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Salute the committed, hard-working members of JCAA ODAY I join with the board, management and staff of the Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority (JCAA) Tas they celebrate 25 years of existence in the air transportation sector. The JCAA plays a pivotal role in Jamaica’s development, and is a shining example of the outstanding work of our local regulatory body in improving the island’s aviation industry. Indeed, the JCAA has observed the highest aviation standards which places it as a leading entity in the Continued region and across the world. Jamaica’s aviation industry and its professionals are respected throughout the region and within the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), pri- success for marily due to the dedicated team of management, staff and board of directors. Since its inception, the JCAA has excelled in its role years to as the primary regulator of the local aviation industry, providing leadership and oversight while ensuring its efficiency, safety, adherence to international standards, come! and sustainable development. On behalf of the Government and people of Jamaica, JOIN with the Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority (JCAA) in cele- I salute the hard-working and committed men and brating their 25th anniversary of the organisation’s founding. women of the JCAA who, through their consistent I The JCAA emerged out of the Civil Aviation Department efforts, ensure the proper functioning of the industry (CAD), which was established in 1947. Their collective history has even in the midst of the present challenging global produced an impressive record of spearheading industry-wide pandemic – COVID-19. safety regulations and necessary air navigation services. Jointly, The JCAA is critical to the continued economic and The JCAA has excelled in its role the organisation celebrates ‘25 Strong, 75 years along!’ social evolution of Jamaica, and the achievements of the The JCAA is responsible for many vital services related to national development targets outlined in Vision 2030. as the primary regulator of the aviation, including air navigation, economic regulation, safety On achieving your milestone 25th anniversary, I ex- and security oversight, and corporate services. press the gratitude of all Jamaicans, as the authority local aviation industry, providing Jamaica is grateful for the JCAA’s vigilant oversight and commit- continues to work in service to our wonderful nation, leadership and oversight while ment to excellence in aviation, a field in which nothing less will do. Jamaica land we love. I wish for the JCAA many more Congratulations to the entire JCAA team on this milestone years and future successes. ensuring its efficiency, safety, achievement. I wish you continued success for years to come!

ANDREW HOLNESS adherence to international standards, MARK J. GOLDING Prime Minister “ Leader of the Opposition and sustainable development. 142 JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY 25TH ANNIVERSARY NAME OF FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2021 25 years of outstanding achievements and impact IVIL AVIATION has been a part outline that Jamaica’s history of throughout all phases of a flight. We of the backbone of Jamaica’s being a pacesetter in safe-indus- continue to enhance the operations Ctransportation industry for try regulation and air navigation of the aviation industry through the generations. It is far more than services provision began with the procurement of new, cutting-edge just pilots and flight attendants on establishment of the Civil Aviation ATFM software technologies to flights from major airports. This in- Department (CAD) in 1947, 75 years boost aviation safety. dustry includes commercial carriers ago. The JCAA represents the em- The Government will maintain the operating from our airports, by way bodiment of the foundations laid highest possible safety standards for of private jets, air traffic control, air- We must recognise by CAD in its purpose to ensure aircraft, passengers and airport staff port management, manufacturing, the outstanding the compliance of all air operators through the Airport Authority of maintenance and the employees with international and local rules Jamaica regulations, ICAO require- who take good care of our luggage achievements and and regulations, effecting the safe ments and other relevant legislation between flights. and expeditious flow of air traffic while aiming at improving environ- The Jamaica Civil Aviation impacts of the JCAA within Jamaica’s airspace. mental performance. Authority (JCAA) is one of the in its operations and maintain the The need to transform the CAD A great deal remains to be done pivotal agencies involved in the standard that we have come to the commercial development of the from a civil service agency to a in order to meet the targets set Government’s thrust for the safety know and appreciate. aviation sector as industry-global statutory entity was necessary for out by and for the JCAA. I am en- and expansion of the aviation sector, Aviation in many respects is a ‘na- priorities,“ therefore, remain at the modernising the department and couraged to know that the work promoting the safe, orderly and effi- tional asset’ and the Government forefront of our consideration as keeping apace with the growth of continues in a coordinated and fo- cient development of Jamaica’s air recognises the importance of this we continue to develop the sector. civil aviation locally and worldwide. cused manner to maintain the pos- transport sector. The JCAA contin- mode of transport in an integrated We must recognise the outstand- The JCAA was, therefore, established itive momentum of civil aviation in ues to focus on various programmes approach to development. The ing achievements and impacts of by the Civil Aviation (Amendment) the region and around the world. with a strategic and long-term view ongoing developments within the JCAA, an organisation which Act 1995, and became operational Congratulations to the Jamaica Civil to maintaining the gains made in the sector, therefore, places an has carried the torch of civil avia- on May 6, 1996. Aviation Authority on this anniver- aviation safety, security and growth. obligation on all stakeholders to tion for 25 strong years, not just for The ministry, through the JCAA, sary celebration under the theme, Even faced with the challenges collaborate to take advantage of Jamaica but for the region. With its continues to implement the nec- ‘25 Strong, 75 years along’! of the COVID-19 pandemic, civil the opportunities, and respond to commitment and sincerity, the JCAA essary measures to facilitate this aviation, as with many other in- new and emerging trends in the has proven its worth and has gained priority. This is done through col- ROBERT MONTAGUE dustries, has felt its impact but has sector. Environmental sustainability, much-deserved recognition. laboration with stakeholders to en- Minister of Transport and managed to remain above ground safety and security, facilitation and It would be remiss of me not to sure an optimum flow of air traffic Mining

