S.

No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

Asia/Pacific Air Navigation Planning And Implementati on Regional Group 1

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

March, 1946

Once a year

Signatory Member of ICAO. Permanent membership.

Director Operations as Designated member & GM ATS Designated alternate member

Pakistan is a member of ICAO Asia/Pacific region and requires implementing of ICAO Regional plan. Participation on continuous basis will enable Pakistan to participate in decision making and remain current with the latest development s in the Air Navigation and future plans of the region and its implementation in Pakistan in a continuous and coherent manner. It will also help to exchange point of views, resolve regional issues and liaise with adjacent states in this regard.

No. These meetings are of purely technical nature and demands participation of designated technical / specialists of PCAA to take part in decision making at the forum. . Meeting is already declared Obligatory by Cabinet Division vide. U.o.No.5-1/2004-Min.II the 30th May, 2009.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

Air Traffic Management / Aeronautical Information Service/ Search And Rescue SubGroup (ATM/AIS/S AR SG) , Regional ATM Contingency Plan Task Force (RACPTF), South East Asia ATS Coordination Group (SEACG) Meeting of APANPIRG

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

March, 1946

Once a year

Signatory Member of ICAO. Permanent membership.

No specific position is offered by ICAO and its Regional offices. Regional Groups/ Sub groups are formed from the participants of meeting to develop the basic working papers / recommend ations for the approval of APANPIRG for submission to ICAO Council.

ATM-02

Subgroup has been established by APANPIRG with considerable terms of reference to deal with ICAO Annex 11, 12 and 15 to the Chicago Convention. The ICAO has urged for inter -regional coordination by ensuring regular dialogue, information sharing and meetings between key personnel and organizations managing implementation of new developments and implementation of PBN. Participation of Pakistan will assist to study, analyze and review the continuous new developments in these challenging fields of ATM, AIS & SAR in the region which have direct effect upon the safe and efficient conduct of flight. The meeting provides an opportunity to exchange / share information with participating states.

No. Technical meeting specifically pertains to the activities of Civil Aviation in Air Traffic Management, Search & Rescue and Aeronautical Information Services. Participation of PCAA ATC officers dealing with the relevant fields is mandatory. Meeting is already declared Obligatory by Cabinet Division on 30th May, 2009.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

AIR NAVIGATIO N CONFEREN CE (ANC)

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO

March, 1946

Once in 10 years

Signatory Member of ICAO. Permanent membership.

No specific position is offered by ICAO and its Regional offices. Regional Groups/ Sub groups are formed from the participants of meeting.

The purpose of the Air Navigation Conference is to gain consensus, obtain commitments and formulate recommendations to achieve a harmonized global air navigation system for international civil aviation and optimizing the opportunities in technology and maturing work programmes toward common global objectives. The Conferences vision: to achieve an integrated global ATM system in a progressive, costeffective and cooperative manner. As the air navigation system gains maturity, ICAO continues to address the challenge of the integration, interoperability and harmonization of the systems leading to the concept of One Sky for international civil aviation.

No. A high level technical meeting held after every 10 years at ICAO HQs Montreal which plans strategic objectives of the ICAO for next 10 years for implementation in all the regions worldwide. The new developments, systems are discussed along with their benefits Participation of concerned Directorates of PCAA (Operations, CNS, Airworthiness and Flight Standards is essential. Participation needs Obligatory status.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

COM / MET / NAV / SUR Sub-Group Re designated as

Communicati on Navigation / Surveillance / Meteorology Sub-Group

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

March, 1946

Once a year

Signatory Member of ICAO. Permanent membership.

(CNS/MET SG)

No specific position is offered by ICAO and its Regional offices. Regional Groups/ Sub groups are formed from the participants of meeting.

Subgroup has been established by APANPIRG with terms of reference to deal with ICAO Annex-3 and 10 regarding development and implementation of new Communication, Navigation and Surveillance (CNS) plans and the arrangements for the provision of Meteorological Services of international standards necessary for civil aviation and may have the direct effects on the activities of PCAA. Participation will enable Pakistan to study, analyze, review and share the continuous developments made by regional states in the field of CNS and MET and its implementation in Pakistan.

