African Civil Aviation Commission

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African Civil Aviation Commission company profile

African Civil Aviation Commission serves as the African Union’s specialized agency for civil aviation and a coordinating body for member states and regional organizations. The commission acts as the Executing Agency of the Yamoussoukro Decision and the Single African Air Transport Market, overseeing market liberalization measures, competition and consumer protection rules, and compliance monitoring. AFCAC develops and harmonizes policies and model regulations for safety, security, air navigation, environmental protection, and economic regulation, and aligns positions with ICAO standards. Programs include technical guidance, capacity building and training, implementation support for SAATM, and forums for regulators and industry to collaborate. The commission facilitates dispute resolution and enforcement processes related to YD/SAATM and provides data and analysis to support connectivity and aviation development.