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JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY 25TH ANNIVERSARY NAME OF FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2021 153 Critical in adopting Thank you, JCAA, for your contribution to tourism int’l aviation standards development CONGRATULATE the Jamaica Civil Aviation I AM pleased to extend sincere congrat- Authority (JCAA) on 25 years of operation, ulations to the management and staff of Iand for building on the foundation of the the Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority, as you Civil Aviation Department (CAD), which was proudly celebrate your 25th anniversary. established nearly 75 years ago. As minister of tourism, I am heartened by Air transportation is undoubtedly a major your success and thank you for the significant industry in its own right, and it also facilitates contribution you have made to the devel- other important industries such as interna- opment of Jamaica’s tourism industry. We tional tourism, global supply chains, and are proud to have you as a tourism partner movement of people, goods and services. As and laud you for achieving this important a civil aviation authority, the JCAA is critical milestone in such fine style. in ensuring the adoption of critical interna- As a body, the Jamaica Civil Aviation tional aviation standards, and providing ef- Authority forms part of the series of mov- fective industry safety and security oversight ing parts that work together to help our in- and air navigation services. dustry operate seamlessly. The impeccable The JCAA celebrates its 25th year of op- Jamaica has also experienced the brunt of service you provide makes you one of our key eration during unprecedented times. The the impacts of the pandemic, and the role of partners, and aids our efforts to rebuild our attractions and properties, which are COVID- global pandemic has significantly impacted the JCAA in supporting the revival of the air tourism sector in a strategic way, to ensure 19 compliant. the air industry; in 2020, according to the transportation industry is critical. that it is more inclusive and surpasses our Once again, I congratulate the entire team International Air Transport Association, inter- On your 25th anniversary, I would like to pre-pandemic record arrivals and earnings. at the Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority, led national air passenger traffic declined by ap- extend my heartiest congratulations to the We, therefore, commend you on the critical by Nari Williams-Singh, for its outstanding proximately 60 per cent, the UN World Tourism Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority. As we forge role you continue to play in this very impor- contribution to the development of our Organisation estimates international tourism ahead in recovering stronger, your role is crucial. tant process. all-important tourism sector and wish you receipts declined by approximately US$1.1 We also commit to doing our part in en- continued success in the years to come. trillion; and global merchandise trade vol- DR NIGEL CLARKE suring that once our visitors arrive on our ume declined by approximately nine per cent, Minister of Finance and the shores, they are able to enjoy memorable EDMUND BARTLETT according to the World Trade Organisation. Public Service and safe experiences at our many world-class Minister of Tourism

Mature and extremely competent after only

25 years After 25 years, T’S PERHAPS difficult to believe air services arrangements in a tour- successful in achieving Category that up to 1996, a mere 25 years ism-dependent economy. One. everything may not Iago, Jamaica’s civil aviation over- It was in that environment that The professional staff recruited, be perfect, but the sight in flight safety, operations the Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority including many outstanding and investigations were being con- (JCAA) was born as a new act was Jamaican aviation professionals, car- JCAA is a mature and ducted by the British Civil Aviation passed by Parliament. The Civil ried out the work under Lieutenant and extremely competent regula- Authority (BCAA). Aviation Department (CAD) of the Colonel Torrance O’Gilvie. The staff tory body executing its mandate extremely competent Thirty-four years after Ministry of Transport gave birth to successors have continued in this with professionalism and industry “ regulatory body Independence, Jamaica still de- this new organisation on which vein and once again, Jamaica is a respect. It is the human resources pended on British officers, visiting the restoration of Jamaica’s civil respected country in international at the JCAA which have contributed executing its mandate once a month, to provide these ser- aviation standards and oversight air service and civil aviation. immensely to this achievement. vices so that our international obli- totally depended. This included the No assessment of the brilliance of I congratulate the authority on with professionalism gations set out by the International achievement of full Category One the work over these years could be this important milestone of 25 years, and industry respect. It Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) status to once again conduct our complete without also recognising and extend my best wishes for many could be satisfied. own oversight. the contribution of the then solicitor more years of success. is the human resources Some will recall that this situation The then minister, Robert general, Dr Ken Rattray, himself an God bless you all. and the lack of modern civil aviation Pickersgill, had the foresight to ap- expert of international repute in civil at the JCAA which have legislation and regulations landed point an independent board under aviation law. MIKAEL PHILLIPS contributed immensely us in the Category Two designation the chairmanship of Mike Vicens, After 25 years, everything may not Opposition Spokesman on by the ICAO, thereby limiting our which led that initial work and was be perfect, but the JCAA is a mature Housing, Transport and Works to this achievement. 164 JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY 25TH ANNIVERSARY NAME OF FEATURE FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2021 ADVERTISEMENT JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY 25TH ANNIVERSARY NAME OF FEATURE FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2021 5 Efforts at creating safe air transport system greatly appreciated

