ACTIVITY REPORT      NATIONAL OVERSIGHT AUTHORITY

2015

MINISTÈRE DE L'ENVIRONNEMENT, DE L’ÉNERGIE ET DE LA MER

www.developpement-durable.gouv.fr DSAC  ACTIVITY REPORT 2015

FOREWORD CONTENTS

ORGANISATION CHART ...... 4 2015 was a year for DSAC of contrasting safety events , depending on the sector of activity, of signifi cant adaptation objectives for the industry which it was able to meet and internal managerial HIGHLIGHTS ...... 6 objectives that it had to deal with. ASSESSING and IMPROVING SAFETY ...... 8 Contrasting events fi rst of all. 2015 was one of the safest ever years in modern air transport history, since there were only 4 air transport RESOURCES MANAGEMENT ...... 10 accidents worldwide, and none for the French fl eet. But we were hit particularly hard by one of them: the aeroplane belonging to the low-cost airline Germanwings, a subsidiary of Lufthansa, which crashed into the EUROPE and SAFETY REGULATIONS ...... 12 French Alps with 150 people on board, on 24th March 2015. The investigation showed that the co-pilot, who had been suffering from psychological problems, had caused the crash intentionally by fl ying the plane into the ground. AIRCREWS ...... 16 DSAC is particularly involved in studying the regulatory changes which are under way, in particular for strengthening medical and psychological checks for pilots. AIRWORTHINESS and AIR OPERATIONS ...... 20 Light aviation also had a diffi cult year, with a signifi cant increase in microlight accidents, which led us to work with the microlight federation to improve instructor training. AIRPORTS and AIR NAVIGATION ...... 24 2015 was also marked by the terrorist attacks in Paris: the aviation sector already had a signifi cant battery of measures to protect against threats and DSAC has played its role in strengthening checks to raise the operator security level even higher. SECURITY ...... 28

Followed by adaptation objectives. ENVIRONMENT and SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT ...... 30

Drawing all the consequences from the implementation of European regulations, in particular by simplifying our national regulations, DSAC/IR ...... 32 contributing to European work on the new approach for light aviation, which from 2016 will see a framework which is much more adapted to this activity and fi nally preparing for the future by making an active contribution to the drafting of the future basic regulation on aviation safety in Europe were the areas where DSAC was involved on a regulatory level. We can also mention the GLOSSARY ...... 52 launch of the conversion of French airport certifi cation to European certifi cation, which will last until the end of 2017.

At the same time, major activity was also seen with UAVs, both for the updating of existing regulations using the experience of the last 4 years of strong growth in the activity, and for the preparation of future requirements for remote piloting, or work with other State departments to protect against illegal use.

Finally, the promotion of aviation safety remains a major pillar in our actions. 2015 saw the implementation of the new regulations (EU) 376/2014 on the reporting, analysis and follow-up of occurrences in civil aviation, which now also apply to general aviation. A vast number of educational activities were provided to operators to make them aware of the advantages and obligations in these regulations.

And fi nally managerial objectives. 2015 was the year of our commitment to the ”DSAC 2020” strategic approach and began with an examination of oversight activities and skills mobilisation. Sharing the vision of our future environment, understanding the expectations of various stakeholders, defi ning and generating understanding of the directions in which we are heading in order to prepare ourselves as best as possible; these are the activities in which DSAC managers and staff were involved this year.

Over and beyond this ”news”, we have worked throughout 2015 across the full range of our core activities to increase our know-how and our overall performance.

I would like to thank each and every one of my colleagues for their commitment to DSAC’s activities to constantly improve safety and work on behalf of users and the general interest and for all the work you do on a daily basis, whether in the regions or at central level. This work you do rarely grabs the headlines and we often don’t see just how important your work is until a problem happens.

Patrick CIPRIANI DSAC Director

2 3 DSAC  ACTIVITY REPORT 2015 ORGANISATION CHART RESOURCES MANAGEMENT LEGAL ADVISER TRAINING AND SKILLS PURCHASING AND EXPENDITURE JUNE 2016 CABINET PRINCIPAL ADVISER DIRECTOR Marie-Noëlle Louis-Valentin Stéphane LE-FOLL Olivier HAMONIC Franck LAFAGE BRISSET CABUZEL (B.I.) FRENCH WEST INDIES - FRENCH GUIANA DSAC HUMAN RESOURCES FINANCES IT SYSTEMS MANAGER OVERSIGHT RESOURCES DIRECTOR TECHNICAL ADVISER CABINET COMMUNICATION DEPUTY & REGULATION MANAGEMENT Philippe Fabienne Jean-François AND PUBLIC RELATIONS N. GUIVARC’H Marianne PHAM GATALETA (B.I.) BRYSBAERT Yannick ROBERT Marc Catherine Eddy DEPUTY BALLAND ZERROUKI BAZILE Claude EUROPEAN COOPERATION AND SAFETY REGULATION MIQUEL TECHNICAL DIRECTOR CIVIL AVIATION PERSONNEL AIRPORT SAFETY OVERSIGHT RESOURCES STRATEGY Geneviève MOLINIER & REGULATION MANAGEMENT CABINET CENTRE-EAST DSAC REPRESENTATIVE Véronique MARTIN TECHNICAL Michel Agnès DIRECTOR ADVISER Frantz CHOUT Michel EL MAARI HUPAYS Jonathan ANDRIEUX- Michel DEPUTY TO THE DIRECTOR (B.I.) AJAVON PASTRE HUPAYS Carole LENCK Pascale ROBERT AIRCRAFT AND AIR OPERATIONS EUROPEAN SAFETY OVERSIGHT ADVISER DEPUTY & REGULATION Georges THIRION EMERGING PROJECTS Patrice DESVALLEES Philippe AURADE  - RESOURCES Stéphane NORTH DSAC CORCOS MANAGEMENT CABINET AIRCREWS DIRECTOR Jean-Claude OVERSIGHT Sylvie Lucette TECHNICAL CAYE & REGULATION KHATIR LASSERRE DIRECTOR ADVISER EXAMINATIONS MEDICAL   Pierre BERNARD Eric STRALEC DEPUTY Martine CORBOLIOU Mireille CHABROUX René GERMA DIRECTOR Marie-Agnès GUYOMARC’H TRAINING, FLIGHT SCHOOLS OVERSIGHT RESOURCES Patrick CIPRIANI AND SIMULATORS LICENCES FLIGHT CREW ASSESSMENT & REGULATION MANAGEMENT CABINET NORTH-EAST DSAC EPN DEPUTY Sophie DIRECTOR Yves-Marie Yves-Marie Rémy Myriam LEJEUNE Christian LE MAÎTRE Bruno HALLER Muriel BELZUNCE LE MAÎTRE MERTZ MOUTOU (B.I.) MARTY

AIRWORTHINESS AND AIR OPERATIONS OVERSIGHT RESOURCES & REGULATION MANAGEMENT CABINET METHODS, INDIAN OCEAN DSAC QUALITY ET COMPETENCES SYSTEMS AND TECHNIQUES AEROPLANE OPERATIONS DEPUTY DIRECTOR DIRECTOR Richard THUMMEL Dominique Victor Alain Lionel TECHNICAL ESPERON KADILA CAILLABET MONTOCCHIO DIRECTOR Sylvie MORALES Odile TOURRET Thomas VEZIN Gérard LEFÈVRE HELICOPTER OPERATIONS OVERSIGHT RESOURCES AIRWORTHINESS RAMP INSPECTION AND AERIAL WORK & REGULATION MANAGEMENT CABINET WEST DSAC ENVIRONMENT DEPUTY COORDINATOR Gilbert GUICHENEY DIRECTOR Jean-Pierre Maxime LECLERE Anne Stéphane Olivier Pierre-Yves Benoît PINON Laurent CHAPEAU DANTART FARCY GORIN NEVO HUERRE

AIRPORTS AND AIR NAVIGATION STAFF APTITUDE OVERSIGHT RESOURCES    AIRPORTS FOR AIR NAVIGATION & REGULATION MANAGEMENT CABINET SOUTH DSAC IT PROGRAMS MANAGER Solenne Valérie DIRECTOR Alain ZIANI TECHNICAL DE JULIEN Patrick CARIOU- Frédérique Philippe DIRECTOR DE ZELICOURT Marc ALVAREZ DISSET PILATE MELOUS AYOUN Frédéric MÉDIONI CERTIFICATION OF AIR NAVIGATION AIR NAVIGATION SYSTEMS SERVICE PROVIDERS AND EQUIPMENT SOUTH-EAST DSAC QUALITY DEPUTY Didier SERRANO OVERSIGHT RESOURCES DIRECTOR - STANDARDISATION - PPO & REGULATION MANAGEMENT CABINET Yves-Marie Florence LEBLOND Fanny TEJEDOR Bérioska MARCHANT TATIBOUET Valérie FULCRAND- Fathi Sami SECURITY VINCENT BENKOULA HADJI DEPUTY SECURITY METHODS OPERATIONAL CONTROL ACTIONS Nicolas LOCHANSKI SAFETY MANAGEMENT TECHNICAL COORDINATION DIRECTOR George WELTERLIN Thierry ALLAIN Cécile VERNHES Florence WIBAUX OVERSIGHT RESOURCES & REGULATION MANAGEMENT CABINET SOUTH-WEST DSAC SECURITY ACCREDITATIONS INFORMATIONS SYSTEMS SECURITY DEPUTY Christophe Anne Martial DIRECTOR DEPUTY Anne FRISCH MORNON BERTINETTI DUQUEYROIX Pascal REVEL Hélène BASTIANELLI Nathalie VEGA (B.I.) Daniel CHARPENTIER 4 5 DSAC  ACTIVITY REPORT 2015

A FEW HIGHLIGHTS

10 years of Symposia Launched in 2006, Le Bourget Air Show DSAC European Aerodromes Regulation OCEANE th the 2015 symposium was the 10 edition The key event for all lovers of aviation who want to discover seminar In 2015, DSAC continued the deployment of rooms equipped st Recent years have highlighted the importance of safety in the latest aircraft, the 51 International Paris Air Show was Following the entry into force on 8th March 2014 of the IR ADR with the Océane IT system to increase the screen-based st traffi c areas, and ground handling assistance was the theme held from 15th June to 21 June 2015. Once again, this even regulation and the conversion process which was launched, theory exam offer for professional pilots then private pilots. of the 10th annual DSAC symposium on fl ight safety which was required major commitment from DSAC and DSAC North in on 24th June 2015 DSAC organised a seminar for aerodrome Several rooms have been expanded and new rooms have held on Thursday 10th December 2015 in Paris. The objective particular, notably its Roissy department and the Operating operators and creators to take an initial look at the work car- been created in Rennes, Aix-en-Provence, Lyons, Dijon and in was to mobilise everyone working on the ground around the technical inspection subdivision, as well as the licence offi ce, ried out and the changes that have been made since October 2013, French Guiana. Other Océane rooms are scheduled to open aircraft to reduce the risks related to their activities and to examine accreditation requests for pilot and aircraft licences. to present the current procedures for implementing this in 2016. increase fl ight safety, via ground activities, using a joint regulation and fi nally to draw up the next stages to convert There were two objectives behind the decision to launch the quality-based approach. ISAL campaigns airport safety certifi cates. development of these rooms: to improve the quality of service offered to candidates, while absorbing the rise in demand in The Authority’s safety-related missions are to regulate and a restricted human resources context. verify conformity and also to promote safety. DSAC must also International cooperation. DSAC in Haïti Reorganisation of the DSAC IR Océane exams were broadened out to private pilots in January provide messages to develop safety culture. th Following the adoption of the NOTRe law (nouvelle organisation On 12 May 2015, a cooperation agreement was signed under 2015. With this in mind, user federations and DSAC are working territoriale de la République - new territorial organisation the supervision of Presidents Hollande and Martelly between within the Instance de Sécurité de l’Aviation de Loisir, ISAL, for the French Republic), DGAC has decided to adapt to meet DSNA Services and Haiti’s National Civil Aviation Offi ce COP21 the body in charge of recreational aviation safety, to design the scope of the regions and the three inter-regional DSACs (OFNAC). In the context of this agreement, DSAC has provided safety promotion campaigns. From 30th November to 12th December 2015, France chaired are affected. DSAC South is separating from the Limousin its expertise and know-how as part of an ambitious project In 2015, DSAC and the FFA launched 3 aeroplane campaigns and hosted the 21st Conference of the Parties to the United region in favour of DSAC South-West and joining the Languedoc which covers the whole scope of an oversight authority. In on pilot skills, intended to reduce accidents on landing with Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. The event Roussillon region, which was until then covered by DSAC time, this collaboration will lead to the creation within the the desire that they encourage pilots to train and perfect required the continuous presence of DSAC and the Roissy South-East. Where necessary, mutualisation agreements will OFNAC of a National Oversight Authority (ANS) with powers over their skills. department at the operations control centre based at Le regulate the sequencing by domain to fi nd the most effective aviation safety oversight, in keeping with ICAO requirements. Two other similar campaigns, one for microlights with Bourget aerodrome during the operation phase, after a prepa- and most satisfactory methods for personnel and everyone This confi rms DSAC’s role as the major oversight authority in the FFPLUM and one for balloons with the FFAé were also ration phase which lasted several months and imposed a involved. Europe and it is playing an active role in promoting safety on launched in 2015. the international stage, while supporting the service’s interest high degree of attention to detail and the ability to adapt to by enhancing the skills of its own staff. constantly-changing situations. Strategic approach DSAC symposium on the skills required Understanding the changes which await us to enable us to for oversight activities Toulouse Blagnac Airport Sustainable development prepare for them better, maintaining the safety and security 1st European certifi cate The objectives behind sustainable development and reconciling of our operators at the highest level, increasing our internal Advance theoretic training or experience acquired in the th aviation activities with the environment are a priority for effectiveness and service quality and strengthening the fi eld? On 26 March 2015, DSAC organised a symposium on As part of the conversion of airport safety certifi cation to oversight activities. DGAC. In the Paris region in particular, specifi c attention is identity, consistency and attractiveness of DSAC. On 25th European standard, Toulouse Blagnac was the fi rst airport Which skills are required? How can these skills be acquired paid to the aerodromes and heliports located in urban areas. June 2015, Patrick Cipriani brought together DSAC’s central in France to obtain European certifi cation, on 23rd June 2015. and maintained? How can they be developed? All of these The Toussus-le-Noble aerodrome, which is economically operations to present and discuss the planned strategic This event, which marks a major step in managing safety at subjects were discussed during the day and the participants strategic for the Plateau de Saclay but which is also a source approach for the service. Identical meetings were held in French airports, is the result of close collaboration between learned a great deal, thanks to the many speeches and testi- of annoyances for residents, is the subject of a concerted actions all regional offi ces in France and in the overseas territories, ATB agents, DSAC Sud agents and DSAC central operations monials from external organisations (ASN, airports, airlines, plan to ensure the interests of the different stakeholders are with very active participation from DSAC staff. agents. met. In particular, the CALIPSO system which classifi es light etc.) and foreign authorities (Swiss and British), OSAC and In addition, in 2015, Toulouse Blagnac Airport introduced its ENAC, which enabled everyone to measure the consensus on aircraft according to their noise performance index is being ICAO High-level Safety Conference new governance following the change in its shareholding. tested in order to rate the annoyances caused and gradually the importance granted to the development of skills and the The French State is modernising its regulatory role and will Planning the improvements in aviation relevance of the oversight licence implemented at DSAC. decrease them. continue to pay close attention to the maintenance of envi- One other major event was the relaunch of discussions safety around the world ronmental protection measures. New Regulation 376/2014 around the Issy-les-Moulineaux heliport. Several town The International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) held its planning projects concerning the heliport required increased High-level Safety Conference (HLSC 2015) from 2nd to 5th 15th November 2015 saw the entry into force of the new European Safety report vigilance from the DAC North and its partners, as well as February 2015 in Montréal; DSAC was heavily involved in Regulation 376/2014 concerning the reporting, analysis and In terms of fl ight safety, 2015 saw a fall in the number of fatal operational measures for the activities to continue in perfect preparing and running this conference. The presence of civil follow-up of occurrences in civil aviation. It replaces directive accidents, but with a contrasting analysis: satisfactory for safety. The heliport’s security level was also increased aviation directors and decision-makers provided the inter- 2003/42 on occurrence reporting in civil aviation, which has aeroplane, glider and helicopter activities but most following the events in Paris in November. national civil aviation community with the ability to reach a been repealed. concerning for recreational aviation, in particular microlights. consensus, obtain commitments and formulate the recom- To mark the occasion, DSAC is publishing a guide for civil In spite of events which attracted the full media spotlight, on mendations they considered necessary for a concrete and aviation operators based in France whom it wants to help a worldwide level 2015 was the safest year in the history of effective advance in activities which are crucial for aviation understand the mechanism enshrined by the new text, for modern air transport and the French fl ag confi rmed the progress safety. which it describes the main principles and key points in it has been making for several years in terms of safety. The Conference discussed various subjects related to three simple terms. major themes: an examination of the current situation, the future approach to aviation safety management and the facilitation of increased regional cooperation, in particular in relation to the worldwide monitoring of fl ights and the risks incurred by civil aviation in confl ict zones. 6 7 DSAC  ACTIVITY REPORT 2015 ASSESSING AND 01 IMPROVING SAFETY

