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GM2 ADR.AR.C.035(a) Issuance of certificates

ED Decision 2014/012/R

NOMINATED PERSONS - INTERVIEW WITH THE APPOINTED ACCOUNTABLE MANAGER, AND NOMINATED PERSONS

Possible cases where an interview/meeting with nominated persons may be necessary are amongst others:

(a) start of operations before issuing a first certificate for an aerodrome; and

(b) change of nominated persons at an aerodrome already certified.

Purpose of the meeting

The aim of the interview and exchange of information between the intended nominated persons and the Competent Authority is, for the latter to acquire information on the intended work areas of the nominated persons and their respective competence level so as to verify their suitability for the posts.

The purpose of the information exchange is to create good contact and understanding between the both parties, and to come to a mutual conclusion on, if necessary, possible solutions for training and personal development over time.

Possible agenda items:

(a) information from the Competent Authority on organisation and mission of the Competent Authority, the regulatory framework, and specifically Safety Management System requirements;

(b) information from the nominated person concerning the intended work area;

(c) enforcement methodology of the Competent Authority;

(d) the role and responsibility of the accountable manager/operational services manager/maintenance manager/ safety manager or other nominated persons;

(e) expected competence requirement of the nominated person in relation to present personal status and experience presented in a CV or equivalent documentation;

(f) interview/discussion concerning depth of knowledge, and understanding of the applicable legislation;

(g) the role and responsibility of the Competent Authority and of the nominated person;

(h) understanding of aviation in general and for the specific nominated post, how operators/activities at the aerodrome including Air Navigation Service Providers, and other aviation activities can impact aircraft safety; and

(i) distribution of delegated powers depending on the organisational situation.