GCAA STRATEGIC PLAN

Message from the
Chairman
The General Civil Aviation Authority’s (GCAA) fundamental
mission is to lead the UAE Civil Aviation Sector by
establishing and developing the policies and rules related
to the regulation of air navigational services; raising
safety and security standards. This industry plays a
vital role in the economy and society through tourism,
manufacturing and servicing. In upholding this mission,
the Authority has focused on the future of the industry
at large when deciding how best to promote the national
carriers and has encouraged a healthy competitive environment
of improved standards of safety, security and
services. At a time when major airlines are struggling
with decreasing load factors and increasing costs, the
UAE carriers are expanding their fleets, hiring staff and
increasing flight frequencies.
While many of the legacy carriers are pushed into bankruptcy
and cost-cutting initiatives, such as lay-offs, capacity
reduction and cancelling plane deliveries, the UAE
airlines are placing huge orders and looking for new
markets.
I believe that the keys to success in this highly competitive
environment are technological innovation and
management reforms. We are leveraging the combined
strength of the UAE aviation sector without favoring or
disfavoring any carrier. Together we will develop innovations
aimed at taking the initiative in key areas such
as next- generation technology, environmental sustainability
and the highest standards of safety, security and
services. This will be our winning formula.
Eng. Sultan Bin Saeed Al Mansoori
Minister of Economy Chairman of the GCAA Board
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