The Safety Management Coordination Offi ce (MEAS) is responsible necessary explanations for the essential points in the for collecting information which relates to safety, coordina- regulation and distributed it widely in paper format to all ting its analysis and proposing the improvements to be taken the operators concerned; at the same time, the page dedi- Recreational aviation ACTION PLAN TO from it, in particular in the context of the implementation of cated to occurrence reporting on the website of the Ministry The poor safety performances of this sector have led DSAC to the French State’s safety programme (PSE). in charge of civil aviation was reorganised to refl ect the include a ”recreational aviation” section in its strategic safety IMPROVE SAFETY changes brought by the new regulation. In addition to the improvement action plan attached to the French State’s electronic version of the guide, the page was enhanced with ˝THE 2018 AGENDA˝ Implementation of Regulation (EU) Safety programme. To this end, in coordination with and with other tools developed by MEAS, in collaboration with DSAC’s No. 376/2014 the support of the sector’s main federations, MEAS carried The implementation of the plan is progressing technical departments to accompany the implementation of out an awareness campaign for pilots and instructors, targeted The task which occupied MEAS most in 2015 was without the new regulatory mechanism. Among these tools are new through the execution and the planning of on the main risks affecting aeroplanes, microlights and balloon doubt the implementation of the new European regulation occurrence reporting and analysis forms, which have been concrete actions, of which there are far too fl ights respectively. For example, as landing is the most fatal on ”the reporting, analysis and follow-up of occurrences in fully revamped and designed to meet the requirements of many to detail in full. For example, after fl ight phase of fl ight for aeroplane pilots, this specifi c point was civil aviation”. The new text replaced directive 2003/42/EC, the new regulation; these forms are one of the four electronic checks confi rmed the incorrect use of on-board raised in the ”aeroplane ” campaign, recalling some basic which had generalised the principle of notifying safety-related resources developed and provided to operators to pass on weather radars (settings, image interpretation principles, sometimes forgotten or neglected by pilots. This occurrences to all - or practically all - civil aviation operators. their reports to DSAC and to automate their integration into process was accompanied by the edition of booklets and and avoidance strategies chosen), the training Regulation (EU) No. 376/2014 goes even further, since it has the ECCAIRS database. MEAS carried out a huge amount of posters. MEAS also carried out signifi cant educational work programme approval guide in particular will explanatory and advice work to help operators who needed for the recreational aviation community on the entry into be modifi ed and a DGAC safety-information assistance choose the transmission resource best adapted force of Regulation (EU) No. 376/2014 on the reporting, analysis raising awareness of this issue will be published. to their situation. and follow-up of safety occurrences. Freshly subjected to For its part, DSAC got ready to process the reports received, Another safety issue raised by the plan is the the regulation, this community needed both help and reas- according to a process which is now described in the Oversight transport of lithium batteries. A dedicated surance. With this double objective in mind MEAS produced manual-General information and which constitutes a major DSAC working group set up in 2015 has produced a help fl yer specifi cally designed for recreational aviation, step in DSAC’s progress towards risk-oriented oversight a risk analysis and information media targetting giving more details on some points of the ”generic” guide (RBO). drafted to accompany the entry into force of the regulation. the general public and professionals. As for This document was completed by an electronic occurrence the tailwind working group, it published its The ˝Sécurité des vols - France˝ network reporting form, which can be downloaded from the website conclusions in September 2015, identifying This network was launched a few years ago on the initiative of of the Ministry in charge of civil aviation. two main issues: the constraints related to the French airlines’ safety managers, with the ”just culture ”-oriented choice of QFU and the opportunity for ATCOs in objective to debate freely - in the presence of DSAC repre- ˝Ground handling and aviation safety˝ giving crews certain tailwind information when sentatives - any safety problems encountered during their symposium signifi cant. operations. This freedom of speech, which enables opera- tors to raise any incidents encountered during operations In 2015, DSAC’s traditional annual aviation safety symposium extended this principle to areas of activity which were not without fear of sanction and to share their experience with delt with the impact of ground handling on aviation opera- concerned until now - such as recreational aviation - and their pairs, has been very enriching, both for the airlines and tion safety. This theme was launched on the initiative of by has generalised the obligation to analyse all occurrences for DSAC. So, it was natural for this system to be extended to DSAC North, which took charge of the organisation of the reported to the Authority, with a degree of detail propor- maintenance organisations, which met for the fi rst time as event, Although ground handling is an activity with a very MEAS internationally tional to the occurrences reported. Other new features have part of this network during 2015, generating the same enthu- low level of regulation, it plays a central role in fl ight safety, been introduced by the text, in particular the obligation - for siasm as the aviation operators do. through a wide range of tasks, such as the establishment of As in 2014, MEAS maintained its presence on the international operators - to report certain categories of occurrence and to weight and balance sheets, the actual aircraft loading, fuel stage, for example by making an active contribution to the put in place systems for collecting reports that are commu- supply and de-icing/anti-icing. The debates highlighted the drafting of an amended version of Annex 19 of the Chicago nicated to them on a voluntarily basis. Finally, the regulation issues with which the sector’s companies are faced, as they Convention and by taking part in the annual InfoShare conference, enshrines the notion of ”just culture ” by which operators have to carry out their activities during increasingly short which provided an exceptional opportunity to promote concerned by the new text have to include in their internal stop-over times, within areas which are often reduced and DSAC’s themes,. Organised by the Flight Safety Foundation, regulations provisions that detail protections against disci- under tougher and tougher economic pressures. the InfoShare conference enables the air transport industry plinary action given to persons who may fi nd themselves in and civil aviation authorities from around the world to meet the position of reporting occurrences. ECCAIRS and debate safety issues. To prepare for the implementation of all of these provisions, In 2015, the French civil aviation safety occurrence database which was set for 15th November 2015, a vast amount of was enhanced with nearly 55,000 reports, taking to 468,000 educational work was undertaken by MEAS, on one hand the total number of reports saved in the base since it was to DSAC agents (at both central and inter-regional levels) created around ten years ago. concerned, and on the other hand to operators, in particular those who were not targeted by directive 2003/42, placing the emphasis on the new features introduced by the text in comparison with 2003/42, which was in force until then. To this end, MEAS drafted a guide intended to provide the

8 9 DSAC  ACTIVITY REPORT 2015 RESOURCES 02 MANAGEMENT

The ”Resources management” department, in association Defi nition and development with the general secretariat of DGAC, is responsible for drafting and implementing the management policy for the human of a business IS tool SAFETY OVERSIGHT LICENCES, END OF 2015 resources, and for the fi nancial, material and IT resources, The development of a single business information system, Qualifications per domain of DSAC. It is also responsible for collecting fees for services common to all the technical departments, was decided ANA NO PN SUR ENV TOTAL rendered by the State for the safety and security of civil upon in 2011. It was intended to replace progressively the aviation. existing business tools and to cover the full spectrum of safety AIR ENVIRON- AERODROME NAVIGATION AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS AIRCREWS SECURITY MENT oversight and certifi cation activities. In 2014, it was subject INSPECTOR/CTE/CDZ/ In 2015, DSAC pursued its contribution to the efforts undertaken to an assessment of the results obtained, which showed 109 72 76 58 88 71 474 PCM/EXPERT by DGAC in the framework of optimising services and reducing that the tools proposed had not produced the anticipated SENIOR INSPECTOR/ results. 2015 was therefore dedicated to revising the DSAC IS overheads. SENIOR CTE/SENIOR programme’s governance, along with re-examining the defi - CDZ/SENIOR PCM/ Human resources and training/skills nition of the business IS project. However, specifi c effort was SENIOR EXPERT/ 224 100 8 121 98 20 571 maintained to develop the medical module necessary for the AUDITOR/R&D Just as in the other DGAC services, staffi ng was reduced in medical supervision of aircrews. CORRESPONDENT/ 2015, from 1,165 to 1,142 (between 01/01/2015 and 31/12/2015). ASSESSOR Developing our activities in this pared-down framework re- AUDIT MISSION Income and budget subject MANAGER/REFEREE/ 15 14 26 18 13 86 quires us to redouble the training and development efforts TEAM MANAGER dedicated to our business skills. Therefore, a training mas- to restrictions Total 348 186 16 223 174 121 71 1,131 ter plan was notifi ed in April 2015 for the period 2015-2017 After a slight drop in 2014, income was relatively stable in placing the emphasis on english language and managerial 2015, despite a diffi cult economic situation in certain sector training. A human resources management improvement plan domains. FEES 2015 was also proposed in 2015 via DSAC’s draft strategic plan, Fee Forecast for 2015 Invoiced as of 31/12/2015 which will be implemented over the period 2016-2019. Aircraft operator fees 11,000,000 9,878,024 Aerodrome operator safety and security fees 11,400,000 12,077,322 Safety oversight licence Carrier air security fees 1,500,000 1,438,018 and certifi cation management Aircrew training organisation fees 430,000 400,475 Exam fees 1,450,000 1,311,217 2015 enabled the safety oversight licence management Civil aviation personnel fees 850,000 731,162 procedure to be simplifi ed and consolidated and a new domain Training programme fees 35,000 3,400 to be introduced from 1st January 2016: the environment. On Synthetic fl ight trainer qualifi cation fees 700,000 567,778 31st December 2015, 567 inspectors (including 510 DGAC) had a Aircraft rescue and fi re-fi ghting fees 0 19,200 valid safety oversight licence, for a total of 1,131 qualifi cations. Safety equipment fees 700,000 758,600 Fitness for fl ight fees 150,000 147,033 Inspection fees 20,000 0 Oversight authority (Route) 7,400,000 7,400,000 Oversight authority (RSTCA) 1,700,000 1,700,000 Total Fees 2015 37,335,000 36,432,229

DSAC PERSONNEL AS OF 31/12/2015 (source SIRH) BUDGET Depart- ment ADAAC ADMCV ASSI ASSAC ATTAAC Contra. EQT ICNA IEEAC IESSA INF IPEF OE PNT TSEEAC Total Financial resources at the disposal of DSAC in 2015 (excluding salaries) DSAC 42 2 17 21 35 2 53 19 5 9 47 252 Commitment authorisations Payment credits DSAC/AG 22 1 10 3 12 1 2 20 1 21 93 Current-account transactions €22.48 M €22.48 M DSAC/CE 8 1 5 5 3 1 6 1 2 10 3 37 82 Capital transactions €4.73 M €4.77 M DSAC/N 25 1 14 7 15 2 11 2 5 4 6 77 169 Total €27.21 M1 €27.25 M2 DSAC/NE 12 2 6 3 2 7 1 8 1 39 81 (1) DSAC/O 14 1 8 3 7 4 10 1 1 6 2 44 101 initial budget allowance = €24.82M + resources from external contracts + revised budget allaowance 2015 (ex carryover from externals contracts2014/2015) = €1.21 M (ex non used commitments authorisations for investments/ = €1.968 M) DSAC/OI 10 1 2 4 1 6 1 11 14 50 (2) intial budget allaowance = €24.89 M + resources from external contracts resources = €1.11 M + revised budget allowance 2015 (ex carryover from externals contracts resources 2014/2015) = €1.25 M DSAC/S 16 1 7 4 1 9 1 1 1 15 3 27 86 DSAC/SE 19 2 2 13 7 8 1 1 17 3 2 7 2 53 137 For information DSAC/SO 16 1 10 2 2 1 1 8 2 2 1 12 2 31 91 A precaution reserve was applied at the start of the year and lifted at the end of June. The credits were redeployed to the services within DSAC: i.e. €1.40 M in commitment Total 184 4 11 92 56 77 4 9 139 5 10 34 98 29 390 1, 142 authorizations and €1.46 M in payment crédits.

10 11 DSAC  ACTIVITY REPORT 2015 EUROPE AND SAFETY 03 REGULATIONS

DSAC plays an essential role in the debates on envisaged Throughout the year, the Agency also continued working to now a simpler procedure for the design and installation of changes to regulations at national, European and international simplify the rules on general aviation, in accordance with the certain modifi cations and repairs on some aircraft (aeroplanes level. This action is organised and managed within DSAC by roadmap adopted for general aviation. DSAC made a very up to 5.7 tons, helicopters up to 3,175 kg, most gliders, balloons DSAC/ERS, the technical Directorate concerned with European signifi cant contribution to this work. and airships). cooperation and safety regulations . DSAC’s work enabled the adoption during 2015 of several - The publication of regulation (EU) No. 2015/1088 which enables national regulatory texts on a wide and innovative range of implementation of the fi rst phase of the work carried out in 2015 saw the implementation of the European Air Safety Agency subjects such as take-off and landing outside aerodromes, the context of simplifying regulation (EU) No. 1321/2014 on (EASA)’s new policy and organisation. For Member States in fl ying displays, medical follow-up for pilots, which is a very continuing airworthiness. We may also note the following particular, this has led to the adoption by the Management sensitive subject following the Germanwings accident, UAVs, improvements made for ELA1 aircraft which are not used in Board of several new decisions that affect, among other enabling the best possible support to be provided to this commercial operations: the maintenance programme no longer elements, the establishment of the Agency’s regulatory innovative industrial sector, and so contributed to the process needs to be approved by national authorities, the minimum programme and the working and consultation procedures which is well under way to simplify regulations and make inspection programmes (MIP) published by the Agency may that enable the Agency’s regulatory production to speed up, them more understandable. be used and the periodic airworthiness review may be carried which has a direct impact on the ERS Directorate. More and more resources were also dedicated at national and out by the maintenance organisation which performs the international level to the new fi eld of suborbital commer- annual/100 hours inspection. cial fl ights. Indeed, within a working group from the COSPACE inter-ministerial council, DSAC coordinated the development Improvement in national regulation of a strategy in this fi eld which is located on the very frontier of aviation. understanding following the Finally, 2015 saw the publication of a French Overseas law, implementation of European regulations which extended to PTOM the provisions contained in European At the request of users, DSAC started updating national regulations in relation to aircrews, and which enshrined a regulations made obsolete by European regulations. A number possible system of exemptions to all provisions which have of decrees relative to commercial aeroplane and helicopter become applicable. air transport have therefore been repealed. In addition, an administrative sanctions system is now in place following the publication of decree 2015/197 of 20th February 2015, targeted at operators who fail to respect the Update of the UAV regulations on technical safety requirements imposed on them. airworthiness, air operations and remote pilot skills AIRCRAFT AND With the publication of the arrêté of 17th December 2015 relative to AIR OPERATIONS the design of UAS, the conditions for their use and the skills required by the persons who use them, DSAC enabled, the The fi rst European simplifi cations for general aviation Following the introduction of the ”General Aviation Roadmap ”, the fi rst effects of the simplifi cations for general aviation in European regulations are appearing. Two important points should be noted in the fi eld of airworthiness: - The publication of the ”CS-STAN” on 9th July 2015: there is

At the same time, in order to implement its new policy, take account of 10 years of existence, defi ne performance-based regulation and deal with the new safety issues to come, the introduction of the necessary adaptation of the fi rst natio- Agency and the European Commission initiated work to revise nal regulations established in April 2012, following feedback Regulation (EU) 216/2008 which had instituted the European obtained. In particular, this new arrêté enables an extension Air Safety Agency, and so produced an ”Opinion” upon which of the scope of certain predefi ned operational scenarios, DSAC and all the Member States provided their comments, administrative simplifi cations and numerous clarifi cations, in order to prepare the legislative proposal submitted for in particular in relation to the technical requirements. examination within the Aviation Group in the fi rst half of 2016.

