In accordance with ICAO provisions, countries are required to establish at every airport an emergency plan commensurate with the aircraft operations and other activities conducted at the airport. This manual will assist countries in the implementation of these specifications and thereby ensure their uniform application. Covers pre-planning for airport emergencies, as well as co-ordination between the different airport agencies and those of the surrounding community that could be of assistance in responding to an emergency. Includes a sample emergency exercise critique form, glossary, and references. Illustrated.

In this third edition the chapters have been enhanced to reflect changes in technology and the way the air transport industry runs. Key topics that are newly addressed include low cost airline operations, security issues and EASA regulations on airports. A new chapter covering extended details about wildlife control has been added to the volume.

This timely and authoritative book addresses the commercial and liability issues following commercial aviation into and beyond the year 2000.