The preliminary results of the ICAO audit of aviation security and facilitation were presented to Kazakhstan by the audit team. The head of the ICAO team of international experts, Vine Callum, delivered the initial report.

According to the findings, international experts noted significant progress compared to the 2017 audit in the following areas:

          1.       Alignment of national legislation with ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs);

          2.       The system of state oversight and supervision

          3.       Practical implementation of regulatory requirements by civil aviation entities

          4.       Training and qualification of personnel

          5.       Facilitation of formalities in international air transport.

During the briefing, Mr. Callum thanked Kazakhstani specialists for their efforts and highlighted the coordinated work of the Civil Aviation Committee, the Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan, government agencies, airports, and airlines.

“A great deal has been accomplished since the 2017 audit. Today we are presenting preliminary data; the final results of the audit will be released by November 15 of this year. Still, I can already say that in several areas Kazakhstan has achieved strong indicators that place the country in a high position in the international aviation security ranking,” emphasized Mr. Callum.