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and nature of oversight), while taking account early on in the On a European level, DSAC represented France on the EASA’s CIVIL AVIATION process the actors’ expectations and positions. The objective aerodromes Technical Advisory Group and responded to PERSONNEL is to build a training and skills system which is adapted to the various consultation requests from the Agency, in particular current activity and its future development and which could for an update of regulations relative to rescue and fi refi ghting Training outside ATO come into force in 2016. services at aerodromes (NPA 2015-09). 2015 was marked by the continuation of the European Com- mission’s strategy for general aviation with the coming to Transposition of the directive Taking into account the European fruition of the European Agency’s commitment to integrate on the recognition of professional regulation discussions on recreational pilot licence training not provided by approved organizations in the General Aviation roadmap. qualifi cations In order to transpose the new provisions of directive 2005/36/ th DSAC, in very close coordination with the Conseil National Finally, 2015 was marked by the work to transpose the measures EC of the European Parliament and Council of 7 September des Fédérations Aéronautiques et Sportives (National Council freshly-introduced into the European directive on the reco- 2005 relative to the recognition of professional qualifi cations, for Aeronautical and Sports Federations - CNFAS) worked gnition of professional qualifi cations in order to ”modernise” modifi ed by directive 2013/55/EU of the European Parlia- th very hard within the regulatory group established to amend and ”simplify” the current system relative to the recognition ment and Council of 20 November 2013, DSAC published the nd regulation (EU) No. 1178/2011, to support the concept of declared of qualifi cations of professional parachutists and fl ight decree of 22 December 2015 relative to the recognition of organisations and preserve our model of aeroclubs, which engineers. professional qualifi cations for the aerodrome rescue and fi re th has proved its value for years with no safety problems. This fi ghting personnel, modifying the decree of 18 January 2007 simplifi cation, which is driven by France, will be discussed relative to the technical standards applicable to rescue and with the comments of the NPA during 2016. AERODROME fi refi ghting services at aerodromes. SAFETY Following the publication of Regulation (EU) No. 139/2014 UAV remote pilot training decree which establishes requirements and administrative procedures relative to aerodromes, DSAC published the decree of 12th In 2015, given the promising development in the UAV sector Participation in the development of ICAO June 2015 relative to the aerodromes which are exempted in France, which is a pioneer in regulation in this fi eld, and and European regulation standards and from the provisions of article 4, paragraph 3 a of Regulation the initiatives taken or positions taken by public and private recommended practices (EC) No. 216/2008 of the European Parliament and Council of actors, DSAC undertook to develop the regulatory framework 20th February 2008, and published the decision of 12th June for UAS remote pilot training and skills, for the activity segment On an international level, DSAC contributed actively to the work 2015 relative to the list of aerodromes covered by the scope regulated by the arrêté of 17th December 2015 relative to UAS. of the ADOP (Aerodrome design and operations panel), coor- of Regulation (EC) No. 216/2008, which lists the 106 aero- The existing system must be changed gradually, simply and dinated the participation by DGAC experts in this panel’s work dromes covered by the scope of the new European regulation, in a way which is economical for DSAC (in terms of volume and commented on the resulting draft updates to Annex 14. including the 49 exempted from its application. To simplify the regulations, work to reorganise the format and content of the national regulation, applicable to aerodromes not covered by European regulation or exempted from its application, was launched in 2015. This work will continue in 2016.

Simplifi cation of national regulations The draft decree and order to update the private aerodrome creation and airfi eld usage procedures were fi nalised and sent for signature by the concerned Ministers, with a view to their publication. The decree of 14th April 2015 modifi ed the decree of 7th June 2007 which sets the technical specifi cations for establishing aviation easements, excluding radio-electric easements, in order to eliminate the height increases specifi c to thin and fi liform obstacles. The decree of 2nd July 2015 modifi ed the decree of 10th April 2007 relating to the prevention of wildlife hazards at aero- dromes, to extend the provisions of the decree of 30th April 2014, which had modifi ed this same decree of 10th April 2007, to New Caledonia, French Polynesia and Wallis and Futuna.

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Drafting, implementing and organising the safety policy with For glider pilots, DSAC has already introduced a specifi c authority to envisage an extended interval between two regard to the aptitudes and skills of aircrews are the main system to convert national licences and qualifi cations into audits (passing from one to two or three years). missions of the Aircrew department of DSAC. European ”SPL” licences and qualifi cations to prepare for the DSAC also monitored 11 CCA training organisations in accordance TRAINING, FLIGHT SCHOOLS 2015 was marked by different audits, in particular a full audit compulsory transition to European licences from 8th April with the new European regulation. AND SIMULATORS of the European EASA agency and an ISO audit. While these 2018. In 2015, the policy to increase the use of IT systems led Distribution of professional ATOs audits opened up areas for progress to which DSAC PN has to further development of new functionalities for the aircrew Medical clearance for aircrews licence management system, in particular in order to ensure dedicated and is still dedicating all of its energy, they did No. of certifi ed ATOs managed ATOs managed compliance with Aircrew regulation. In 2015, the European ”Aircrew” regulation was extended to in central in regions not identify any major non-conformities; the department’s ATOs operations (EC) (DSAC/IR) activity on the whole was judged perfectly satisfactory. With the same transition to Aircrew regulation and the early private pilots who still hold national licences (private pilot’s 60 incl. 20 19 incl. 1 adoption of provisions favourable to aircrew in mind, DSAC is licence, glider, balloon). 31st December 2014 helicopter ATOs helicopter ATOs offering balloon pilots the possibility to convert their natio- In addition, the provisions relative to the inspection of Aircrew exams 58 incl. 22 23 incl. 2 nal licences into Aircrew licences to enable them to work in aircrews’ medical certifi cates were substantially modifi ed by 31st December 2015 helicopter ATOs helicopter ATOs In 2015, DSAC continued the deployment of rooms equipped public transport until the age of 70. decree No. 2015-1788 of 28th December 2015. Under application with the Océane system to increase the screen-based theory of this decree, DSAC Director has increased powers in terms NB: some ATOs are approved for both helicopter and exam offer for private pilots and professional pilots: therefore, Aircrew training of medical supervision: he may request the medical council aeroplane training: they are only counted once in this the room in Bordeaux was expanded and new rooms were and fl ight simulation resources advice regarding an aircrew medical certifi cate on his own table. created (Rennes, Aix-en-Provence, Lyons, Dijon and in French initiative or further to a report made by an employer ; on the Guiana). Other Océane rooms are scheduled to open in 2016 In 2015, DSAC continued to lead working groups with members proposal of a medical assessor, he may also suspend the validity Cabin crews (Metz and Strasbourg in particular). from the various associations and federations (aeroplane, of a crew medical certifi cate for a maximum of 2 months in Certifi ed CCA schools The modifi cation of the decree relative to pilots’ linguistic skills helicopter, balloon and glider) to organise the introduction the event of an immediate risk to the safety. Type of training Number as of 31/12/2015 now offers operators the possibility of carrying out English- of European regulations applicable to recreational aviation. A new IT system which meets both medical data confi dentiality language skill extension examinations during IFR international DSAC participation in certain European agency (EASA) regulatory requirements and Aircrew requirements, and whichh could CCA 11 fl ights. Six operators organised this type of examination in working groups led to proposal of amendments to these be used by medical examiners and medical assessors , continued 2015. Around one hundred inspections were therefore carried regulations to facilitate their implementation while targeting throughout 2015. Simulation resources a pragmatic improvement of safety level. out. Other operators are planning to offer this method to FSTD assessments their aircrew in 2016. The oversight activities exercised by DSAC/PN/FOR together Flight Crew inspections Aeroplane fl ight simulators (FFS) with the regions, concerning 225 ATO training organisations 94 (incl. 33 abroad) Aircrew licences (including 82 professional organisations) enabled these In 2015, DSAC has recruited additional aeroplane and helicopter schools to take on board the new regulation. The ATO’s oversight fl ight operator inspectors (FOI), in order to increase its oversight Helicopter fl ight simulators (FFS) 10 The issuing of the fi rst European light aircraft pilot licences, methods are gradually evolving towards more systematic capability in the Air-Ops and Aircrew domains. Approximately (incl. 1 abroad) designated ”LAPL-A”, which began in 2014 continued in 2015. assessment of ATO risk management capability. half of FOI expertise and inspections missionsare carried Aeroplane fl ight trainers (FTD) 9 This licence enables holders to pilot single-piston engines The french gliding federation ATO approval, dedicated to the out during in-fl ight operations or on simulator; FOI have also (incl. 4 abroad) (land) or TMG with a certifi ed weight on take-off which does training of FI instructors, FE-aeroplane examiners and FIE glider been involved in the defi nition of regulatory changes,in-service Helicopter fl ight trainers (FTD) 5 not exceed 2,000 kg and with a maximum of 4 occupants. At instructor examiners, was granted by DSAC in January 2015. experience analysis and cooperation with third countries Flight navigation and procedures the same time, DSAC obtained the European Agency agreement Concerning simulators (FSTD- Flight Simulation Training Devices), authorities. 38 trainers (FNPT) - aeroplanes to maintain the private pilot’s licence (brevet de base - BB) all FSTD operators, for both aeroplanes and helicopters, are The skills of these experts were strengthened in 2015 by the Flight navigation and procedures until 2018 to enable a smooth transition to the Modular LAPL encouraged to implement the regulation in order to reach a application of the FOI (Flight Ops Inspectors) training pro- 12 licence which is being defi ned. level of maturity of their management system enabling the gramme, the acquisition of new type qualifi cations and by trainers (FNPT) - helicopters monitoring training programmes which are developed to mitigate fl ight safety problems such as upset prevention and recovery training (UPRT). • ”Aircrew” domain The TRE (type rating examiners) and S-TRE (senior-TRE) guide was fully reviewed and updated; examiners standardisation conferences in conformity with the new regulation were organised for S-TRE and several ATOs were approved to provide TRE training. The FOIs also carried out evaluations on instruc- tion standards in the context of ATO oversight. • ”AirOps” domain The activity related to airline oversight and technical ins- pections on OPS manuals increased signifi cantly in 2015 (256 oversight inspections for commercial aircraft operators and around 650 technical inspections). The experts also took part in actions prior to the approval of new airlines and the introduction onto the fl eet list of new aircraft.

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EXAMS Aeronautical qualifications valid on 31st December Number of theory certificates issued Number of theory certificates issued Professional pilot licences (licences with an end of validity) for private flight crews for private flight crews Type of licence 2014 2015 Type of certifi cate 2014 2015 Exams 2014 2015 Professional aeroplane pilot 5,491 5,287 ATPL/A 389 364 PPL/A JAR FCL 986 - Airline pilot 7,382 7,322 ATPLH / IFR 31 69 PPL/A PART FCL 1,579 2,063 Professional helicopter pilot 1,293 1,304 ATPLH / VFR 7 11 ULM 2,192 2,061 Helicopter airline pilot 211 220 CPL Aeroplane 9 10 Remote pilots 819 947 Public transport fl ight engineer 23 24 CPL Helicopter 72 60 BB (private pilot) 387 204 Parachutist 231 248 IR 93 65 PPLH JAR FCL 55 - Private pilot licences (licences Issued with an end of validity) CCA 1,198 1,092 PPLH PART FCL 128 80 Type of licence 2014 2015 LAPL Aeroplane - 16 BB basic pilot 2,417 1,860 Private aeroplane pilot PPL(A) 26,604 26,350 LICENCES Private helicopter pilot PPL(H) 1,357 1,354 Issuing of aeronautical qualifications Balloon pilot 970 966 Number of professional pilot licences Type of licence 2014 2015 CPL aeroplane professional pilot (A) 419 381 ATPL aeroplane airline pilot (A) 174 222 MEDICAL CPL helicopter professional pilot (H) 118 80 Medical office activity / CMAC ATPL helicopter airline pilot (A) 25 10 YEARS Public transport fl ight engineer 0 0 2013 2014 2015 Parachutist 33 26 Decisions made by 777 1,425 1,483 CCA (PNC) 1,378 1,025 the medical offi ce Transfers of medical fi les Number of private pilot licences between European States 745 1,457 1,480 Type of licence 2014 2015 processed by the Medical centre BB basic pilot 756 691 CMAC decisions for glider 1,152 480 294 Light aircraft pilot (aeroplane) LAPL(A) 3 37 and balloon pilots Private aeroplane pilot PPL(A) 1,800 1,679 Defi nitive unfi tness and Private helicopter pilot PPL(H) 110 111 assessment fi les processed 29 103 79 by the CMAC (medical council) Microlight pilot 2,357 2,066 Glider pilot 479 482 Balloon pilot 66 57

Number of instrument ratings Type of IR 2014 2015 Aeroplane IR 624 508 Helicopter IR 63 68 IR CB - 75 IR (A) SE + 12 IR (A) ME EIR - 1 EIR (A) SE FN/IR 3 ME + 57 SE 1 ME + 34 SE

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The ”Airworthiness and Operations” (DSAC/NO) technical A new interface with operators who hold an AOC for the follow-up rest time requirements for aircrew members came into force department is responsible for developing, implementing of the observations notifi ed (following audits, inspections or on 18th February 2016. This is the ”FTL ” (fl ight time limitations) and managing safety policy in terms of: technical checks carried out by DSAC) was deployed. Named regulation, the name of the sub-section of the AIR-OPS regu- • technical attestations and oversight for air transport companies, Mirza, all commercial aviation transport organisations have lation introduced by this text. This regulation replaces, for for aerial work companies, for others involved in the operation been using this interface since 2015 to manage their oversight commercial air transport operations performed by aeroplane of aircraft in general aviation; cases. Mirza has signifi cantly simplifi ed and sped up exchanges and other than air taxi services - i.e. for around thirty French • bodies involved in production, airworthiness monitoring between DSAC and operators, making it easier to correct airlines, the largest ones - the provisions which appeared in and maintenance, and the personnel concerned; non-conformities. This interface’s functionalities will be appendix III sub-section Q of Regulation (EEC) No. 3922/91. • certifi cation, airworthiness maintenance and the conditions extended progressively in 2016 to operators’ administrative under which aircraft are used. formalities, in particular for their approval requests and the DSAC/NO carries out its activities in conformity with interna- follow-up given to them. tional, European and national reference bases and assists the European Air Safety Agency (EASA) when these tasks fall within its scope. Via its actions it participates in the State’s safety programme.

Improvement and modernisation of interfaces with aviation operators Since the AIR-OPS regulation came into force on 28th October 2014, DSAC has been modernising its oversight and commu- nication tools with aviation operator. The complexity of the applicable rules led DSAC to anticipate The Airworthiness and Air Operations domain’s oversight Since the start of 2015, some of the formalities of microlight the entry into force of this regulation with several accom- reference bases have been designed to facilitate their use in owners have been possible from the ”Mon espace ULM” section panying actions. In February 2015, the annual Airworthiness the fi eld and have gradually been made available in electronic accessible on the Ministry’s website (transport, aviation sector, and Air Operations department seminar with operators was versions with internal navigation resources. In addition, they general light aviation and helicopters, microlights). largely dedicated to presenting the numerous changes. Spe- roll out the transverse provisions established by the quality For civilian UAV operators, the publication of the decrees on cifi c meetings were held with the operators concerned in the th team. 17 December 2015 was accompanied by remote declaration DSAC inter-regional centres for approval of each airline’s DSAC pays specifi c attention to improving the documentation procedures. A specifi c portal is being developed. fl ight and rest times. A guide was published on the Ministry’s it provides to airlines to facilitate their processes, from the website in October 2015. award of the AOC to preparation for the entry into force of a FTL: a new regulation for aircrews’ fl ight, The FTL regulation reinforces the safety regulations intended new regulation, via specifi c approval or accreditation requests. service and rest times to limit aircrew fatigue. It imposes on airlines adaptations to So, in 2015, around ten guides were published on the Ministry’s the planning of their aircrews’ rotations, which may be more th website. They are updated regularly. In time, around thirty of Regulation (EU) No. 83/2014 of 29 January 2014 which or less signifi cant depending on their activity and their com- these documents should be available. enshrines new rules relative to fl ight and service times and pany agreements. In certain very specifi c cases, the airlines must implement a fatigue risk management system. ”disruptive” schedules from two possibilities. After lengthy discussions with professional organisations chaired by DSAC in the fi rst half of the year, the decree of 17th December 2015 set these schedules for all French air carriers.