T IS with immense pride and these two milestones, I would Jamaica’s aviation, economic, so- I invite all joy that we celebrate the 25th like to commend the past and cial, international relations and Ianniversary of the Jamaica Civil present members of the author- other interests. Furthermore, the Jamaicans Aviation Authority (JCAA), and con- ity for the pivotal role their con- JCAA’s continued excellence in the currently, the 75th anniversary of tributions to Jamaica’s aviation performance of these responsibili- to join me in Jamaican aviation. The great strides industry has played and contin- ties plays a critical role in Jamaica’s congratulating made by the JCAA in spearhead- ues to play in national social and achievement of its Vision 2030 ing aviation excellence, since its economic development. goals. the professionals official founding on May 6, 1996, The full extent of the work done I am honoured for the opportu- heralds a mammoth achievement by aviation professionals is often nity to serve alongside my fellow, of“ the JCAA on 25 that deserves to be commended not readily recognised or under- dedicated members of the JCAA’s years of remarkable and celebrated. However, it is es- stood by the public; however, its board of directors, as well as the sential that we also highlight that importance to the economy of JCAA’s team members – a group service. Your efforts the bedrock of safe industry reg- any country is invaluable. In its of professionals who have com- towards creating a ulation and air navigation services role as the regulatory body and mitted their time, effort, and talent provision by Jamaica, commenced air navigation services provider to the advancement of Jamaica’s safe and efficient nearly three-quarters of a century for Jamaica’s air transport industry, aviation industry. Your service, es- ago with the establishment of the the JCAA ensures the adoption of pecially during the current period of air transportation Civil Aviation Department on April mission-critical international avia- challenges, has helped to buttress service. Your efforts towards cre- system for all 1, 1947. tion standards; provides effective Jamaica’s economic stability and ating a safe and efficient air trans- The 25th-anniversary theme, industry safety and security over- maintain normalcy, when all else portation system for all Jamaicans Jamaicans ‘25 Strong, 75 Years Along’, per- sight; provides reliable, safe and seems unstable. is greatly appreciated. is greatly fectly encapsulates the role of expeditious air navigation services; I invite all Jamaicans to join me in the JCAA in Jamaica’s rich avi- and promotes the development congratulating the professionals of LLOYD POMMELLS, OD, JP appreciated. ation history. As we recognise of air transport, while advancing the JCAA on 25 years of remarkable JCAA Chairman

186 JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY 25TH ANNIVERSARY NAME OF FEATURE FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2021 Built by team members with unyielding commitment ODAY, I proudly join my fellow team members of the Jamaica TCivil Aviation Authority (JCAA) in celebrating 25 years of our or- ganisation’s rich history of service to Jamaica. On this occasion, we also recognise 75 years of sterling growth and development within Jamaica’s aviation industry, since the establishment of the Civil Aviation Department in 1947. It is a time of reflection, but more so, a time to pay homage to all team members, stakeholders, partners and entities who helped to make this colossal achievement possible. Despite Jamaica’s relatively small size, our country boasts a long and We cannot appropriately cele- distinguished history in the field brate this important 25th anniver- of aviation, starting with the first sary milestone for the JCAA without recorded flight in 1911. This feat, highlighting the many profession- which mirrors our industry’s impact, als whose expertise and dedicated occurred merely eight years after service have contributed to the or- the world’s first-ever flight by the ganisation’s success over the years. Wright brothers. In the decades fol- We pay homage to our regulatory lowing that landmark flight, Jamaica division team members, our air navi- has built a world-renowned and gation services personnel, corporate internationally respected air trans- services team, and director general’s port system that earned Jamaica a office team members. During my Category 1 safety ranking from the time at the JCAA, I have had the US Federal Aviation Administration pleasure of serving with some of the (FAA) in 1997 and exceeds the most hard-working, distinguished world-average performance for the and dedicated professionals I have effective implementation of appli- ever encountered. These men and cable international standards and women give their all in service to recommended practices. Jamaica Jamaica, with the understanding has maintained these performances that their contributions form part and ranking, and our continuing of a greater purpose – that of main- accomplishments are, in no small taining and improving Jamaica’s measure, due to the hard work of aviation industry as a bedrock of the committed professionals of the trade, tourism, travel, connectivity JCAA. and progress for Jamaica and other The 25th anniversary theme, ‘25 nations. The respect that Jamaica Strong, 75 Years Along’, demon- enjoys internationally in the field strates and captures the strong of aviation is undoubtedly due, in and continuously upward bridge great measure, to their unyielding connecting the past to the present. commitment. It also aptly reflects the pride which I also extend sincere gratitude to professionals at the JCAA hold in our local and international partners, their work and organisation, which whose contributions, cooperation is indeed built on a strong foun- and support have been invaluable dation – one that is consistently to the JCAA’s success. Your work has growing, evolving and improving. PLEASE SEE TEAM, 8 JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY 25TH ANNIVERSARY NAME OF FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2021 197 Happy 25th Earned and deserves anniversary, JCAA! every accolade VER THE last 100 years, HOUGH THE Jamaica Civil education, medicine and Aviation Authority (JCAA) aviation have steadfastly Tplays an extremely crucial O role in our country’s economy, it is maintained the enviable position of being the sectors that have possible that some persons may not made the largest global impact. know, or take this critical role for All three areas are served by granted. The JCAA impacts nearly Jamaica has been and has always offered regulatory every single aspect of day-to-day personnel with specialised skills, oversight, air navigational service with aviation being, simultane- and continues to be life in Jamaica. As the most widely delivery and aviation training at encompassing union in Jamaica, ously, the most technologically recognised by all the the highest levels. Jamaica has across all industry types, the advanced and the smallest of the aviation stakeholders been and continues to be recog- Bustamante Industrial Trade Union three. nised by all the aviation stake- (BITU) can attest at first hand to this The global aviation commu- globally, as operating in the entire world. The JCAA has holders globally, as operating at invaluable service you provide to nity is, indeed, small (in terms of earned and deserves every one of at the highest the highest standards of safety our country. number of personnel), but vast its many accolades to date. It is a standards of safety and and service delivery. Over the YOUR GLOBALLY recognised cer- in terms of languages, cultures, source of tremendous pride to see last 25 years, the Jamaica Civil tification, rating and competence and varying areas of specialisation. service delivery. an institution in our little island con- “ Aviation Authority has been allow aircraft from every country Notwithstanding, we all operate sistently standing at the pinnacle of service and standards form the charged with carrying the man- in the world to have full confidence under the same lofty and safe- among the world’s 244 developed basis of the bond that makes the tle for the nation, and has done flying into Jamaica and its airspace. ty-centric principles and stand- aviation community a well-oiled so successfully. This has created tremendous oppor- and developing nations. ards of service that have made family, with unparalleled global It is with this in mind, that the tunities in the import and export The BITU is proud to be a signif- our contribution to humanity impact. management association at the markets, tourism, finance and allied icant part of this journey, in pro- and global progress invaluable. Jamaica is currently celebrating Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority services, agriculture, manufactur- viding top-class representation of This cooperation and uniformity 75 years of operation in aviation, wishes the Jamaican aviation sector ing, telecommunications, educa- the JCAA’s first-class staff, who have a ‘Happy 75th anniversary’, and the tion, global logistics – industries made and maintained the JCAA as Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority a currently and proudly represented a world-class entity. ‘Happy 25th anniversary!’ by the BITU. Congratulations on your 25th! We are, indeed, ‘25 Years Strong, The work to maintain this rating 75 Years Along’. and certification has not been easy, SENATOR KAVAN A. GAYLE and is not only at the top of the tier President General, Bustamante DR FABIAN DIXON in the Caribbean, but among those Industrial Trade Union JCAA – A leader in TEAM regional aviation CONTINUED FROM 7 assisted and guided our organisation ONGRATULATIONS TO on the path to shared success, and the Jamaica Civil Aviation for this we remain forever grateful. CAuthority (JCAA) on 25 Let us, as we celebrate, remem- landmark years as a leader in the ber aviation’s lesson that challenges Jamaican aviation industry. Having remain endemic to the road of pro- taken up the responsibility to en- gression. Strength and growth will force the Civil Aviation Regulations, continue to come only through the authority has grown into a first- continuous effort, collaboration class agency of the Government of and cooperation. Jamaica, as well as a leader in the The JCAA remains steadfast in its region in aviation. commitment towards improving, The accomplishments are many. and efficiently and safely regulat- The Jamaica Aviation Inspectors ing Jamaica’s aviation industry. We Association applauds the effort of will continue to proudly serve and this relatively young organisation in engage all local, regional, and inter- achieving world-class standards and national partners, as we cooperate looks forward to working together The Jamaica Aviation to ensure the further development for greater achievements. Inspectors Association of a safe, efficient, innovative and modern aviation industry for all GARY CARR applauds the effort of Jamaicans and our stakeholders. President of the Jamaica this relatively young Aviation Inspectors NARI WILLIAMS-SINGH Association organisation JCAA Director General 208 JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY 25TH ANNIVERSARY NAME OF FEATURE FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, MAY“ 2, 2021 ADVERTISEMENT JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY 25TH ANNIVERSARY NAME OF FEATURE FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2021 9 The JCAA A beacon of Jamaican aviation excellence for 25 years