No. Technical meeting specifically pertains to the development and implementation of CNS / MET facilities & strategies necessary for air navigation services provided by Civil Aviation. Participation of concerned ATC and CNS officers working in the relevant fields is essential. An operational requirement. Meeting is already declared Obligatory by Cabinet Division vide. U.o.No.51/2004-Min.II the 30th May, 2009.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

ICAO Separation and Airspace Safety Panel (SASP) Meetings. (Meetings of APANPIRG) 5

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

March, 1946

Minimum once a year or as required

Signatory Member of ICAO. Permanent membership.

Director Operations as Designated member of the panel

This is a specialized panel which focuses on the development of separation minima for ATC. New extensive work is being carried out on collision risk modeling, safety assessment and minima for use with new techniques e.g. ADSB, ADS-C and GNSS. Participation of Pakistan in panel meetings on continuous basis is an essential requirement in order to remain updated on new separation minima and its background as well as implementation in Pakistan. Participation of Pakistan is essential

No. SASP Panel Meetings are of Technical Nature and requires participation of panels, members & advisors with expertise in the field of Air Traffic Management and National procedures. Meeting is already declared Obligatory by Cabinet Division vide. U.o.No.51/2004-Min.II the 30th May, 2009.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast Study and Implementati on Task Force (ADS-B & S ITF) and IONOSPHE RIC STUDIES TF Meetings of APANPIRG

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

March, 1946

Minimum once a year or as required

Signatory Member of ICAO. Permanent membership

No specific position is offered by ICAO and its Regional offices. Regional Task Force, Groups/ Sub groups are formed from the participants of meeting.

ADS-B is the future surveillance strategy adopted by ICAO which will replace the existing SSR surveillance system particularly to support the future Global Navigation satellite System (GNSS). The meeting provides opportunity to share knowledge / expertise of other states for the development of procedures / techniques for implementation for ADS-B in consultation with adjacent states. ICAO also asked the states to mandate the carriage and use of ADS-B equipment in their area of responsibility and provide priority for access to such airspace for aircraft with operative ADS-B.

No. These meetings are of purely technical nature which involves decisions regarding operational procedures and capabilities. Participation of specialized ATC officers of Operations Directorate is essential due to operational requirements. There is no local expertise available and being specialized field it needs special training before implementation. Meeting is already declared Obligatory by Cabinet Division on 30th May, 2009.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

Performance Based Navigation Task Force (PBN TF / GNSS TF /

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

March, 1946 Task Force formed in 2008.

Minimum once a year or as required

Signatory Member of ICAO. Permanent membership

IONOSPHE RIC STUDIES TF and

7 Instrument Flight Procedure Design) Meetings of APANPIRG And related PBN Training / courses / Seminars / Workshops arranged by Regional offices

Director Operations designated Focal contact person and CM ATS / PBN as designated Task Force Member

The ICAO vide Assembly Resolution A-36/23 has adopted Performance Based Navigation (PBN) based on GNSS as future navigation strategy with specific timelines : i) Short term up to 2012; ii) Medium term 2013-2016; and iii) Long term 2017 and beyond for worldwide implementation. PBN being the new navigation technique requires continuous participation in all training courses seminars, workshops, meetings to learn and improve the knowledge for development of implementation plan in regional harmonization. Participation will also provide an opportunity to review existing national plans, available material and establish effective

No. These meetings are of purely technical nature which involves decisions regarding operational procedures and capabilities. Participation of specialized ATC officers of Operations Directorate is essential due to operational requirements. There is no local expertise available and being specialized field it need special training before implementation. (PBN TF / GNSS TF / IONOSPHERIC STUDIES TF Meeting is already declared Obligatory by Cabinet Division vide. U.o.No.5-1/2004-Min.II the 30th May, 2009. But GNSS PBN and Instrument Flight Procedure Design being integral part of PBN also be included in the same subject.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

(APAC) and ICAO

planning and working methodologies for implementation of PBN.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

Bay Of Bengal Reduced Horizontal Separation Implementati on Task Force

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

March, 1946

Minimum once a year or as required

Signatory Member of ICAO. Permanent membership

(BOB- RHS TF)