DSAC is also subject to standardisation inspections La DSAC fait régulièrement l’objet from the EASA, which provide d’inspections de standardisation de DSAC with the opportunity l’AESA, qui fournissent à la DSAC to improve the quality of l’opportunité d’améliorer la qualité de its actions. In 2015, ses actions. En 2015, l’inspection a the inspection related to porté sur la navigabilité. airworthiness.

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AIRWORTHINESS AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE

Fleet registered in France Air operator certifi cates Oversight of PART 145, FAR Production (as to 31/12/2015) 145, JAR 145 maintenance (as of 31/12/2015) 13,219 as to 31/12/2015 193 Production organisations providers (as to 31/12/2015) subject to French oversight Aircraft possessing a valid airworthiness 104 certifi cate (CDN) (as of 31/12/2015) (as of 31/12/2015) 60 I 203 + 3 foreign 83 AIR-OPS 1 AOC (aeroplane) 64 General aviation 7,933 I organisations AIR-OPS 3 AOC (helicopter) 366 Part 21G Commercial air transport 851 I AIR-OPS 1 R AOC (monitored on 108 behalf of EASA)) (aeroplane, restricted AOC) Total 8,784 33 11 I OPS 3 AOC (helicopter non AIROPS) 4 Part 21F 4 I AIROPS 3 R AOC 2 (helicopter, restricted AOC) Issuing of airworthiness documents I Balloon AOC I PART 145 approved maintenance (as of 31/12/2015) providers: 296 + 70 foreign organisations Transport aircraft (monitored on behalf of EASA) CDN 284 CNRA 28 Airlines I FAR 145 approved maintenance providers 56 I TCCA approved maintenance providers CDNS 3 CNRAC 22 In-fl ight inspections 401 I 88 Part M approved maintenance providers R-CDN 6 CDNR 3 Training inspections on simulator 144 Sub-part G (TAC) CNSK 4 Ground course training inspections 98 General aviation maintenance Passes...... 1,543 624 surveillance (as to 31/12/2015) incl. 1,248 issued by DSAC and 295 issued by OSAC Technical assessments issued to the air I Aircraft CDN for export ...... 1 maintenance units 412 I 18 incl. 325 new aircraft under approval Airbus (Toulouse*, Hamburg** and transport directorate 29 I F’ approved main- Tianjin** sites) issued in 2015 419 tenance providers Imported aircraft ...... 394 I ATR 1 (Appendix II) 160 incl. 62 from an EASA Member State I Dassault Aviation I Maintenance * For Toulouse, 243 export airworthiness certi- providers fi cates have been delivered. AOC safety oversight acts carried out in 2015 277 I J AR 145 approved Valid microlight ID cards ** The activities at Hamburg and Tianjin are 147 maintenance not covered by the oversight sub-contracted by EASA to DGAC. Operator support meetings 293 providers as of 31/12/2015 15,309 (general aviation) Authorised ETOPS companies 11 I F approved maintenance Remote-controlled aircraft General aviation providers Aircraft operation ramp inspections I Part M approved Airworthiness documents delivered in 2015 Aérophile SA 1 maintenance Type design attestations (including revisions) Total number of inspections in 2015 2,748 providers 242 Robin Aircraft 6 (153 covering S-2, 185 covering S-3, 3 covering S-4) Sub-part G Ballons Chaize 5 For French airlines (SANA) 705 Specifi c authorisations (including revisions) 132 DAHER-Socata 551 For foreign airlines (SAFA) 2,043 Maintenance personnel (67 covering S-2, 84 covering S-3) Issoire Aviation 2 training oversight Specifi c authorisations 302 (as to 31/12/2015) Llopis Balloons 4 Hazardous materials transport authorisations Passes (incl. revisions) 76 I Schools (PART 147) (class 1) ASI Aviation 0 99 (32 + 17 foreign organisations) Specifi c operations authorisations 1,521 I Licences (PART 66) S3>4kg 39 Remote-controlled aircraft (as to 31/12/2015) 49 (2,124 licences issued in 2015 incl. S2+ 38 Referenced operators 2,300 Civilian helicopters 242 initial issues) Referenced UAVs 4,043 I SNCF DT26 S4>2kg 8 Airbus Helicopters 181 LNMA (324 licences issued in 2015 incl. NIGHT FLIGHT 47 Guimbal 44 10,685 37 initial issues) MOVEMENT 8 LNMA amendments: 287 in 2015 CAPTIVE S3>4kg 5

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The certifi cation and oversight of air navigation service Toulouse Blagnac (June 2015) and Nantes (December 2015). In (EASA). These meetings and training sessions provided the providers and aerodrome operators, drafting and implementing particular, this enabled the European certifi cation methods opportunity for discussions with other oversight authorities the safety policy in regard to the fi tness for fl ight and competences to be experimented with and consolidated. and the Agency on how the regulation should be understood of personnel and the technical approval of the systems and In addition, signifi cant explanatory work was carried out to and how it should be implemented. Direct discussions were materials involved in these services are covered by the answer the questions of aerodrome operators in relation to also chaired by DSAC. In particular, this activity enables us to Airports and air navigation (ANA) department. ensure that the interpretations and methods established are DSAC/ANA also provides the air transport department with reliable and to ensure an entry into force that complies with its technical expertise for drafting national and international the spirit intended by the European institutions. regulations in the fi eld of air navigation and airspace. In addition to aerodrome certifi cation, the European regulation also means an update in national regulation. The objective is Airports: implementation of European to guarantee homogeneity between all aerodromes, whether aerodrome certifi cation and impact on or not they have a certifi cate. In fact, not all European standards are consistent with pre-existing national standards, which national oversight often leads to different requirements for the same concept Aviation safety at aerodromes was signifi cantly reorganised (for example, the SSLIA protection levels which, for the same in 2014 with the entry into application of European airport value, do not require identical resources). safety regulation. So, the vast majority of aerodromes who Work was also carried out to identify regulatory changes. already have a national certifi cate must have a European These actions will enable the most urgent regulatory revisions certifi cate established in accordance with the standards the implementation of this regulation. Finally, the concepts to be initialised in 2016. produced by the European Commission and the European Air on which the European system is based (certifi cation base, Finally, oversight over aerodromes in 2015 was adjusted to Safety Agency (EASA). This relates to around 55 aerodromes. fl exible law, etc.) are quite different from the concepts used take account of the safety requirements which may be raised To enable continuity between the national certifi cates and in national regulations and raise questions as to how they (risk-based oversight). This oversight takes account of the European certifi cates, a transition system has been provided, should be applied. Numerous working meetings were organised exposure to risks (scale of the traffi c, aerodrome environment, enabling the certifi cates to be converted according to a simplifi ed between the UAF, operators and DSAC. complexity, etc.) and the management of risks by the aerodrome process until the end of 2017. In addition, a conversion monitoring seminar was organised operators. This method enables resources and activities to Therefore, in 2015, the certifi cate conversion processes were in mid-2015 to see how the situation was progressing. be concentrated where they are the most useful. carried out for aerodromes with over 400,000 commercial Finally, DSAC tool part in the working meetings and training passengers every year and completed for the aerodromes of sessions organised by the European Air Safety Agency Certifi cations and continuous oversight of air navigation service providers

In accordance with European regulations, DSAC, acting in the capacity of the national oversight authority, has delivered the following air navigation service provider certifi cates: • Météo France: delivered in December 2006 and renewed in December 2010 for a duration of six years, for providing meteorological services to air navigation; • DSNA: delivered in December 2006 and renewed in December 2010 for a duration of six years, for supplying the following services: - route and approach control, - Alert and fl ight information service, - communication, navigation and surveillance (CNS), - aeronautical information. AFIS service providers: excluding French overseas territories (cf. below) more than 70 certifi cates delivered for providing the aerodrome fl ight information service. Two of these AFIS providers are also certifi ed for providing CNS services; • French overseas territory service providers: French Polynesia, New Caledonia, Wallis-&-Futuna, and Saint-Pierre-&-Miquelon, comprising 9 service providers rendering ATC, fl ight information and/or CNS services to around thirty aerodromes. In 2015, DSAC ANA introduced the certifi cation for the future CNS Eolane service provider which is planning to take over In June 2015, Toulouse Blagnac airport became the fi rst airport in France to convert the operation of some Cat 1 ILS which are no longer operated its airport safety certifi cation to European standards. by DSNA. The certifi cate was delivered in January 2016.

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DIRCAM (military air traffi c directorate) exercises the oversight and certifi cation activities for military service providers on behalf of DSAC and by applying the methods defi ned by DSAC. AIRPORTS AIR NAVIGATION PERSONNEL The certifi ed military service providers are as follows: ALAVIA Certifi ed airports ...... 72 Controller licences delivered ...... 85 (Naval Aviation General Staff), CFA (Air Force Command), CSFA incl. 10 in the COMs of which 65 DSNA licences and 20 Defence licences (Air Force Support Command), COMALAT (Army Light Aviation Trainee controller licences delivered ...... 121 Aerodromes converting to the Command), DIA (Aeronautical Information Division), DGA-EV of which 85 DSNA licences and 36 Defence licences (Flight Testing) and DIRISI (Joint Armed Forces Directorate of European certificate: Licence extensions ...... 6,611 Infrastructure Networks and Information Systems for Defence). • 55 aerodrome operators must Once certifi ed, the air navigation service providers are subject have their certifi cates converted Licences for maintenance personnel and by the end of 2017 to continuous oversight, the requirements for which are detailed for technical monitoring of air navigation systems ...... 1,291 in a European regulation and which comprise in particular: • Of these 55 aerodromes, 46 have Training audits ...... 11 started the conversion process • audits: every 2 years, every functional domain of each service AFIS evaluators ...... 5 provider must be audited; • Of these 46 aerodrome operators, 30 have registered their certifi cate • change monitoring: safety studies are verifi ed by the oversight conversion request authority, whose agreement is required for the implementation • Of these 30 operators, AIR NAVIGATION of the changes that it decides to monitor. Approximately 12 certifi cate requests are one hundred operational changes are verifi ed in this way being fi nalised SERVICE PROVIDERS every year. • 2 certifi cates have already been Certifi ed AFIS service providers as of 31/12/15 ...... 78 • oversight of safety performance: in particular, by monitoring converted (Toulouse Blagnac and incl. 25 renewals, 19 service provider changes in 2015 safety performance indicators imposed by the European Nantes Atlantique) Certifi ed military service providers as of 31/12/15 ...... 5 Commission, associated with national indicators; • oversight of the European interoperability regulation. This DSNA (renewed on 15/12/10 for 6 years) ...... 1 regulation aims at encouraging the development of a Approved approaches Météo France (renewed on 01/12/10 for 6 years) ...... 1 consistent and interoperable air navigation system. The Cat II and cat III ILS 29 Service providers in French overseas territories certifi ed on 31/12/15 Commission publishes, in this context, interoperability precision approaches • French Polynesia: DAC-PF (21 AFIS), Tahiti airport (1 AFIS), SNA-PF regulations concerning the technical systems and/or the Cat I ILS precision 120 • New Caledonia: Province Nord (1 AFIS), Province des Iles (2 AFIS), methods for operating these systems. approaches Province Sud (1 AFIS), SNA-NC DSAC also provides oversight for organisations involved in • Wallis-and-Futuna: SEAC-WF (1 AFIS), STP-WF (1 AFIS) designing instrument ratings procedures. Aerodromes open • Saint-Pierre-&-Miquelon: extension of the DSNA certifi cate for the control ser- 2015 was also marked by the implementation of the corrective to public use and vice in Saint-Pierre and the AFIS service in Miquelon action plan from the audit carried out by EASA in 2014 on the with restricted use ...... approx. 500 Number of audits carried out per Service Providers Certifi cation (CNA): ATM/ANS and air traffi c controller licence domains. Finally, it National air navigation service provider audits ...... 8 Heliports ...... approx. 300 should be noted that the European regulatory reference Participation in AFIS audits of DSAC/IR ...... 3 base is being reorganised with the introduction to come of the ATM IR. DSAC’s departments were also involved in the Accredited training organizations process to draft future regulations, formulating numerous ARFF 5 SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT comments. Wildlife hazards 2 Air Navigation Services Personnel prevention service Changes subject to a follow-up decision in 2015 ...... 46 oversight incl. 2 MET changes and 1 change in the French overseas territories Changes being followed up in 2014 ...... 58 DSAC trained the fi rst AFIS assessors from the different AFIS Changes accepted following examination of the safety fi le ...... 40 service providers. They are now responsible for carrying out incl. 2 MET and 2 for the French overseas territories local theoretical and practical evaluations. DSAC continued to issue ATSEP licences to DSNA personnel. From now on all offi cers who carry out maintenance activities on DSNA’s different operational systems have an ATSEP licence in accordance with the decree of 11th Septembe r 2014. DSAC made presentations to the different service providers responsible for ATCO training of regulation 2015/340 which will enter into force in France on 31st December 2016 and chaired several working groups to help understand the regulation and prepare for its implementation.