N THE quarter-century since its and those conducted overseas by founding on May 6, 1996, the Jamaican operators; Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority I • Efficient and user-responsive (JCAA) has developed into a note- air navigation services to the na- worthy entity, defined by its vital tional and international aviation and exemplary service, efficiency, communities; professionalism and effective leadership. However, despite the • Cooperation with other agen- considerable respect the JCAA com- cies in the facilitation, provision and mands in the international world regulation of a reliable and safe air of aviation, many persons, includ- transport system; and ing several within Jamaica, remain • The maintenance of a condu- unaware of the essential role the cive environment for the develop- JCAA plays in national development ment and self-actualisation of team and our country’s legacy of aviation members. performance. The work of the JCAA is managed While the list of noteworthy activ- by four main divisions, namely ities, accomplishments and facts is Regulatory Affairs, Air Navigation extensive, the following are some Services, Corporate Services and brief points, historical facts and gen- the Director General’s Office. The eral information which are worth organisation is led by a director noting: general, who is assisted by three • Just one year after the JCAA’s deputy directors general, each of establishment in 1996, Jamaica was whom manages a division. designated a Category 1 safety rank- The establishment of the JCAA ing from the US Federal Aviation in 1996 ushered in a new era in Administration. Jamaica has re- Jamaica’s aviation industry, which tained that classification ever since. was previously regulated by the Civil The old Air Traffic Control Centre. Aviation Department (CAD). The • Through routine, scheduled CAD was founded in 1947 and was and unscheduled Flight Safety credited with the birth of Jamaica’s and Security audits, as well as in- aviation industry regulation and its spections, surveillance and various air navigation services provision. licensing activities, the JCAA con- The founding of the JCAA, however, tinues to ensure the highest levels represented the embodiment of a of safety and security for all users transformed CAD, while setting the of Jamaica’s air transport system. stage for the expansion, modernisa- • Over the last decade, the JCAA tion and improvement of Jamaica’s has continued to actualise its com- civil aviation industry, in line with mitment to modernising and in- the needs of national development creasing the safety and efficiency and the growth and evolution of of Jamaica’s air navigation services. a harmonised, global air transport Key developments have included: sector. In carrying out its designation as • The construction and commis- the statutory organisation within sioning of modern, industry-stand- the Ministry of Transport and ard air traffic control towers and Mining, which is responsible for systems; aviation regulation and the provi- • An upgraded Kingston Air sion of air navigation services, the Traffic Control Centre, as the nu- JCAA is internationally recognised cleus of Jamaica’s air traffic control for its execution of the following operations; roles: • Continuous improvements • The safe and orderly conduct of in radar technology and other The old Area Control Centre. all aviation activities within Jamaica 2210 JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY 25TH ANNIVERSARY NAME OF FEATURE FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2021 We commend the management and staff for their collective efforts in moving the organization forward while fulfilling their mandate of ensuring air transportation safety and security systems remain consistent with standards and recommended practices of the International Civil Aviation Organization.