Meetings of APANPIRG 8

No specific position is offered by ICAO and its Regional offices. Regional Task Force, Groups/ Sub groups are formed from the regular participants of meeting

10

ICAO APAC office has formed BOB-RHS Task Force to ensure inter-regional harmonization, develop and implement strategic benefits-driven by plans to improve en-route airspace efficiency by means of the implementation of reduced horizontal separation (lateral and longitudinal) based on the ICAO RNAV 10 (RNP 10) and RNP 4 PBN navigation specification along the Major Traffic (Southeast Asia to Europe, South of the Himalayas and the Middle East). Four routes out six i.e. P628, G792, traffic from SERKA Pakistan to UL333 in Kabul FIR and on B466 from Pakistan to PAROD in Kabul are marked for the first phase which will have direct impact. The BOB RHS meeting will address issues arising from the implementation of reduced horizontal separation in the

No. These meetings are of purely technical nature which involves decisions regarding operational procedures and capabilities. Participation of specialized ATC officers of Operations Directorate is absolutely essential due to operational requirements. . Meeting is already declared Obligatory by Cabinet Division vide. U.o.No.51/2004-Min.II the 30th May, 2009.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

region. RHS implementation will accommodate high density of traffic and enhance airspace capacity. Participation of Pakistan is essential for the harmonized implementation of these procedures.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

South Asia Indian Ocean ATM Coordination Group (SAIOACG) Meetings of APANPIRG 9

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO

March, 1946

Once a year

Signatory Member of ICAO. Permanent membership

No specific position is offered by ICAO and its Regional offices. Regional Task Force, Groups / Sub groups are formed from the participants of meetings to develop the ATM operational procedures.

The BBACG will consider operational issues related to Air Traffic Management and airspace operations in order to identify and progress for provision of ATM in the area. These meetings also oversee the conduct of ADS/CPDLC operational trails in Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea areas and review the progress in relation to the application of Air Traffic Flow Management (ATFM). Participation of Pakistan in ATM/ATS coordination group will enable to harmonize the development of plans with the region to manage air traffic operating from Indian ocean to Pakistan.

No. A technical meeting pertaining to air traffic operational matters. Participation of specialized ATC officers of Operations Directorate is essential due to operational importance. . Meeting is already declared Obligatory by Cabinet Division vide. U.o.No.51/2004-Min.II the 30th May, 2009.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

10

Cooperation On development of Operational Safety and Continuing Airworthines s ProgrammeSouth Asia (COSCAPSA) Steering Committee Meetings

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

March, 1946

Minimum once a year or as required due to operational issues of the region.

Signatory Member of ICAO. Permanent membership

No specific position is offered by ICAO and its Regional offices. Regional Task Force, Groups/ Sub groups are formed from the participants of meeting

ICAO COSCAP steering committee comprises of DGCAA of all member states. As the meetings review the operational issues, full participation of CAA Pakistan with designated member along with concerned Directors i.e. D. Ops, DAAR, DFS and DAW will enable Pakistan to highlight its position in relation to the implementations of COSCAP recommendations and future developments as well as compliance to ICAO Annexes.

No. A technical meeting. Participation of designated members and concerned reps. of PCAA is essential. Meeting is already declared Obligatory by Cabinet Division vide. U.o.No.51/2004-Min.II the 30th May, 2009.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

Air Traffic Route Network Task Force (ARN TF) 11

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

March, 1946

Minimum once a year or as required

Signatory Member of ICAO. Permanent membership

DO

MIDANPIR G

To review the existing ATS route net work systematically to achieve an optimum flow of air traffic by developing harmonization between the two regions i.e. Asia Pacific and Middle East regions. As Pakistan is situated at the confluence of the two regions therefore its participation in this meeting is highly essential to look after the interest of PCAA and Pakistan with regards to ATS Routes review and new Routes through both regions.