26 27 DSAC  ACTIVITY REPORT 2015 07 SECURITY

on detecting fake threat images (TIP system). In 2015, DSAC correct application by an operator of a particular point of ANTICIPATING AND PREVENTING approved 26 standard image interpretation exam systems regulation, and tests in operational situations aimed at Ensuring the compliance and effi ciency of the security measures (ENII) used by offi cers to evaluate them following this adap- measuring the capacity for detecting prohibited items, and NUMBER OF ENTITIES implemented by the various stakeholders in ”air transport” ted training. The objective is to ensure that the offi cers are ensuring that security offi cers at the major hubs demonstrate is an essential mission for protecting civil aviation against effi cient in detecting prohibited articles. the requisite vigilance. POSSESSING SECURITY illicit activities. This is the main role of the 120 or so DSAC Within this framework, the Air Transport Gendarmerie (GTA) offi cers involved in this domain. Approval and oversight of stakeholders and the Border Police (PAF) carried out 653 targeted inspections CERTIFICATION / in 2015 on behalf of DSAC. The Air Transport Gendarmerie In 2015, 250 approvals or designations (fi rst issues or renewals) APPROVAL DELIVERED Training and certifi cation of personnel also carried out 1,794 tests in standardised operational were issued by DSAC to organisations implementing security situations. This mechanism was supplemented by the Border carrying out security inspections measures, based on examination of their security program BY DSAC: Police, which carried out 2,787 tests in operational situations. Since 1st January 2013, the offi cers carrying out inspection - and inspection of the implementation of these programmes. • 59 aerodrome operators These approvals concerned 12 aerodrome operators, 2 French the screening of passengers, cabin and hold baggage, freight, Inspections of the European Commission • 20 air transport operators (French airlines) in-fl ight catering supplies, airport supplies and vehicles, as airlines, 215 freight companies (regulated agents and known • 493 regulated agents (freight companies) well as those conducting surveillance and patrol operations, consignors) and 12 in-fl ight catering companies (regulated The European Commission regularly carries out inspections • 163 known consignors are certifi ed in compliance with the obligations of the Euro- suppliers) and 9 designations of airlines transporting freight in order to check the uniform conformity of the security regu- pean regulation by DSAC. After a 3-year transitional phase from third-party countries (ACC3). lations within the Member States. In 2015, two inspections of • 75 regulated suppliers (in-fl ight catering which enabled the certifi cation process for some 12,000 se- Paris-Charles-de-Gaulle airport took place. DSAC supported companies) curity offi cers in France to be spread out, all security offi cers and followed up these inspections. The main nonconformities • 143 ACC3 designations (Air Cargo or mail are now certifi ed. For most of them, this certifi cation is valid recorded related to the monitoring of freight companies’ Carrier operating into the union from a third for 3 years; so, from 2016, the offi cers who were certifi ed in platforms and the quality of freight screening inspection. Country airport. An airline’s ACC3 status 2013 will sit certifi cation renewal exams. The organisation of For all the points raised in the course of this inspection, the enables it to import freight from a given involvement of the various airport stakeholders, the various the certifi cation exams was entrusted by DSAC to ENAC, which airport in a third party country to the organised 1,350 exam sessions in France (including overseas State services and the whole of DSAC led to the establishment European Union) territories) in 2015. These security offi cers are trained by ins- of a situation of conformity with the European regulation tructors who are also certifi ed by DSAC for a fi ve-year period. following the implementation of various corrective actions. In total, at the end of 2015, 253 instructors were certifi ed by DSAC. In 2015, 22 new instructors were trained by ENAC on Implementation guides for security behalf of the Minister, then certifi ed by DSAC, which chairs stakeholders the inter ministerial certifi cation juries (DSAC, ENAC, GTA and the RENAR network with the networks of the DSNA’s diffe- Generally, whenever there is a change to the regulations, PAF). In 2015, DSAC and ENAC maintained a complete panel rent partner ANSP networks). This audit enabled the audit DSAC produces implementation guides aimed at the operators of 16 teaching kits, published in 2013, to serve as reference procedure to be harmonised for air navigation, where the SSI and inspection services. These guides describe the acceptable courses to be used by these instructors. For the instructors centre operates on behalf of DSAC’s ”Airports and air navigation” means of ensuring conformity with European and French security who chose not to take up these DGAC reference courses, a department. Two audits concerned the REDEVANCES system regulations, so that practices are uniform throughout the total of 152 sets of course content were approved, including which was the subject of a cyber-attack: 4 audits concerned Additionally, DSAC exercises regular oversight of approved territory. They are therefore published or modifi ed following 42 in 2015. This concerns principally the approval of imaging the sites: DSAC-AG, SNA/SE, CRNA/O, DSAC-SE. The objective entities in order to ensure that the conditions pertaining for consultation with all security stakeholders. The following software aid courses. was to verify that these sites were deploying the systems deliverance of the approval are maintained. To this end, it were published in 2015: the implementation guide relative to Finally, 2015 saw the entry into force of regulation on adap- they use in accordance with the planned operating provisions. carried out, in 2015, 345 continuous oversight inspections. the use of ETD (Explosive Trace Detection) in the context of ted training for offi cers who are evaluated as having failed In general, based on the last 5 years, the audit results mostly screening of passengers and hold baggage, the guide relative show an improvement in information system security on the to in-flight catering supplies and the methodology for Operational oversight actions sites without this trend being confi rmed during system audits. implementing performance tests in operational situations. In addition to the oversight of approved stakeholders, DSAC The guides relative to the procedures for managing individuals’ coordinates and implements operational oversight of the authorisations, for training and for civil aviation security OUR MISSIONS: security mechanism so as to ensure the correct implemen- instructors were updated. tation and effi ciency of the security measures at airports. • Coordinating and implementing the oversight To this end, DSAC launched 11 airport security audits in 2015. Securing the information systems of the various entities involved in civil These audits make it possible to ensure correct observance of aviation security on the basis of a European the security rules and to judge on the ground the interrelations In 20154, 10 management information system security audits and national regulatory framework. between the various stakeholders concerned. They are com- were carried out: 4 audits for the management information • Drafting the regulatory interpretations pleted by an inspection on the maintenance of performance systems: INTERNAT (all platforms providing security for the different data fl ows between the DGAC company network and required and providing the standardisation for the equipment at the platforms concerned, implemented the Internet), ANGELIQUE (DGAC company directory to iden- tools. by the Service Technique de l’Aviation Civile (STAC) on behalf of DSAC. tify users on the business applications, SACMNMV (system • Overseeing the security of IT systems. DSAC also organises the coordination of standardised oversight provided to the delegate to inspect the airworthiness of fl ight actions carried out by the other State services, including equipment) and OCEANE (system to produce theoretical in particular targeted inspections aimed at checking the exams for aircrews). One audit for an operational air navigation system: SNARE (system that secures the interconnection of

28 29 DSAC  ACTIVITY REPORT 2015 ENVIRONMENT AND 08 SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

Seeking the best compromise between zones defi ned by the noise nuisance plans. 11 airfi elds in Urban planning: another aspect France have traffi c levels enabling, according to the regulations, aviation activity and respect for the the implementation of such a mechanism (Strasbourg left of sustainable development environment and the populace the mechanism in 2015). In 2015, the rate of soundproofi ng To preserve fl ight safety and limit the nuisance to local residents, DSAC contributes actively, across the nation and more aid amounted to 80% of the costs of the diagnostics and the it is necessary to impose urban planning constraints, following particularly around the major airports, to ensuring that the work carried out. The CCAR of the French airports led in 2015 studies on a case-by-case basis so as to guarantee the issues of sustainable development in the aviation sector are to the approval of work to be carried out on 3,898 homes, relevance of each decision made. taken into account to the best possible extent, by encouraging representing nearly €42 million of work, signifi cantly up in Around airports, DSAC is working on updating the noise exposure local consultation. Its essential fi elds of action include 2014, which related to the Paris area. plans (PEB): over 200 aerodromes today have a noise exposure consultation in the locality of the airport platforms, whether plan or are currently creating or revising one. Most of the for commercial aviation or light aviation; monitoring the Ensuring compliance with environmental current fi les are concerned by the recent Decree 2012-1470 application by all stakeholders of environmental regulations; regulations which takes better account of the airfi elds with lower or less and integrating the issues of urban planning relating to airports regular traffi c, such as general aviation aerodromes. Lastly, 16 airports and heliports in France, among the most signifi cant and air navigation facilities. for the smallest airfi elds, for which this exercise is not justi- in terms of traffi c and noise pollution, are today subject to fi ed, the procedures for drafting noise exposure plans have environmental restriction orders aimed at reducing the been cancelled. Local consultation: a fi eld mission noise nuisance linked to their operations. In particular, a decree Close to aerodromes, or around navigation facilities, the face-to-face with elected offi cials, was adopted concerning Cannes-Mandelieu airport on 8th local residents and users September 2015. This is also the case for the Grimaud heliport from 22nd June 2015. Breaches of these rules are systematically In 2015, DSAC took part in consultative environmental recorded by certifi ed DSAC offi cers and communicated to the committees dealing with 42 airports that are particularly airport nuisance control authority (ACNUSA - Autorité de sensitive from an environmental point of view, and in working contrôle des nuisances aéroportuaires). The operators risk groups assembled under their aegis (environmental charter incurring a fi ne of up to €20,000, which may be increased to follow-up committees, thematic meetings). The interregional of- €40,000 for certain breaches recorded as from 1 January fi ces (DSAC/IR) bring objective elements into the discussion 2014, and in particular those relating to failure to comply (traffi c statistics, oversight analyses and actions, exposition with night-fl ight restrictions or aircraft noise performance. of the regulations), enabling the stakeholders to identify, In 2015, DSAC passed on to ACNUSA 429 reports for for each airfi eld, the most appropriate point of equilibrium non-compliance with environmental restriction orders, between the pursuit of aeronautical activity and respect for compared to 395 in 2014. To enable a reduction in the number the neighbouring populations. Monitoring compliance with of these infringements, DSAC is pursuing its prevention actions ”least noise” fl ight paths constituted a priority in 2015. with operators at the same time as dealing with breaches, by The DSAC/IRs also take part in consultative committees for way of correspondence and meetings. aid to local residents (CCARs), tasked with studying projects to help with the soundproofi ng of homes situated within the DSAC/IRs seek sometimes innovative solutions in order to reconcile local development issues with aviation safety: the DSAC/IRs were called upon to express opinion in many consultations in 2015, including a high proportion of wind farm projects. Some of the most complex dossiers include projects for installing wind farms near to VORs or radars or high-rise building projects (for example, at Issy-les-Mou- lineaux, along the take-off and landing trajectories for Paris-Issy-les-Moulineaux helipor t). In most of the regions, SNIA (the national aeronautical engineering service) already constitutes the single entry point for all DGAC urban planning fi les. This deployment in the last of the regions will be fi nalised in 2016. The DSAC/IRs will continue to be called upon for complex projects in which their expertise and their fi eld knowledge are precious commodities.

30 31 DSAC  ACTIVITY REPORT 2015 09 DSAC/IRs

Regional skills...

The Civil Aviation Safety Directorate (DSAC) comprises a central operations department, based in Paris, and local operations departments, the interregional departments. The interregional departments, which are named DSAC/IRs, are distributed across mainland France, in the overseas departments and in the territories of Saint-Martin and Saint-Barthélemy. The 9 DSAC/IRs have a head offi ce and, where applicable, delegations. Subject to the competencies of the central operations department, the interregional departments are responsible for taking the actions, measures and decisions required in relation to people and organisations or in relation to systems and equipment, in the areas of safety and security. In liaison with the central operations department, they prepare and implement their budgets, prepare and implement invoicing for fees for services provided by the State for civil aviation safety and security and make purchases. They are responsible for the individual management of their departments’ offi cers and contribute to the development and implementation of the training plan. The activities mentioned are carried out with the support either of the DSAC/IR concerned’s own resources or the resources available at the central operations department or within other DSAC/IRs according to the methods and procedures defi ned by the corresponding central operations department. The DSAC/IRs are responsible for taking all actions, measures and decisions required in relation to all natural or legal persons, public or private entities, that are subject to the requirements of regulatory, EU and national legislation with regard to the economic and fi nancial, safety, security and environ-

mental oversight incumbent on the Prefects of the zone, the region, the department or the DTA (air DSAC/IR transport directorate), according to the methods and procedures defi ned by these administrative 9 authorities. • 7 in metropolitan France The DSAC/IRs instruct the corresponding administrative decisions or take these decisions when they • 2 in the French overseas territories are delegated to them. The DSAC/IRs take part in the DTA’s actions in terms of airspace and relations with users in this domain. 9 delegations Each DSAC/IR may assist all DGAC offi cers under its territorial responsibility with their integration in • 6 in metropolitan France their professional environment, through initiatives targeting their housing, catering, social, sports and cultural activities, as well as all actions relating to the application of health & safety and working • 3 in the French overseas territories conditions Each DSAC/IR may be responsible for actions relating to the real estate policy, IT or logistics. These activities are carried out according to the methods and procedures defi ned by the DGAC General 881 o f fi c e r s Secretariat responsible for the corresponding policies.

32 33 DSAC  ACTIVITY REPORT 2015 09 DSAC/IR FRENCH WEST INDIES FRENCH GUIANA Director: Philippe GUIVARC’H H e a d O f fi c e : Fort-de-France

A WORD FROM THE DIRECTOR AERODROMES PUBLIC TRANSPORT OVERSIGHT 7 open to public use including 6 commercial aerodromes 5 air transport companies incl. 4 for aeroplanes Connectivity and air transport (subject to taxation) and 1 for helicopters 10 aerodromes approved for restricted use 15 audits in 2015 Connectivity means making links possible between people To combat illegal public passenger transport, all legal and 1 aerodrome for private use 221 technical inspections in 2015: and freeing up regions. Connectivity really comes into play administrative sanctions need to be used, but these are not 16 microlight platforms in one small corner of France, in South America, in Guiana enough on their own. 138 SAFA, 7 SACA, 76 SANA 4 heliports to be precise. There are no roads; it takes several days by Political and economic actors need to be informed of the 10 helipads GENERAL AVIATION dug-out canoe to reach the villages located beside the rivers requirements, the rules and the responsibilities. We have a model aircraft zones and even longer to walk to the villages inland. French Guia- 6 69 aerial work companies (incl. 44 UAV) duty to educate people as, we must confess, our domains na is also a land which has a bright future, with very strong Airshows in 2015: 5 minor - 1 medium are particularly complex, our rules are restrictive and diffi - demographic growth and major ecological and economic 2 approved training organisations cult to get to grips with and our messages are often poorly ENVIRONMENT imperatives. Air transport is important for the protection of 265 aeronautical qualifi cations issued in 2015 understood. the Amazonian forest, legal, or illegal, panning for gold, the 3 aerodromes with a noise exposure plan under revision 9 infringement fi les processed inland populations and its status as a French department. We also need to be pragmatic as the system can’t develop just like that. Finally, we need to be present, assist candidate SAFETY ECONOMIC REGULATION Just like everywhere else? No, because this is the only response operators and ensure that they understand what we expect to a vital need. The need for transport is there, overwhel- Air navigation 70 ground handling company approvals of them. All of this will enable us, at the same time but only if mingly, and the response is simply not enough. Grant-aided 2 AFIS audits Number of PSO routes: 11 incl. 3 created in 2015 we manage to meet these conditions, to combat illegal trans- links subject to public service obligations enable a commercial 5 air carrier operation licenses port effectively and provide passengers and the populations Airports service to be provided to three airfi elds inside the country located under fl ight paths with the safety to which they are 6 certifi ed aerodrome operators using Air Guyane Express LET410s. This falls far short of covering RESOURCES entitled. 7 approved runways all needs. For the rest, and excluding medical transport by 1 SMS audit Headcount: 88 Ultimately, and without doubt even more in a context which helicopter, no fewer than ten operators, using helicopters 10 inspections relating to the conditions of type-approval Budget: AE €1,653,103 / CP €1,575,699 and planes, provide a response to these needs under highly is so very different to what we know at the heart of Europe, and operating procedures for aerodromes (CHEA) • Air transport: variable conformity conditions. oversight and territorial actions are intimately linked. This is 4 aeronautical protection zones with 2 being created and AE €88,100 / CP €85,800 what justifi es our presence in the fi eld and strengthens the 2 being revised This shows just how diverse and complex DSAC’s activities are. • Oversight and certifi cation: reasons behind our missions. AE €1,477,654 / CP €1,402,550 SECURITY • Social action & annuities: 8 security approvals - renewed in 2015: AE €87,349 / CP €87,349 • 3 aerodrome operators (out of 5 approvals) • 1 air carrier company (out of 9 approvals) as DSAC management body • 1 authorised suppliers (out of 5 approvals) as DSAC management body • 3 known shippers (out of 7 approvals) as DSAC management body 2 local security committee meetings (CLS) 7 operational security committee meetings (COS) 3 security committee meetings

