAS. The handbook has detailed guidance for inspectors on certification and surveillance activities, including inspection and supervision checklists; however, the handbook has not been updated since

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it was initially published in November 2001. Furthermore, it does not reflect the different inspector activities, such as international air transport operations, domestic air operations, the safe transport of dangerous goods by air, accident prevention and flight safety programme, or the most recent requirement for air operators to establish an SMS. Additional guidance is provided through the publication of CASAS advisory pamphlets (CAPs), which are available on the web for a specific type of operations, such as: extended range operations by twin-engined aeroplanes (ETOPS), area navigation (RNAV), reduced vertical separation minima (RVSM), Cat II/III operations and the certification of an air operator, among others. The CAPs are published to give guidance to air operators and approved maintenance organizations (AMOs) on an acceptable means for compliance with a process, procedure or requirement. 3.5.2.1 In the area of dangerous goods, CASAS has not established and implemented guidance with respect to inspection, surveillance and enforcement procedures to confirm compliance with dangerous goods regulations. 3.5.3 With respect to the airworthiness of aircraft, CASAS has developed a comprehensive Airworthiness Inspector Handbook (AIH) containing certification and surveillance procedures and checklists to assist inspectors in carrying out their functions in a standardized and efficient manner. Nevertheless, the AIH has not been implemented and the procedures for the issuance of the first certificate of airworthiness for an aircraft type have not been developed. Moreover, industry guidelines for the reporting of unapproved parts to type certificate holders and regulatory agencies, for the proper usage of parts removed from an aircraft no longer in service and for the disposal of scrapped parts, have not been developed. The relevant ICAO documents are readily available to airworthiness inspectors in the CASAS library; however, they do not have access to updated design organization manuals and documentation to support the certification and surveillance activities for some aircraft types on Suriname’s registry involving international air transport operations. The airworthiness inspectors have adequate facilities and equipment. 3.5.4 With respect to air navigation services, CASAS has approved the Air Navigation Inspector Handbook as guidance material for the ATS inspectors. However, no guidance material has been developed for the areas of PANS-OPS, AIS, CNS, MET and SAR. All the inspectorate staff have access to the ICAO electronic publications available on the ICAO-NET website. The CAD has approved the air traffic control manual for the provision of aerodrome/approach and area control service. The AIS office of the CAD has the technical library and the AIP supplements. The aeronautical information regulation and control (AIRAC) system has been properly implemented. The ATS inspectors have adequate facilities and equipment. 3.5.5 Aerodrome inspectors have an Aerodrome Inspector Handbook and CAPs covering many aspects of aerodrome certification. For all other guidance, CASAS relies on ICAO documents and has a fully functional and up-to-date library containing all ICAO publications. However, the only reference material on the subject of airfield pavement design and evaluation was not available. During the industry visit to the J. A. Pengel International Airport (PBM), it was found that the aerodrome operator’s staff did not have the latest version of Annex 14 to the Chicago Convention, Volume I, as required by State Decree No. 20 of 1997. The current version of Annex 14, Volume I was available with the Aerodrome Division staff and in the CASAS library. 3.5.6 With respect to aircraft accident and incident investigation, Suriname has not established a policy to ensure that aircraft accident investigations falling under its responsibility, including major accident investigations, are effectively carried out. In addition, the State has not established and/or implemented most of the procedures associated with the investigation tasks, especially those related to: notifications to and from other States; provision of information to other States conducting investigations; appointment of accredited representatives, advisers and experts; timely read-out of the flight recorders, and the analysis of the data

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contained therein; preservation of evidence; examination or testing of aircraft parts or components; and issuance of all the reports required by Annex 13 to the Chicago Convention. 3.6 Critical element 6 ― Licensing, certification, authorization and/or approval obligations

“The implementation of processes and procedures to ensure that personnel and organizations performing an aviation activity meet the established requirements before they are allowed to exercise the privileges of a licence, certificate, authorization and/or approval to conduct the relevant aviation activity.”

3.6.1 The Personnel Licensing Section within CASAS has implemented the procedures of the PEL Handbook for the processing of licensing applications leading to the issuance of a private pilot licence and its subsequent renewal. All other commercial and airline transport pilot licences are either validated or converted following requirements or procedures established by the CASAS, which include the verification of the validity of the licence with the foreign authority. Suriname issues licences of the expiring type, and the medical certification of licensed personnel is conducted by one designated medical examiner and one medical assessor. A system for the supervision and control of designated medical examiners has been established, although it is not fully implemented. Personnel files are kept by the PEL Section; however, CASAS has not established a system and defined procedures for record keeping and does not ensure conditions of confidentiality of medical reports and records. 3.6.1.1 Suriname has two aeroclubs where flight training is provided and which are dedicated more to sport aviation activities, and one air traffic controller training organization, which has been certified in accordance with the established procedures. 3.6.2 With respect to aircraft operations, the certification of air operators by CASAS is currently being conducted by qualified foreign inspectors due to the recent acquisition of an Airbus 340 by the major air operator in Suriname. Certification requirements and procedures are those in the CARs and the Operations Inspector Handbook, respectively, and the published job aids and guidance available on the CASAS website. Although procedures are followed, the FSD has not established a filing system or a documented process where all documents related to the certification process for obtaining an AOC are stored for review in an organized manner, as completion of the different phases of the process are not clearly indicated in the files. In addition, some inspectors keep some of the certification documents and files personally, and do not follow any established procedures. Although Suriname does not yet require the establishment and implementation of an SMS, some air operators have already started implementation or are prepared for it. 3.6.2.1 The transportation of dangerous goods by air is forbidden by law, and no Surinamese air operator has been issued a permanent authorization for dangerous goods, which are normally transported by any other foreign air operator. Specific authorizations are given in the form of exceptions for one time only and following specific and very strict procedures. 3.6.3 With respect to the airworthiness of aircraft, Suriname has no design or production activities. Consequently, CASAS does not issue or validate type certificates or supplemental type certificates, but accepts the certificates issued by the State of Design. CASAS approves/accepts noise certificates, special flight permits, export certificates of airworthiness, and aircraft major modifications and repairs. CASAS also issues its own mandatory ADs on a product for which it is not the State of Design. For aircraft registered in Suriname, the aircraft certificates of airworthiness are issued and renewed every year, after an inspection carried out by the airworthiness inspectors to ensure that the aircraft conforms to the type design and is in condition for safe operation. To AOC holders, CASAS issues acceptances and approvals for the equivalent

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system of maintenance, if the AOC holder is not an AMO, operator’s maintenance control manuals, minimum equipment lists (MELs), RVSM and aircraft maintenance programmes. CASAS issues and renews AMO certificates and maintenance procedures manuals inside and outside Suriname. 3.6.4 With respect to air navigation services, CASAS has not established requirements for the implementation of a safety programme in order to achieve an acceptable level of safety in the provision of ATS, including an SMS. The training of ATS personnel is carried out primarily at the Suriname Civil Aviation Training Centre. The training for the Surinamese air traffic controllers includes the aerodrome air traffic control course, approach and area control (non radar) course, followed by OJT. The CAD has not established a formal training programme for PANS-OPS, MAP or CNS. In addition, a mechanism has not been established to ensure that aeronautical data quality requirements related to data integrity and charting resolution are in conformance with the provisions of Annex 4 to the Chicago Convention. With regard to flight inspections, Suriname has an agreement with the Agence pour la Sécurité de la Navigation Aérienne en Afrique et à Madagascar (ASECNA) for the conduct of flight inspection of navigational aids. 3.6.5 In the area of aerodromes, though Suriname has developed the CARs, Part 12 on certification and registration of aerodromes, aerodrome certification is yet to be implemented. The Johan A. Pengel International Airport (PBM), the only international airport at Zanderij, Paramaribo, is yet to be granted an aerodrome certificate, as required by Annex 14 to the Chicago Convention, Volume I. Furthermore, as required by Articles 29 to 31 of the Act, the city’s domestic airport at Zorg en Hoop is yet to be brought under the certification regime, as it is a designated aerodrome and has trans-border/international flights to Guyana. This airport has more daily flights than PBM. In addition to these two aerodromes, there are approximately forty small domestic aerodromes, and no other aerodrome in Suriname has been issued a licence in accordance with Articles 30 and 31 of the Act. The aerodrome certification criteria are yet to be developed. 3.7 Critical element 7 ― Surveillance obligations

“The implementation of processes, such as inspections and audits, to proactively ensure that aviation licence, certificate, authorization and/or approval holders continue to meet the established requirements and function at the level of competency and safety required by the State to undertake an aviation-related activity for which they have been licensed, certified, authorized and/or approved to perform. This includes the surveillance of designated personnel who perform safety oversight functions on behalf of the CAA.”

3.7.1 In the area of personnel licensing, some surveillance activities are conducted by operations or airworthiness inspectors as part of the licensing process; however, there is no formal coordination or inspection plan established by the PEL Section in conjunction with the Flight Operations or the Airworthiness Sections to inspect individuals. Files are used to support the issuance or renewal of a licence; however, no system is in place for record keeping. 3.7.1.1 With regard to designated medical examiners, although some supervision activities have been conducted by the medical assessor over the only medical examiner in Suriname, a formal system for the supervision and control is not yet in place. 3.7.2 With respect to aircraft operations, surveillance activities by CASAS are conducted mainly by operation inspectors; however, these inspectors are not qualified for all the aircraft types flying in Suriname. Furthermore, even if CASAS relies on some foreign inspectors for certification tasks, allowing CASAS inspectors additional time, the inspection and surveillance plan has not been accomplished in accordance with the initial plan. No surveillance or inspection activities were conducted during the first half of 2009. The Flight Operations Section has established an effective mechanism for the follow-up of

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inspections and corrective actions by air operators based on an Excel page; however, some corrective actions had not been completed by air operators. Furthermore, several safety oversight activities are conducted by delegated inspectors over whom no surveillance takes place. 3.7.2.1 In the area of dangerous goods and although some very scarce inspections have been carried out, there is no formal or systematic process for surveillance activities over domestic or international air operators and other entities involved in the safe transport of dangerous goods in Suriname. 3.7.3 With respect to the airworthiness of aircraft, CASAS has established in Part I (General) of the AIH the inspection policy/procedure to be used by airworthiness inspectors as a formal surveillance programme including, for instance, the frequency of scheduled audits. A Continued Surveillance Programme 2009 for the oversight of the AOC holders and AMOs has been developed; however, this programme has not been implemented, and no audit has been performed during the year. CASAS has also not established and implemented a formal periodic plan to perform the annual aircraft inspections for the renewal of the certificates of airworthiness. 3.7.4 In the area of air navigation services, CASAS has established a safety oversight system for ATM. However, no safety oversight system has been established for PANS-OPS, AIS, MAP, CNS, MET and SAR. Furthermore, no surveillance programme has been developed, and no inspections have been conducted by the regulatory CASAS staff. 3.7.5 With regard to aerodromes, the CASAS Aerodrome Division periodically carries out the inspection of PBM. However, planned surveillance activities and aerodrome certification tasks are yet to be completed due to different priorities within CASAS, as the two aerodrome inspectors also have equal responsibility for ANS-related tasks. 3.8 Critical element 8 ― Resolution of safety concerns

“The implementation of processes and procedures to resolve identified deficiencies impacting aviation safety, which may have been residing in the aviation system and have been detected by the regulatory authority or other appropriate bodies. Note.— This would include the ability to analyse safety deficiencies, forward recommendations, support the resolution of identified deficiencies as well as take enforcement action, when appropriate.”

3.8.1 With respect to personnel licensing and aircraft operations, CASAS has developed a Compliance and Enforcement Manual applicable to all areas within CASAS. The manual describes the authority, responsibilities, policies, guidelines, procedures, objectives, and legal aspects of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority Suriname’s compliance and enforcement programme. It is intended to be an aid in the exercise of discretion of the various CASAS elements involved. The Manual is wide-ranging in providing guidance for surveillance and enforcement actions by the inspectors; however, evidence on implementation was not available, and the tracking of corrective actions of identified deficiencies and the imposition of penalties and sanctions to include suspensions and/or revocations of licences and certificates had not been implemented. 3.8.2 With respect to the airworthiness of aircraft, CASAS has established in Part 1 (General) of the AIH and in the CASAS Enforcement Manual procedures to ensure, through a documented process, that the safety deficiencies identified during the certification and surveillance activities are rectified in a timely manner, including follow-up and enforcement measures and procedures. All ADs in respect of an aircraft

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registered in Suriname and any information which the State of Design deems necessary for continuing airworthiness and safe operation are made mandatory. Upon registration of an aircraft type in Suriname, CASAS notifies the State of Design of the registration in Suriname, and requests receipt of any and all ADs and any requirements for the establishment of specific continuing airworthiness programmes. The CARs require that aircraft owners, AMOs and operators submit reports on aircraft failures, malfunctions, defects and other occurrences which cause or might cause adverse effects on the continuing airworthiness of aircraft to CASAS and to the organization responsible for the type design. In addition, a procedure for handling and processing reports on service difficulties has been developed; however, this procedure has not been implemented. 3.8.3 With respect to air navigation services, CASAS has not established a mechanism with a time frame to resolve deficiencies identified with respect to ATM, PANS-OPS, AIS, MAP, CNS, MET and SAR. In addition, CASAS has not established a mechanism for the elimination of deficiencies identified within the framework of the Caribbean/South American Regional Planning and Implementation Group (GREPECAS). 3.8.4 While the aerodrome certification is yet to be implemented, the current surveillance procedure is a periodic inspection of the aerodrome. Subsequently, an inspection report is generated and a communication about any deficiency found during the inspection is sent to the aerodrome operator. At the time of the audit, the CASAS Aerodrome Section had written to the aerodrome operator about an observation that required action on the part of the operator; however, no timely response had been received by CASAS. 3.8.5 With respect to aircraft accident and incident investigation, Suriname has not established and/or implemented procedures to ensure the adequate and timely issuance of recommendations within the State, to other States and, when ICAO documents are involved, to ICAO. In addition, no procedures were established regarding the actions to be taken by CASAS after receiving recommendations from other States. Furthermore, the State has not implemented procedures to ensure the dispatch of preliminary reports and accident/incident data reports. Suriname has not established and implemented a voluntary occurrence reporting system. Although CASAS has established a database, it is not a formal one and does not contain incident data, and no analysis of the information available has been made to determine any preventive actions required. 4. VISITS TO THE INDUSTRY/SERVICE PROVIDERS 4.1 Accompanied by staff members of the State’s civil aviation system, the audit teams visit aviation service providers, operations and maintenance departments of operators and maintenance organizations, aeronautical product/equipment manufacturers, aviation training institutes, etc. The objective of the visits is to validate the capability of the State to supervise the activities of these service providers, airlines and organizations. 4.2 In the case of Suriname, the audit team visited the following organizations:

a) Surinam Airways (OPS/AIR); b) Blue Wing Airlines (OPS/AIR); c) Zorg en Hoop Airport ATS, AIS, MET, area control centre (ACC), rescue coordination

centre (RCC), SAR (ANS/AGA); d) J. A. Pengel International Airport ATS, AIS, MET, ACC, RCC, SAR (ANS); and e) J. A. Pengel International Airport Meeting with key Operations Managers, including

rescue and fire-fighting. Visit the fire station. Drive around the airport (apron, runway, taxiway) (AGA).

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5. AUDIT FINDINGS AND DIFFERENCES DATABASE (AFDD) 5.1 The general objective of the AFDD is to assist States in identifying the elements that need attention in the implementation of the proposed corrective action plan. The information is also intended to assist States in establishing a priority of actions to be taken to resolve safety concerns identified by the audits. Appendix 2 to this report contains a graphic representation of the lack of effective implementation of the critical elements of the safety oversight system (ICAO Doc 9734, Part A refers) in Suriname and at a global level (average results from all States audited). The graphic representation enables the audited State to prioritize the necessary corrective actions and to identify assistance requirements based on its personnel, technical and financial capabilities in consideration of its safety oversight obligations. 6. STATE AVIATION ACTIVITY QUESTIONNAIRE (SAAQ) 6.1 The SAAQ is one of the major tools required for conducting a comprehensive systems approach-based safety oversight audit. As such, all Contracting States are required to complete the SAAQ and submit it to ICAO for proper evaluation and recording. The submitted information enables ICAO to maintain an up-to-date database on the State’s civil aviation activities. Suriname has submitted its SAAQ to ICAO, which can be found at http://www.icao.int/soa. 7. COMPLIANCE CHECKLISTS (CCs) 7.1 The CCs are one of the main tools used in the conduct of safety oversight audits under the comprehensive systems approach. As such, all Contracting States are required to complete the CCs and submit them to ICAO for evaluation and recording. The submitted information enables ICAO to maintain an up-to-date database on the State’s level of compliance to the ICAO SARPs and assist in facilitating the conduct of a standardized audit of all Contracting States. As a result, States will be enabled to have a clear picture of the implementation status of the relevant SARPs. Suriname has partially submitted its CCs to ICAO, which can be found at http://www.icao.int/soa. 8. FOLLOW-UP ACTION 8.1 In accordance with the MOU agreed to between Suriname and ICAO, Suriname submitted a corrective action plan on 10 August 2010 and an update to the action plan on 13 December 2010. The action plan submitted was reviewed by the Continuous Monitoring and Oversight Section and was found to fully address most of the findings and recommendations contained in this report. The proposed action plan, including comments and clarifications provided by the State, is attached as Appendix 3 to this report. Comments by ICAO on each corrective action are found in Appendix 1 to this report.

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APPENDIX 1

Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-1-01

LEG/01SURINAME

FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS RELATED TO

PRIMARY AVIATION LEGISLATION AND CIVIL AVIATION REGULATIONS

1.301; 7.001; 7.009;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:

Refer to Doc 9735, Appendix F for the document reference(s) associated with the protocol questions identified in this

finding.

CE-1 CE-2 X CE-3 CE-4 CE-5 CE-6 CE-7 CE-8

FINDING:

Suriname has not established formal requirements with respect to the following Annexes to the Chicago Convention:

a) Annex 3 ― Meteorological Service for International Air Navigation;

b) Annex 4 ― Aeronautical Charts;

c) Annex 5 ― Units of Measurement to be Used in Air and Ground Operations;

d) Annex 10 ― Aeronautical Telecommunications,

e) Annex 11 ― Air Traffic Services;

f) Annex 12 ― Search and Rescue; and

g) Annex 15 ― Aeronautical Information Services.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should establish and implement Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs) Suriname related to the following

Annexes to the Chicago Convention:

a) Annex 3 ― Meteorological Service for International Air Navigation;

b) Annex 4 ― Aeronautical Charts;

c) Annex 5 ― Units of Measurement to be Used in Air and Ground Operations;

d) Annex 10 ― Aeronautical Telecommunications,

e) Annex 11 ― Air Traffic Services;

f) Annex 12 ― Search and Rescue; and

g) Annex 15 ― Aeronautical Information Services.

CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN PROPOSED BY THE STATE:

Corrective action plan and comments submitted by the State are found at Appendix 3-1-1 of this report.

Estimated Implementation Date: 31/12/10

COMMENTS BY ICAO:

The corrective action plan submitted by the State fully addresses this ICAO finding and recommendation.

Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-1-02

LEG/02SURINAME



1.025; 1.205; 3.007; 3.011; 4.005; 4.011; 4.333; 5.007; 6.017;

7.013; 8.015;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

The Civil Aviation Safety Authority Suriname (CASAS) has established Directive No. 1-2009 describing the procedure

for the amendment of its CARs and for the identification of differences between its national regulations and the ICAO

Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs). However, this Directive has not been fully implemented, as several

differences have not been identified and notified to ICAO, and significant differences have not been published in the

Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP).

