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Turkey Implements Stricter Air Traffic Control Regulations
Turkey's new Air Traffic Controller License and Rating Regulation (SHY ATCO), published in the Official Gazette, sets stricter health, training, and expertise standards for air traffic controllers, impacting flight safety and efficiency; the Civil Aviation General Directorate (SHGM) will oversee implementation.
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- How does the new regulation address the professional competence and ongoing training of air traffic controllers, and what are the implications for air navigation service providers?
- This regulation, overseen by the Civil Aviation General Directorate (SHGM), aims to improve the safety and efficiency of air traffic control in Turkey by aligning with EUROCONTROL's ESARR-5 regulations. The SHGM will conduct health checks, license exams, and oversee professional competency assessments, ensuring controllers meet specified criteria for various positions and roles.
- What are the key changes introduced by the new Air Traffic Controller License and Rating Regulation in Turkey, and how will these changes immediately impact flight safety and efficiency?
- The newly published Air Traffic Controller License and Rating Regulation (SHY ATCO) in Turkey sets stricter health, training, and expertise standards for air traffic controllers, impacting flight safety and efficiency. It mandates ICAO Annex 1, Class 3 health standards and rigorous alcohol/drug testing, with penalties for non-compliance including license suspension or revocation.
- What are the long-term impacts of this regulation on the air traffic control profession in Turkey, considering its alignment with international standards and the potential for future revisions?
- The new rules introduce specific requirements for licensing, including a minimum score of 70 on the licensing exam and ICAO Level 4 English proficiency. Future implications include enhanced safety through stricter health and proficiency standards, potential workforce adjustments due to stricter requirements, and improved alignment with international best practices.
Sustainable Development Goals
Quality Education Positive
Direct Relevance
The new regulation sets standards for training, health, and expertise of air traffic controllers, ensuring high-quality education and continuous professional development to maintain competence and safety standards. This directly contributes to SDG 4 (Quality Education) by improving the skills and knowledge of professionals in a critical sector.