The new Sangster International Airport Air Traffic Control Tower. navigational aids; and delivery of safety-critical infor- mation services to the industry, in- • The installation of a modern cluding notices to airmen (NOTAM) voice communications & control and pre-flight information bulletins; system; • The on-pace implementation of • The implementation of a new, IAM by Signature several, interrelated air navigation satellite-enabled aeronautical infor- and aviation safety initiatives, as Sangster International Airport mation management (AIM) platform to allow real-time data exchange PLEASE SEE BEACON, 12 JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY 25TH ANNIVERSARY NAME OF FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2021 1123 and Barranquilla (Colombia) to the south; Central America to the west; Curacao to the BEACON east; and Haiti to the northeast.

CONTINUED FROM 11 • Based on the last ICAO Universal Safety Oversight Audit results, conducted in 2016, required by the International Civil Aviation the results placed Jamaica in the position Organization (ICAO) to harmonise and of attaining the highest effective imple- elevate the safety and efficiency of air mentation ranking for ICAO Standards and transport in every state. Recommended Practices (SARPs) within • Fun Fact: The Kingston Air Traffic Control the English-speaking Caribbean. Tower and the two main International Air • Jamaica also received the ICAO Traffic Control Towers routinely and safely Council President’s Award for significant manage air traffic across 125,000 nauti- progress in improving our effective im- cal square miles of airspace, an area that plementation (EI) of SARPs to exceed the is more than 13 times larger than the global target of 80 per cent. size of Jamaica! This area, called a Flight Information Region (FIR), extends to the FIR • The JCAA is headquartered at 4 boundaries of Havana to the north; Panama PLEASE SEE BEACON, 23

• Fun Fact: The Kingston Air Traffic Control Tower and the two main International Air Traffic Control Towers routinely and safely manage air traffic across 125,000 nautical square miles of airspace, an area that is more than 13 times “larger than the size of Jamaica! The Kingston Flight Information Region.

A SIA radar. The upgraded Kingston Air Traffic Control Centre. 2412 JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY 25TH ANNIVERSARY NAME OF FEATURE FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2021 JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY 25TH NAME ANNIVERSARY OF FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2021 2513 Vision, Mission & Core Values VISION HISTORY To be recognised as a world-class civil aviation authority, integrally AMAICA HAS always had a in Kingston Harbour from Miami • 1990 – Reopening of the training involved in the sustainable development of a safe and thriving global vibrant civil aviation industry, bringing mail, not passengers to institute with the first flight reported in the island. aviation community that supports and serves Jamaica. J • 1996 – Jamaica Civil Aviation the island on December 21, 1911. This occurred eight years after • November 21, 1931 – Famous Authority was established MISSION US aviator, Col Charles Lindberg, the world recorded its first pow- • September, 1997 – Jamaica re- ered flight by the Wright Brothers. brought the inaugural Pan- The Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority’s mission is to ensure that ceived Category 1 status. Status Nineteen years later, on December American Sikorsky S-4 Clipper to the public is provided with a safe, reliable, efficient and user-friendly was renewed in 2005 and remains 3, 1930, the first commercial flight, Jamaica. air transport system, being cognisant of the standards and recom- to present. the Pan-American Consolidated mended practices developed by the International Civil Aviation • June 1930 – Caribbean Airways Commodore, a twin- engined fly- Organization. registered as a company. ing boat, landed in the Kingston INTERESTING FACTS In carrying out its mission, the Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority Harbour. • December 10, 1930 – Caribbean has a commitment to: 1934 was also historic for the Airways, first local airline, carried • Ten possibilities were exam- • The safe and orderly development of civil aviation in Jamaica (ac- nation’s aviation industry when Jamaica’s first airmail. ined before the Palisadoes site knowledging the Convention of International Civil Aviation); Dr Albert Forsythe and Charles was considered for Jamaica’s first • 1934 – Another historic period for C. Anderson (the godfathers of airport. • Providing efficient and user-responsive air navigation services to the nation’s aviation industry when African-American aviation) arrived the national and international community; • Sites considered were: Bumper in Jamaica from Cuba. This was the Sir Albert Forsythe and Charles C. Anderson (the godfathers of Hall; The War Department lands at • Cooperating with other agencies in the facilitation, provision, and first time a land plane was arriving Up Park Camp; and Harbour Head, regulation of a reliable and effective public air transport system; in the island by air. African American aviation) arrived in Jamaica from Cuba. This was the a site on Deanery Road; the Norman • Providing an appropriate environment for the growth, development first time a plane was arriving in the Range lands, Mona; the Greenwich and enhancement of professionalism of its staff. reclamation area, May Pen, Kingston JAMAICA’S RICH AVIATION island. Pen Lands and Kingston Race HISTORY CORE VALUES • 1947 – Establishment of the Civil Course. Aviation Department (CAD) • We will carry out the mandate of the JCAA with honesty, openness, • December 21, 1911 – First re- impartiality, and reliability. ported flight in Jamaica by Jessee • 1948 – Establishment of the Seligman (8 years after the world Kingston Area Control Centre (Kin • We will promote and support adherence to applicable environ- recorded its first flight by the ACC) now the Kingston Air Traffic AIRLINES WHICH mental standards at all times. Wright brothers.) Control Centre (KATCC). Also in the OPERATED OUT OF PALISADOES: • We aim for excellence in the service we deliver and in our daily • December 3, 1930 – First com- same year, the Palisadoes Airport performance. mercial flight, Pan American (now Norman Manley International) • Pan American and the Montego Bay Airport • We will strive to exceed the expectations of our clients and cus- Consolidated Commodore, (now Sangster International) were • KLM. tomers at all times. twin- engine flying boat landed established. • Cubana • 1949 – Hiring of local and interna- • Avianca tional air traffic controllers • BWIA • 1952 – Establishment of Wings Jamaica Ltd, Jamaica’s first pi- • BOAC lot-training organisation by Carl • Jamaica Air Transport Ltd. and Earsley Barnett • British Caribbean Airways • January 31, 1960 – The BOAC Comet 4 jet arrived in Montego Bay • Caribbean International Airways • May 1, 1966 – Inaugural flight of Air Jamaica JETS:

• 1967 – Work on Tinson Pen • The Constellation Aerodrome completed • BOAC double-decker StratoCruiser • April 1, 1969 – The new Air Jamaica – New York to Montego Bay began operations • The Britannia 312 turboprop or • 1970 – Training of air traffic con- ‘Whispering Giant’ – London-New trollers locally York-Jamaica • May 16, 1972 – Official opening of • VC-10 the Norman Manley International Airport by Premier Norman Manley • Boeing 707 • 1974 – Renaming of the airports • DC 8

2614 JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY 25TH ANNIVERSARY NAME OF FEATURE FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2021 Congratulations

The JAMAICA Tourist Board commends the Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority on your significant milestone.

We celebrate the pivotal role you play in the travel and tourism sector.

ADVERTISEMENT JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY 25TH ANNIVERSARY NAME OF FEATURE FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2021 15 Main roles and functions HE JAMAICA Civil Aviation national and international aviation • The Standards and Recommended AIR NAVIGATION SAFETY AND SECURITY Authority (JCAA) is a statu- communities; Practices of the Chicago Convention SERVICES OVERSIGHT tory organisation within the on International Civil Aviation The Air Navigation Services The Flight Safety Division was T • Cooperation with other agencies Ministry of Transport and Mining. Division is responsible for the pro- created within the Civil Aviation in the facilitation, provision and (1944). Our main functions are: vision of air traffic services (ATS); ATS Authority to regulate flight opera- regulation of a reliable and safe air training; quality assurance; aeronau- tions and to ensure the airworthiness • To regulate Jamaica’s air transport transport system; OUR LEADERSHIP tical information services; obstacle and safety of aircraft in Jamaica. industry to ensure its safe and or- • A conducive environment for the The JCAA is headed by a director evaluation & procedures develop- The Flight Safety Division is re- derly operation and development; development and self-actualization general and guided by a 12-member ment; aeronautical meteorology; sponsible for regulatory activity • To provide reliable and efficient of staff. board. aeronautical telecommunications related to: air navigation services to support The oversight activities of the and aeronautical search & rescue. The division is headed by a director, • Safety promotion; a safe, efficient and sustainable air Air transportation safety remains JCAA’s Board ensure: who is supported by managers, en- • The development of safety regu- transport sector. our foremost priority. • The achievement of the JCAA’s gineers and other technical officers. Since the incorporation of the lations, standards and inspection Through vibrant and effective lead- mandate, including its indus- The Air Navigation Services JCAA through the Civil Aviation procedures; ership and oversight, the JCAA is try safety, growth and efficiency Division ensures that Jamaica’s air (Amendment) Act in 1995, the JCAA also focused on ensuring: objectives; traffic services, communications, • The licensing of flight crew, aircraft has built on the achievements of navigation and surveillance (CNS) maintenance engineers and air traf- • The safe and orderly conduct of its predecessor agency, the Civil • Accountability in the management and ATS procedures are: fic controllers; all aviation activities in Jamaica, as Aviation Department, to ensure of resources; • Certification and routine in- well as those conducted overseas that the industry operates in com- • Provided in accordance with inter- • The implementation of adequate spection of aerodromes and air by Jamaican operators; pliance with: national standards; and control, evaluation and reporting operators; • Efficient and user responsive • Jamaica’s Civil Aviation Act & systems to meet corporate goals • Are adequate for maintaining • Passenger safety; air navigation services to the Regulations; and and performance targets. safety in Jamaica’s airspace and aerodromes. • Aviation security, surveillance and enforcement; Training for personnel attached to the Air Traffic Services and Aeronautical • Investigation of incidents and Information Services Departments accidents. is provided by the Civil Aviation Authority Training Institute (CAATI). The division is staffed by: CAATI also offers air traffic control train- • A director; ing courses to international clients in radar and non-radar procedures. • Operations, airworthiness, security and cabin safety inspectors; AERONAUTICAL • A dangerous goods specialist; INFORMATION SERVICES • A licensing officer; The Aeronautical Information Services Department routinely • Support staff. compiles and disseminates aero- nautical information to flight op- Technical training is done inter- erations personnel, as well as to nally through formal and on-the-job other agencies – local and overseas training. Formal training for spe- – that are responsible for the dis- cialty courses are facilitated through semination of flight information. Transport Canada, the Federal Aviation This information is contained in Administration, International Air notices to airmen, aeronautical Transport Association, aircraft man- information publications (AIPs), ufacturers and airline-sponsored AIP supplements and aeronautical training. Inspectors are trained on information circulars. Airbus A340, A310, A300, A320/321, Boeing B-747, B-737, B-727, Douglas METEOROLOGY DC-8, DC-9, MD83, Bombardier DHC8, The provision of aeronautical SD360, DHC-6, Dornier Do228, Beech meteorology is delegated to the King Air series, Cessna Citation, various Meteorological Service Division of light aircraft (including most Cessna, the Ministry of Economic Growth Beech and Piper singles and twins), and Job Creation; and aeronauti- and helicopters, including the Bell 206 cal search & rescue to the Jamaica and military helicopters. Operations Defence Force Coastguard, as per personnel and airworthiness inspec- memoranda of understanding tors hold type ratings on the transport with the Jamaica Civil Aviation category aircraft and remain current Authority. on most types operated in Jamaica. 2816 JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY 25TH ANNIVERSARY NAME OF FEATURE FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2021 ADVERTISEMENT JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY 25TH ANNIVERSARY NAME OF FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2021 17 Divisions Departments