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish a mechanism to ensure:

a) full implementation of Directive No. 1-2009 in order for the CARs to keep pace with amendments to the Annexes

to the Chicago Convention;

b) the identification and notification to ICAO of all differences between its national regulations and the ICAO

SARPs; and

c) the publication of significant differences in the AIP.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-1-03

LEG/03SURINAME



1.101; 1.109; 1.111; 4.037;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 X CE-2 CE-3 CE-4 CE-5 CE-6 CE-7 CE-8

FINDING:

The CASAS inspectors have not been empowered, either directly by legislative provisions in the Civil Aviation Safety

and Security Act or an established process to have:

a) unrestricted and unlimited access to aircraft and aviation facilities;

b) the right to detain aircraft for just cause; and

c) the right to prohibit any person from exercising the privileges of any aviation licence, certificate or document for

just cause.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should ensure that CASAS inspectors are empowered, either directly by legislation or an established process

that can be applied in a timely manner, to have:

a) unrestricted and unlimited access to aircraft and aviation facilities;

b) the right to detain aircraft for just cause; and

c) the right to prohibit any person from exercising the privileges of any aviation licence, certificate or document for

just cause.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-2-01

ORG/01SURINAME


CIVIL AVIATION ORGANIZATION

2.011; 3.101; 4.021; 4.027; 4.031; 5.021; 5.023; 5.045; 7.031;

8.031; 8.033;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 CE-3 X CE-4 CE-5 CE-6 CE-7 CE-8

FINDING:

CASAS has not established a formal organizational manual or handbook, in which all the functions and responsibilities

of the various entities (division, department, office) are clearly defined. Moreover, the description of the CASAS

organization is based on an organizational chart only.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish and implement a formal organizational manual or handbook, in which all functions and

responsibilities of the various entities (division, department, office) are clearly defined. The organizational manual

should also include the functions and responsibilities, including job descriptions, for individuals working at each

Division, Department or Office within CASAS.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-2-02

ORG/02SURINAME



2.053; 2.103; 4.025; 5.033; 7.061; 7.209; 7.269; 7.325; 7.373;

7.417; 7.487; 8.039;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has not established a mechanism to ensure that it has sufficient human resources to meet its national and

international obligations related to civil aviation safety oversight in the areas of aircraft operations, airworthiness,

aerodromes and air navigation services. Moreover, some of the inspectors are not fully qualified for the tasks assigned.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish a mechanism to ensure that it has sufficient human resources to meet i ts national and

international obligations related to civil aviation safety oversight in the areas of operations, airworthiness, aerodromes

and air navigation services.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-2-03

ORG/03SURINAME



4.039; 4.043; 4.045; 4.047; 4.049; 5.037; 5.041; 5.043;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 CE-3 X CE-4 X CE-5 CE-6 CE-7 X CE-8 X

FINDING:

CASAS has delegated to individuals some functions and responsibilities regarding the safety oversight of air operators

and approved maintenance organizations (AMOs) in Suriname. Although the letters of delegation clearly defined the

delegated tasks, CASAS has not established and implemented the following:

a) requirements for the competency of each individual;

b) procedures for the delegation of its certification, inspection or supervision responsibilities, including competency

checks, route checks, instrument ratings checks, conversion checks and upgrading checks, to designated inspectors;

c) procedures for renewal of the mandate for delegated inspectors;

d) procedures for the conduct of oversight of the tasks assigned to delegated personnel; and

e) a process for the resolution of deficiencies or concerns if identified in the delegated tasks.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish and implement for the delegation of safety oversight tasks the following:

a) requirements for the competency of each individual;

b) procedures for the delegation of its certification, inspection or supervision responsibilities, including competency

checks, route checks, instrument ratings checks, conversion checks and upgrading checks, to designated inspectors;

c) procedures for renewal of the mandate for delegated inspectors;

d) procedures for the conduct of oversight of the tasks assigned to delegated personnel; and

e) a process for the resolution of deficiencies or concerns if identified in the delegated tasks.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-2-04

ORG/04SURINAME



3.115; 3.119; 4.053; 4.055; 4.057; 4.059; 5.049; 5.051; 5.053;

5.055; 6.125; 6.129; 7.067; 7.069; 7.073; 7.211; 7.213; 7.215; 7.217;

7.219; 7.277; 7.279; 7.281; 7.283; 7.285; 7.333; 7.335; 7.337; 7.339;

7.341; 7.381; 7.383; 7.385; 7.387; 7.389; 7.425; 7.427; 7.429; 7.431;

7.433; 8.057;8.055;8.053;7.503;7.501;7.499;7.497;7.495;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 CE-3 CE-4 X CE-5 CE-6 CE-7 CE-8

FINDING:

CASAS has recently formalized its Flight Safety Division Training System (FSDTS), which includes: a Programme

Guide, Formal Course Standards and an on-the-job training (OJT) Guide applicable to all areas within CASAS.

However, the FSDTS has not been fully implemented as some of the inspectors have not completed training, which is

based more on opportunity training provided by foreign civil aviation authorities (CAAs) or at any other aviation

organization or institution. Moreover, a periodic training plan detailing and prioritizing what type of training will be

provided has not been established by CASAS. In addition, a system for the maintenance of training records has not

been established and implemented.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish a mechanism to ensure that the FSDTS is implemented and that all inspectors receive initial,

periodic or recurrent training and OJT and, if required, specialized training. In addition, CASAS should develop and

implement the training programmes that have not been included in the FSDTS for aeronautical information service

(AIS), Procedures for Air Navigation Services-Aircraft Operations (PANS-OPS), aeronautical maps and charts (MAP),

communications, navigation and surveillance (CNS), meteorological services (MET) and search and rescue (SAR).

CASAS should also establish and implement an adequate system for the maintenance of training records.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-3-01

PEL/01SURINAME


PERSONNEL LICENSING AND TRAINING

3.417; 3.701; 3.703;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 CE-3 CE-4 CE-5 CE-6 CE-7 X CE-8

FINDING:

The CASAS Personnel Licensing (PEL) Office has not established a system and defined procedures for record keeping

and does not ensure conditions of confidentiality of records, including medical reports.

RECOMMENDATION:

The CASAS PEL Office should establish a system for record keeping and define procedures to ensure conditions of

confidentiality of records, including medical reports.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-3-02

PEL/02SURINAME



3.459;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

Although some supervision activities have been conducted by the medical assessor over the only medical examiner in

Suriname, a system for supervision and control is not yet in place, as implementation has recently started.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should ensure the implementation of the established system for the supervision and control of the medical

examiner in Suriname.


Comments submitted by the State are found at Appendix 3-3-2 of this report.

COMMENTS BY ICAO:

The State has indicated that it will not take any corrective action to address this ICAO finding and recommendation.

Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-3-03

PEL/03SURINAME



3.601; 3.603;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 CE-3 X CE-4 CE-5 CE-6 X CE-7 CE-8

FINDING:

CASAS does not ensure that the flight crew of an air operator flying Antonov 28 aircraft meet the requirements of

knowledge and skills specified for the licence and rating issued, and does not have a qualified inspector to evaluate

such conditions in that specific model and type of aircraft.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish a system to ensure that all crews meet the requirements of knowledge and skills specified for

the licence and rating issued, and should ensure that a qualified inspector evaluates such conditions for each specific

model and type of aircraft.



COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-3-04

PEL/04SURINAME



3.811;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

Although it is a function of the Airworthiness Office, CASAS has not established a system for the conduct of oversight

activities over licensed aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers and/or mechanics in Suriname.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should clearly define the responsibility of the Airworthiness Office for the conduct of oversight activities, in

coordination with the PEL Office, over licensed aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers and/or mechanics in

Suriname, including regular and random inspections, to ensure compliance with the requirements of the CARs with

regard to licensing matters.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-4-01

OPS/01SURINAME


AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS CERTIFICATION AND SUPERVISION

4.033;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 CE-3 CE-4 X CE-5 CE-6 CE-7 CE-8

FINDING:

The minimum flight and work experience requirements to become a flight operations inspector have been established

by CASAS at 1500 hours of flight time experience, an airline transport pilot licence (ATPL), and two years experience

in an aviation organization. However, these requirements do not conform to the guidance provided in ICAO Doc 8335 -

Manual of Procedures for Operations Inspection, Certification and Continued Surveillance (fifth edition), especially

when the national air transport operator is flying large aircraft such as the Boeing 737-300 and Airbus 340-300. In

addition, one of the two flight operations inspectors has only a commercial pilot licence and has not accumulated the

minimum experience required by CASAS.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should ensure the continuity of its safety oversight obligations through the recruitment of flight operations

inspectors with more experience, either from the industry or other CAAs and regional organizations, in order to be in

compliance with ICAO Doc 8335 minimum experience requirements. In addition, CASAS should amend its minimum

flight and work experience requirements for flight operations inspectors to match the ICAO guidance established in

Doc 8335.



COMMENTS BY ICAO:

The corrective action plan submitted by the State partially addresses this ICAO finding and recommendation. The

estimated implementation date is not commensurate with the risk associated with this finding.

Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-4-02

OPS/02SURINAME



4.075;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 CE-3 CE-4 CE-5 X CE-6 CE-7 CE-8

FINDING:

CASAS has published an Operations Inspector Handbook, which provides guidance material for its technical staff and

contains procedures and checklists for the different types of inspections and surveillance activities. Although some of

the guidance provided is recent, the Operations Inspector Handbook has not been updated since 2001. Furthermore, it

does not reflect the different inspector activities, such as international air transport operations, domestic air operations,

the safe transport of dangerous goods by air, accident prevention and flight safety programme, or the most recent

requirement for air operators to establish a safety management system (SMS).

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish a mechanism by which it ensures that the Operations Inspector Handbook, including

procedures and checklists, is amended periodically to keep pace with the latest amendments of the CARs. The

Operations Inspector Handbook should also provide proper guidance for the different functions and activities of the

CASAS inspectors, such as international air transport operations, domestic air operations, the safe transport of

dangerous goods by air, accident prevention and the establishment of a flight safety programme, and SMS.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-4-03

OPS/03SURINAME



4.109;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 CE-3 CE-4 CE-5 CE-6 X CE-7 CE-8

FINDING:

The Flight Safety Division (FSD) has not established a filing system or a documented process by which all documents

related to the certification process for obtaining an air operator certificate (AOC) are stored for review. The filing of

certification documents is not organized and the different phases involved in the certification of an air operator are not

clearly indicated in the files. In addition, some inspectors keep some of the cert if ication documents and fi les

personally, and do not follow any established procedures.

RECOMMENDATION:

The FSD should establish and implement a filing system or a documented process by which all documents related to

the certification process for obtaining an AOC are stored for review. The filing of certification documents should be

organized and the different phases involved in the certification of an air operator should be clearly indicated in the

files. In addition, all files should be kept under the control of the FSD and not personally by an inspector so as to be

available for review when needed.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-4-04

OPS/04SURINAME



4.121; 4.157; 4.189; 4.201; 4.203; 4.205;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has not established requirements in its CARs and does not ensure that air operators have implemented an SMS

or an accident prevention and flight safety programme. Although some air operators have started implementing an

SMS, no full implementation has been achieved to date. Furthermore, CASAS does not require the implementation of a

flight safety document system, either separately or in conjunction with the SMS. In addition, CASAS does not ensure

that all regulations on the contents of the operations manual, as part of the flight safety document system, are taken into

account, reviewed and implemented by the air operator before granting the AOC or any specific approval.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should promulgate requirements, and establish and implement a system to ensure that air operators:

a) establish a flight safety document system;

b) establish an SMS;

c) establish and maintain a flight data analysis programme as part of their SMS;

d) nominate a post holder responsible for the development and establishment of the air operator’s SMS, and clearly

define and document his/her functions and responsibilities in the flight safety document system;

e) ensure that the flight data analysis programme is non punitive and contains safeguards to protect the source(s) of

the data; and

f) ensure that all regulations on the contents of the operations manual, as part of the flight safety document system,

are taken into account, reviewed and implemented before granting the AOC or any specific approval.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-4-05

OPS/05SURINAME



4.183; 4.211; 4.221;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 CE-3 CE-4 CE-5 X CE-6 X CE-7 CE-8

FINDING:

CASAS has not developed procedures to verify that all applicable regulations are addressed in flight crew training

programmes and reviewed before granting the AOC or any specific approval of the air operator training programme.

In addition, CASAS does not ensure that:

a) an air operator has established in its training programmes the details of the initial and recurrent flight crew training

in accordance with the CARs; and

b) the air operator provides ground and flight training facilities, simulators and/or cockpit procedure training devices

(fixed-based simulator [FBS], computer-based training [CBT], etc.) and syllabus materials.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish and implement procedures to verify that all applicable regulations are addressed in flight crew

training programmes and reviewed before granting the AOC or any specific approval of the air operator training

programme.

In addition, CASAS should establish and implement a mechanism to ensure that:

a) an air operator has established in its training programmes the details of the initial and recurrent flight crew training

in accordance with the CARs; and

b) the air operator provides ground and flight training facilities, simulators and/or cockpit procedure training devices

(FBS, CBT, etc.) and syllabus materials.



COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-4-06

OPS/06SURINAME



4.153; 4.155; 4.223;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

Although Suriname has established requirements in its CARs, the FSD does not ensure that the air operator has

established in its operations manual:

a) instructions and training requirements for the avoidance of controlled flight into terrain (CFIT) and a policy for the

use of the ground proximity warning system (GPWS);

b) a policy, instructions, procedures and training requirements for the avoidance of collisions and the use of the

airborne collision avoidance system (ACAS); and

c) an ACAS training programme on ACAS-equipped aircraft.

RECOMMENDATION:

The FSD should establish and implement procedures to ensure that the air operator has established in its operations

manual:

a) instructions and training requirements for the avoidance of CFIT and a policy for the use of the GPWS;

b) a policy, instructions, procedures and training requirements for the avoidance of collisions and the use of the

ACAS; and

c) an ACAS training programme on ACAS-equipped aircraft.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-4-07

OPS/07SURINAME



4.325;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

The FSD does not ensure that the air operator ground handling responsibility is permanently maintained, when all or

part of the functions and tasks related to ground handling services have been contracted to a service provider.

RECOMMENDATION:

The FSD should establish and implement a mechanism to ensure that the air operator ground handling responsibility is

permanently maintained, when all or part of the functions and tasks related to ground handling services have been

contracted to a service provider.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-4-08

OPS/08SURINAME



4.335;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

Suriname has not designated and specified to ICAO the appropriate authority responsible for the transport of dangerous

goods by air.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should designate and specify to ICAO the appropriate authority responsible for the transport of dangerous

goods by air.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-4-09

OPS/09SURINAME



4.337; 4.339; 4.341;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 CE-3 X CE-4 X CE-5 CE-6 CE-7 CE-8

FINDING:

Although CASAS has one official nominated to administer the dangerous goods programme and to respond to queries

from air operators and shippers, it has not established appropriate job descriptions, functions and responsibilities for

this person in the Operations Inspector Handbook. In addition, dangerous goods training for the relevant CASAS

technical staff has not been provided to all inspectors concerned.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish adequate job descriptions, functions and responsibilities for its technical staff nominated to

administer the dangerous goods programme and to respond to queries from air operators and shippers; it should also

establish and implement a dangerous goods training programme for the relevant CASAS technical staff.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-4-10

OPS/10SURINAME



4.343; 4.357; 4.359; 4.361;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 CE-3 CE-4 CE-5 X CE-6 X CE-7 X CE-8

FINDING:

With respect to the safe transport of dangerous goods by air, CASAS has not established and implemented adequate

guidance for its dangerous goods inspectors and has not:

a) established and implemented inspection, surveillance and enforcement procedures to confirm compliance with

dangerous goods regulations in a systematic manner through regular and random inspections to confirm compliance

with Annex 18 to the Chicago Convention and the ICAO Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of

Dangerous Goods by Air (TI); and

b) ensured that initial and recurrent dangerous goods training programmes have been established and implemented by

the organizations or agencies which are involved in the transport of dangerous goods by air.

RECOMMENDATION:

With respect to the safe transport of dangerous goods by air, CASAS should establish and implement adequate

guidance for its dangerous goods inspectors and:

b) establish and implement inspection, surveil lance and enforcement procedures to confirm compliance with

dangerous goods regulations in a systematic manner through regular and random inspections of all entities involved

(handling companies, shippers and air operators) to confirm compliance with Annex 18 and the TI; and

c) ensure that initial and recurrent dangerous goods training programmes have been established and implemented by

the organizations or agencies which are involved in the transport of dangerous goods by air.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-4-11

OPS/11SURINAME



4.443; 4.445; 4.447; 4.449; 4.453;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 CE-3 CE-4 CE-5 CE-6 CE-7 X CE-8 X

FINDING:

Although CASAS has established inspection and surveillance policies and procedures, there were no surveillance

activities conducted by the Flight Operations Section during the first half of 2009. Furthermore, no systematic

surveillance is conducted to verify that all AOC holders and foreign air operators comply, on a continuing basis, with

national regulations, international standards, AOCs and corresponding operations specifications. Moreover, the

established surveillance programme does not make allowance for monitoring a commercial air transport operator’s

financial condition, and for monitoring unfavourable trends or for coordination with other sections. The Flight

Operations Section has not developed a systematic and organized mechanism to keep surveillance data available to

evaluate the effectiveness of inspection activities conducted.

RECOMMENDATION:

The FSD should:

a) ensure full implementation by the Flight Operations Section of its inspection and surveillance policies and

procedures in order to comply with its safety oversight responsibilities to verify that all AOC holders and foreign

air operators comply on a continuing basis with nat ional regulat ions, internat ional s tandards, AOCs and

corresponding operations specifications;

b) establish a surveillance programme to make allowance for monitoring a commercial air transport operator’s

financial condition, and for monitoring unfavourable trends;

c) ensure the surveillance policy and programme allow for coordination between the different departments or

directorates of the authority (transportation, finance, legal, operations, personnel licensing, airworthiness, etc.);

d) ensure that actions are taken if the deficiencies identified during the conduct of inspections are not rectified in a

timely manner; and

e) ensure the Flight Operations Section has implemented a documented process to take appropriate corrective actions,

up to and including enforcement measures, to resolve identified deficiencies and safety issues.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-5-01

AIR/01SURINAME


AIRWORTHINESS OF AIRCRAFT

5.105;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

The airworthiness inspectors have no access to updated design organization manuals and documentation to support the

certification and surveillance activities for some aircraft types on Suriname’s registry involving international air

transport operations. For instance, the Antonov An-28 manuals are not updated and, for access to the customized

manuals of the Boeing 737 of Surinam Airways, the CASAS password validation to the design organization website

has temporarily expired.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish and implement a mechanism to ensure that the airworthiness inspectors have access to

updated design organization manuals and documentation and continuing airworthiness information to support the

certification and surveillance activities for all aircraft types on Suriname’s registry involving international air transport

operations.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-5-02

AIR/02SURINAME



5.107; 5.127; 5.163; 5.215;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:

-Refer to Doc 9735, Appendix F for the document reference(s) associated with the protocol questions identified in this

finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has developed an Airworthiness Inspector Handbook (AIH) which contains certification and surveillance

procedures and checklists to assist inspectors in carrying out their functions in a standardized and efficient manner.

However, procedures in the handbook have not been implemented and some procedures have not been developed,

including:

a) procedures for the issuance of an aircraft registration certificate and for the maintenance of the aircraft register;

b) procedures and requirements for all aeroplanes to comply with the noise certification standards of Annex 16 to the

Chicago Convention, Volume I and for the noise certificate to be carried on board Surinamese aircraft; and

c) procedures for the granting or validation of noise certification.

In addition, CASAS is issuing its own mandatory airworthiness action (airworthiness directives [ADs]) on a product

for which it is not the State of Design as allowed in the CARs provisions, especially when the aircraft accident

investigation conclusions recommend a safety action. However, CASAS does not have an Airworthiness Engineering

Department, and has not established and implemented procedures for developing engineering data for the issuance of

ADs.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish and implement a mechanism to ensure that procedures in the AIH are implemented by its

airworthiness inspectors. CASAS should also ensure that the handbook includes, and inspectors implement, the

following:

a) procedures and requirements for all aeroplanes to comply with the noise certification standards of Annex 16,

Volume I and for the noise certificate to be carried on board Surinamese aircraft;

b) procedures for the granting or validation of noise certification attesting that an aircraft complies with State of

Design noise standards;

c) certification and surveillance procedures and checklists to assist the inspectors in carrying out their functions in a

standardized and efficient manner;

d) procedures for the issuance of an aircraft registration certificate and for the maintenance of the aircraft register in

order to ensure, for instance, the retention of completed aircraft registration files; and

e) procedures for the issuance of its own mandatory airworthiness action on a product for which it is not the State of

Design.




Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-5-02

AIR/02SURINAME



5.107; 5.127; 5.163; 5.215;

COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-5-03

AIR/03SURINAME



5.149; 5.151;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

In accordance with the CARs provisions, CASAS accepts the State of Design type certificate as the basis for the

issuance of a first certificate of airworthiness for an aircraft type. However, the related procedures have not been

developed and implemented.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should develop and implement procedures for the issuance of a first certificate of airworthiness for an aircraft

type.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-5-04

AIR/04SURINAME



5.175;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has established procedures for the approval of major modifications and repairs as the basis of the State of

Design approved data. However, the procedures have not been implemented.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should implement the procedures for the approval of major modifications and repairs to consistently ensure

that the technical data provided have been approved by the State responsible for the type design.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-5-05

AIR/05SURINAME



5.185;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has promulgated regulations for the validation of a certificate of airworthiness; however, the procedures and

checklists for this validation have not been developed and implemented.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should develop and implement procedures for the validation of a certificate of airworthiness.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-5-06

AIR/06SURINAME



5.189;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has developed procedures and checklists for the initial issuance/renewal of a certificate of airworthiness that

s ta tes document re ten t ion requi rements . However , CASAS i s no t r e t a in ing a l l r equ i red documents in the

Suriname-registered aircraft files.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish and implement a mechanism to retain all required documents for the initial issuance/renewal

of a certificate of airworthiness in all Surinamese aircraft files.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-5-07

AIR/07SURINAME



5.217;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 CE-3 CE-4 CE-5 CE-6 CE-7 CE-8 X

FINDING:

CASAS has promulgated provisions in the CARs requiring aircraft owners, AMOs and operators to submit reports on

aircraft failures, malfunctions, defects and other occurrences which cause or might cause adverse effects on the

continuing airworthiness of aircraft. In addition, a procedure for handling and processing reports on service difficulties

has been developed; however, this procedure has not been implemented and does not ensure review of these reports and

their submission to the State of Design and to the organization responsible for the type design.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should implement procedures for handling and processing reports on service difficulties, including procedures

for ensuring the review of aircraft failure, malfunction and defect reports and the submission of these reports to the

State of Design and to the organization responsible for the type design, as required by the CARs provisions.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-5-08

AIR/08SURINAME



5.235;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has promulgated regulations and developed procedures for the issuance of special flight permits; however, the

issued approvals do not contain all the pertinent information, including, that they are not valid for use in foreign

airspace unless validated by the foreign CAA over whose airspace the flight will be operated.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish means to ensure that all special flight permits and approval letters contain all the pertinent

information, including, that they are not valid for use in foreign airspace unless validated by the foreign CAA over

whose airspace the flight will be operated.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-5-09

AIR/09SURINAME



5.241; 5.243; 5.245;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 X CE-3 CE-4 CE-5 X CE-6 X CE-7 CE-8

FINDING:

CASAS issues airworthiness approvals for the export of aeronautical products, including aircraft; however, the

associated CARs provisions have not been establ ished, and related procedures have not been developed and

implemented.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should promulgate requirements, as well as develop and implement the related procedures for the issuance of

airworthiness approvals for the export of aeronautical products.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-5-10

AIR/10SURINAME



5.251; 5.253; 5.255;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has not developed and implemented procedures and industry guidelines for the reporting of unapproved parts

to type certificate holders and regulatory agencies, for the proper usage of parts removed from an aircraft no longer in

service and for the disposal of scrapped parts.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish and implement procedures and industry guidelines for the reporting of unapproved parts to

type certificate holders and regulatory agencies, for the proper usage of parts removed from an aircraft no longer in

service and for the disposal of scrapped parts.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-5-11

AIR/11SURINAME



5.267;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS does not review the maintenance contracts of the AOC holders who have elected to contract out all or part of

their maintenance, according to a developed procedure. As a result, some Suriname-registered aircraft, engines,

propellers and parts thereof, are being allowed to be maintained and released to service by a maintenance organization

not approved/accepted by CASAS.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should implement the procedures for review of the maintenance contracts of the AOC holders who have

elected to contract out all or part of their maintenance in order to ensure that all Suriname-registered aircraft, engines,

propellers and parts thereof, will be maintained and released to service by a CASAS approved/accepted maintenance

organization, as required by the CARs.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-5-12

AIR/12SURINAME



5.287;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has developed procedures for the review and acceptance of an operator’s maintenance control manual;

however, these procedures have not been implemented when issuing such acceptances, and the related acceptance

processes are not being recorded and retained.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should implement the procedures for the review and acceptance of an operator’s maintenance control manual

when issuing such acceptances, including the recording and retention of the related acceptance processes.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-5-13

AIR/13SURINAME



5.535;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has not promulgated a regulation for human factors principles to be observed in the design and application of

AOC holder aircraft maintenance programmes.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should promulgate a regulation for human factors principles to be observed in the design and application of

AOC holder aircraft maintenance programmes.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-5-14

AIR/14SURINAME



5.303; 5.307; 5.451; 5.453;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 X CE-3 CE-4 CE-5 CE-6 X CE-7 X CE-8 X

FINDING:

CASAS has developed procedures for the approval of aircraft maintenance programmes; however, these procedures

have not been implemented when issuing such approvals, and the related approval processes are not being recorded and

retained. In addition, regulations, guidelines and procedures have not been established and implemented to determine

the applicability, compliance and surveillance of an AOC holder reliability programme for the aircraft types involved in

international air transport operations and where the organization’s design maintenance programme was derived using

the process established by the maintenance review board.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should implement established procedures for the approval of aircraft maintenance programmes, including the

recording and retention of the related approval processes. In addition, CASAS should establish and implement

regulations, guidelines and procedures to determine the applicability, compliance and surveillance of an AOC holder

rel iabi l i ty programme for the aircraf t types involved in internat ional air t ransport operat ions and where the

organization’s design maintenance programme was derived using the process established by the maintenance review

board.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-5-15

AIR/15SURINAME



4.165; 5.333;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has established procedures for the approval of minimum equipment lists (MELs); however, the referred

procedures have not been implemented when issuing such approvals.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should implement its procedures for the approval of MELs.



COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-5-16

AIR/16SURINAME



5.343; 5.345;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has approved a Surinamese air carrier to operate a wet-leased aircraft with foreign registration marks in

international air transport operations; however, procedures have not been developed and implemented in order to

ensure that the signing of the maintenance release is considered and that the lease clearly defines who is responsible for

the airworthiness of the aircraft.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should develop and implement procedures in order to ensure that the signing of the maintenance release is

considered and that the lease clearly defines who is responsible for the airworthiness of the aircraft when approving an

air carrier to operate a wet-leased aircraft with foreign registration marks in international air transport operations.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-5-17

AIR/17SURINAME



5.371;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has not established requirements in the CARs, Part 6 and related procedures for Surinamese AMOs to

implement an SMS.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish and implement requirements in the CARs, Part 6 and related procedures to ensure the

implementation of an SMS by the Surinamese AMOs.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-5-18

AIR/18SURINAME



5.377; 5.397; 5.417; 5.429;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has established regulations and comprehensive related procedures and checklists for certifying an AMO and

renewing its certificate in a period of 24 months; however, CASAS issues and renews CARs, Part 6 AMO certificates

without ensuring compliance with some applicable regulations and related procedures. For instance, CASAS has

recently issued an AMO certificate without preparing and maintaining the related approval process, and does not

ensure that some AMOs comply with the technical data, equipment, tools and material, personal training programme

and maintenance procedures manual, in accordance with CARs, Part 6 requirements.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should implement the procedures and checklists to ensure compliance with all applicable requirements of the

CARs, Part 6 before the issuance or renewal of AMO certificates and should prepare and maintain the related approval

and renewal processes. In particular, CASAS should:

a) review the maintenance procedures manual as part of the approval process for a maintenance organization;

b) ensure that the AMO has the necessary technical data, equipment, tools and material; and

c) ensure that AMO employees receive init ial and recurrent training appropriate to their assigned tasks and

responsibilities.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-5-19

AIR/19SURINAME



5.443;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has established in the AIH, Part I (General) a surveillance policy/procedures for its airworthiness inspectors.

However, the procedures established do not include a categorization of findings in order to allow for the prioritization

of the corrective actions in a timely manner. In addition, CASAS has developed the Continued Surveillance Programme

2009 for the oversight of AOC holders and AMOs; however, this programme has not been implemented, and no audit

has been performed during the year. For instance, an AOC holder airworthiness audit has not been conducted for the

incorporation of a new aircraft type in international air transport, and airworthiness audits during 2008 have not

covered all applicable CARs requirements. Finally, CASAS has not established and implemented a periodic plan to

perform annual aircraft inspections for the renewal of the certificates of airworthiness.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should develop and implement a continued surveillance plan for the oversight of AOC holders, AMOs and the

renewal inspections for the aircraft certificates of airworthiness for a specific period to cover all applicable CARs

requirements, including performing the AOC holder airworthiness audit for the incorporation of a new aircraft type in

the operations specifications. In addition, CASAS should include procedures for the categorization of findings and

disclose them to the industry, in order to allow for the prioritization of the corrective actions in the resolution of safety

deficiencies in a timely manner.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-5-20

AIR/20SURINAME



5.445;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has established in the AIH, Part 1 (General) and in the CASAS Enforcement Manual, procedures to ensure

through a documented process, that the safety deficiencies identified from the certification and surveillance activities

are rectified in a timely manner, including follow-up procedures and enforcement measures. However, these procedures

have not been implemented.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should implement the procedures in order to ensure, through a documented process, that the safety deficiencies

identified from the certification and surveillance activities are rectified in a timely manner, including the follow-up and

enforcement measures procedures.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-01

AIG/01SURINAME


AIRCRAFT ACCIDENT AND INCIDENT INVESTIGATION

6.001; 6.003; 6.005; 6.009; 6.011; 6.013; 6.021; 6.023; 6.025;

6.027; 6.029; 6.031; 6.033; 6.035; 6.355; 6.359; 6.365; 6.371;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 X CE-2 X CE-3 CE-4 CE-5 X CE-6 CE-7 CE-8

FINDING:

Article 18 of the Civil Aviation Safety and Security Act establishes that:

a) the Attorney General shall appoint a commission and adopt procedures to conduct an investigation into the

circumstances of any aircraft accident in Suriname;

b) no aircraft or component thereof involved in an accident or incident is to be moved from the place of the accident,

without prior permission thereto of the Attorney General, unless such is done to prevent harm to an individual; and

c) the purpose of an investigation into an accident or incident shall be to determine the circumstances and probable

causes.

Considering that the commission appointed to conduct an accident investigation will be composed of members of

several organizations including the Police, that the CARs, Part 14 do not apply to the Attorney General, and that the

main duty of the Attorney General is related to the proceedings to apportion blame and liability, the technical accident

investigations in Suriname are not separate from the judicial proceedings and do not comply with the provisions of

Annex 13 to the Chicago Convention.

Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-01

AIG/01SURINAME



6.001; 6.003; 6.005; 6.009; 6.011; 6.013; 6.021; 6.023; 6.025;

6.027; 6.029; 6.031; 6.033; 6.035; 6.355; 6.359; 6.365; 6.371;

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should amend the existing legislation to designate a specific agency, commission, board or other body within

the State to institute aircraft accident and serious incident investigations that are separate from the judicial proceedings,

with the sole objective of accident prevention and not to apportion blame or liability. Furthermore, Suriname should

ensure, either directly or through regulations:

a) that this agency, commission, board or other body shall comply with the provisions of Annex 13;

b) that the investigator-in-charge (IIC) shall have unhampered access to and control over the scene of the accident, the

wreckage and relevant material/evidence, including flight recorders and air traffic services (ATS) records;

c) that the IIC shall have the right to carry out a detailed examination of relevant material/evidence without delay and

to take statements from witnesses;

d) provisions for the non-disclosure of certain records for purposes other than accident or incident investigation,

including:

1) cockpit voice recorder (CVR) recordings;

2) statements taken from persons by the investigation authorities in the course of the investigation;

3) communications between persons having been involved in the operation of the aircraft;

4) medical or private information regarding persons involved in the accident or incident;

5) recordings and transcriptions of recordings from air traffic control units;

6) opinions expressed in the analysis of information, including flight recorder information; and

7) any record not relevant to the analysis of the accident or incident;

e) provisions for the participation of accredited representatives, under the control of the IIC, in all aspects of the

investigation, being entitled to:

1) visit the scene of the accident;

2) examine the wreckage;

3) obtain witness information and suggest areas of questioning;

4) have full access to all relevant evidence as soon as possible;

5) receive copies of all pertinent documents;

6) participate in read-outs of recorded media; and

7) participate in off-scene investigative activities such as component examinations, technical briefings, tests and

simulations;

f) provisions for the participation of experts of States which have special interest in an accident by virtue of fatalities

or serious injuries to its citizens, being entitled to:

1) visit the scene of the accident;

2) have access to the relevant factual information;

3) participate in the identification of the victims;

4) assist in questioning surviving passengers who are citizens of the State; and

5) receive a copy of the final report;

g) coordination between the IIC and the judicial authorities;

h) provisions for the re-opening of an investigation if new and significant evidence becomes available; and

i) provisions to protect the evidence and maintain safe custody of the aircraft and its contents for such a period as

may be necessary for the purposes of an investigation, including protection against further damage, access by

unauthorized persons, pilfering or deterioration.

Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-01

AIG/01SURINAME



6.001; 6.003; 6.005; 6.009; 6.011; 6.013; 6.021; 6.023; 6.025;

6.027; 6.029; 6.031; 6.033; 6.035; 6.355; 6.359; 6.365; 6.371;




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-02

AIG/02SURINAME



6.015; 6.017;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

Suriname has developed procedures for the amendment of its accident and serious incident investigation enabling

regulations and national standards, as well as for identifying and notifying differences, if any, to ICAO. However, these

procedures have not been implemented.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should implement the procedures for the amendment of its accident and serious incident investigation

enabling regulations and national standards, as well as for identifying and notifying differences, if any, to ICAO.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-03

AIG/03SURINAME



6.101;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

The CASAS Accident and Incident Investigation Policies and Procedures Manual establishes an organizational

structure for the conduct of accident and incident investigation. However, this manual does not apply entirely to the

investigation of accidents, since the Attorney General is the authority responsible for instituting any accident

investigation in Suriname.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should amend its legislation in order to effectively establish an organizational structure for the investigation

of aircraft accidents and serious incidents.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-04

AIG/04SURINAME



6.111;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has its own personnel identified and charged with aircraft accident and serious incident investigation duties.

However, not all of them are appropriately qualified.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should provide sufficient and appropriate qualification to all its personnel identified and charged with aircraft

accident and serious incident investigation duties.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-05

AIG/05SURINAME



6.115;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS does not have sufficient human resources to meet its national and international obligations related to aircraft

accident investigations.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should provide the authority in charge of investigations with sufficient human resources to meet its national

and international obligations related to aircraft accident investigations.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-06

AIG/06SURINAME



6.117; 6.119; 6.123; 6.127; 6.131;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 CE-3 X CE-4 X CE-5 CE-6 CE-7 CE-8

FINDING:

CASAS has not established a job description for each investigator post, and the minimum qualification and experience

requirements for aircraft accident investigators established in the Accident and Incident Investigation Policies and

Procedures Manual have not been fully implemented. In addit ion, al though CASAS has established a training

programme detailing what type of training should be provided to its investigators, it does not provide investigators with

training related to safety at the accident site and does not include accident and incident investigation-related activities

during OJT. Moreover, the programme has not been implemented.

RECOMMENDATION:

The authority in charge of investigations should establish a job description for each investigator post, and the minimum

qualification and experience requirements for aircraft accident investigators established in the Accident and Incident

Investigation Policies and Procedures Manual should be implemented. Additionally, the authority in charge of

investigations should revise and implement its training programme in order to provide investigators with training

related to safety at the accident site and include accident and incident investigation-related activities during OJT.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-07

AIG/07SURINAME



6.121;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

Suriname has not established a means to ensure that the proper delegation of authority is provided to the various

participants in the investigation.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should establish a means to ensure that the proper delegation of authority is provided to the various

participants in the investigation.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-08

AIG/08SURINAME



6.133; 6.135;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS uses its own experts as investigators; however, it has not established measures to relieve these experts of their

regular duties during the investigation, so as to avoid possible conflicts of interest.

RECOMMENDATION:

The authority in charge of investigations should establish measures to relieve CASAS experts of their regular duties

during the investigation in order to avoid possible conflicts of interest.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-09

AIG/09SURINAME



6.205; 6.207;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has not established guidelines to ensure that investigators have their investigation field kits and essential

personal items packed and ready to proceed without delay to the accident site. In addition, CASAS does not provide

investigators with protective equipment, such as: protective overalls, hard hats, goggles, face masks and protective

clothing to protect against biological hazards.

RECOMMENDATION:

The authority in charge of investigations should establish guidelines to ensure that investigators have their investigation

field kits and essential personal items packed and ready to proceed without delay to the accident site, including the

provision of protective equipment, such as: protective overalls, hard hats, goggles, face masks and protective clothing

to protect the investigators against biological hazards.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-10

AIG/10SURINAME



6.301;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

Suriname has not established a policy to ensure that aircraft accident investigations falling under its responsibility,

including major accident investigations, are effectively carried out.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should establish a policy to ensure that aircraft incident investigations falling under its responsibility are

effectively carried out.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-11

AIG/11SURINAME



6.313;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

Suriname has provided ICAO with contact information for the Permanent Secretary of the Minister in charge of

aviation. However, the Permanent Secretary is not the investigation authority. In addition, there is no operational

contact, especially after working hours.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should provide ICAO with all relevant contact information of i ts accident and incident investigation

authority, including a contact that remains operational 24 hours per day.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-12

AIG/12SURINAME



6.315;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has established a process to deal with notifications of accidents and incidents forwarded within Suriname

during office hours. However, this process is not comprehensive and does not deal with notifications outside office

hours.

RECOMMENDATION:

The authority in charge of investigations should establish a process to deal with notifications of accidents and incidents

forwarded within Suriname or by other States during office hours, as well as outside office hours.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-13

AIG/13SURINAME



6.317; 6.319; 6.321; 6.323; 6.325; 6.327; 6.329;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

Suriname has not implemented procedures to ensure that:

a) as the State of Occurrence, the accident/serious incident notifications are forwarded to other States involved and,

when applicable, to ICAO;

b) the accident/serious incident notifications are forwarded to the States involved and, when applicable, to ICAO in

the following situations where it is not the State of Occurrence:

1) as the State of Registry, in the case of an occurrence in a non-Contracting State or outside the territory of any

State; and

2) as the State of Registry or the State of the Operator, when the State of Occurrence is not aware of a serious

incident;

c) the notification is forwarded in a timely manner;

d) the format and content of the notification is clear and concise, prepared in one of the ICAO working languages,

taking into account the language of the recipient(s), and contains all available information;

e) it informs the State conducting the investigation whether it intends to appoint an accredited representative and, if

so, it provides the associated details;

f) it provides the State conducting the investigation with, as applicable, any relevant information regarding the

aircraft and flight crew involved in an accident or serious incident as soon as possible; and

g) as the State of the Operator, it provides the State conducting the investigation with the details of dangerous goods

on board the aircraft with a minimum of delay and by the most suitable and quickest means available.

Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-13

AIG/13SURINAME



6.317; 6.319; 6.321; 6.323; 6.325; 6.327; 6.329;

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should implement procedures to ensure that:

a) as the State of Occurrence, the accident/serious incident notifications are forwarded to other States involved and,

when applicable, to ICAO;

b) the accident/serious incident notifications are forwarded to the States involved and, when applicable, to ICAO in

the following situations where it is not the State of Occurrence:

1) as the State of Registry, in the case of an occurrence in a non-Contracting State or outside the territory of any

State; and

2) as the State of Registry or the State of the Operator, when the State of Occurrence is not aware of a serious

incident;

c) the notification is forwarded in a timely manner;

d) the format and content of the notification is clear and concise, prepared in one of the ICAO working languages,

taking into account the language of the recipient(s), and contains all available information;

e) it informs the State conducting the investigation whether it intends to appoint an accredited representative and, if

so, it provides the associated details;

f) it provides the State conducting the investigation with, as applicable, any relevant information regarding the

aircraft and flight crew involved in an accident or serious incident as soon as possible; and

g) as the State of the Operator, it provides the State conducting the investigation with the details of dangerous goods

on board the aircraft with a minimum of delay and by the most suitable and quickest means available.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-14

AIG/14SURINAME



6.343; 6.345;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

Suriname has not established and implemented processes for investigating serious incidents and the various types of

accidents.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should establish and implement processes for investigating serious incidents and the various types of

accidents.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-15

AIG/15SURINAME



6.351; 6.353; 6.367; 6.377; 6.379;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

Suriname has not established and implemented guidance material to ensure:

a) that at least one experienced investigator is assigned to each investigation to provide the required level of

experience during an investigation;

b) the preservation of each evidence of a transitory nature of the wreckage through photography or other appropriate

means;

c) that it allows advisers assisting accredited representatives to participate in an investigation to the extent necessary

to make the representatives’ participation effective;

d) that, when needed, expeditious medical examination of the flight crew, passengers and aviation personnel involved

is conducted by a physician; and

e) that, when needed, examination or testing of aircraft parts or components will be carried out in a thorough manner.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should establish and implement guidance material to ensure:

a) that at least one experienced investigator is assigned to each investigation to provide the required level of

experience during an investigation;

b) the preservation of each evidence of a transitory nature of the wreckage through photography or other appropriate

means;

c) that it allows advisers assisting accredited representatives to participate in an investigation to the extent necessary

to make the representatives’ participation effective;

d) that, when needed, expeditious medical examination of the flight crew, passengers and aviation personnel involved

is conducted by a physician; and

e) that, when needed, examination or testing of aircraft parts or components will be carried out in a thorough manner.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-16

AIG/16SURINAME



6.347; 6.357; 6.361; 6.363; 6.369; 6.381;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

Suriname has not established and implemented procedures to ensure:

a) that it informs the aviation security authorities immediately if an act of unlawful interference was involved or is

suspected;

b) that in the event of an accident or serious incident, all air traffic services communication recordings and documents

associated with the flight are secured and placed in safekeeping;

c) timely read-out of the flight recorders, and the analysis of the data contained therein;

d) that it complies with the provisions contained in Attachment D to Annex 13 to the Chicago Convention regarding

the choice of the read-out facility and the participation of the State of Design/Manufacture and the State of the

Operator in the flight recorder read-out and analysis activities;

e) that, as the State conducting the investigation, it invites to participate in the investigation:

1) the operator, when neither the State of Registry nor the State of the Operator appoints an accredi ted

representative; and

2) the organizations responsible for the type design and the final assembly of the aircraft, when neither the State

of Design nor the State of Manufacture appoints accredited representatives; and

f) that relevant and timely information on the progress of the investigation will be provided to the families and

accident survivors.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should establish and implement procedures to ensure:

a) that it informs the aviation security authorities immediately if an act of unlawful interference was involved or is

suspected;

b) that in the event of an accident or serious incident, all air traffic services communication recordings and documents

associated with the flight are secured and placed in safekeeping;

c) timely read-out of the flight recorders, and the analysis of the data contained therein;

d) that it complies with the provisions contained in Attachment D to Annex 13 regarding the choice of the read-out

facility and the participation of the State of Design/Manufacture and the State of the Operator in the flight recorder

read-out and analysis activities;

e) that, as the State conducting the investigation, it invites to participate in the investigation:

1) the operator, when neither the State of Registry nor the State of the Operator appoints an accredi ted

representative; and

2) the organizations responsible for the type design and the final assembly of the aircraft, when neither the State

of Design nor the State of Manufacture appoints accredited representatives; and

f) that relevant and timely information on the progress of the investigation will be provided to the families and

accident survivors.

Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-16

AIG/16SURINAME



6.347; 6.357; 6.361; 6.363; 6.369; 6.381;




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-17

AIG/17SURINAME



6.391; 6.393; 6.395; 6.397;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

Suriname has not established and implemented procedures to ensure that:

a) it provides the State conducting an investigation with all the information and elements required throughout the

investigation process;

b) it appoints an accredited representative, in particular, when specifically requested to do so by the State conducting

an investigation (for an accident to an aircraft of a maximum mass of over 2.250 kg);

c) it appoints advisers proposed, as applicable, by the operator or by the organizations responsible for the type design

and the final assembly of the aircraft; and

d) as a State having suffered fatalities or serious injuries to its citizens, it agrees to send an expert to the State of

Occurrence.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should establish and implement procedures to ensure that:

a) it provides the State conducting an investigation with all the information and elements required throughout the

investigation process;

b) it appoints an accredited representative, in particular, when specifically requested to do so by the State conducting

an investigation (for an accident to an aircraft of a maximum mass of over 2.250 kg);

c) it appoints advisers proposed, as applicable, by the operator or by the organizations responsible for the type design

and the final assembly of the aircraft; and

d) as a State having suffered fatalities or serious injuries to its citizens, it agrees to send an expert to the State of

Occurrence.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-18

AIG/18SURINAME



6.401; 6.403; 6.405; 6.407; 6.409; 6.411; 6.413; 6.415; 6.417;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

Suriname has not established and implemented procedures to ensure:

a) that final reports are completed and released for all aircraft accidents and serious incidents;

b) that the format of the final report complies with the provisions contained in the Appendix to Annex 13 to the

Chicago Convention;

c) the release of the final report as soon as possible;

d) the consultation on the draft final report with all States which participated in the investigation, inviting their

substantiated comments on the report within sixty days from the date of the transmittal letter;

e) that a copy of the draft final report is sent for comment:

1) through the State of the Operator to the operator; and

2) through the State of Design and State of Manufacture to the organizations responsible for the type design and

the final assembly of the aircraft;

f) that it will either amend the draft final report to include the substance of the comments received or, if desired by

the State which provided the comments, append the comments to the final report;

g) that it sends the final report to all States involved, including any State having suffered fatalities or serious injuries

to its citizens and any State which provided relevant information, significant facilities or experts;

h) that it sends the final report to ICAO for all investigated accidents and incidents when the aircraft is of a mass of

over 5.700 kg; and

i) the prevention of circulation, publishing, or giving unauthorized access to a draft report or any part thereof, or any

documents obtained during an investigation without the express consent of the State which conducted the

investigation, unless such reports or documents have been already published or released by that latter State.

Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-18

AIG/18SURINAME



6.401; 6.403; 6.405; 6.407; 6.409; 6.411; 6.413; 6.415; 6.417;

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should establish and implement procedures to ensure:

a) that final reports are completed and released for all aircraft accidents and serious incidents;

b) that the format of the final report complies with the provisions contained in the Appendix to Annex 13;

c) the release of the final report as soon as possible;

d) the consultation on the draft final report with all States which participated in the investigation, inviting their

substantiated comments on the report within sixty days from the date of the transmittal letter;

e) that a copy of the draft final report is sent for comment:

1) through the State of the Operator to the operator; and

2) through the State of Design and State of Manufacture to the organizations responsible for the type design and

the final assembly of the aircraft;

f) that it will either amend the draft final report to include the substance of the comments received or, if desired by

the State which provided the comments, append the comments to the final report;

g) that it sends the final report to all States involved, including any State having suffered fatalities or serious injuries

to its citizens and any State which provided relevant information, significant facilities or experts;

h) that it sends the final report to ICAO for all investigated accidents and incidents when the aircraft is of a mass of

over 5.700 kg; and

i) the prevention of circulation, publishing, or giving unauthorized access to a draft report or any part thereof, or any

documents obtained during an investigation without the express consent of the State which conducted the

investigation, unless such reports or documents have been already published or released by that latter State.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-19

AIG/19SURINAME



6.421; 6.423; 6.425;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

Suriname has not established and implemented procedures to ensure that:

a) as the State conducting the investigation, it recommends to the appropriate authorities, including those in other

States, any preventive action which it considers necessary to be taken promptly to enhance aviation safety at any

stage of an accident or incident investigation;

b) as the State conducting the investigation, it addresses, when appropriate, any safety recommendations arising from

its investigations to accident investigation authorities in other State(s) concerned and, when ICAO documents are

involved, to ICAO; and

c) as the State receiving safety recommendations from other States, it informs the proposing State of the preventive

action taken or under consideration or the reasons why no action will be taken.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should establish and implement procedures to ensure that:

a) as the State conducting the investigation, it recommends to the appropriate authorities, including those in other

States, any preventive action which it considers necessary to be taken promptly to enhance aviation safety at any

stage of an accident or incident investigation;

b) as the State conducting the investigation, it addresses, when appropriate, any safety recommendations arising from

its investigations to accident investigation authorities in other State(s) concerned and, when ICAO documents are

involved, to ICAO; and

c) as the State receiving safety recommendations from other States, it informs the proposing State of the preventive

action taken or under consideration or the reasons why no action will be taken.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-20

AIG/20SURINAME



6.431; 6.433; 6.435; 6.437;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

Suriname has not, as the State conducting the investigation, established and implemented procedures to ensure that:

a) it sends preliminary reports, when the aircraft involved in an accident is of a maximum mass of over 2.250 kg, to

all involved States and ICAO;

b) preliminary reports are submitted in one of the working languages of ICAO;

c) it sends accident data reports to ICAO, involving aircraft of a maximum mass of over 2.250 kg, as soon as

practicable after the investigation; and

d) it sends incident data reports to ICAO for investigations into incidents to aircraft of a maximum mass of over 5.700

kg.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should, as the State conducting the investigation, establish and implement procedures to ensure that:

a) it sends preliminary reports, when the aircraft involved in an accident is of a maximum mass of over 2.250 kg, to

all involved States and ICAO;

b) preliminary reports are submitted in one of the working languages of ICAO;

c) it sends accident data reports to ICAO, involving aircraft of a maximum mass of over 2.250 kg, as soon as

practicable after the investigation; and

d) it sends incident data reports to ICAO for investigations into incidents to aircraft of a maximum mass of over 5.700

kg.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-21

AIG/21SURINAME



6.503; 6.505;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 X CE-3 CE-4 CE-5 CE-6 CE-7 CE-8 X

FINDING:

Suriname has not established and implemented a voluntary occurrence reporting system, managed at the State level, to

facilitate the collection of information that may not be captured by a mandatory incident reporting system.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should establish and implement a voluntary occurrence reporting system, managed at the State level, to

facilitate the collection of information that may not be captured by a mandatory incident reporting system, based on

appropriate legislation and procedures for ensuring it is non punitive and for protecting the sources of information.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-6-22

AIG/22SURINAME



6.507; 6.511;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has established an accident database for facilitating the effective analysis of information obtained. However,

the database does not contain all incident data. In addition, CASAS does not analyse the information contained in its

accident/incident reports and the database to determine any preventive actions required.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish an accident and incident database containing all information available, for facilitating the

effective analysis of information obtained to determine any preventive actions required.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-7-01

ANS/01SURINAME


AIR NAVIGATION SERVICES

7.133; 7.155; 7.189;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has not promulgated regulations to:

a) specify communications requirements in accordance with the provisions of Annex 11 to the Chicago Convention;

b) require the ATS provider to establish procedures to assist and to safeguard stray or unidentified aircraft; and

c) require the establishment and implementation of a runway safety programme.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should promulgate regulations to:

a) specify communications requirements in accordance with the provisions of Annex 11;

b) require the ATS provider to establish procedures to assist and to safeguard stray or unidentified aircraft; and

c) require the establishment and implementation of a runway safety programme.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-7-02

ANS/02SURINAME



7.033; 7.035; 7.063;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 CE-3 X CE-4 CE-5 CE-6 CE-7 X CE-8

FINDING:

CASAS has established a safety oversight system for ensuring the effective implementation of a safety-related policy

and procedures in the air navigation field. However, it has not been implemented. In addition, no other mechanism is

being used to oversee, in an objective manner, that the entity responsible for the provision of air navigation services

(ANS) is effectively implementing a safety-related policy and procedures. Furthermore, no formal surveillance

programme has been established for the continuing supervision of the service provider responsible for ATS.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish means to ensure the effective implementation of the safety oversight system that it has

developed in the air navigation field to ensure, in an objective manner, that the entity responsible for the provision of

ANS is effectively implementing a safety-related policy and procedures. In addition, CASAS should establish and

implement a formal surveillance programme for the continuing supervision of the service provider responsible for ATS.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-7-03

ANS/03SURINAME



7.045; 7.119;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 CE-3 CE-4 CE-5 CE-6 CE-7 X CE-8 X

FINDING:

CASAS has not established a mechanism for the review and elimination of deficiencies identif ied within the

framework of Planning and Implementation Regional Groups (PIRGs). In addition, it has not ensured that Annex 11 to

the Chicago Convention requirements for read-back of the safety-related parts and other relevant information of air

traffic control (ATC) clearances and instructions are adhered to.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish a mechanism for the review and elimination of deficiencies identified within the framework of

PIRGs. In addition, CASAS should ensure that Annex 11 requirements for read-back of the safety-related parts and

other relevant information of ATC clearances and instructions are adhered to.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-7-04

ANS/04SURINAME



7.159;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has not ensured that ATC contingency procedures are established for:

a) radio communications contingencies;

b) emergency separation;

c) short-term conflict alert (STCA); and

d) minimum safe altitude warning (MSAW).

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish a mechanism to ensure that ATC contingency procedures are established for:

a) radio communications contingencies;

b) emergency separation;

c) STCA; and

d) MSAW.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-7-05

ANS/05SURINAME



7.161; 7.163; 7.165; 7.167; 7.169; 7.171; 7.173; 7.175; 7.177;

7.179; 7.181;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 X CE-3 X CE-4 CE-5 X CE-6 X CE-7 X CE-8

FINDING:

Suriname has not implemented an ATS safety programme, taking into account the following requirements:

a) identification of resources to support implementation of a systematic and appropriate ATS safety programme;

b) development of guidelines to implement a systematic and appropriate ATS safety programme;

c) establishment of a requirement for ATS providers to implement an SMS;

d) acceptance of the SMS established by ATS providers;

e) the need to carry out oversight of the ATS SMS;

f) establishment of the criteria to determine safety performance indicators and safety performance targets to be used

in monitoring safety performance, as well as in assessing safety-related change to the ATS system;

g) the need to ensure that the SMS established by the ATS providers is characterized by a proactive approach;

h) the inclusion of provisions for safety assessment to be carried out for any safety-related change to the ATC system

in the SMS developed by the ATS providers;

i) adequate provision for post-implementation monitoring to verify that the defined level of safety continues to be

met; and

j) inclusion of clearly-defined lines of responsibility in the SMS developed by the ATS providers, including direct

accountability for safety on the part of senior management.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should implement an ATS safety programme, taking into account the following requirements:

a) identification of resources to support implementation of a systematic and appropriate ATS safety programme;

b) development of guidelines to implement a systematic and appropriate ATS safety programme;

c) establishment of a requirement for ATS providers to implement an SMS;

d) acceptance of the SMS established by ATS providers;

e) the need to carry out oversight of the ATS SMS;

f) establishment of the criteria to determine safety performance indicators and safety performance targets to be used

in monitoring safety performance, as well as in assessing safety-related change to the ATS system;


h) the inclusion of provisions for safety assessment to be carried out for any safety-related change to the ATC system

in the SMS developed by the ATS providers;

i) adequate provision for post-implementation monitoring to verify that the defined level of safety continues to be

met; and

j) inclusion of clearly-defined lines of responsibility in the SMS developed by the ATS providers, including direct

accountability for safety on the part of senior management.

Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-7-05

ANS/05SURINAME



7.161; 7.163; 7.165; 7.167; 7.169; 7.171; 7.173; 7.175; 7.177;

7.179; 7.181;




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-7-06

ANS/06SURINAME



7.201; 7.227; 7.249; 7.253;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 X CE-3 CE-4 CE-5 X CE-6 CE-7 X CE-8

FINDING:

CASAS has not:

a) promulgated regulatory criteria as a basis for procedure design in accordance with ICAO PANS-OPS provisions;

b) ensured that the entity responsible for PANS-OPS develops procedures in accordance with the criteria promulgated

by the State;

c) developed procedures for the establishment of aerodrome operating minima; and

d) ensured that the ent i ty responsible for developing the f l ight procedures publishes the obstacle clearance

altitude/height (OCA/H).

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should:

a) promulgate regulatory criteria as a basis for procedure design in accordance with ICAO PANS-OPS provisions;

b) establish means to ensure that the entity responsible for PANS-OPS develops procedures in accordance with the

criteria promulgated by the State;

c) develop and implement procedures for the establishment of aerodrome operating minima; and

d) establish means to ensure that the entity responsible for developing the flight procedures publishes the OCA/H.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-7-07

ANS/07SURINAME



7.203; 7.205; 7.207; 7.231; 7.233; 7.271; 7.273; 7.275; 7.287;

7.289; 7.327; 7.329; 7.331; 7.343; 7.345; 7.375; 7.377; 7.379; 7.391;

7.395; 7.419; 7.421; 7.423; 7.435; 7.437; 7.489; 7.491; 7.493; 7.505;

7.507;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 CE-3 X CE-4 X CE-5 CE-6 CE-7 X CE-8 X

FINDING:

CASAS has not established a safety oversight system for the ANS areas of PANS-OPS, AIS, MAP, CNS, MET and

SAR which includes:

a) clearly defined functions and responsibilities of inspectorate staff;

b) job descriptions for inspectorate staff;

c) minimum qualification and experience requirements; and

d) establishing a mechanism/system with a time frame for the elimination of deficiencies identified.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish and implement a safety oversight system for the ANS areas of PANS-OPS, AIS, MAP, CNS,

MET and SAR which includes:

a) clearly defined functions and responsibilities of inspectorate staff;

b) job descriptions for inspectorate staff;

c) minimum qualification and experience requirements; and

d) establishing a mechanism/system with a time frame for the elimination of deficiencies identified.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-7-08

ANS/08SURINAME



7.221; 7.223; 7.229; 7.241; 7.243; 7.245; 7.255;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 CE-3 X CE-4 CE-5 CE-6 X CE-7 X CE-8

FINDING:

Suriname has not established a flight procedures design office or entity to oversee the process of development and

maintenance of visual and instrument flight procedures. Furthermore, Suriname has not delegated the responsibility for

oversight of the process of development and maintenance of visual and instrument flight procedures to an agency,

another Contracting State or group of States. In addition, Suriname has not:

a) established minimum qualification requirements for procedures specialists and/or service providers who are

responsible for the design of flight procedures;

b) ensured that PANS-OPS service providers develop a training programme for PANS-OPS technical staff;

c) ensured that the PANS-OPS service provider has developed job descriptions for its technical staff;

d) ensured that PANS-OPS service providers maintain training records for PANS-OPS technical staff; and

e) ensured that all procedure design documentation is retained to allow correction of any data anomalies or errors

found during the production, maintenance or operational use of the procedure.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should establish a flight procedures design office or entity to oversee the process of development and

maintenance of visual and instrument flight procedures, or delegate the responsibility for oversight of the process of

development and maintenance of visual and instrument flight procedures to an agency, another Contracting State or

group of States. In addition, Suriname should:

a) establish minimum qualification requirements for procedures specialists and/or service providers who are

responsible for the design of flight procedures;

b) ensure that PANS-OPS service providers develop a training programme for PANS-OPS technical staff;

c) ensure that the PANS-OPS service provider has developed job descriptions for its technical staff;

d) ensure that PANS-OPS service providers maintain training records for PANS-OPS technical staff; and

e) ensure that all procedure design documentation is retained to allow correction of any data anomalies or errors

found during the production, maintenance or operational use of the procedure.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-7-09

ANS/09SURINAME



7.267; 7.451;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 CE-3 CE-4 CE-5 CE-6 X CE-7 X CE-8

FINDING:

CASAS does not ensure that a properly organized quality system for the provision of AIS and MET services is

established in accordance with the provisions of Annexes 3 and 15 to the Chicago Convention.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish a mechanism to ensure that a properly organized quality system for the provision of AIS and

MET services is established in accordance with the provisions of Annexes 3 and 15.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-7-10

ANS/10SURINAME



7.087; 7.303; 7.353; 7.403; 7.455; 7.533;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS does not ensure that ATS, AIS, MET, CNS, SAR and cartographic service providers develop a training

programme for their technical staff.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish a mechanism to ensure that ATS, AIS, MET, CNS, SAR and cartographic service providers

develop a training programme for their technical staff.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-7-11

ANS/11SURINAME



7.311; 7.359; 7.361;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

Suriname has not established a mechanism to ensure that aeronautical data quality requirements, related to publication,

resolution and data integrity, are in accordance with the provisions of Annex 15 to the Chicago Convention, Appendix