34 35 DSAC  ACTIVITY REPORT 2015 09 DSAC/IR CENTRE EAST

Director: Michel HUPAYS H e a d O f fi c e : Aéroport de Lyon-Saint Exupéry

A WORD FROM THE DIRECTOR AERODROMES 37 open to public use including 10 commercial PUBLIC TRANSPORT OVERSIGHT In 2015, Lyon Saint-Exupéry airport started to grow again In the oversight domain, its core activity, DSAC continued the aerodromes (subject to taxation) (+3.5% reaching 8.7 million passengers) and marked out its process to implement the European regulatory provisions de- 22 aerodromes approved for restricted use 33 air transport companies incl. 11 for aeroplanes, medium-term trajectory. fi ned by EASA (European Air Safety Agency). 2013 was dedicated 42 aerodromes for private use 9 for helicopters and 13 for balloons to aircrew and 2014 to airlines. From 2015, operators or airports 49 audits in 2015 In the context of the major development orientations for the 114 microlight platforms with over 10,000 passengers will gradually need to convert 337 technical inspections in 2015: aerodrome's infrastructure set by the Minister responsible for 59 heliports their national airport safety certifi cates into European certi- 51 SAFA, 181 SACA, 105 SANA civil aviation, the Aéroports de Lyon (ADL) company has esta- 56 helipads fi cates. Lyon Saint Exupéry, Clermont-Ferrand, Saint-Etienne, blished a new master. This planning document, which is ap- 1 fl oatplane strip Chambéry and Grenoble are involved in the short term. GENERAL AVIATION proved by the French State, defi nes the airport's development 6 altiports For its part, light aviation remains dynamic, in particular in the stages at different milestones. While maintaining continuity 34 mountain airstrips 394 aerial work companies (incl. 330 UAV) Rhône-Alpes region. However, serious thought must be given with the 1999 master plan, before any extension of the aero- 15 permanent Balloon platforms 26 approved maintenance units to the major causes of a very high number of microlight acci- drome the major objective will be to reach a threshold of 22 Airshows in 2015: dents this year. million passengers, by optimising the existing runway system and ENVIRONMENT 126 minor - 10 medium - 3 major Over and beyond its responsibilities for air transport safety containing the terminal installations within the existing surface 21 approved training organisations and security, the State has defi ned sustainable development 31 aerodromes with a noise exposure plan area. This scheme, which was defi ned in keeping with the Lyons 5 fl ying club oversight actions in the aviation domain as its core action. (including Geneva), incl. 29 under the new standards. urban area's territorial development directive (which was also 640 aeronautical qualifi cations issued in 2015 Lyon Saint Exupéry redefi ned its environmental commitments 2 noise exposure plans pending modifi ed in 2015), required signifi cant negotiations with local licence conversions in October 2015. In the light aviation domain, the Lyon-Bron 9 environmental charters signed 133 authorities, driven by the Region's Prefect. environmental charter was fi nalised but required arbitration 1 aerodrome with a noise nuisance plan 23 infringement fi les processed At the same time, a 2015-2019 economic regulation contract from the ACNUSA. This charter should be signed in the fi rst half 6 meetings of the environmental consultative committee 2 disciplinary committee meetings held which sets a ceiling for airport licence fees for the next fi ve of 2016, along with the charter for the Villefranche aerodrome. (CCE) years (regulated scope) was signed in March 2015 between the ECONOMIC REGULATION Finally, the DSAC CE had to intervene on the environmental French State and Aéroports de Lyon. This contract provides air impact of Geneva airport on French territory. Driven by the SAFETY 92 ground handling company approvals incl. 17 issued or transport actors with visibility over fees and charges for a Prefect of the Ain, discussions were organised with residents Air navigation renewed in 2015 period of massive investments for ADL. and elected representatives around two issues: Number of PSO routes: 2 pending Alongside the specifi cations which set the contractor's pu- 4 AFIS audits • The PSIA, the development scheme for Geneva airport sup- 32 air carrier operation licenses blic service obligations, this range of measures enables the 2 CCRAGALS meetings ported by the FOCA (Federal Offi ce of Civil Aviation) and the framework to be defi ned for the opening up of capital in Participation in 4 AFIS audits outside of DSAC territory Canton of Geneva. RESOURCES Lyons's airports, which is scheduled for 2016. Debate is still Airports • The plan to modify departure routes from Geneva in the raging at local level on the opening up of routes and the inte- 7 certifi ed aerodrome operators Headcount: 83 context of a European airspace optimisation project. gration of the airport into the local economy. 21 approved runways Budget: AE €1,452,345 / CP €1,572,345 The regional airports saw a stagnation, or even a slight drop, 30 inspections relating to the conditions of type-approval • Air transport: in their activity. Clermont-Ferrand (393,000 passengers) and and operating procedures for aerodromes (CHEA) AE €97,000 / CP €97,000 Saint-Etienne (149,000 passengers) stood still. The airports 2 aeronautical protection zone approvals by ministerial • Oversight and certifi cation: AE €1,150,000 / CP €1,270,000 in the Alps (Grenoble/295,000 passengers, Chambéry/212,000 decree • Social action & annuities: passengers) saw their niche traffi c drop (ski weekends), faced AE €205,345 / CP €205,345 with a more aggressive commercial policy from Aéroports de SECURITY Lyon. The serious severe operational constraints on Geneva 20 security approvals - initial or renewed in 2015: airport over winter weekends have not as yet led to a transfer • 1 aerodrome operators (out of 6 approvals) of passenger traffi c to French platforms. • 13 authorised agents (out of 69 approvals) as DSAC Saint-Etienne airport is still unsure about its future, due to the management body (20 authorised agents in management) needed medium term investments to renovate and upgrade it • 1 authorised suppliers (out of 6 approvals) as DSAC management body to new standards, but most of all with the constraints in the • 5 known shippers (out of 17 approvals) as DSAC "Guidelines on State aid" published in April 2014 by the European management body Commission. This platform cannot be exempt from discussions 1 security audit at a DSAC-CE airport on the organisation of the airport landscape in the metropolitan 10 operational security committee meetings (COS) area. 4 security committee meetings In a restricted budget environment, we may note the participation of the State in the renewal in May 2015 of the public service obligation contract for the Paris-Aurillac route (28,000 passengers).

36 37 DSAC  ACTIVITY REPORT 2015 09 DSAC/IR NORTH

Director: Lucette LASSERRE H e a d O f fi c e : Athis-Mons

AERODROMES 2 security audits of a DSAC/N airport A WORD FROM THE DIRECTOR 2 EU inspections of a DSAC/N operator 44 open to public use including 13 commercial 2 local security committee meetings (CLS) aerodromes (subject to taxation) 2015: an unprecedented year 12 operational security committee meetings (COS) 9 aerodromes approved for restricted use incl. 2 military 2015 was a tragic year, which began with the terrorist attacks A large mobilization was also carried out for the Issy-les-Mou- 22 security committee meetings 69 microlight platforms 22 security premises network meetings (Orly-specifi c) on Charlie Hebdo and Hyper Cacher and practically ended lineaux and Toussus-le-Noble platforms. 40 heliports with the attacks on 13th November and the introduction of On the margins of traditional oversight activities, 2015 also 34 helipads PUBLIC TRANSPORT OVERSIGHT the state of emergency. This situation which had never been featured major unscheduled events, such as the crossing of 1 fl oatplane strip seen before saw a huge rise of requests sent to DSAC North, 29 air transport companies incl. 15 for aeroplanes, the English Channel by the E-FAN, an electrical propulsion in particular in activity sector of airport's security. 6 for helicopters and 8 for balloons aircraft designed by Airbus. ENVIRONMENT 80 audits in 2015 incl. 7 balloon audits At the same time, 2015 was a record year in terms of passengers In terms of air navigation, over than 150 space fi les were 24 aerodromes with a noise nuisance plan 901 technical inspections in 2015: hosted, whether at Paris airports, with 95.4 million passen- examined and 1,560 opinions were delivered to Prefects 9 noise exposure plans pending 450 SAFA, 284 SACA, 167 SANA gers (65.8 million at Paris-Charles de Gaulle and 29.6 million at by general aviation for overfl ying urban areas by remote 6 environmental charters signed Paris-Orly) or at Beauvais-Tillé, with over 4.3 million passengers. controlled aircraft. 1 aerodrome with a noise nuisance plan GENERAL AVIATION It was also a record year at Le Bourget site in terms of the 3 meetings of the consultative committee for aid to local At the same time, DSAC North was tasked with coordinating 627 aerial work companies number of visitors to the 51st Paris Air Show, as well as with residents (CCAR) DSAC's 2015 symposium on the theme of ground handling 237 training organisations (all activities combined: the hosting of 150 presidential delegations on the opening 15 meetings of the environmental consultative committee aeroplane, glider, helicopter, balloon, microlight) assistance. The signifi cant commitment by all actors, ground day of the 21st Conference Of Parties to the United Nations (CCE) handling assistants, airlines, aerodrome operators and State Missions with training organisations: 66 oversight actions Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP 21). These Urban planning (subject to written reports) departments (STAC, GTA, etc.) enabled the sector's major two events involved the verifi cation, within very short time 431 opinions for Building permits Airshows in 2015: issues to be identifi ed, along with the concrete measures frames, of 8,600 licences for security and aircrew accredita- (and prior declarations, PA, CU) 99 minor - 8 medium - 7 major that should be implemented from 2016 onwards to reduce tion scope. 500 opinions on PLU overfl ight dispensations the risks in at least two domains: mass and centring and dis- 201 1,951 opinions on obstacles Faced with these majors challenges, DSAC North continued cipline in traffi c areas. 270 Toussus dispensations (auto info) 188 opinions on projects and wind farms to carry out its oversight missions, despite of increasingly 18,716 aeronautical qualifi cations issued in 2015 2015 was a very rich year for DSAC North, but, as usual, 2016 restricted staff numbers and a major overhaul of its senior 8,600 foreign licence verifi cations/accreditations (Paris will bring its own range of new situations and we will need to SAFETY management. Air Show + COP21) continue with a team game so that Euro 2016, to name just Air navigation 1,945 microlight fi les (CI, FI, LSA) So, AIROPS regulation, which came into force in October 2014, one of many events, is a real success! 3 AFIS audits in DSAC/N 90 infringement fi les processed generated numerous discussions and led put forward spe- 2 AFIS audits outside DSAC/N 1 disciplinary committee meeting held cifi c support services , including an educational seminar to 2 DSNA audits outside DSAC/N non-complex operators, to help them get to grips with the ECONOMIC REGULATION 2 CCRAGALS meetings "conformity management", risk reduction, documentary 624 ground handling company approvals management or safety study concepts. 1 monitoring of DSNA changes 1 monitoring of AFIS changes 23 air carrier operation licences incl. 5 withdrawn in 2015 In the same way, two discussion days were organised with 17 IFRs (examination of fi les) 25 "T" permit training centres aircraft operators to enable them to familiarise themselves Airports 88 "T" permit certifi ed instructors with the changes introduced by Regulation EU 376/2014 for 5 certifi ed aerodrome operators 10 "M, P, R" permit training centres occurrence notifi cation and processing. This action will be 96 approved runways 36 "M, P, R" permit certifi ed instructors carried on 2016 towards airport operators and ground han- 3 SMS audits dling assistants. 24 inspections relating to the conditions of type-approval RESOURCES The conversion processing of Paris-Charles de Gaulle, Pa- and operating procedures for aerodromes (CHEA) Headcount: 165 ris-Orly and Beauvais-Tillé airport safety certifi cates into Eu- 39 PSA approved by ministerial decree Budget: AE €3,055,828 / CP €3,333,377 ropean certifi cates edged up and the process for Lille Lesquin • Air transport: began. SECURITY AE €49,000 / CP €49,000 Number of security certifi cations: • Oversight and certifi cation: The close and continuing consultation with elected representatives, • 5 aerodrome operators AE €2,345,796 / CP €2,614,121 local authorities and technical experts to reorganise the • 86 air carrier companies • Social action & annuities: aviation clearance easement plans (PSA) for Le Bourget and • 110 authorised agents AE €661,032 / CP €670,256 Roissy-CDG aerodromes should fi nally enable these projects • 34 authorised suppliers to be submitted for public enquiry in 2016. • 57 known shippers • 245 known in-fl ight catering suppliers

38 39 DSAC  ACTIVITY REPORT 2015 09 DSAC/IR NORTH EAST

Director: Christian MARTY H e a d O f fi c e : Aéroport de Strasbourg-Entzheim

A WORD FROM THE DIRECTOR AERODROMES PUBLIC TRANSPORT OVERSIGHT 63 open to public use including 17 commercial 23 air transport companies incl. 4 for aeroplanes, 2015 was a busy one for the main airports in the North East. last June. In addition, Metz-Nancy Lorraine airport saw a aerodromes (subject to taxation) 3 for helicopters and 16 for balloons It was a good year in terms of passenger traffi c. It also marked +3.91 % increase in its traffi c with 255,390 passengers car- 15 aerodromes approved for restricted use 18 audits in 2015 the completion of the new DSAC NE organisation with the ried. Only Châlons-Vatry airport saw its traffi c fall with 83,897 58 aerodromes for private use 135 technical inspections in 2015: implementation of new orientations to which all personnel pax carried (-14 %) and 4 585 T of freight (-26 %). 54 microlight platforms 30 SAFA, 81 SACA, 24 SANA made a contribution. With the implementation of the NOTRe law and the creation 40 heliports Bâle-Mulhouse airport hosted over 7.1 million passengers of the major Alsace-Champagne-Ardenne-Lorraine and Bour- 38 helipads GENERAL AVIATION (+8 %). This new record result is due in particular to the gogne-Franche-Comté regions, discussions have started on 6 fl oatplane bases 264 aerial work companies (incl. 173 UAV) increase in frequencies to certain destinations and the the governance rules for "secondary" airport platforms, as 1 fl oatplane strip Missions with fl ying clubs: 2 increasing use of larger capacity aeroplanes with a rising fi l- the authorities who created them are requesting more direct 1 mountain airstrip Airshows in 2015: ling coeffi cient. involvement in the new regions. 66 permanent Balloon platforms 112 minor - 6 medium - 2 major model aircraft zones Freight activities rose by 3% in relation to 2014, with a total For DSAC NE, 2015 was a year full of internal discussion on 173 21 approved training organisations volume of around 101,000 tonnes. Thanks to the six weekly its territorial reorganisation to accompany the closure on 1st 3,056 aeronautical qualifi cations issued in 2015 ENVIRONMENT freight fl ights operated by fi ve airlines, the cargo activity January 2016 of the Lorraine-Champagne-Ardenne and Bour- 12 infringement fi les processed saw an 86 % increase. Express freight rose by 4 % in relation gogne Franche-Comté delegations, which had previously 26 aerodromes with a noise exposure plan (with 3 being to the previous year. been converted into regional offi ces. revised and 2 being created) ECONOMIC REGULATION 3 environmental charters signed ground handling company approvals Commissioned in January 2015, the EuroAirport (Bâle-Mulhouse) So, the attachment of the offi cers at these remote sites to 27 1 aerodrome with a noise nuisance plan Cargo Terminal is a modern infrastructure which met the the head offi ce in Strasbourg provided the perfect opportunity Number of PSO routes: 3 pending 1 meeting of the consultative committee for aid to local 5 air carrier operation licenses French HQE standard (high environmental quality) with a to involve all personnel concerned in a general discussion residents (CCAR) rating of "Excellent". In the passenger terminal, the existing to defi ne the new working procedures and the methods to 1 operating restriction order RESOURCES three-baggage installation is being extended to double its be applied in terms of logistics (post, telephone, telematics, 5 meetings of the environmental consultative committee handling capacity (12 million Euro investment and commis- etc.) while paying particular attention to the management (CCE) Headcount: 82 sioning at the end of 2016). changes needed in this new confi guration. Budget: AE €1,925,100 / CP €1,835,100 • Air transport: Strasbourg airport also saw a +2 % increase in its passenger A change in activities was necessary for some offi cers at the SAFETY AE €83,400 / CP €83,400 traffi c (1.19 million passengers) with the low cost airline Volotea remote sights to boost the teams responsible for general Air navigation • Oversight and certifi cation: opening its base in April 2015. Two aircraft are already based aviation and aerial work fi les, which are "support" activities and 6 AFIS audits AE €1,380,000 / CP €1,290,000 there and fi ve routes have been opened to Venice, Figari, Olbia, enable the installation of the territorial reference contact at 2 CCRAGALS meetings • Social action & annuities: Nice and Toulouse. the department's head office. I would like to take this Participation in 7 AFIS audits outside of DSAC territory AE €461,700 / CP €461,700 opportunity to thank all DSAC NE personnel who enabled us Commercial activity developed signifi cantly in 2015 for Airports to achieve these results, especially those offi cers who are Dole-Tavaux airport, with the reception of 133,035 passengers 5 certifi ed aerodrome operators affected by these changes. (+19 %), carried mainly by Ryanair to Lisbon, Marrakesh, Porto 264 approved runways (incl. 4 renewed formally in 2015) and Fes and by IGAvion with the opening of a route to Toulouse 42 inspections relating to the conditions of type-approval and operating procedures for aerodromes (CHEA)

SECURITY 13 security approvals - initial or renewed in 2015: • 0 aerodrome operators (out of 4 approvals) • 11 air carrier company (out of 73 approvals) as DSAC management body • 0 authorised suppliers (out of 3 approvals) as DSAC management body • 2 known shippers (out of 15 approvals) as DSAC management body 1 security audit at a DSAC-NE airport 1 local security committee meeting (CLS) 16 operational security committee meetings (COS) 4 security committee meetings