1. AIR NAVIGATION 2. REGULATORY AFFAIRS • Licensing of industry personnel; 3. CORPORATE SERVICES 4. DIRECTOR SERVICES GENERAL’S The Regulatory Affairs • Accident/Incident investigation • Human Resource OFFICE • Air Traffic Services Department encompasses& two and prevention. • Research, Planning & Risk Assessment main sections: • Legal • Communications, b) Economic Regulation • Civil Aviation Authority Training Institute Navigation & • Flight Safety • Issuing of licences and permits • Finance Surveillance • Information Technology • Economic Regulation for scheduled and non-sched- • Obstacle Evaluation uled air operators; • Corporate Communications & Information a) Flight Safety and Procedure Services • Overseeing the implementation Development • Oversight for all 19 annexes to of airport service level standards; • Procurement the Chicago Convention; • Quality Assurance • Regulating airport charges; • Office Management • Certification of all aviation • Aeronautical services; • Economic licensing of service • Property Management Information Services providers.

3018 JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY 25TH ANNIVERSARY NAME OF FEATURE FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2021 ADVERTISEMENT JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY 25TH ANNIVERSARY NAME OF FEATURE FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2021 19 AVIATION QUIZ

3220 JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY 25TH ANNIVERSARY NAME OF FEATURE FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2021 May 15 is World Aeronautical Information Services Day!

WHY IS AERONAUTICAL INFORMATION such as navigation aids; Management (AIM) project, which includes the installation SERVICES (AIS) IMPORTANT? of an AIM Centre and new, cutting-edge equipment, was • Important landscape or terrain features to include ob- substantially completed during the 2019-2020 finan- stacles to aviation; Aeronautical information and data are twin engines of cial year. The completion transformed the provision of a safe and secure aviation industry. The Jamaican aviation Aeronautical Information Services (AIS) from a telex-based • Weather and other conditions that may affect flight community relies on the JCAA’s aeronautical informa- service to a satellite-driven, data platform. planning and operations; tion management (AIM) department to provide timely and quality-assured aeronautical information to make New system includes: • Other relevant or potentially hazardous conditions; and informed decisions about the safe and efficient use of the airspace. • Real-time and uninterrupted data and information to • The flight plans of incoming and outgoing aircraft. support local and international air transport operations RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JCAA AIM As a result, the national and international aviation • Graphical displays of notices to airmen, flight plans, and DIVISION communities are empowered to successfully plan and other essential aeronautical information sequence the safe movement of aircraft in the local and international airspace. Through a satellite-based aeronautical information • On-demand generation of data and information to include management platform, the AIM department diligently route, aerodrome, and pre-flight information bulletins RECENT AIM DEVELOPMENTS produces, disseminates and exchanges information about: • Instant preparation, processing and handling of dynamic • The serviceability and availability of aerodrome facilities, The JCAA’s multi-million-dollar Aeronautical Information data

JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY 25TH ANNIVERSARY NAME OF FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2021 2133 OUR ACHIEVEMENTS HE JCAA continues to achieve Government of Jamaica’s govern- milestones which contribute ance requirements for the manage- The JCAA’s multimillion-dollar aeronautical information Tto the advancement of the ment and administration of public Government of Jamaica’s (GOJ’s) bodies. policy objectives of increasing management (AIM) project, which includes the installation the efficiency and capacity of our air transport sector. These have of an AIM Centre and new, cutting-edge equipment was I. MODERNISATION OF enhanced the industry’s ability JAMAICA’S AIR to more safely and effectively substantially completed during the 2019-2020 financial year. NAVIGATION SERVICES transport passengers, goods and INFRASTRUCTURE services across various locations, The transformation involved the implementation of a new, locally, across the region, and Air Traffic Control (ATC) Tower com- internationally. missioned at both the Norman satellite-enabled aeronautical information management Projects have been prioritised to Manley and Sangster International enable : airports. platform to allow real-time data exchange and delivery of • Growth and development of • Towers were constructed at a cost safety-critical information services to the industry, including Jamaica’s air transport industry; of CDN$22 million, or J$2.57 billion; • A comprehensive modernisa- • Infrastructure for a state-of-the- notices to airmen and preflight information bulletins. tion of Jamaica’s air navigation art TopSky Air Traffic Management infrastructure; (ATM) System installed. Other ATM upgrades include: System and the Air Traffic Control It has also minimised the risk of key navigational aid serving the • The continued development of (ATC) Simulator Room. critical data loss from radar and Norman Manley International Jamaica’s technical infrastructure o Radars installed, incorporating other sites. Airport (NMIA), when it installed a and human capital to ensure that new L-Band Primary and Mode-S • Installation of a new instrument new Doppler Very High Frequency we meet our obligations under the radar technology; • Construction of a new Network landing system at the Sangster (VHF) Omni-Directional Range at Chicago Convention and other in- Operations and Control Centre to o A voice communications & con- International Airport at a cost of the NMIA. This navigational aid, enable remote monitoring and ternational obligations; trol system; US$609, 000. which is critical for ensuring air- preventative maintenance of key • The modernisation of the JCAA’s o The nucleus of Jamaica’s air traf- space and air transport operations’ communications, navigation, and information & communications fic control operations, Kingston Air Microwave Network safety within Jamaica’s airspace, surveillance equipment. provides accurate and precise technology infrastructure; Traffic Control Centre; • New microwave radio network safety and directional informa- implemented at a cost of approxi- • Compliance with the standards o Installation of the fibre-optics tion to aircraft plying our airspace mately US$700, 000. The network and recommended practices of interface and other equipment II. AERONAUTICAL or landing at our airports. With the International Civil Aviation for interconnecting the new voice triples the information-carrying INFORMATION the installation of the system at Organization, as well as the Communications and Control capacity of the previous network. MANAGEMENT the NMIA completed, work is ad- vanced to ensure the installation The JCAA’s multimillion-dollar of a similar system at the Sangster aeronautical information manage- International Airport by the end of ment (AIM) project, which includes the 2021-2022 financial year. Both the installation of an AIM Centre and projects are being undertaken at new, cutting-edge equipment was a cost of J$273.3 million. substantially completed during the Congratulations to the 2019-2020 financial year. The trans- Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority formation involved the implemen- On their 25th Anniversary. IV. SAFETY OVERSIGHT tation of a new, satellite-enabled Looking ahead to a bright future for aeronautical information manage- The JCAA is implementing a Jamaica’s aviation. ment platform to allow real-time critical project to further improve data exchange and delivery of safe- Jamaica’s safety performance and ty-critical information services to the efficiency of the entity’s regu- the industry, including notices to latory oversight, through the im- JAMAICA #1 AIR TAXI SEE THE BEST OF EASY BOOK CONTACT US airmen and preflight information plementation of a cutting-edge SERVICE JAMAICA ONLINE bulletins. Civil Aviation Regulatory Oversight TimAir Limited services Phone 876-952-2516 – Software Platform. This project, • TimAir was which is being over the 2021-2025 established in 1983 all major resort areas • Fastest way to make E-mail: [email protected] period, will facilitate the develop- • Excellent Customer including your reservation III. NORMAN MANLEY Website: www.timair.net ment of a digital, centralised bank Service • Kingston • Mobile Friendly INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT • Reliability second • Negril UPGRADES of critical safety data to facilitate Sangster International to none • Ocho Rios trend analysis and targeted safety • Port Antonio Airport, Montego Bay, In the past year, the JCAA and risk interventions, thus further • Montego Bay Jamaica, W.I. successfully completed a pro- improving Jamaica’s aviation safety ject to upgrade and replace a record. . 3422 JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY 25TH ANNIVERSARY NAME OF FEATURE FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2021 • JCAA personnel continue to JCAA have worked tirelessly to build serve in various developmental ca- the organisation’s reputation of ex- BEACON pacities which support regional and cellence, while cementing its place as international aviation development. one of Jamaica’s strongest and most CONTINUED FROM 12 internationally respected authorities. These include leadership roles As we recognise the JCAA’s legacy of Winchester Road, Kingston 10, in various Standing and Working exemplary service, we salute all those and has a staff complement of Committees of regional and interna- who have contributed, and continue 320 highly skilled, specialised and tional aviation bodies. The JCAA was to contribute, to Jamaica’s aviation competent team members, who also honoured by the election of its di- industry, as we support our country’s collaborate to support the JCAA’s rector general, Nari Williams-Singh, as lofty record of aviation excellence. We mission of “ensuring that the public president of the ICAO 40th Assembly will continue to soar, while continu- is provided with a safe, reliable, effi- in 2019, and the confidence reposed ously working to ensure recognition cient and user-friendly air transport in him as the current chairman of the as a world-class civil aviation author- system, ... [that conforms with] ... the Caribbean Aviation Safety and Security ity, supporting the sustainable devel- standards and recommended prac- Oversight System board of directors. opment of a safe and thriving global tices developed by the International Throughout its 25 years of exist- aviation community that supports Civil Aviation Organization”. ence, the staff and leadership of the and serves Jamaica.

The old Sangster International Airport Air Traffic Control Tower.

The new Norman Manley International Airport Air Traffic Control Tower.

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