7, Tables A7-1 to A7-5, and that the data integrity and charting resolution are in accordance with the provisions of

Tables 1 to 5 in Appendix 6 of Annex 4 to the Chicago Convention. In addition, Suriname does not ensure that the

information provided and the aeronautical charts made available are comprehensive and accurate and that they are

maintained up to date by a revision service.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should establish a mechanism to ensure that aeronautical data quality requirements, related to publication,

resolution, data integrity and charting, are in accordance with the provisions of Annex 15, Appendix 7, Tables A7-1 to

A7-5 and Tables 1 to 5 in Appendix 6 of Annex 4. In addition, Suriname should ensure that the information provided

and the aeronautical charts made available are comprehensive and accurate and that they are maintained up to date by a

revision service.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-7-12

ANS/12SURINAME



7.321; 7.323; 7.351; 7.355;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 CE-3 X CE-4 CE-5 CE-6 X CE-7 X CE-8

FINDING:

Suriname has not:

a) established a cartographic service and has not arranged for charts production by another Contracting State or an

agency;

b) established a mechanism to ensure that the cartographic service provider has developed job descriptions for its

cartographic technical staff; and

c) established a mechanism to ensure that cartographic service providers maintain training records for cartographic

technical staff.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should:

a) establish a cartographic service or arrange for charts production by another Contracting State or an agency;

b) establish a mechanism to ensure that the cartographic service provider has developed job descriptions for its

cartographic technical staff; and

c) establish a mechanism to ensure that cartographic service providers maintain training records for cartographic

technical staff.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-7-13

ANS/13SURINAME



7.393; 7.401;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

Flight inspections are being periodically conducted. However, CASAS does not ensure that requirements for flight

inspection are established. In addition, it does not ensure that the entity operating CNS systems and facilities has

developed job descriptions for its technical staff.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should ensure that requirements for periodic flight inspection are established. In addition, it should ensure that

the entity operating CNS systems and facilities has developed job descriptions for its technical staff.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-7-14

ANS/14SURINAME



7.459; 7.461; 7.463; 7.465; 7.475;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 CE-3 CE-4 CE-5 X CE-6 X CE-7 X CE-8

FINDING:

CASAS has not ensured that:

a) the wind sensors for local routine reports are appropriately sited to give the best practicable indication of

conditions along the runway/touchdown zone;

b) MET watch offices issue information concerning en-route weather phenomena which may affect the safety of

aircraft operations (SIGMET) messages, including those for volcanic ash and tropical cyclones;

c) provisions related to special air-reports, including those for volcanic ash, are being adhered to concerning their

relay to the relevant MET offices;

d) MET offices issue wind shear warnings for aerodromes where wind shear is considered a safety factor; and

e) the following reports are issued in accordance with the format in Annex 3 to the Chicago Convention:

1) local routine and local special reports;

2) aerodrome routine meteorological report (METAR) and aerodrome special meteorological report (SPECI);

3) aerodrome forecast (TAF);

4) SIGMET and information concerning en-route weather phenomena which may affect the safety of low-level

aircraft operations (AIRMET); and

5) aerodrome warning and wind shear warning.

RECOMMENDATION:

The CASAS should establish and implement means to ensure that:

a) the wind sensors for local routine reports are appropriately sited to give the best practicable indication of


b) MET watch offices issue SIGMET messages, including those for volcanic ash and tropical cyclones;

c) provisions related to special air-reports, including those for volcanic ash, are being adhered to concerning their

relay to the relevant MET offices;

d) MET offices issue wind shear warnings for aerodromes where wind shear is considered a safety factor; and

e) the following reports are issued in accordance with the format in Annex 3:

1) local routine and local special reports;

2) METAR and SPECI;

3) TAF;

4) SIGMET and AIRMET; and

5) aerodrome warning and wind shear warning.




Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-7-14

ANS/14SURINAME



7.459; 7.461; 7.463; 7.465; 7.475;

COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-7-15

ANS/15SURINAME



7.481; 7.483; 7.485; 7.511; 7.515; 7.517;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has not ensured that:

a) an entity, which provides SAR services within its territory on a 24-hour basis, ensures that assistance is rendered to

persons in distress;

b) alternatively, arrangements are made with another Contracting State or group of States to provide SAR services;

c) the SAR services system includes a legal framework, a responsible authority, organized available resources and a

workforce skilled in coordination and operational functions;

d) a joint rescue coordination centre (RCC) to coordinate aeronautical and maritime SAR operations is established, or

that, when separate aeronautical and maritime RCCs serve the same area, there is closest practicable coordination

between the centres;

e) elements of public or private services suitably located and equipped for SAR operations are designated as SAR

units; and

f) its SAR organization coordinates with those of neighbouring States.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish and implement a mechanism to ensure that:

a) an entity, which provides SAR services within its territory on a 24-hour basis and ensures that assistance is

rendered to persons in distress, has been established;

b) alternatively, arrangements are made with another Contracting State or group of States to provide SAR services;

c) the SAR services system includes a legal framework, a responsible authority, organized available resources and a

workforce skilled in coordination and operational functions;

d) a joint RCC to coordinate aeronautical and maritime SAR operations is established and that, when separate

aeronautical and maritime RCCs serve the same area, there is closest practicable coordination between the centres;

e) elements of public or private services suitably located and equipped for SAR operations are designated as SAR

units; and

f) its SAR organization coordinates with those of neighbouring States.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-7-16

ANS/16SURINAME



7.519; 7.521;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 X CE-3 X CE-4 CE-5 CE-6 CE-7 CE-8

FINDING:

The Civil Aviation Safety and Security Act of Suriname, in its Article 17, items 2 and 3 establishes that the competent

authority may permit the entry into its territory of SAR units of other States for the purpose of searching for the site of

aircraft accidents and rescuing survivors of such accidents, and also authorize its RCCs to provide assistance, when

requested. However, no international letter of agreement with the neighbouring States has been signed.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should ensure that international letters of agreement are signed to permit, subject to such conditions as may

be prescribed by the competent authorities, entry into its territory of SAR units of other States for the purpose of

searching for the site of aircraft accidents and rescuing survivors of such accidents and to provide, when requested,

assistance to other RCCs, including assistance in the form of aircraft, vessels, persons or equipment.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-7-17

ANS/17SURINAME



7.523;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

The SAR National Plan contains a list of aircraft vessels and local services and facilities, which do not form part of the

SAR organization, to cooperate fully with the latter in SAR and to extend any possible assistance to the survivors of

aircraft accidents. However, the SAR National Plan has not been approved.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should arrange for all aircraft, vessels and local services and facilities, which do not form part of the SAR

organization, to cooperate fully with the latter in SAR and to extend any possible assistance to the survivors of aircraft

accidents.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-7-18

ANS/18SURINAME



7.527; 7.529; 7.531; 7.535; 7.537; 7.539; 7.541; 7.543; 7.545;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 CE-3 X CE-4 CE-5 X CE-6 X CE-7 X CE-8

FINDING:

CASAS does not ensure that:

a) each RCC and, as appropriate, rescue subcentre (RSC) is staffed 24 hours per day by trained and qualified

personnel proficient in the use of the language used for radiotelephony communications;

b) each RCC and RSC employs sufficient workforce skilled in coordination and operational functions;

c) each RCC and, if appropriate, RSC develops written job descriptions for each of their technical staff;

d) each RCC and, if appropriate, RSC maintains training records for their technical staff;

e) RCC personnel involved in the conduct of radiotelephony communications are proficient in the use of the English

language;

f) arrangements are made for the use of SAR units and other available facilities to assist any aircraft or its occupants

who are or appear to be in a state of emergency;

g) the closest practicable coordination exists between the relevant aeronautical and maritime authorities to provide for

the most effective and efficient SAR services;

h) each RCC in the State has prepared detailed plans of operation for the conduct of SAR operations within its search

and rescue region (SRR); and

i) SAR personnel are regularly trained and that appropriate SAR exercises are arranged.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should ensure that:

a) each RCC and, as appropriate, RSC is staffed 24 hours per day by trained and qualified personnel proficient in the

use of the language used for radiotelephony communications;

b) each RCC and RSC employs sufficient workforce skilled in coordination and operational functions;

c) each RCC and, if appropriate, RSC develops written job descriptions for each of their technical staff;

d) each RCC and, if appropriate, RSC maintains training records for their technical staff;

e) RCC personnel involved in the conduct of radiotelephony communications are proficient in the use of the English

language;

f) arrangements are made for the use of SAR units and other available facilities to assist any aircraft or its occupants

who are or appear to be in a state of emergency;

g) the closest practicable coordination exists between the relevant aeronautical and maritime authorities to provide for

the most effective and efficient SAR services;

h) each RCC in the State has prepared detailed plans of operation for the conduct of SAR operations within its SRR;

and


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-7-18

ANS/18SURINAME



7.527; 7.529; 7.531; 7.535; 7.537; 7.539; 7.541; 7.543; 7.545;




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-8-01

AGA/01SURINAME


AERODROMES

8.007;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

Suriname has promulgated the CARs, Part 12 on the certification and registration of aerodromes in order to implement

the provisions of Annex 14 to the Chicago Convention. However, these regulations do not include criteria for the

certification of aerodromes, and the aerodrome certification has not been implemented to date.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should promulgate regulations to include criteria for the certification of aerodromes and should implement an

aerodrome certification process.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-8-02

AGA/02SURINAME


AERODROMES

8.089;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

The CASAS aerodrome certification process does not include the need for referrals to competent State entities, as

appropriate, for their clearance with the necessary documentation, for example, the environmental impact study.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should include in its aerodrome certification process the need for referrals to competent State entities, as

appropriate, for their clearance with the necessary documentation, for example, the environmental impact study.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-8-03

AGA/03SURINAME


AERODROMES

8.101; 8.105;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS does not have a procedure to ensure that the sample aerodrome certificate that would be used for granting a

certificate to its aerodromes contains appropriate information, including the type of use of the aerodrome. Furthermore,

the aerodrome certificate amendment procedure in the CARs, Part 12 does not include an assessment of all elements

which could be affected by the change.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should develop and implement a procedure to ensure that the aerodrome certificate that would be issued

contains appropriate information, including the type of use of the aerodrome. Additionally, CASAS should establish

and implement a procedure for the amendment of the aerodrome certificate which includes an assessment of all

elements which could be affected by the change.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-8-04

AGA/04SURINAME


AERODROMES

8.123;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS does not ensure that up-to-date copies of approved aerodrome manuals are kept by the Aerodrome Section.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish a mechanism to ensure that up-to-date copies of approved aerodrome manuals are kept by the

Aerodrome Section.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-8-05

AGA/05SURINAME


AERODROMES

8.131; 8.135;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has not established and implemented:

a) a process for the verification of the accuracy of aerodrome data to ensure compliance with the regulations; and

b) a quality system for ensuring that the accuracy, integrity and protection requirements for aeronautical data reported

by the aerodrome operator are met throughout the data transfer process.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should establish and implement:

a) a process for the verification of the accuracy of aerodrome data to ensure compliance with the regulations; and

b) a quality system for ensuring that the accuracy, integrity and protection requirements for aeronautical data reported

by the aerodrome operator are met throughout the data transfer process.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-8-06

AGA/06SURINAME


AERODROMES

8.139;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has not developed and implemented suitable guidance material to regulate the use of a pavement by an aircraft

with an aircraft classification number (ACN) higher than the reported pavement classification number (PCN).

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should develop and implement suitable guidance material to regulate the use of a pavement by an aircraft with

an ACN higher than the reported PCN.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-8-07

AGA/07SURINAME


AERODROMES

8.147;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has not promulgated regulations, and has not developed and implemented procedures to ensure that the

aerodrome operator has a process for determining and providing relevant information that a runway, or part thereof,

may be slippery when wet, including the minimum friction level for reporting of slippery conditions and the type of

measuring device used.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should promulgate regulations, and develop and implement procedures to ensure that the aerodrome operator

has a process for determining and providing relevant information that a runway, or part thereof, may be slippery when

wet, including the minimum friction level for reporting of slippery conditions and the type of measuring device used.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-8-08

AGA/08SURINAME


AERODROMES

8.163; 8.165;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 X CE-3 CE-4 CE-5 CE-6 X CE-7 CE-8

FINDING:

CASAS has not promulgated regulations requiring the provision of runway end safety areas (RESAs) at aerodromes.

Furthermore, there is no mechanism to ensure that the runway surroundings are safe for use by aircraft in the event of

non-availability of RESA and an aircraft overrunning or undershooting a runway.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should promulgate and implement appropriate regulations on the provision of RESAs at aerodromes.

Additionally, CASAS should have a mechanism to ensure that the runway surroundings are safe for use by aircraft in

the event of non-availability of RESA and an aircraft overrunning or undershooting a runway.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-8-09

AGA/09SURINAME


AERODROMES

8.173; 8.179; 8.185; 8.259;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has not promulgated regulations and has not established and implemented procedures to ensure that aerodrome

operators:

a) ensure the provision of primary and secondary power supplies;

b) implement a method of monitoring lighting system reliability and indicate any fault, appropriate to the type and

level of operations;

c) establish maintenance level objectives for visual aids as part of the aerodrome operator’s preventive maintenance

programme; and

d) ensure the lighting of security fences and barriers.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should promulgate regulations and establish and implement procedures to ensure that aerodrome operators:

a) ensure the provision of primary and secondary power supplies;

b) implement a method of monitoring lighting system reliability and indicate any fault, appropriate to the type and

level of operations;

c) establish maintenance level objectives for visual aids as part of the aerodrome operator’s preventive maintenance

programme; and





COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-8-10

AGA/10SURINAME


AERODROMES

8.191; 8.271; 8.273;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 X CE-3 CE-4 CE-5 CE-6 X CE-7 X CE-8

FINDING:

CASAS has not established a mechanism to ensure that aerodrome operators comply with the frangibility and height

restrictions for equipment or installations which are needed for air navigation and must be located on a runway strip.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should:

a) establish a mechanism to ensure that aerodrome operators comply with the frangibility and height restriction

requirements for equipment or installations located near or on a runway, on the non-graded portion of a runway

strip, on precision approach runways, or which are obstacles of operational significance;

b) promulgate a regulation to require that runway strips are free of objects unless they are needed for air navigation

purposes and meet frangibility requirements; and

c) establish a mechanism to ensure that aerodrome operators implement the requirements of objects on runway strips.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-8-11

AGA/11SURINAME


AERODROMES

8.205;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has not developed and implemented a process to ensure that an aerodrome operator's plan for lighting, signs

and markings is integrated as a whole into the aerodrome's runway incursion and collision avoidance strategy.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should develop and implement a process to ensure that an aerodrome operator’s plan for lighting, signs and

markings is integrated as a whole into the aerodrome’s runway incursion and collision avoidance strategy.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-8-12

AGA/12SURINAME


AERODROMES

8.217;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has not developed requirements for aerodrome operators to have procedures to prevent aircraft from entering

permanently closed runways and taxiways by obliterating the runway and taxiway markings and removing lights.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should promulgate requirements for aerodrome operators to have procedures to prevent aircraft from entering

permanently closed runways and taxiways by obliterating the runway and taxiway markings and removing lights. In

addition, CASAS should establish and implement a mechanism to ensure the implementation of such regulation.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-8-13

AGA/13SURINAME


AERODROMES

8.223; 8.225; 8.227; 8.229; 8.231; 8.235;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 X CE-3 CE-4 CE-5 CE-6 X CE-7 X CE-8

FINDING:

CASAS has not promulgated regulations on, and does not ensure that aerodrome operators comply with the following

requirements:

a) marking and lighting of obstacles on or in the vicinity of aerodromes;

b) marking permanent and temporary movement area closures meeting location and characteristics specifications;

c) ensuring the use of taxi side stripe markings on taxiways and aprons to distinguish non-load bearing surfaces from

load bearing areas;

d) ensuring that apron markings take into account the specified clearances;

e) assessing the need for and effectiveness of markings with the aerodrome operators; and

f) ensuring that aerodrome operators comply with the requirements to extinguish, screen or otherwise modify

non-aeronautical lights which could present a hazard to aircraft.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should promulgate regulations on, and establish a mechanism to ensure that aerodrome operators comply with

the following requirements:

a) marking and lighting of obstacles on or in the vicinity of aerodromes;

b) marking permanent and temporary movement area closures meeting location and characteristics specifications;

c) ensuring the use of taxi side stripe markings on taxiways and aprons to distinguish non-load bearing surfaces from

load bearing areas;



f) ensuring that aerodrome operators comply with the requirements to extinguish, screen or otherwise modify

non-aeronautical lights which could present a hazard to aircraft.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-8-14

AGA/14SURINAME


AERODROMES

8.253; 8.255; 8.257;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 X CE-3 CE-4 CE-5 CE-6 CE-7 X CE-8

FINDING:

CASAS has not promulgated regulations on, and does not ensure that aerodrome operators comply with:

a) the precautions to be taken in relation to surface debris and regularity on runway, taxiways and apron pavements

and their shoulders;

b) the measurement of runway friction characteristics including defining the minimum maintenance level; and

c) maintaining good friction characteristics and low rolling resistance on runways.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should promulgate regulations on, and establish a mechanism to ensure that aerodrome operators comply with:

a) the precautions to be taken in relation to surface debris and regularity on runway, taxiways and apron pavements

and their shoulders.

b) the measurement of runway friction characteristics including defining the minimum maintenance level; and

c) maintaining good friction characteristics and low rolling resistance on runways.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-8-15

AGA/15SURINAME


AERODROMES

8.291; 8.293; 8.295; 8.321;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.

CE-1 CE-2 X CE-3 CE-4 CE-5 CE-6 X CE-7 CE-8

FINDING:

CASAS has not promulgated regulations in accordance with Annex 14 to the Chicago Convention, Volume I and does

not ensure that:

a) aerodrome emergency plans are developed, tested and reviewed periodically, as stipulated in the Annex;

b) aerodrome operators, when developing emergency plans, observe human factors principles; and

c) the aerodrome has plans for the removal of disabled aircraft including arrangements for the co-ordinators to be

designated, the rapid availability and deployment of salvage and removal equipment, and the protection of

evidence, custody, etc. in accordance with Annex 13 to the Chicago Convention.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should promulgate regulations in accordance with Annex 14, Volume I and establish a mechanism to ensure

that:

a) aerodrome emergency plans are developed, tested and reviewed periodically, as stipulated in the Annex;

b) aerodrome operators, when developing emergency plans, observe human factors principles; and

c) the aerodrome has plans for the removal of disabled aircraft including arrangements for the co-ordinators to be

designated, the rapid availability and deployment of salvage and removal equipment, and the protection of

evidence, custody, etc. in accordance with Annex 13.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-8-16

AGA/16SURINAME


AERODROMES

8.301; 8.303; 8.305; 8.307; 8.315; 8.319;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has not promulgated regulations to, and does not:

a) ensure that rescue and fire fighting (RFF) services are provided at all aerodromes;

b) ensure that appropriate level of RFF services are provided at aerodromes;

c) establish RFF agent specifications, including quantities and discharge rates;

d) prescribe the minimum number of RFF vehicles together with associated building facilities to meet the objectives

of RFF service provision;

e) ensure that aerodrome operators provide training for fire fighting personnel, including live fire drills; and

f) ensure that there are sufficient trained personnel to operate all RFF equipment at maximum capacity to meet the

operational objective of RFF service.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should promulgate regulations and establish a mechanism to:

a) ensure that RFF services are provided at all aerodromes;

b) ensure that appropriate level of RFF services are provided at aerodromes;

c) establish RFF agent specifications, including quantities and discharge rates;

d) prescribe the minimum number of RFF vehicles together with associated building facilities to meet the objectives

of RFF service provision;

e) ensure that aerodrome operators provide training for fire fighting personnel, including live fire drills; and

f) ensure that there are sufficient trained personnel to operate all RFF equipment at maximum capacity to meet the

operational objective of RFF service.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-8-17

AGA/17SURINAME


AERODROMES

8.327; 8.333;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has not promulgated:

a) regulations and industry guidance material on assessing the bird strike hazard at an aerodrome; and

b) regulations for aerodrome operators to control the development of facilities likely to attract birds on or in the

vicinity of an aerodrome.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should promulgate:

a) regulations and industry guidance material on assessing the bird strike hazard at an aerodrome; and

b) regulations for aerodrome operators to control the development of facilities likely to attract birds on or in the

vicinity of an aerodrome.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-8-18

AGA/18SURINAME


AERODROMES

8.347; 8.349;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has not promulgated regulations and does not ensure that aerodrome operators provide for:

a) the visual monitoring of aircraft stand clearances and control of vehicle movement on aprons; and

b) the availability of fire extinguishing equipment and trained personnel during ground servicing of aircraft.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should promulgate regulations and establish a mechanism to ensure that aerodrome operators provide for:

a) the visual monitoring of aircraft stand clearances and control of vehicle movement on aprons; and

b) the availability of fire extinguishing equipment and trained personnel during ground servicing of aircraft.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-8-19

AGA/19SURINAME


AERODROMES

8.361; 8.367;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

Although CASAS has promulgated regulations for a certified aerodrome to implement an SMS, Suriname has not

established a State Safety Programme. In addit ion, CASAS has not promulgated regulations which define the

circumstances and rationale for the conduct of an aeronautical study/risk assessment.

