RIYADH: The General Authority of Civil Aviation recently organized a workshop in Riyadh with the participation of specialists and those interested in the field of general aviation in the government and private sectors.
It was aimed at enhancing effective communication between GACA and the general aviation community in the Kingdom, and building a partnership to enhance the safety, security and efficiency of general aviation in the country.
It came within the framework of developing and activating the role of general aviation and light sports aviation to open the way for those wishing to develop these hobbies, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
It provided a platform to hear the views of participants and provide them with the appropriate space through legislation and international best practice to ensure safety for them and the community.
Private aircraft owners were informed of the latest strategic and operational developments, and the workshop also highlighted their responsibilities. These included ensuring the validity of the pilot’s license, the obligation to operate the aircraft according to the license, and compliance with the guiding requirements in the Aeronautical Information Publication.
The workshop was also aimed at raising the level of compliance with the relevant executive regulations, systems and procedures.