40 41 DSAC  ACTIVITY REPORT 2015 09 DSAC/IR INDIAN OCEAN

Director: Lionel Montocchio H e a d O f fi c e : Sainte Marie

A WORD FROM THE DIRECTOR AERODROMES PUBLIC TRANSPORT OVERSIGHT 3 open to public use including 3 commercial aerodromes 4 air transport companies incl. 1 for aeroplanes 2015 was marked by a signifi cant rise in air traffi c in La Réunion, In the Air transport domain, Air Austral, the main airline covered 4 aerodromes approved for restricted use and 3 for helicopters despite a diffi cult international context. This increase in by DSAC OI oversight, began a programme to replace its 5 microlight platforms 16 audits in 2015 passenger traffi c fl ow was symbolised by the inauguration in fl eet, in particular with an order for two Boeing 787-8 whose 4 heliports 94 technical inspections in 2015: helipads June by the French Prime Minister of the Eastern extension of entry into service is scheduled for 2016 and confi rmed the air 15 55 SAFA, 2 SACA, 37 SANA the La Réunion Roland Garros airport terminal. transport development perspectives in the zone. For its part, 5 model aircraft zones the EWA subsidiary in Mayotte consolidated its inter-island As the process to convert its European safety certifi cate was ENVIRONMENT GENERAL AVIATION service from Dzaoudzi. being completed, La Réunion Roland Garros Airport, which 1 approved noise exposure plan 61 aerial work companies (incl. 51 UAV) is the main driving force behind this dynamic, received its In the aviation infrastructure domain, throughout the year 2 noise exposure plans being revised Missions with fl ying clubs: 1 oversight action mission statement from the Minister, defi ning the main 2015, DSAC OI strived to consolidate its actions to improve 1 environmental charter signed Airshows in 2015: 7 minor guidelines for the development of its infrastructures and safety for helicopter operations, in particular in the Cirque 2 approved training organisations SAFETY installations. de Mafate. These actions include assistance to people who 359 aeronautical qualifi cations issued in 2015 want to open public and private heliports. All aviation domain sectors were mobilised in the Indian Air navigation 8 infringement fi les processed Ocean zone, which became the subject of international media In addition, DSAC OI provided aerodrome operators with 1 CCRAGALS meeting 2 disciplinary committee meetings held attention in August with the discovery of the fl aperon belonging technical support for questions surrounding air navigation Airports to fl ight MH370 on the island's western coastline. safety in relation to issue of fi tting out runway end safety 3 certifi ed aerodrome operators ECONOMIC REGULATION areas (RESAs). In Mayotte, the study concluded with engineering 8 approved runways Finally, throughout the past year DSAC OI continued its 17 ground handling company approvals solutions for the installation of EMAS type arrester systems, 1 SMS audit efforts to promote general aviation safety, a sector which is PSO route: 1 being created considered by EASA as acceptable conformity resources. A 2 inspections relating to the conditions of type-approval particularly active on La Réunion both in terms of tourism 3 air carrier operation licenses working group was constituted under the auspices of the and operating procedures for aerodromes (CHEA) development and the freeing up of certain isolated zones on SEAM, which operates Dzaouzdi airport, to study the fi nancing the island. SECURITY RESOURCES of it; it will return its conclusions in June 2016. Headcount: 52 In the air operations domain, 2015 was marked by the cer- Security approvals - initial or renewed in 2015: In the security domain, DSAC OI assisted with the applica- tifi cation of the fi rst ATO: the Bourbon heliclub, a former • 1 air carrier company (out of 8 approvals) Budget: AE €714,295 / CP €688,795 tion of the new regulation concerning aerodrome supplies • 1 air carrier company (out of 6 approvals) as DSAC • Air transport: declared training organisation, may now train PPL(H) and and the introduction and monitoring of the implementation management body AE €45,000 / CP €64,500 QT R22 and Alouette II. DSAC OI also assisted the continuing of explosive detection equipment. Dzaoudzi was also the • 1 authorised suppliers (out of 3 approvals) as DSAC • Oversight and certifi cation: improvement in safety in the light aviation sector by running subject of a security audit which did not reveal any major management body AE €614,295 / CP €569,295 aeroplane and microlight safety promotional campaigns, at- non-conformities. This was most reassuring, in an environ- • 15 known shippers (out of 15 approvals) as DSAC • Social action & annuities: tended by inspector pilots in the context of the recreational management body ment where threats are constant. AE €55,000 / CP €55,000 aviation PSE. 1 security audit at a DSAC/IR airport 2015 was my fi rst full year at DSAC OI director. I have been 5 local security committee meetings (CLS) able to see the full diversity of DSAC's missions and strategic 5 operational security committee meetings (COS) position in the Indian Ocean as an oversight authority where 2 security committee meetings we guarantee safety, without ignoring our responsibility to contributing to reasonable air activity, as a DGAC entity, guaranteeing continuity for aviation activities through our involvement in crisis situation management.

I have been particularly impressed by the commitment of DSAC OI teams, managers, oversight inspectors and support personnel with whom I am fortunate to work on a daily basis. Many of them have had amazing success in DGAC exams and competitions, proving, if indeed this were necessary, that DSAC OI offi cers have real know-how; without doubt, this will drive DSAC OI's commitment and contribution to DSAC's strategic plan.

42 43 DSAC  ACTIVITY REPORT 2015 09 DSAC/IR WEST

Director: Pierre-Yves HUERRE H e a d O f fi c e : Brest Guipavas

A WORD FROM THE DIRECTOR AERODROMES PUBLIC TRANSPORT OVERSIGHT 68 open to public use including 22 commercial 43 air transport companies incl. 8 for aeroplanes, 2015 will remain marked forever by the terrible attacks in Paris DSAC West was also highly active in governance activities, aerodromes (subject to taxation) 6 for helicopters and 29 for balloons in January and November. The introduction of the state of assisting the 20 prefectures in its territory. We will also 14 aerodromes approved for restricted use 52 audits in 2015 emergency, the re-establishment or checks at airport borders remember the establishment of the single point of contact 93 aerodromes for private use 171 technical inspections in 2015: and the reinforcement of air security measures have mobilised for the examination of wind farm projects (Nantes SNIA 204 microlight platforms 29 SAFA, 79 SACA, 63 SANA the efforts of State departments, airlines and airport operators. centre), the implementation of Objective Geographic Limits 56 heliports GENERAL AVIATION Nevertheless, air transport has stood up well in the West and (LGO) in Nantes, the drafting of the Noise Exposure Plan (PEB) 165 permanent Balloon platforms even increased noticeably for certain airports, in particular for Bourges, the drafting of the police order for Nantes, the 171 model aircraft zones 512 aerial work companies (incl. 364 UAV) Nantes (4,308,326 passengers i.e. + 5.6 %), Rennes (537,727 organisation of the mission of the Commissariat Général à 135 fl ying clubs (powered fl ight) passengers i.e. + 7.1 %), Deauville (143,437 passengers i.e. l’Egalité des Territoires (CGET) for assessing the airport ENVIRONMENT 12 approved maintenance units + 28.3 %), Dinard (129,775 passengers i.e. + 14.1 %) and Caen network in Brittany and the participation in the major "MANTA" Airshows in 2015: (127,421 passengers i.e. + 14.3 %). This progress is mainly Airport Emergency Plan exercise at Brest-Bretagne airport. 23 aerodromes with a noise exposure plan (with 8 being created and 2 approved in 2015) 178 minor - 10 medium - 10 major linked to the development of "low cost" operators and charter General aviation remained highly dynamic and, as it does 5 environmental charters signed 20 approved training organisations fl ights. We can also emphasise the dynamism of the aviation each year, generated numerous specifi c events (shows, air codes of good conduct signed 6,818 aeronautical qualifi cations issued in 2015 construction industry in Saint-Nazaire and Nantes. 2 events, sports competitions). In August 2015, the world aerobatics 1 aerodrome with a noise nuisance plan 7 infringement fi les processed DSAC West continued its reorganisation with the defi nitive championships organised at Châteauroux airport by the Fédé- 1 meeting of the consultative committee for aid to local 1 disciplinary committee meeting held closure of the regional offi ces in Le Havre, the consolidation ration Française de l’Aéronautique, were a wonderful sporting residents (CCAR) of the operation of the Rennes and Tours regional offi ces and and popular success. DSAC West was also keen to assist the 9 meetings of the environmental consultative committee ECONOMIC REGULATION the transfer of logistical personnel from Nantes, Rennes and signifi cant development in activities related to UAVs (operator (CCE) 66 ground handling company approvals (20 issued in 2015) Le Havre to the SNA. In addition, the objective of boosting certifi cation, harmonisation of working methods with prefectures, Number of PSO routes: 3 pending head offi ce staff numbers was aided by the rental of additional communication to private and professional users during SAFETY 38 air carrier operation licences (4 issued and offi ces at the Brest-Guipavas site and the launch of the different specialist shows, etc.). Air navigation 5 withdrawn in 2015) project to extend the current building. To facilitate access to theoretical exams, two additional 13 AFIS audits For the specifi c oversight and certifi cation activities in 2015, exam centres were created: one "OCEANE" room for online 2 CCRAGALS meetings RESOURCES we should note a national audit on airport security at tests in Rennes and one room run by CNFAS in Deauville. Participation in 15 AFIS audits outside of DSAC territory Headcount: 102 Nantes-Atlantique airport, the certifi cation of new AFIS service Airports Concerning the future airport at Notre Dame des Landes, Budget: AE €2,093,824 / CP €1,924,145 providers who took over air traffi c control services at these 10 certifi ed aerodrome operators building work has been suspended pending judgement of the • Air transport: platforms (Lannion, Cherbourg, Le Havre) and the launch of 200 approved runways AE €121,100 / CP €115,473 various appeals made against the legal acts or administrative the process to convert airport safety certifi cates to European 3 SMS audits • Oversight and certifi cation: processes necessary for the project, in particular the Law on standards for all airports concerned in the West region 20 inspections relating to the conditions of type-approval AE €1,729,550 / CP €1,565,658 water and the decree for protected species. The relevant fi rst (Nantes, Brest, Quimper, Rennes, Caen, Dinard and Deauville). and operating procedures for aerodromes (CHEA) • Social action & annuities: instance judgements validated the State's approach and enables In December 2015, Nantes-Atlantique airport was the fi rst 65 PSA approved by ministerial decree with 4 in 2015 AE €243,174 / CP €243,014 the project restart process to begin again formally. The airport in France to receive this certifi cation after the pilot governance put in place for the concession continued during site (Toulouse-Blagnac). SECURITY 2015 and the strategic monitoring committee held its annual meeting in December. Security approvals - initial or renewed in 2015: • 0 aerodrome operators (out of 11 approvals) After these few lines, which of course can never tell the full • 0 air carrier company (out of 2 approvals) picture of what we have achieved this year, I am delighted • 56 air carrier company (out of 68 approvals) as DSAC with the safe development of aviation activities in the West management body region thanks to the work and vigilance of everyone involved: • 1 authorised suppliers (out of 4 approvals) as DSAC airlines, industrial companies, airport operators, service management body providers, territorial authorities and State departments. I • 8 known shippers (out of 29 approvals) as DSAC would also like to salute my predecessor, Yves Garrigues, management body who managed DAC then DSAC West from May 2005 to June 1 security audit at a DSAC/IR airport 2015. 3 local security committee meetings (CLS) 3 operational security committee meetings (COS) 4 security committee meetings

44 45 DSAC  ACTIVITY REPORT 2015 09 DSAC/IR SOUTH

Director: Philippe Ayoun H e a d O f fi c e : Toulouse Blagnac

AERODROMES • 2 known shippers (out of 6 approvals) as DSAC A WORD FROM THE DIRECTOR management body 32 open to public use including 6 commercial aero- 12 local security committee meeting (CLS) 2015 was a very busy years, both in terms of governance and Airbus's work at Blagnac is continuing with the cooperation dromes (subject to taxation) 15 operational security committee meetings (COS) oversight, but also in relation to the modernisation of our of DSAC South, SNA South, the ATB airport operator and the 7 aerodromes approved for restricted use 1 security committee meeting actions. European manufacturer. So, Airbus is building its corporate 105 aerodromes for private use headquarters in the commune of Blagnac, with opening Toulouse Blagnac Airport (ATB) introduced its new governance 113 microlight platforms PUBLIC TRANSPORT OVERSIGHT scheduled for spring 2016. following the opening up of its shareholding. The French 8 heliports 13 air transport companies incl. 3 for aeroplanes, State conserves and modernises its regulatory role and will I am also delighted with one local experiment: a project 14 helipads 2 for helicopters and 8 for balloons continue to pay close attention to the maintenance of envi- presented by ATB, in conjunction with Optosecurity and 2 microlight fl oatplane strips Local oversight actions in 2015: 29 audits ronmental protection measures. Brinks, has been considered eligible for the Vision Sûreté 4 fl oatplane strips (incl. 13 on behalf of other DSAC-IR) + 5 inspections programme which seeks to promote innovations in passenger 1 altiport The current period is a crucial one for the airport network, 136 technical inspections in 2015: and cabin baggage screening inspection. We are starting to 19 mountain airstrips which is confronted with many challenges: funding diffi culties 25 SAFA, 70 SACA, 41 SANA see some very encouraging results. The experiment began in for small aerodromes in a context made much more restrictive 49 permanent Balloon platforms October 2015 and will continue in 2016. by the guidelines on State aid and the deadline of the end 79 model aircraft zones GENERAL AVIATION of 2017 for obtaining European safety certifi cates. DSAC Sou- The private and professional pilot licence reception at Blagnac 229 aerial work companies (incl. 159 UAV) ENVIRONMENT th had the honour of issuing the fi rst European certifi cate in was transferred in June 2015 to the EOLE building, to the 229 MAPs/amendments process (incl. 159 UAV) France to Toulouse-Blagnac on 23rd June 2015. This certifi ca- satisfaction of users who can access the premises directly 21 aerodromes with a noise exposure plan (with 1 PEB 1,814 waivers/authorisations processed approved in 2015: Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrénées) tion is the result of close cooperation between ATB offi ces, and have their own car park. Océane exams were broadened Airshows in 2015: noise exposure plans in the course of creation (Castres) DSAC South offi cers and DSAC central operations offi cers. out to private pilots in January 2015. 1 39 minor - 6 medium - 4 major The requirements are still relatively more onerous for the 5 environmental charters signed Unfortunately, the start of 2016 saw the liquidation of the 576 aeronautical qualifi cations issued in 2015 smallest airports. The stakes for conformity with the new 1 code of good conduct signed main local airline, Air Méditerranée, with major repercussions 7 infringement fi les processed guidelines are huge in this area of activity and DSAC South is 1 aerodrome with a noise nuisance plan for the local area, along with the liquidation at the end of helping airports to comply with them as best as possible. The 7 meetings of the consultative committee for aid to local 2015 of the Sud Aviation Training organisation based in Auch. RÉGULATION ÉCONOMIQUE fi rst French investment pre-notifi cation application sent to residents (CCAR) 11 ground handling company approvals the European Commission was for Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrénées. On 2016 will be a vital year for DSAC South, due to the major 5 meetings of the environmental consultative committee the whole, the airport network in the area of activity seems changes in our action area in the context of the NOTRe law (CCE) 6 PSO routes to provide an effective response to the territory's wide range (new territorial organisation for the French Republic) with RESOURCES of accessibility requirements. the transfer of the Limousin region to the South-West and SAFETY the integration of the Languedoc-Roussillon region; we are Headcount: 84 Toulouse-Francazal is modernising and is starting to create Air navigation already busy preparing for this. Budget: AE €2,625,000 / CP €2,556,000 partnerships with aviation actors and is beginning to generate 3 AFIS audits • Air transport: its reputation, with the active support of DSAC. 2 CCRAGALS meetings AE €55,000 / CP €56,000 Participation in 3 AFIS audits outside of DSAC-S territory • Oversight and certifi cation: 1 SNA audit outside of DSAC-S territory AE €1,946,000 / CP €1,834,000 Airports • Social action & annuities: 6 certifi ed aerodrome operators AE €624,000 / CP €666,000 1 certifi cate conversion (Toulouse Blagnac) + 3 conversions in progress 122 approved runways 1 SMS audit outside of DSAC-S territory 31 inspections relating to the conditions of type-approval and operating procedures for aerodromes (CHEA)