RECOMMENDATION:

Suriname should establish a State Safety Programme and ensure that aerodrome operators implement an SMS. In

addition, CASAS should promulgate regulations which define the circumstances and rationale for the conduct of an

aeronautical study/risk assessment.




COMMENTS BY ICAO:


Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-8-20

AGA/20SURINAME


AERODROMES

8.381; 8.383; 8.385; 8.387; 8.389; 8.391; 8.393; 8.395;

DOCUMENT REFERENCE:


finding.


FINDING:

CASAS has not promulgated regulations related to the design and operations of heliports, in accordance with Annex 14

to the Chicago Convention, Volume II for:

a) the measurement and reporting to AIS of geographical coordinates for obstacles; and

b) final approach and take-off areas (FATOs) for helicopters.

In addition, CASAS does not ensure the implementation of requirements related to:

a) safety areas surrounding FATOs for helicopters;

b) obstacle limitation surfaces (OLS) and sectors;

c) wind direction indicators, including characteristics and location;

d) approach lighting at heliports, including characteristics and location;

e) touchdown and lift-off area lighting systems at heliports, including characteristics and location; and

f) visual approach slope indicators at heliports.

RECOMMENDATION:

CASAS should promulgate regulations related to the design and operations of heliports, in accordance with Annex 14,

Volume II for:

a) the measurement and reporting to AIS of geographical coordinates for obstacles; and

b) FATOs for helicopters.

In addition, CASAS should establish a mechanism to ensure the implementation of requirements related to:

a) safety areas surrounding FATOs for helicopters;

b) OLS and sectors;

c) wind direction indicators, including characteristics and location;

d) approach lighting at heliports, including characteristics and location;

e) touchdown and lift-off area lighting systems at heliports, including characteristics and location; and

f) visual approach slope indicators at heliports.




Audit Period: 7/12/09 - 16/12/09

APPENDIX 1-8-20

AGA/20SURINAME


AERODROMES

8.381; 8.383; 8.385; 8.387; 8.389; 8.391; 8.393; 8.395;

COMMENTS BY ICAO:


APPENDIX 2

43.63

58.57

43.02

49.0346.62

64.08

78.75

42.00

55.4253.33

40

50

60

70

80

90

100

CRITICAL ELEMENTS OF A SAFETY OVERSIGHT SYSTEMLACK OF EFFECTIVE IMPLEMENTATION (%)

Global: (177) Audited States: 41.43% SURINAME 50.67%

25.85

37.84

43.63

58.57

40.60

32.94

43.02

49.03

28.13

46.62

64.08

78.75

42.00

37.04

55.4253.33

0

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

100

Primary Aviation Legislation

Specific Operating Regulations

Civil Aviation System and Safety Oversight

Functions

Qualification and Training of Technical Staff

Procedures and Technical Guidance

Licensing and Certification Obligations

Surveillance Obligations Resolution of Safety Concerns

CRITICAL ELEMENTS OF A SAFETY OVERSIGHT SYSTEMLACK OF EFFECTIVE IMPLEMENTATION (%)

Global: (177) Audited States: 41.43% SURINAME 50.67%

APPENDIX 3

APPENDIX 3-1-1

CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN PROPOSED BY SURINAME RELATED TO PRIMARY AVIATION LEGISLATION

AND CIVIL AVIATION REGULATIONS

STATE’S COMMENTS AND OBSERVATIONS∗

Suriname agrees with the finding of the ICAO audit team.

CORRECTIVE ACTION (S) PROPOSED∗ ACTION OFFICE

ESTIMATED IMPLEMENTATION

DATE(S)Suriname will promulgate Civil Aviation Regulations Suriname (CARS) related to the following Annexes to the Chicago Convention: Annex 3, Meteorological Service for International Air Navigation; Annex 4, Aeronautical Charts; Annex 5, Units of Measurement to be used in air and ground operations; Annex 10, Aeronautical Telecommunications, Annex 11, Air Traffic Services; Annex 12, Search and Rescue; and Annex 15, Aeronautical Information Services.

Legal &

ANS Inspectorate 31 December 2010

∗ Text reproduced as submitted by Suriname

AUDIT FINDING LEG/01

Please refer to Appendix 1-1-01 of this report for the text of the finding and recommendation along with the related protocol questions which should be considered in order to fully address this audit finding.

APPENDIX 3-1-2







DATE(S)The CASAS will ensure through implementation of a quality assurance system full implementation of Directive 1-2009.

Director 30 June 2011




APPENDIX 3-1-3




Suriname does not fully agree with the finding of the ICAO audit team. CASAS inspectors have been empowered to have unrestricted and unlimited access to aircraft and aviation facilities to perform their functions. This empowerment is based on the Act and the Regulations as well as the credentials which every inspector receives. Reference can be made to CARS 9.1.1.10; 8.5.1.14 and 12.4.6.



DATE(S)CASAS inspectors will be empowered by the Attorney General with the right to prohibit any person from exercising the privileges of any aviation license, certificate or document for just cause. CASAS inspectors will be sworn in as judicial officers.

Director &

Legal 31 December 2011

The CASAS in coordination with Attorney General will establish a formal process that can be applied in a timely manner to detain an aircraft.

Director &





APPENDIX 3-2-1

CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN PROPOSED BY SURINAME RELATED TO CIVIL AVIATION ORGANIZATION


Suriname does not fully agree with the finding of the ICAO audit team. CASAS has an organizational handbook which contains job descriptions as well as qualification requirements for each individual working in the organization. Presently the functions and responsibilities of the sections within the FSD are contained in the various Inspectors Handbooks.



DATE(S)The CASAS organizational handbook will be amended to include the functions and responsibilities of the various divisions, sections and offices.

Director &



AUDIT FINDING ORG/01


APPENDIX 3-2-2



Suriname does not fully agree with the finding of the ICAO audit team.



DATE(S)The CASAS will establish a formula to determine the number of staff needed to meet its national and international obligations related to civil aviation safety oversight in the areas of operations, airworthiness, aerodromes and air navigation services.

Human Resources 28 February 2011

If needed CASAS will hire new staff in accordance with the established procedures.

Human Resources 31 December 2011




APPENDIX 3-2-3






DATE(S)The Director of CASAS will issue a directive which establishes the following provisions for the delegation of safety oversight tasks:

a) requirements for competency; b) procedures for the delegation of its certification,

inspection or supervision responsibilities, including competency checks, route checks, instrument ratings checks, conversion checks and upgrading checks, to designated inspectors;

c) procedures for renewal of the mandate for designated inspectors;

d) procedures for the conduct of oversight of the tasks assigned to designated inspectors;

e) a process for the resolution of deficiencies or concerns if identified in delegated tasks.

Director &

Legal 30 November 2010




APPENDIX 3-2-4






DATE(S)CASAS will implement a quality assurance system to ensure that the FSDTS is implemented and that all inspectors receive initial, periodic or recurrent training and OJT and, if required, specialized training.

Director 31 December 2011

CASAS will amend the FSDTS to include the following training programmes for ANS Inspectors:

- Aeronautical Information Service (AIS) - Procedures for Air Navigation Services-Aircraft

Operations (PANS-OPS) - Aeronautical Maps and Charts (MAP) - Communications, Navigation and Surveillance

(CNS) - Meteorological Services (MET) - Search and Rescue (SAR).

Human Resources 30 June 2011

CASAS will establish more detailed procedures for the maintenance of training records and implement such in order to ensure that these records are adequately maintained.

Human Resources 31 January 2011




APPENDIX 3-3-1

CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN PROPOSED BY SURINAME RELATED TO PERSONNEL LICENSING AND TRAINING


Suriname does not fully agree with the finding of the ICAO audit team. The CASAS PEL Office has a formal system and defined procedures for record keeping which ensures confidentiality. The system and procedures are incorporated in the PEL Handbook and the Aviation Medical Guide.



DATE(S)The system and procedures for Record keeping in the PEL Handbook will be amended to include more detail. PEL 31 January 2011

Procedures for record keeping of medical reports in the Aviation Medical Guide will be amended to include more detail. PEL 31 January 2011


AUDIT FINDING PEL/01


APPENDIX 3-3-2



Suriname does not agree with the finding of the ICAO audit team. Oversight Procedures and Surveillance for the supervision and control of AME’s are to be found in the Aviation Medical Guide, Chapter 1, item 5. This has been implemented and oversight activities are continuing.

CORRECTIVE ACTION (S) PROPOSED ACTION OFFICE


DATE(S)No corrective action plan was submitted by the State.




APPENDIX 3-3-3



Suriname does not agree with the finding of the ICAO audit team. CASAS has a system to ensure that all flight crews meet the requirements of knowledge and skills specified for the issuance of a license and rating. Reference can be made to CARS Part 2, Personnel Licensing and the DDC for knowledge test guides and skill test standards. For the issuance of a license and rating, CASAS appoints a qualified inspectors to evaluate such conditions for each specific model and type.







APPENDIX 3-3-4






DATE(S)CASAS will clearly define the responsibility of the Airworthiness Office for the conduct of oversight activities, in coordination with the Licensing Office, over licensed aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers and/or mechanics in Suriname, including regular and random inspections, to ensure compliance with CARS requirements for licensing matters. The Personnel Licensing Handbook and the Airworthiness Inspectors Handbook will be amended accordingly.

PEL &

AIR 30 November 2010

A formal surveillance program will be established. PEL &

AIR 30 November 2010




APPENDIX 3-4-1

CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN PROPOSED BY SURINAME RELATED TO AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS CERTIFICATION AND SUPERVISION


Suriname does not fully agree with the finding of the ICAO audit team. For the certification and continued surveillance of large aeroplane operators, CASAS has contracted designated inspectors from regional organizations and other CAA’s which meet the minimum qualification requirements of ICAO Doc 8335 to assist CASAS’s in-house inspectors. CASAS is in the process of upgrading its in-house inspectors flight experience. In addition, CASAS has contracted an Operations Inspector in July 2010 which meets the requirements of ICAO Document 8335. This Inspector has subsequently been trained as Government Safety Inspector-Operations. Additional training in accordance with the FSDTS has been scheduled for 2011. By contracting this new inspector, the CASAS has sufficiently mitigated eventual risks in relation to the time span between present and estimated completion date of upgrading its other in-house inspectors.



DATE(S)CASAS will qualify the in-house operations inspectors to meet its established experience requirements. Director 30 November 2011

CASAS will amend its minimum flight and work experience requirements for operations inspectors in charge of oversight of international aircraft operations in order to be in compliance with ICAO Doc 8335 minimum experience requirements and subsequently upgrade its in- house inspectors flight experience.



AUDIT FINDING OPS/01


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Suriname does not agree with the finding of the ICAO audit team that the Operations Inspectors Handbook does not reflect the different Inspector activities such as international air transport operations and domestic air operations. The handbook is structured in such a way that it is applicable to both international operations as well as domestic operations and as such ties in perfectly with the Civil Aviation Regulations Suriname (CARS) which also do not differentiate on above subject. With regard to operations by foreign operators, the CARS and the Handbook do provide specific requirements and guidance. With regard to dangerous goods, accident prevention and flight safety programs as well as establishment of Safety Management Systems, the CASAS agrees with the remarks.



DATE(S)Policy and procedures will be developed and implemented to ensure that Inspectors Handbooks including checklists are updated periodically. A directive containing the above will be issued in this regard.

OPS &


Functions and activities of the CASAS Inspectors such as dangerous goods, accident prevention and flight safety programs as well as establishment of Safety Management Systems will be included in the Operations Inspectors Handbook.

OPS 30 June 2011




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Suriname does not agree with the finding of the ICAO audit team. All correspondence to and from the industry is centrally administered with the administration department. Copies are then distributed to the relevant sections of the Flight Safety Division for the necessary. A certification checklist is also used during every certification to track the status, monitor progress and this clearly indicates the five different certification phases. The observation that copies are kept personally by Inspectors might have been made because during the ICAO audit, this division was amidst an A340 certification process and documents were under review with the respective inspectors. Copies of all correspondence to/from operators is kept with the respective section of the Flight Safety Division and centrally stored in the administration office, which also has an electronic document tracking system to monitor every incoming and outgoing letter and or document.



DATE(S)CASAS is in the process of more clearly documenting its filing system. OPS 30 June 2011




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DATE(S)The CARS will be amended to ensure that air operators:

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a. establish a flight safety document system; b. establish a SMS; c. establish and maintain a flight data analysis programme

as part of their SMS; d. nominate a post holder responsible for the development

and establishment of the air operator’s SMS and clearly define and document his/her functions and responsibilities in the flight safety document system;

e. ensure that the flight data analysis programme is non punitive and contains safeguards to protect the source(s) of the data; and

f. ensure that all regulations on the contents of the operations manual, as part of the flight safety document system, are taken into account, reviewed and implemented before granting the AOC or any specific approval.

Procedures regarding the above will be included in the Operations Inspectors Handbook. OPS 31 December 2011




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This finding is unclear and we will address the issue with a “best guess” approach. It seems that the auditor is referring to the Antonov AN-28 aircraft in service with one of the Surinamese air operators at the time of the audit. Based on this conclusion, the finding is addressed as follows: Secondary review indicates that the approved training programs are in accordance with the initial and recurrent training requirements of the CARS. Also, all approved FBS and CBT training curricula and providers are contained in the applicable training manuals. With regard to the simulator training of flight crews of the Antonov AN-28 aircraft, the simulator seems to be tailored to the M-28 which is equipped with a completely different engine fit and cockpit instrumentation and navigation systems. It would not be in the interest of safety to use the simulator as advised by the ICAO Auditor based on international and CARS compatibility requirements. Since the audit, the CASAS together with the operator decided to permanently remove all AN-28 aircraft from the Operations Specifications and permanently cease all Antonov AN-28 operations by Surinamese AOC Holders.







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Suriname agrees with the finding of the ICAO audit team. Although the CARS has a general provision for “Specialized Training” and the operators training programmes comply with the CARS when aircraft are equipped with such equipment, the auditor indicated that the terms CFIT, GPWS and ACAS should be specifically mentioned. To comply with this request, the CARS will be updated to specifically include above mentioned systems, procedures and policies in the Flight Crew Training Programmes. This will be accomplished during the first upcoming CARS revision and the operators will be notified to update their Programmes to reflect this change.



DATE(S)The CARS will be amended to specifically mention Specialized Training for CFIT, GPWS and ACAS.

OPS &

Legal 30 June 2011

Operators will be notified to update their Training Programmes accordingly.

OPS 31 May 2011

The CASAS has updated the Operations Inspectors Handbook with procedures to ensure that the Operators Training Programs and or Operations Manuals contain:

a. Instructions and training requirements for the avoidance of CFIT and a policy for the use of the GPWS;

b. A policy, instructions, procedures and training requirements for the avoidance of collisions and the use of the ACAS; and

c. An ACAS training programme on ACAS-equipped aircraft.

OPS 13 December 2010




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DATE(S)The CARS will be amended to include requirements for an air operator to submit any agreement with a ground handling service provider to CASAS.

OPS &

Legal 30 June 2011

The CARS will be amended to include a requirement for an air operator to specifically state in its contract that it will permanently maintain its ground handling responsibility when all or part of the functions and tasks related to ground handling services have been contracted to a service provider.

OPS &

Legal 30 June 2011

The Operations Inspectors Handbook will be updated with procedures to ensure that the CARS requirements regarding the ground handling responsibility of an air operator who contracts a service provider to carry out ground handling functions and tasks, can be appropriately implemented.

OPS 30 June 2011




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DATE(S)Suriname will designate and specify to ICAO the appropriate authority responsible for the transport of dangerous goods by air. Director 31 December 2010




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DATE(S)The CASAS will establish job descriptions, functions and responsibilities for technical staff nominated to administer the dangerous goods programme and to respond to queries from air operators and shippers.


The CASAS will amend its Flight Safety Division Training Programme to include dangerous goods training for the relevant technical staff.





APPENDIX 3-4-10



Suriname agrees with the finding of the ICAO audit team regarding agencies involved in dangerous goods handling for foreign operators. The CARS and the Inspectors Handbook already contain requirements for Dangerous Goods oversight on Surinamese AOC Holders. However it should be noted that no Surinamese AOC holder currently holds a dangerous goods transportation approval.



DATE(S)CASAS will establish and implement inspection, surveillance and enforcement procedures to ensure compliance with dangerous goods regulations in a systematic manner through regular and random inspections of handling companies, shippers and foreign air operators to confirm compliance with annex 18 and the TI. These procedures will be added to the Operations Inspectors Handbook.

OPS 30 June 2011

The CARS will be amended to require handling companies and shippers involved in the transport of dangerous goods by air to establish initial and recurrent dangerous goods training programmes.

OPS &

Legal 30 June 2011




APPENDIX 3-4-11



Suriname does not fully agree with the finding of the ICAO audit team. Due to manpower constraints in 2009 with the certification of two Boeing 737 aircraft and an Airbus A340 together with the preparation for the ICAO audit visit, the surveillance program had to be revised. However, during the second half of that year, all inspections as required by the continued surveillance policy were carried out. With the recent addition of two Inspectors, the availability of manpower has been resolved. The statement that no systematic surveillance is being conducted to verify that all AOC holders and foreign operators comply on a continuing basis with national regulations, international standards, AOCs and corresponding operations specifications is incorrect and misleading. Evidence provided of previous years clearly indicated oversight action conducted in accordance with CASAS audit policy and procedures. The CASAS agrees that the established surveillance program does not specifically mention monitoring a commercial air transport operator’s financial condition and for monitoring unfavorable trends, however these oversight responsibilities as well as the possible implications hereof are contained in the Inspectors Handbook. The CASAS agrees that the current inspection data system doesn’t adequately provide query options for trend monitoring purposes, but the system does offer oversight as to inspection status, open and closed findings etc. However, presently trend analysis would have to be done manually. The data system is still in testing phase and will be modified accordingly.



DATE(S)CASAS will make allowance for monitoring a commercial air transport operator’s financial condition and for monitoring unfavorable trends in its surveillance procedures and program.

OPS 30 June 2011

CASAS will update its inspection data system to include the option of trend analysis and queries. OPS 31 December 2012

The annual inspection program will be incorporated in the CASAS Data Management System and with the addition of 2 Operations Inspectors, this section is now better equipped to fully implement its inspection policy and procedures.





APPENDIX 3-4-11 (CONT.)




DATE(S)The CASAS surveillance policy and procedures will be updated to ensure coordination between the various sections. OPS 31 December 2011

Actions to be taken, if deficiencies identified during the conduct of inspections are not rectified in a timely manner remain at the discretion of the FSDM in consultation with the Director.


Through the establishment of a Quality Assurance System, the CASAS shall ensure that the documented process to take appropriate corrective action, up to and including enforcement measures to resolve identified deficiencies and safety issues is being implemented.



APPENDIX 3-5-1

CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN PROPOSED BY SURINAME RELATED TO AIRWORTHINESS OF AIRCRAFT


Suriname does not fully agree with the finding of the ICAO audit team. The CASAS has access to design organization manuals and documentation to support the certification and surveillance activities for all aircraft types on the Surinamese registry involving international air transport operations. At the time of the audit some passwords required to gain access to secure manufacturer’s data were not active.



DATE(S)All passwords that were not active at the time of the audit have been re-activated. For the remaining aircraft types, for which there are no current design organization documentation, CASAS is in the process of making formal arrangements with those Aircraft Manufacturers for activation/re-activation of the subscription service in order to keep the referenced documentation in a current state. Procedures to ensure the continuing currency of design organization documentation will be detailed in the Airworthiness Inspectors Handbook.

AIR 31 October 2010


AUDIT FINDING AIR/01


APPENDIX 3-5-2



Suriname does not fully agree with the finding of the ICAO audit team. Procedures in the Airworthiness Inspectors Handbook have been implemented. Procedures for the issuance of an aircraft registration certificate and for the maintenance of the aircraft register are included in the Airworthiness Inspectors Handbook ASI-3.30 and are implemented. Requirements for all aeroplanes to comply with the noise certification standards of Annex 16 to the Chicago Convention, Volume 1 are contained in CARS 8.2.1.8. (see note) and the requirement for a noise certificate to be carried on board Surinamese aircraft is contained in CARS 8.2.1.8 (9). Procedures to ensure that noise certificates are carried on board Surinamese aircraft are contained in the Airworthiness Inspectors Handbook ASI-3.6 and ASI 3.1 and are implemented accordingly.



DATE(S)Suriname does not have the capability to conduct noise certification. Procedures for the validation of noise certificates will be developed and included in the Airworthiness Inspectors Handbook.

AIR 31 December 2010

CASAS will establish and implement procedures for the issuance of mandatory airworthiness action on a product for which it is not the State of Design as allowed in CARS 5.5.1.3 (d).


Through the establishment of a Quality Assurance System it will be ensured that:

‐ certification and surveillance procedures and checklists to assist the inspectors in carrying out their functions in a standardized and efficient manner are being implemented; and

‐ procedures for the issuance of an aircraft registration certificate and for the maintenance of the aircraft register are being implemented.





APPENDIX 3-5-3



Suriname does not fully agree with the finding of the ICAO audit team. CASAS does not have procedures for the acceptance of State of Design type certificates, however, procedures for the issuance of a certificate of airworthiness for an aircraft type are contained in the Airworthiness Inspectors Handbook ASI-3.6.



DATE(S)CASAS will develop and implement procedures for the acceptance of State of Design type certificates. These procedures will be included in Airworthiness Inspectors Handbook.





APPENDIX 3-5-4



Suriname does not agree with the finding of the ICAO audit team. This finding is related to a major modification of one DHC-6 which at the time of the modification was not on the Surinamese aircraft register. CASAS studied the modification and verified for compliance with the appropriate regulations. Procedures for the approval of all major modifications carried out on Suriname registered aircraft are implemented.



DATE(S)Procedures for the acceptance of major modifications and repairs which were carried out on aircraft before being entered on Surinamese registry will be included in the Airworthiness Inspectors Handbook - Approvals of Modifications and Repairs.(ASI 3.31).





APPENDIX 3-5-5






DATE(S)CASAS will develop and implement procedures for the validation of a certificate of airworthiness issued by the appropriate authorities of a foreign state. These procedures will be included in the Airworthiness Inspectors Handbook.





APPENDIX 3-5-6






DATE(S)Through establishment of a quality assurance system, CASAS will ensure full implementation of established procedures for document retention.





APPENDIX 3-5-7






DATE(S)CASAS will amend the procedures in the Airworthiness Inspectors Handbook (ASI-3.7) for the reporting of service difficulties to include the State of Design and the organization responsible for type Design. Through establishment of a quality assurance system, CASAS will ensure full implementation of established procedures.





APPENDIX 3-5-8






DATE(S)Through establishment of a quality assurance system, CASAS will ensure that special flight permits and approval letters include all information detailed in the Airworthiness Inspectors Handbook ASI-3.21.





APPENDIX 3-5-9






DATE(S)The CARS will be amended to include requirements for the issuance of airworthiness approvals for the export of aeronautical products.

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Procedures regarding the issuance of airworthiness approvals for the export of aeronautical products will be established and implemented. The procedures will be included in the Airworthiness Inspectors Handbook.





APPENDIX 3-5-10






DATE(S)Procedures for the reporting of unapproved parts to type certificate holders and regulatory agencies, for the proper usage of parts removed from an aircraft no longer in service and for the disposal of scrapped parts will be established and implemented. These procedures will be included in the Airworthiness Inspectors Handbook.

AIR 31 January 2011

Industry Guidance will be issued in the form of a CASAS Advisory Pamphlet which will address the reporting of unapproved parts to CASAS, type certificate holders and regulatory agencies, for the proper usage of parts removed from an aircraft no longer in service and for the disposal of scrapped parts.

AIR 31 January 2011




APPENDIX 3-5-11



Suriname does not fully agree with the finding of the ICAO audit team. Maintenance contracts of AOC holders who contract out all of their maintenance on Suriname-registered aircraft are reviewed in accordance with the Airworthiness Inspectors Handbook ASI-3.13. Maintenance organizations to be contracted in such instances must hold a CASAS AMO approval.



DATE(S)CASAS will further implement the procedures as laid down in the Airworthiness Inspectors Handbook ASI-3.13 to ensure that all contracts between AOC holders and maintenance organizations for the conduct of any maintenance on Suriname registered aircraft or part thereof are reviewed and approved. Furthermore, CASAS will ensure that AOC holders contract out their maintenance or part thereof to maintenance organizations approved in accordance with CARS Part 6. All maintenance organizations will be required to hold a CASAS AMO approval in order to carry out maintenance activities in accordance with the contract.

AIR 10 August 2010

Through the establishment of a quality assurance system CASAS will ensure that the above is being implemented in its entirety. Director 31 December 2011




APPENDIX 3-5-12






DATE(S)CASAS will ensure through the establishment of a quality assurance system that procedures for the review and acceptance of an operator’s maintenance control manual are fully being implemented, including the recording and retention of the related acceptance processes.





APPENDIX 3-5-13






DATE(S)The CARS will be amended to include human factors principles to be observed in the design and application of AOC Holder aircraft maintenance programmes.

AIR &

Legal 31 January 2011

Procedures for the observance of human factor principles in the design of all documents by the operator to be used by maintenance personnel will be included in the evaluation procedures of such documents as detailed in the Airworthiness Inspectors Handbook.

AIR 31 January 2011




APPENDIX 3-5-14



Suriname does not fully agree with the finding of the ICAO audit team. Procedures for the approval of aircraft maintenance programmes are implemented and the related approval processes are being recorded and retained. Regulations to determine the applicability, compliance and surveillance of an AOC holder’s reliability programme for aircraft types involved in international air transport operations and where the organization’s design maintenance programme was derived using the process established by the maintenance review board, are established and implemented. Reference can be made to CARS 9.4.1.12



DATE(S)The Airworthiness Inspectors Handbook will be amended to include specific guidance on compliance and surveillance of an AOC holder’s reliability programme for aircraft types involved in international air transport operations and where the organization’s design maintenance programme was derived using the process established by the maintenance review board.

AIR 30 June 2011

Through the establishment of a Quality Assurance System it will be ensured that procedures continue to be implemented as documented.





APPENDIX 3-5-15



Suriname does not agree with the finding of the ICAO audit team. Procedures for the approval of MELs are implemented. Reference can be made to the evidence presented to the ICAO auditor.







APPENDIX 3-5-16






DATE(S)CASAS will expand the procedures for the approval of wet lease operations to ensure that the signing of the maintenance release is considered and that the responsibility for the airworthiness of the aircraft remains with the Lessor.

AIR 30 June 2011




APPENDIX 3-5-17






DATE(S)The CARS Part 6 will be amended to include requirements for an AMO to implement an SMS.

AIR &

Legal 30 June 2012

Procedures will be included in the Airworthiness Inspectors Handbook to implement these requirements. AIR 30 June 2012




APPENDIX 3-5-18



Suriname does not fully agree with the finding of the ICAO audit team. CASAS does ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and applicable procedures before issuance or renewal of an AMO certificate. The checklist utilized for the issuance of an AMO certificate referred to in the finding was adopted by the member States of the Regional Safety Oversight Organisation (CASSOS) but contained all requirements contained in the Airworthiness Handbook.



DATE(S)The checklist adopted by the member States of the Regional Safety Oversight Organisation (CASSOS) will be included in the Airworthiness Inspectors Handbook.


Through the establishment of a Quality Assurance System it will be ensured that procedures continue to be implemented as documented.





APPENDIX 3-5-19



Suriname does not fully agree with the finding of the ICAO audit team. CASAS has not established a periodic plan to perform annual aircraft inspections for the renewal of the certificates of airworthiness due to the fact that for a renewal of a certificate of airworthiness an application must be submitted to CASAS by the owner/operator. CASAS maintains a listing of all aircraft registered in Suriname which contains information on the current status of the certificate of airworthiness.



DATE(S)The Airworthiness Inspectors Handbook will be amended to include a categorization of findings in order to allow for the prioritization of corrective actions in a timely manner.

AIR 30 June 2011

Through the issuance of a “Decision Director CASAS” the industry will be informed of the system utilized for the categorization of findings with regard to the prioritization of required corrective actions.

AIR &

Legal 30 June 2011

Through the establishment of a Quality Assurance System it will be ensured that the annual continued surveillance programme is fully implemented.


CASAS will establish procedures in the Airworthiness Inspector’s Handbook detailing the process to effectively monitor the validity of Certificates of Airworthiness by means of the annual surveillance program.

AIR 31 January 2011




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DATE(S)Through the establishment of a Quality Assurance System it will be ensured that procedures are fully implemented. AIR 31 December 2011




APPENDIX 3-6-1

CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN PROPOSED BY SURINAME RELATED TO AIRCRAFT ACCIDENT AND INCIDENT INVESTIGATION





DATE(S)Suriname will amend the Civil Aviation Safety and Security Act so that it designates a board within Suriname to institute aircraft accidents and serious incidents investigations separated from judicial proceedings, with the sole objective of accident prevention and not to apportion blame or liability.


Suriname will promulgate regulations to ensure: a. that this board complies with the provisions of Annex 13. b. that the investigator-in-charge (IIC) has unhampered access

to and control over the scene of the accident, the wreckage and relevant material/evidence, including flight recorders and air traffic service (ATS) records.

c. that the IIC has the right to carry out detailed examination of relevant material/evidence without delay and to take statements from witnesses.

d. the non-disclosure of certain records for purposes other than accident or incident investigation, including: 1. cockpit voice recorder (CVR) recordings; 2. statements taken from persons by the investigation

authorities in the course of the investigation; 3. communications between persons having been involved

in the operation of the aircraft; 4. medical or private information regarding persons

involved in the accident or incident; ;



AUDIT FINDING AIG/01






DATE(S)5. recordings and transcriptions of recordings from air

traffic control units; 6. opinions expressed in the analysis of information,

including flight recorder information; and, 7. any record not relevant to the analysis of the accident or

incident. e. the participation of accredited representatives, under the

control of the IIC, in all aspects of the investigation, being be entitled to: 1. visit the scene of the accident; 2. examine the wreckage; 3. obtain witness information and suggest areas of

questioning; 4. have full access to all relevant evidence as soon as

possible; 5. receive copies of all pertinent documents; 6. participate in read-outs of recorded media; 7. participate in off-scene investigative activities such as

component examinations, technical briefings, tests and simulations.

f. the participation of experts of States which have special interest in an accident by virtue of fatalities or serious injuries to its citizens, being entitled to: 1. visit the scene of the accident; 2. have access to the relevant factual information; 3. participate in the identification of the victims; 4. assist in questioning surviving passengers who are

citizens of the State; 5. receive a copy of the final report.

g. coordination between the IIC and the judicial authorities. h. the re-opening of an investigation if new and significant

evidence becomes available. i. the protection of the evidence and maintain safe custody of

the aircraft and its contents for such a period as may be necessary for the purposes of an investigation, including protection against further damage, access by unauthorized persons, pilfering or deterioration.


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DATE(S)Through the establishment of a Quality Assurance System it will be ensured that the procedures for the amendment of the accident and serious incident investigation enabling regulations and national standards are implemented.


A complete review will be performed of the accident and incident investigation requirements in the CARS in relation to the SARPS of ICAO Annex 13 in order to identify differences and notifying these, if any, to ICAO.

Legal 30 June 2011




APPENDIX 3-6-3






DATE(S)Suriname will amend the Civil Aviation Safety and Security Act in order to establish an organizational structure for an effective investigation of aircraft accidents and serious incidents.





APPENDIX 3-6-4



Suriname does not agree with the finding of the ICAO audit team. CASAS ensures that at least one trained and experienced person employed by CASAS is in charge of aircraft accident and serious incident investigation duties.



DATE(S)The CASAS will ensure that all personnel employed and listed as an investigator of accidents and all incidents have received appropriate training as noted in the Accident & Incident Investigation Policy and Procedures Manual.





APPENDIX 3-6-5






DATE(S)The authority in charge of accident investigations will be provided with sufficient human resources to meet its national and international obligations related to aircraft accident investigations. Additional human resources will be added by CASAS to the investigation committee.

Director 30 June 2011

Procedures for ensuring a sufficient number of qualified personnel for the conduct of accident investigations will be included in the Accident & Incident Investigation Policy and Procedures Manual.

AIR 30 June 2011




APPENDIX 3-6-6






DATE(S)The CASAS will establish a job description for each investigator post.


The minimum qualification and experience requirements for aircraft accident investigators established in the Accident and Incident Investigation Policies and Procedures Manual will be updated and fully implemented.

FSDM 30 June 2011

The CASAS will include in the training requirements for investigators, training related to safety at the accident site. In addition thereto the Flight Safety Division Training System will be updated to include accident and incident investigation-related activities during OJT.





APPENDIX 3-6-7






DATE(S)The investigation authority will provide the various participants in the investigation with a letter of authority for the conduct of the investigation.

Director &

Attorney General

30 June 2011




APPENDIX 3-6-8






DATE(S)The CASAS will establish a mechanism in the Accident and Incident Investigation Policies and Procedures Manual to relieve its experts that participate in an investigation from their regular duties or adjust their regular duty scheme in order to avoid possible conflicts of interest.

FSDM 31 March 2011




APPENDIX 3-6-9






DATE(S)The CASAS will establish guidelines in the Accident and Incident Investigation Policies and Procedures Manual to ensure that investigators have their investigation field kits and essential personal items packed and ready to proceed without delay to the accident site, including provision of protective equipment, such as; protective overall, hard hats, goggles, face masks and protective clothing to protect the investigators against biological hazards.

FSDM 31 July 2011




APPENDIX 3-6-10



Suriname agrees with the finding of the ICAO audit team. Although the requirement for the investigation of all accidents is included in the ACT and CARS (see CARS 14.3) no specific policy is included in the Accident & Incident Investigation Policy and Procedures manual.



DATE(S)A clear policy defining Surinames’ responsibility for the conduct of all aircraft accident investigations falling under its jurisdiction will be included in the Accident & Incident Investigation Policy and Procedures Manual.

FSDM 30 June 2011




APPENDIX 3-6-11






DATE(S)Suriname will provide ICAO with all relevant and current contact information of its accident and incident investigation authority, including a contact that remains operational 24 hours a day.


The contact information for this authority will be included on the CASAS website. Director 31 December 2010




APPENDIX 3-6-12






DATE(S)The CASAS will establish a process to deal with notifications of accidents and incidents (forwarded within Suriname or forwarded by other States) during office hours as well as out of office hours.

FSDM 30 April 2011

The notification process as detailed in the Accident & Incident Investigation Policy and Procedures Manual will be updated. Pertinent details of this process will be posted on the CASAS website.

FSDM 30 April 2011




APPENDIX 3-6-13



Suriname agrees with the finding of the ICAO audit team. Although involved states were notified of all major accidents, the CASAS agrees that the ICAO was not informed in all instances.



DATE(S)As the State of Occurrence Suriname will ensure that notification procedures as required by CARS 14.2 are fully implemented in the case of all aircraft accidents. In addition the notification procedures as detailed in Accident & Incident Investigation Policy and Procedures Manual, will be expanded and implemented accordingly.

FSDM 30 June 2011




APPENDIX 3-6-14






DATE(S)The investigation authority will establish and implement processes for investigating serious incidents and the various types of accidents. These processes will be made part of the Accident & Incident Investigation Policy and Procedures Manual.

Accident Investigation Committee

& FSDM

30 June 2011




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DATE(S)The Investigation Authority will establish and implement policy and procedures to ensure:

a. that at least one experienced investigator is assigned to each investigation to provide the required level of experience during an investigation.

b. the preservation of each evidence of a transitory nature of the wreckage through photography or other appropriate means.

c. that it allows advisers assisting accredited representatives to participate in an investigation to the extent necessary to make the representatives’ participation effective.

d. that, when needed, expeditious medical examination of the flight crew, passengers and aviation personnel involved is conducted by a physician.

e. that, when needed, examination or testing of aircraft parts or components will be carried out in a thorough manner.


30 June 2011




APPENDIX 3-6-16






DATE(S)Suriname will update procedures to ensure through implementation thereof: a. That it informs the aviation security authorities immediately

if an act of unlawful interference was involved or is suspected.

b. That in the event of an accident or serious incident, all air traffic services communication recordings and documents associated with the flight are secured and placed in safe keeping.

c. Timely read-out of the flight recorders, and the analysis of the data contained therein.

d. That it complies with the provisions contained in Attachment D to Annex 13 regarding the choice of the read out facility and the participation of the State of Design/Manufacture and the State of the Operator in the flight recorder read-out and analysis activities.

e. That, as the State conducting the investigation, it invites to participate in the investigation: 1. The operator, when neither the State of Registry nor the

State of the Operator appoints an accredited representative;

2. The organizations responsible for the type design and the final assembly of the aircraft, when neither the State of Design nor the State of Manufacture appoints accredited representatives.

f. That relevant and timely information on the progress of the investigation will be provided to the families and accident survivors.

FSDM &


30 June 2011




APPENDIX 3-6-17






DATE(S)Suriname will update procedures detailed in the Accident & Incident Investigation Policy and Procedures Manual to ensure through implementation thereof, that: a. It provides the State conducting an investigation with all the

information and elements required throughout the investigation process.

b. It appoints an accredited representative, in particular when specifically requested to do so by the State conducting an investigation (for an accident to an aircraft of a maximum mass of over 2.250 kg).

c. It appoints advisers proposed, as applicable, by the operator or by the organizations responsible for the type design and the final assembly of the aircraft.

d. As a State having suffered fatalities or serious injuries to its citizens, it agrees to send an expert to the State of Occurrence.

FSDM 30 June 2011




APPENDIX 3-6-18






DATE(S)Suriname will update procedures to ensure through implementation thereof: a. That final reports are completed and released for all aircraft

accidents and serious incidents. b. That the format of the final report complies with the

provisions contained in the Appendix to Annex 13. c. The release of the final report as soon as possible. d. The consultation on the draft final report with all States

which participated in the investigation, inviting their substantiated comments on the report within sixty days from the date of the transmittal letter.

e. That a copy of the draft final report is sent for comment: 1. Through the State of the Operator to the operator; 2. Through the State of Design and State of Manufacture

to the organizations responsible for the type design and the final assembly of the aircraft.

f. That it will either amend the draft final report to include the substance of the comments received or, if desired by the State which provided the comments, append the comments to the final report.

g. That it sends the final report to all States involved, including any State having suffered fatalities or serious injuries to its citizens and any State which provided relevant information, significant facilities or experts.

Accident InvestigationCommittee

30 June 2011








DATE(S)h. That it sends the final report to ICAO for all investigated

accidents and incidents when the aircraft is of a mass of over 5.700 kg.

i. Preventing circulation, publishing, or giving unauthorized access to a draft report or any part thereof, or any documents obtained during an investigation without the express consent of the State which conducted the investigation, unless such reports or documents have been already published or released by that latter State.


30 June 2011


APPENDIX 3-6-19






DATE(S)Suriname will update procedures to ensure through implementation thereof, that: a. As the State conducting the investigation, it recommends to

the appropriate authorities, including those in other States, any preventive action which it considers necessary to be taken promptly to enhance aviation safety at any stage of an accident or incident investigation.

b. As the State conducting the investigation, it addresses, when appropriate, any safety recommendations arising from its investigations to accident investigation authorities in other State(s) concerned and, when ICAO documents are involved, to ICAO.

c. As the State receiving safety recommendations from other States, it informs the proposing State of the preventive action taken or under consideration or the reasons why no action will be taken.