SECURITY 6 security approvals - initial or renewed in 2015: • 1 aerodrome operators (out of 6 approvals) • 1 authorised suppliers • 2 air carrier company (out of 6 approvals) as DSAC management body

46 47 DSAC  ACTIVITY REPORT 2015 09 DSAC/IR SOUTH EAST

Director: Yves TATIBOUET H e a d O f fi c e : Aix-en-Provence

AERODROMES • 1 authorised suppliers (on 19 approvals) as DSAC A WORD FROM THE DIRECTOR management body 37 including 17 commercial aerodromes • 4 known shippers (on 13 approvals) as DSAC On 2015, DSAC Sud-East was very active in all domains related Regulation and Sustainable Development bureau has closed 21 restricted airport management body to operator oversight and regulation of their activities, within important cases in 2015. The negotiations concerning the 19 private airport 2 security audits at a DSAC/IR airport a vast geographical scope, covering the regions of Corsica, new tramway between the State, the French Civil Aviation 84 microlight platforms 2 local security committee meetings (CLS) Languedoc-Roussillon and Provence-Alpes-Côte-d’Azur. Authority, Nice Côte d’Azur Urban Area, EPA Plaine du Var and 57 heliports 52 operational security committee meetings (COS) the société des aéroports de la Côte d’Azur led to the signa- 6 security committee meetings Corsica, Languedoc-Roussillon and Provence-Alpes-Côte-d’Azur 72 helipads incl. 30 maritime ture of fi ve protocols. DGAC will be able to build 27 homes 23 approvals in progress (17 "imaging" and 6 ENII) are great regions as hosted Nice Côte d’Azur (12 million 1 fl oatplane base for DGAC and GTA personnel and was funding with over 10 passengers) and Marseilles (8.6 million passengers) the fi rst 17 fl oatplane strips million Euros. PUBLIC AIR TRANSPORT OVERSIGHT and third largest regional airports in terms of passenger 25 mountain airstrips st 15 air transport companies incl. 5 for aeroplanes, traffi c and the other 10 platforms whose traffi c exceeded On 1 October 2015, the new Cannes environmental rule enables 15 permanent Balloon platforms 8 for helicopters and 2 for balloons 100,000 passengers. 15 public air transport companies, with heavier tonnage aeroplanes to be hosted at Cannes, while 105 model aircraft zones 24 audits in 2015 fi ve aeroplane, eight helicopter and two balloon companies improving the airport's environmental situation. 112 model aircraft sites are based on South East Civil Aviation Area. 455 technical inspections in 2015: Finally, DSAC South-East also prepared for the new France 87 SAFA, 271 SACA, 97 SANA Regarding air operations activities, the change in regulations territorial organisation laid down in the NOTRe law of 7th ENVIRONMENT on emergency medical helicopter services (SMUH) and the August 2015. The merger of Midi-Pyrénées and Langue- 28 aerodromes with a noise exposure map GENERAL AVIATION work carried out before the entry into force in January 2016 doc-Roussillon regions will change South East geographic 7 noise exposure plans being revised in 2015 586 aerial work companies (incl. 451 UAV) of new conditions for running these services by helicopter competence scope. South East Civil Aviation scope will 4 environmental charts signed Airshows in 2015: operators on behalf of hospitals impacted the offi ce. INAER be limited to Corsica and Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur as 5 codes of good behaviour signed 136 minor - 8 medium - 9 major and Hélicoptères de France obtained this specifi c approval Languedoc-Roussillon is integrated into with DSAC South 2 aerodromes with a noise nuisance map on December 2015. scope based in Toulouse. 6 243 aeronautical qualifi cations issued in 2015 2 meetings of the consultative committee for aid to local Approved training organisations: 18 ATO inhabitants (CCAR) In the General aviation and Aircrews domain, in September DSAC and 93 declarative organisations 4 operating restriction rules South-East inaugurated the Océane room to host computer-based 41 infringement reports processed 5 meetings of the environmental consultative committee theoretical exam sessions at the Mignet side for professional 1 disciplinary committee meeting held and private pilot of microlight, aeroplane or helicopter. In (CCE) the South-East, the remote controlled (UAV) aircraft activity ECONOMIC REGULATION SAFETY also provided a serious marker for the business, with the 220 ground handling company approvals incl. 64 issued new UAV application form. This has prepared the entry into Air navigation or renewed in 2015 force on 1st January 2016 of new UAV decrees, whose objective 4 AFIS audits, 4 ATM audits 1 AESA audit Number of PSO routes: 12 in progress, all in Corsica is to lighten the existing administrative constraints and to 2 CCRAGALS meetings 13 air carrier operation licenses shorten delays. Participation in 1 AFIS audit outside of DSAC territory The Airport Oversight domain was marked by the launch 14 IFR procedure approvals RESOURCES 3 initial AFIS evaluations of the European conversion of airport managers' operating Headcount: 136 3 local AFIS evaluations certifi cates; this conversion relates to 12 airports in the Budget: AE €2,196,000 / CP €2,473,000 South-East and required a vast amount of preparation. In Airports • Air transport: 2015, the conversion of Marseille-Provence airport's certi- 12 certifi ed aerodrome operators AE €73,000 / CP €73,000 fi cate made huge progress, along with the eligibility of the 16 inspections relating to the conditions of type-approval • Oversight and certifi cation: Nice, Avignon and Montpellier airport applications. The and operating procedures for aerodromes (CHEA) AE €1,411,000 / CP €1,689,000 conversion application analysis work is continuing in 2016. 12 heliport inspections • Social action & annuities: 14 SSLIA, SPPA inspections AE €712,000 / CP €711,000 In terms of security, DSAC South-East assisted the imple- 27 PSA approved by ministerial decree 11 being revised or mentation of reinforced measures against the tragic back- drafted, incl. 3 pending approval drop of the events of November 2015 and the resulting France State of Emergency. In this domain, the intense and conti- SECURITY nuous work carried out all year round with the Government partners (Gendarmerie of Air and Border Police) and airport 39 security approvals - initial or renewed in 2015: operators enabled a high level of performance. • 2 aerodrome operators (on 14 approvals) • 32 air carrier companies (on 78 approvals) as DSAC management body

48 49 DSAC  ACTIVITY REPORT 2015 09 DSAC/IR SOUTH-WEST

Director: Pascal REVEL H e a d O f fi c e : Bordeaux Mérignac

AERODROMES 1 security audit at a DSAC/IR airport A WORD FROM THE DIRECTOR 5 local security committee meetings (CLS) 44 open to public use including 9 commercial In 2015, Bordeaux-Mérignac airport maintained its strong inaugurated the extension of the Billi low cost terminal, aerodromes 27 operational security committee meetings (COS) growth from previous years (over 7 %) and, for the fi rst time which now has dedicated buildings for departure and arrival 7 aerodromes approved for restricted use 3 security committee meetings in its history, signifi cantly passed the barrier of 5 million passenger fl ows as well as additional aeroplane parking 58 aerodromes for private use PUBLIC TRANSPORT OVERSIGHT passengers for the year. LPassing this symbolic barrier areas. 126 microlight platforms places Bordeaux-Mérignac in the category of major regional 20 air transport companies, of which 2 for aeroplanes, Going in the opposite direction, in 2015, residents of the south 40 heliports (incl. 7 State-run) airports in Europe, on the same level as Rome-Ciampino, 1 for aeroplane in examination, 6 for helicopters (incl. 3 west region had nearly 75 destinations directly accessible 50 helipads Thessaloniki or Gothenburg and now more than ever the airport OPS 3R) and 11 for balloons from Bordeaux. Of course, some of these destinations are 1 fl oatplane base at Biscarrosse is the international gateway to Aquitaine, one which is open 19 audits in 2015 incl. 2 for balloons seasonal, but others have a larger role to play all year round, 12 fl oatplane strips to the world, both for export and for import. 211 technical inspections in 2015: connecting Bordeaux to major European hubs. This is the 59 permanent Balloon platforms 32 SAFA, 130 SACA, 49 SANA Traffi c from low cost airlines and international traffi c in general case with Air France to Paris-CDG, KLM and easyJet to 94 model aircraft zones are the main drivers behind this growth. To accompany this Amsterdam-Schiphol and, since last year, Istanbul with Turkish GENERAL AVIATION strong growth, at the start of summer 2015 Bordeaux airport Airlines. ENVIRONMENT 329 aerial work companies (incl. 277 UAV) 34 aerodromes with a noise nuisance plan The region's other airports saw contrasting developments in 4 oversight actions 2015, between + 2 % and - 3 %. Biarritz 2 environmental charters signed Missions with fl ying clubs: 26 oversight actions 7 codes of good conduct signed saw its traffi c stabilise at over 1 million passengers. In Pau, Airshows in 2015: 1 aerodrome with a noise nuisance plan traffi c is stable and work on the new technical facilities 112 minor - 6 medium - 8 major 2 meetings of the consultative committee for aid to local progressed well. 6,295 aeronautical qualifi cations issued in 2015 residents (CCAR) 19 infringement fi les processed In 2015, the major European regulatory changes generated 6 meetings of the environmental consultative committee 1 disciplinary committee meeting held (7 cases) additional activity in the air operations and airport certifi cation (CCE) domains. So, 2015 saw the launch of the European airport ECONOMIC REGULATION safety certifi cate conversion process for Bordeaux and Pau. SAFETY This lengthy task (nearly 50 certifi cates to be converted in Air navigation 83 ground handling company approvals incl. 15 issued and 11 renewed in 2015 total) will be completed by the end of 2017. 1 AFIS audit Number of PSO routes: 2 pending 2 CCRAGALS meetings + 2 CRG meetings 2015 also saw the commissioning of the new Océane room 7 air carrier operation licenses which enables private and professional aircrew exams to be Participation in 13 AFIS audits outside of DSAC/SO territory sped up and made smoother. Participation in 1 DSNA audit and 1 Météo France audit RESOURCES Approval of 34 IFR procedures We must also emphasise the signifi cance of the advance sus- Headcount: Renewal of 1 LUF (frequency usage licence) 89 tainable development actions: environmental charters, good Budget: AE €4,378,047 / CP €4,638,737 conduct codes, consultative environmental commissions Airports • Air transport: and so on. 2015 showed that this aviation dimension is 8 certifi ed aerodrome operators AE €137,890 / CP €149,437 increasingly well-integrated, in particular with the signing 122 type-approved runways including 4 in 2015 • Oversight and certifi cation: of Pau airport's environmental charter by all stakeholders at 2 aerodromes AE €2,304,169 / CP €2,235,492 (residents' and operators' representative associations). 2 national audits in DSAC/SO • Social action & annuities: 101 contacts on aerodrome operator sites (CHEA, SMS, AE €494,165 / CP €509,824 2015 also saw some major aviation events. At the end of August, ARFF, Wildlife hazards prevention (SPPA), certifi cate • Air navigation: th Pau hosted the start of the 59 Gordon Bennett cup, the oldest conversion) AE €1,441,823 / CP €1,743,984 gas balloon air competition in the world. At the start of September, the fi rst Raid Hydravions was organised with the SECURITY support of the Fondation Latécoère. Security approvals - initial or renewed in 2015: • aerodrome operators (out of 7 approvals) Finally, 2015 will have been the fi nal year of the now old Regions. 3 The NOTRe law came into force on 1st January 2016, reshaping • 11 air carrier company (out of 19 approvals) as DSAC management body the regional outlines, in particular in the south west. The • 1 authorised supplier (out of 1 approvals) as DSAC new ALPC major region, covering Aquitaine, Limousin and management body Poitou-Charentes is now the reference region for the south • 1 known shippers (out of 7 approvals) as DSAC west of the country. This change in scope will be a new management body challenge for DSAC/SO to meet in 2016.

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GLOSSARY

ACNUSA CLS DSNA ICNA OCV ARFF Airport Nuisance Control Authority Local security committee Air Navigation Services Directorate Air navigation control engineer Flight Control Organisation Aircraft rescue and fi re-fi ghting (DGAC) AE CMA DTA OPS TRE Autorisation d’engagement Continuous Monitoring Approach Air Transport Directorate IEEAC Operations Type Rating Examiner (Commitment authorisation) Civil aviation design and operation CNPN EASA OSAC TRTO engineer (DGAC) EASA National Nuisance Prevention European Aviation Safety Agency Civil aviation safety organisation Type Rating Training Organisation European Aviation Safety Agency Commission IEF EASAC OSP TSEEAC Design and manufacturing engineer AFIS CNSK European Aviation Safety Advisory Public Service Obligation Civil aviation design and operation (DGA - Ministry of Defence) Aerodrome Flight Information Restricted Airworthiness Certifi cate Committee advanced technician (DGAC) PANS Service for Kit-built Aircraft IESSA EASP Procedure for Air Navigation Services TT Air safety system electronics AGNA CNRA European Aviation Safety Plan Private Pilot Licence (F) engineer (DGAC) PEB Advisory Group of National Restricted Airworthiness Certifi cate ECCAIRS Noise exposure plan UAF Authorities IFR CNRAC European Coordination Centre for French Airports Union Instrument Flight Rules PN NSA Restricted Airworthiness Certifi cate Accident and Incident Reporting Flight crews ULM National Safety Authority for Vintage Aircraft Systems ILS Ultralight/microlight aviation Instrument Landing System PP ATCO COS EGNOS Professional Pilot Licence (F) VFR Air Traffi c Controller Operational security committee European Geostationary Navigation IMC Visual Flight Rules Overlay Service Instrumental Meteorological PPBE ATPL CP Conditions Environmental Noise Prevention Airline Transport Pilot Licence Payment credits ENACT Plans European National Authorities IPEF ATO CPL Certifi cation Transition Bridges, Waterways and Forests PPL Air Training Organisation Commercial Pilot Licence engineer Private Pilot Licence for ESSG ATSEP DRC aeroplane or helicopter European SAFA Steering Group IR Air Traffi c Safety Electronic Personal Comment Response Document Implementing rules PSE ESSP BASA CRE National Safety Plan (NSP) European Satellite Services Provider IR Bilateral aviation safety agreement Class Rating Examiner Instrument Rating ANSP ETOPS BOP CS-CC Air Navigation Service Provider Extended Time Range Operations JAR Programme Operational Budget Certifi cation Specifi cation - Cabin Joint Aviation Requirements QT (POB) Crew FABEC Type qualifi cation Functional Airspace Block Europe JORF CAG CSS Central Offi cial Journal of the French AFTN General Air Traffi c Safety-Rescue Certifi cate Republic Aeronautical Fixed FCL CCA AOC Telecommunication Network Flight Crew Licensing JOUE Cabin crew attestation Air Operator Certifi cate Offi cial Journal of the European SACA F/N-IR (A) CCAR CTE Union Safety Assessment of Community Instrument fl ight qualifi cations Consultative committee for aid Technical Operations Inspector Aircraft LAPL to local residents FNPT CTP Light aircraft pilot licence SAFA Flight and Navigation Procedure CCE Technical Parity Committee Safety Assessment of Foreign Trainer (Simulator) LFI Environmental Consultative Aircraft DCPAF Initial Finance Act Committee FSTD Central Directorate of Border Police SANA Flight Simulation Training Devices MEAS (DSAC) CCRAGALS Safety Assessment of National DGA Safety management coordination Regional consultative committee FTD Aircraft General Delegation for Armament o f fi c e for general aviation and light and Flight Training Device (Simulator) (French Ministry of Defence) SCN sporting aviation MNPS FTO Department with National Authority DIRCAM Minimum Navigation Performance CDN Flight Training Organisation Military air traffi c directorate Specifi cation SMS Airworthiness certifi cate GANP Safety Management System DSAC NPA ECAC Global Air Navigation Plan Civil Aviation Safety Directorate Notice of Proposed Amendment SPPA European Civil Aviation Conference GASP Animal hazards prevention service ICAO CHEA Global Aviation Safety Plan DSAC/IR International Civil Aviation Conditions of type-approval Civil Aviation Safety Directorate/ GTA Organisation and operating procedures for Interregional Air Transport Gendarmerie aerodromes

52 53 Director of publication: Patrick Cipriani, DSAC Director

Coordination - Authoring: Yannick Robert, Communication and Public Relations technical advisor DSAC would like to thank everyone, both in central operations and in the regions, for their contribution to this report.

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