30 June 2011




APPENDIX 3-6-20






DATE(S)Suriname will update procedures detailed in the Accident & Incident Investigation Policy and Procedures Manual to ensure through implementation thereof, that as the state conducting the investigation: a. it sends preliminary reports, when the aircraft involved in an

accident is of a maximum mass of over 2.250 kg, to all involved States and ICAO.

b. preliminary reports are submitted in one of the working languages of ICAO.

c. it sends accident data reports to ICAO, involving aircraft of a maximum mass of over 2.250 kg, as soon as practicable after the investigation; and

d. it sends incident data reports to ICAO for investigations into incidents to aircraft of a maximum mass of over 5.700 kg.

FSDM 30 June 2011




APPENDIX 3-6-21



Suriname does not fully agree with the finding of the ICAO audit team. Suriname has established regulations for the implementation of a voluntary non-punitive occurrence reporting system. (Reference CARS 14.8).



DATE(S)Procedures to implement the voluntary occurrence reporting system are presently being drafted. FSDM 31 December 2010




APPENDIX 3-6-22






DATE(S)The CASAS will fully implement the system adopted and will establish and implement procedures to effectively analyze the data to determine and promulgate any preventive actions required.

FSDM 31 December 2011




APPENDIX 3-7-1

CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN PROPOSED BY SURINAME RELATED TO AIR NAVIGATION SERVICES





DATE(S)Regulations will be promulgated to: a) specify communications requirements in accordance with the

provisions of annex 11 to the Chicago Convention; b) require the ATS provider to establish procedures to assist and

to safeguard strayed or unidentified aircraft; c) require the establishment and implementation of a runway

safety programme.

ANS Inspectorate

& Legal

31 December 2010


AUDIT FINDING ANS/01


APPENDIX 3-7-2






DATE(S)The CASAS will effectively implement the safety oversight system that it has developed in the air navigation field . CASAS policy and procedures on safety oversight of the providers responsible for ANS will be implemented by assigned ANS Inspectors. ANS Inspectors will start with a full audit of the ANS providers.

ANS Inspectorate 30 June 2011

A formal continued surveillance programme for the surveillance of the ATS provider will be established and implemented by assigned ANS Inspectors.





APPENDIX 3-7-3






DATE(S)The CASAS will establish a policy and procedures for the review and elimination of deficiencies identified within the framework of Planning and Implementation Regional Groups (PIRGs). A DDC containing the above will be issued in this regard.

ANS Inspectorate

& Legal

30 June 2011

CARS will be promulgated to include requirements for read-back of the safety related parts and other relevant information of ATC clearances and instructions. Procedures to ensure compliance with these requirements will be included in ANS Inspectors Handbook.

ANS Inspectorate

& Legal

31 December 2010




APPENDIX 3-7-4






DATE(S)The CARS will be promulgated to include requirements to ensure that ATC contingency procedures are established for: a) Radio communications contingencies; b) Emergency separation; c) term conflict alert (STCA); d) Minimum safe altitude warning (MSAW).

ANS Inspectorate

& Legal

31 December 2010




APPENDIX 3-7-5






DATE(S)Suriname will establish and implement an ATS safety management programme as part of the State Safety Program, taking into account the following requirements: a) identification of resources to support implementation of

systematic and appropriate ATS safety management programmes;

b) development of guidelines to implement systematic and appropriate ATS safety management programmes;

c) establishment of a requirement for ATS providers to implement a safety management system (SMS);

d) acceptance of the SMS established by ATS providers; e) the need to carry out oversight of the ATS SMS; f) establishment of the criteria to determine safety performance

indicators and safety performance targets to be used in monitoring safety performance as well as in assessing safety systems or new systems and procedures within the ATS system;


h) the inclusion of provisions for safety assessment to be carried out for any safety-related change to the ATC system in the SMS developed by the ATS providers;

i) adequate provision for post-implementation monitoring to verify that the defined level of safety continues to be met;

j) inclusion of clearly-defined lines of responsibility in the SMS developed by the ATS providers, including direct accountability for safety on the part of senior management.





APPENDIX 3-7-6






DATE(S)The CARS will be promulgated to establish general regulatory criteria as a basis for procedure design in accordance with ICAO PANS OPS provisions.

ANS Inspectorate

& Legal

31 December 2010

The CASAS will: a) through oversight policy and procedures ensure that the

entity responsible for PANS OPS develop procedures in accordance with the criteria promulgated by Suriname; The ANS Inspectors Handbook will be amended in this regard to include specific continued surveillance procedures regarding PANS OPS.

b) develop and implement procedures for the establishment of airdrome operating minima; A DDC will be issued in this regard;

c) through oversight policy and procedures ensure that the entity responsible for developing the flight procedures publishes the obstacle clearance altitude/height (OCA/H). The ANS Inspectors Handbook will be amended in to include specific continued surveillance procedures regarding the publication of OCA/H.





APPENDIX 3-7-7






DATE(S)The CASAS will establish and implement a safety oversight system for the ANS areas of: PANS-OPS, AIS, MAP, CNS, MET and SAR which includes: a) clearly defined functions and responsibilities of the

inspectorate staff; these will be included in the ANS Inspector’s Handbook.

b) job descriptions for inspectorate staff; these will be included in the Organizational Manual.

c) minimum qualifications and experience requirements; these will be included in the Organizational Manual.

d) a system with time frame for elimination of deficiencies identified; this system will be detailed in the ANS Inspector’s Handbook.

ANS Inspectorate

& Legal

30 November 2010




APPENDIX 3-7-8






DATE(S)A flight procedures design office will be established which will have the responsibility for the development and maintenance of visual and instrument flight procedures.

AIS Provider 31 December 2012

The CASAS will oversee the process of development and maintenance of visual and instrument flight procedures.


Regulations will be promulgated to require that: a) minimum qualification requirements for procedures

specialists and/or service providers who are responsible for the design of flight procedures are established;

b) PANS OPS service providers develop a training programme for PANS OPS technical staff;

c) the PANS OPS service provider has developed job description for its technical staff;

d) PANS OPS service providers maintain training records for PANS OPS technical staff;

e) all procedure design documentation is retained to allow correction of any data anomalies or errors found during the production, maintenance or operational use of the procedure.

ANS Inspectorate

& Legal

31 December 2011




APPENDIX 3-7-9






DATE(S)Regulations will be promulgated to require that a properly organized quality system for the provision of AIS and MET services is established in accordance with the provisions of the Annexes 3 and 15 to the Chicago Convention.

ANS Inspectorate

& Legal

31 December 2010

Inspections will be conducted by CASAS as part of the ANS continued surveillance program to ensure the implementation of the quality system for the provision of AIS and MET services.





APPENDIX 3-7-10






DATE(S)Regulations will be promulgated to require that ATS, AIS, MET, CNS, SAR and cartographic service providers develop a training programme for their technical staff.

ANS Inspectorate

& Legal

31 December 2010

Through continued surveillance by CASAS it will be ensured that the training program is established, regularly updated and that training is being provided in accordance with the program.





APPENDIX 3-7-11






DATE(S)Through the establishment of a Quality Assurance System it will be ensured that aeronautical data quality requirements, related to publication resolution, data integrity and charting, are in accordance with the provisions of Annex 15, Appendix 7, Tables A7-1 to A7-5 and Tables 1 to 5 in Appendix 6 of Annex 4 and that the information provided and the aeronautical charts made available are comprehensive and accurate and that they are maintained up to date by a revision service.





APPENDIX 3-7-12






DATE(S)A cartographic service will be established which will outsource part of the charts production process to an agency.


Regulations will be promulgated to require that: a) the cartographic service provider has developed job

descriptions for its cartographic technical staff; b) the cartographic service provider maintains training records

for cartographic technical staff.

ANS Inspectorate

& Legal

31 December 2011

Through continued surveillance by CASAS it will be ensured that the Regulations are being implemented.





APPENDIX 3-7-13






DATE(S)

Regulations will be promulgated to require periodic flight inspections.

ANS Inspectorate

& Legal

31 December 2010

Regulations will be promulgated to require that the entity operating CNS systems and facilities has developed job descriptions for its technical staff.

ANS Inspectorate

& Legal

31 December 2010

Through continued surveillance by CASAS it will be ensured that periodic flight inspections are being conducted and that the entity operating CNS systems and facilities has developed job descriptions for its technical staff.





APPENDIX 3-7-14






DATE(S)Regulations will be promulgated to require that: a) the wind sensors for local routine reports are appropriately sited to give the best practicable indication of


b) MET watch offices issue SIGMET messages, including those for volcanic ash and tropical cyclones;

c) provisions related to special air-reports, including those for volcanic ash, are being adhered to concerning their relay to the relevant MET offices;

d) MET offices issue wind shear warnings for aerodromes where wind shear is considered as a safety factor; and

e) the following reports are issued in accordance with the format in Annex 3: 1. local routine and local special reports; 2. METAR and SPECI; 3. TAF; 4. SIGMET and AIRMET; and 5. aerodrome warning and wind shear warning.

ANS Inspectorate

& Legal

31 December 2010

Through continued surveillance by CASAS it will be ensured that the above is being implemented.





APPENDIX 3-7-15






DATE(S)The CASAS will, through its continued surveillance policy and procedures, ensure that: a) an entity, which provides SAR services within its territory on

a 24 hour basis, ensures that assistance is rendered to persons in distress;

b) arrangements are made with neighboring States to provide SAR services;

c) the SAR services system includes a legal framework, a responsible authority, organized available resources and a workforce skilled in coordination and operational functions;

d) a joint RCC to coordinate aeronautical and maritime SAR operations is established, or that, when separate aeronautical and maritime RCCs serve the same area, there is closest practicable coordination between the centers;

e) elements of public or private services suitably located and equipped for SAR operations are designated, as SAR units;

f) its SAR organization coordinates with those of neighboring States..





APPENDIX 3-7-16






DATE(S)The CASAS will ensure that Suriname signs international letters of agreement to permit, subject to such conditions as maybe prescribed by the competent authorities, entry into its territory of SAR units of other States for the purpose of searching for the site of aircraft accidents and rescuing survivors of such accidents and to provide, when requested, assistance to other RCCs, including assistance in the form of aircraft, vessels, persons or equipment.





APPENDIX 3-7-17






DATE(S)The entity providing SAR services will arrange for all aircraft, vessels and local services and facilities which do not form part of the SAR organization, to cooperate fully with the latter in SAR and to extend any possible assistance to the survivors of aircraft accidents.

SAR Provider 31 December 2011




APPENDIX 3-7-18






DATE(S)The CASAS will ensure through its continued surveillance policy and procedures that: a) each RCC and, as appropriate, RSC is staffed 24 hours a day

by trained and qualified personnel proficient in the use of the language used for radiotelephony communications;

b) each RCC and RSC employ sufficient workforce skilled in coordination and operational functions;

c) each RCC and, if appropriate, RSC develop written job descriptions for each of their technical staff;

d) each RCC and, if appropriate, RSC maintain training records for their technical staff;

e) RCC personnel involved in the conduct of radiotelephony communications are proficient in the use of the English language;

f) arrangements are made for the use of SAR units and other available facilities to assist any aircraft or its occupants who are or appear to be in a state of emergency;

g) the closest practicable coordination exists between the relevant aeronautical and maritime authorities to provide for the most effective and efficient SAR services;

h) each RCC in the Suriname has prepared detailed plans of operation for the conduct of SAR operations within its SRR;






APPENDIX 3-8-1

CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN PROPOSED BY SURINAME RELATED TO AERODROMES


Suriname does not agree with the finding of the ICAO audit team. Criteria for certification of Aerodromes are in included in the CARS Part 12. Procedures for implementation of these criteria are included in the Aerodrome Inspectors Handbook. In accordance with CARS Part 12, the International Airport is in the process of being certified and thus Suriname has implemented an aerodrome certification process.



DATE(S)The CASAS will issue an Advisory Pamphlet as industry guidance material regarding the aerodrome certification process.

AGA &



AUDIT FINDING AGA/01


APPENDIX 3-8-2






DATE(S)The CASAS aerodrome certification process will be amended to include the need for referrals to competent State entities, as appropriate, for their clearance with the necessary documentation. This requirement will be included in the CARS and industry guidance will be issued in the form of an Advisory Pamphlet.

AGA &





APPENDIX 3-8-3






DATE(S)The CASAS will develop and implement a procedure, which will be included in the Aerodrome Inspectors Handbook, to ensure that the aerodrome certificate contains appropriate information, including the type of use of the aerodrome.

AGA 31 March 2011

The CASAS will establish and implement a procedure for amending the aerodrome certificate which will include a process for assessment of all elements that could be affected by the change. This procedure will be included in the Aerodrome Inspectors Handbook.

AGA 31 March 2011




APPENDIX 3-8-4






DATE(S)The CASAS will establish and implement procedures, which will be included in the Aerodromes Inspectors Handbook, to ensure that up-to date copies of approved Aerodrome Manuals are kept by the Aerodromes section.

AGA 31 March 2011




APPENDIX 3-8-5






DATE(S)The Aerodrome Inspectors Handbook will be amended to include: a) a process for the verification of the accuracy of

aerodrome data to ensure compliance with the regulations; and

b) a quality system for ensuring that the accuracy, integrity and protection requirements for aeronautical data reported by the aerodrome operator are met throughout the data transfer process.

AGA 31 March 2011




APPENDIX 3-8-6






DATE(S)CASAS will issue an Advisory Pamphlet regarding the use of pavement by an aircraft with an aircraft classification number (ACN) higher than the reported pavement classification number (PCN).

AGA &

Legal 30 June 2011




APPENDIX 3-8-7






DATE(S)The CARS will be amended to require that an aerodrome operator has a process for determining and providing relevant information that a runway or part of, may be slippery when wet, including the minimum friction level for reporting of slippery conditions and the type of measuring device used.

AGA &

Legal 30 June 2011

Procedures for the implementation of this requirement will be included in the Aerodrome Inspectors Handbook. AGA 30 June 2011




APPENDIX 3-8-8






DATE(S)The CARS will be amended to include regulations on the provision of RESAs at aerodromes.

AGA &

Legal 30 June 2011

Requirements to ensure that the runway surroundings are safe for use by aircraft in the event of non-availability of RESA and an aircraft overrunning or undershooting a runway will be included in the CARS.

AGA &

Legal 30 June 2011

Procedures to ensure the implementation of the above will be included in the Aerodrome Inspectors Handbook. AGA 30 June 2011




APPENDIX 3-8-9






DATE(S)CARS will be promulgated to require that aerodrome operators: a) ensure the provision of primary and secondary power

supplies; b) implement a method of monitoring lighting system

reliability and indicate any fault, appropriate to the type and level of operations;

c) establishing maintenance level objectives for visual aids as part of the aerodrome operator’s preventive maintenance programme; and


AGA &


Procedures to ensure that Aerodrome operators implement the above will be included in the Aerodrome Inspectors Handbook.

AGA 31 December 2010




APPENDIX 3-8-10






DATE(S)CARS will be promulgated and continued surveillance inspections will be conducted to ensure that aerodrome operators comply with the frangibility and height restrictions for equipment or installations near or on a runway, on the non-graded portion of a runway strip, on precision approach runways, or which are obstacles of operational significance;

AGA &


CARS will be promulgated to require that runway strips are free of objects unless they are needed for air navigation purposes and meet frangibility requirements; and

AGA &


The CASAS will conduct continued surveillance inspections to ensure that aerodrome operators implement the requirements of objects on runway strips.





APPENDIX 3-8-11






DATE(S)The content requirements of an aerodrome manual in the CARS will be amended to require a system for integration of an aerodrome operator’s plan for lighting, signs and markings as a whole into the aerodrome’s runway incursion and collision avoidance strategy.

AGA &


Procedures to ensure implementation of the above will be included in the Inspectors Handbook. AGA 31 December 2010




APPENDIX 3-8-12






DATE(S)The content requirements of an aerodrome manual in the CARS will be amended to include procedures to prevent aircraft from entering permanently closed runways and taxiways by obliterating the runway and taxiway markings and removing lights.

AGA &


Through continued surveillance inspections, CASAS will ensure that the requirements are being implemented. These procedures will be included to the Aerodromes Inspectors Handbook.





APPENDIX 3-8-13






DATE(S)The CARS will be amended to include regulations on: a) marking and lighting of obstacles on or in the vicinity

of aerodromes; b) marking permanent and temporary movement area

closures meeting location and characteristics specifications;

c) ensuring the use of taxi side stripe markings on taxiways and aprons to distinguish non-load bearing surfaces from load bearing areas;



f) ensuring that aerodrome operators comply with the requirements to extinguish, screen or otherwise modify non-aeronautical lights which could present a hazard to aircraft.

AGA &


The procedures for implementation of the above are already included in the Aerodromes Inspectors Handbook. Through continued surveillance inspections, CASAS ensures that the requirements are being implemented.




APPENDIX 3-8-14






DATE(S)The CARS will be amended to include regulations on: a. the precautions to be taken in relation to surface debris

and regularity on runway, taxiway and apron pavements and their shoulders.

b. the measurement of runway friction characteristics including defining the minimum maintenance level; and

c. maintaining good friction characteristics and low rolling resistance on runways.

AGA &






APPENDIX 3-8-15






DATE(S)The CARS will be amended to include regulations in accordance with Annex 14, Volume I to ensure that: a) aerodrome emergency plans are developed, tested and

reviewed periodically, as stipulated in the Annex; b) aerodrome operators, when developing emergency

plans, observe human factors principles; and c) the aerodrome has plans for the removal of disabled

aircraft including arrangements for the co-ordinators to be designated, the rapid availability and deployment of salvage and removal equipment, and the protection of evidence, custody etc. in accordance with Annex 13.

AGA &






APPENDIX 3-8-16






DATE(S)The CARS will be amended to include regulations to: a) ensure that RFF services are provided at all

aerodromes; b) ensure that appropriate level of RFF services are

provided at aerodromes; c) establish RFF agent specifications, including

quantities and discharge rates; d) prescribe the minimum number of RFF vehicles

together with associated building facilities to meet the objectives of RFF service provision;

e) ensure that aerodrome operators provide training for fire fighting personnel including live fire drills; and

f) ensure that there are sufficient trained personnel to operate all RFF equipment at maximum capacity to meet the operational objective of RFF service.

AGA &






APPENDIX 3-8-17






DATE(S)The CARS will be amended to include: a) regulations on assessing the bird strike hazard at an

aerodrome; and b) regulations for aerodrome operators to control the

development of facilities likely to attract birds on or in the vicinity of an aerodrome.

AGA &


The CASAS will issue an Advisory Pamphlet as industry guidance material on assessing the bird strike hazard at an aerodrome.

AGA &

Legal 28 February 2011




APPENDIX 3-8-18






DATE(S)The CARS will be amended to include regulations for ensuring: a) the visual monitoring of aircraft stand clearances and

control of vehicle movement on aprons; and b) the availability of fire extinguishing equipment and

trained personnel during ground servicing of aircraft.

AGA &






APPENDIX 3-8-19






DATE(S)Suriname will establish a State Safety Programme. Director 31 December 2011 Implementation of an SMS is required in the CARS as part of the certification process of an aerodrome. Through continued surveillance the implementation of a Safety Management System by aerodrome operators will ensured.


The CARS will be amended to include regulations which define the circumstances and rationale for the conduct of aeronautical study/risk assessment.

AGA &





APPENDIX 3-8-20






DATE(S)The CARS will be amended with regulations related to the design and operations of heliports in accordance with Annex 14, Volume II for: a) the measurement and reporting to AIS of geographical

coordinates for obstacles; and b) FATOs for helicopters.

AGA &


Through continued surveillance inspections, CASAS will ensure the implementation of requirements related to: a) safety areas surrounding FATO’s for helicopters; b) OLS and sectors; c) wind direction indicators, including characteristics and

location; d) approach lighting, including characteristics and

location; e) touchdown and lift-off area lighting systems at

heliports, including characteristics and location; f) visual approach slope indicators at heliports.

AGA 30 June 2011

The procedures for implementation of the above will be included in the Aerodromes Inspectors Handbook. AGA 28 February 2011

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Documents

SURINAME CSA Final Report copycfapp.icao.int/fsix/AuditReps/CSAfinal/Suriname_Final_CSA_Report.pdf · 3.1.1 The primary legislation governing civil aviation in Suriname is the Civil