No. A technical meeting. The Air Traffic Route Network directly effects flow of transit traffic through Pakistan airspace. Participation of concerned rep. of Operations Directorate of PCAA is essential. Participation needs Obligatory status.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

12

Asia Pacific Regional Aviation Safety Team (ARAST) Meetings of Asia and Pacific Region (APANPIRG)

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

March, 1946

Once a year

Signatory Member of ICAO. Permanent membership

General Manager ATS is designated ATM member of SARAST

ARAST has been established under ICAO COSCAP to achieve ICAO global safety objectives. The terms of reference were expanded to cover both flight operations and Air Traffic Management Issues. GM ATS is the designated ATM member of ARAST. To ensure promotion of aviation safety and for implementation of safety enhancements procedures in regional harmonization, Pakistan is essentially required to participate in the meetings (OPS-ATM and Flight Operation as members).

No. A technical meeting. Participation of designated members from Directorates of Operations, Flight Standards and Airworthiness is essential. Meeting is already declared Obligatory by Cabinet Division vide. U.o.No.51/2004-Min.II the 30th May, 2009 under the title SARAST which has been changed as ARAST now and needs amendment to ensure regular participation.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

13

Middle East Air Navigation Planning And Implementati on Regional Group (MIDANPIR G) Meetings

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

March, 1946

Once a year

Signatory Member of ICAO. Permanent membership

Previously Pakistan was accredited to MIDANPIRG . Now has coordinator status.

Pakistan is situated at transition boundary of Asia & Pacific and Middle East Regions. The decisions made by Mid Region effects Pakistan directly as most of the air traffic from Middle East to APAC and vice versa operate through Pakistan. Participation will keep Pakistan abreast of all the developments of Air Navigation Plan of the region in continuous and coherent manner. It will also help to liaise with adjacent states of Mid region.

No. These meetings are of purely technical nature and demands participation of specialist ATC officers of Operations Directorate to take part in decision making at the forum. Participation in MIDANPIRG is essential and may be included in the obligatory meetings.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

Air Traffic Management /Search And Rescue/ Aeronautical Information Service SubGroup (ATM/AIS / SAR SG) Meeting of MIDANPIRG 14

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO

March, 1946

Once a year

Signatory Member of ICAO. Permanent membership

No specific position is offered by ICAO and its Regional offices. Regional Task Force, Groups/ Sub groups are formed from the participants of meeting

Subgroup has been established by APANPIRG with considerable terms of reference to deal with ICAO Annex 11, 12 and 15. Participation of Pakistan will assist to analyze and review the new developments continuously made by Regional States which will have direct effect upon the safe and efficient transfer of control of flights, provision of SAR with cohesion and publication of Aeronautical information in a harmonious manner. The meeting will also provide an opportunity to exchange / share information with participating adjacent states and present Pakistans point of view at the time of decision making.

No. Technical meeting specifically pertains to the activities of Civil Aviation in Air Traffic Management, Search & Rescue and Aeronautical Information Services. The meetings discuss the shortcomings of each state and develop remedial regional plans. Participation of ATC officers dealing with the relevant fields is mandatory to develop harmonization with adjacent and regional states. Needs obligatory status to meet operational requirements as prescribed in Annexes to the Chicago Convention on ICAO and PAN-OPS Documents of ICAO as well as to address the USOAP audit finding.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

15

Communicati on Navigation Surveillance / Meteorologic al Service SubGroup (CNS/MET SG) Meeting of MIDANPIRG

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

March, 1946

Once a year

Signatory Member of ICAO. Permanent membership

No specific position is offered by ICAO and its Regional offices. Regional Task Force, Groups/ Sub groups are formed from the participants of meeting

To ensure implementation of CNS & MET strategies in Pakistan in harmony with the adjacent states of the MID Region alongwith APAC Region. It will also ensure harmonious implementation f ATS System Block upgrades with Iran and Muscat.

No. A technical meeting. Participation of concerned ANS officers is essentially required to exchange / share CNS/MET related procedures which may affect operation in both Regions. The transit traffic as well as arriving/departing traffic will benefit due to harmonized procedures. Participation requires obligatory status.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

Asia / Pacific Seamless ATM Planning Group (APSAPG) Meeting of APANPIRG

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

March, 1946

Once a year

Signatory Member of ICAO. Permanent membership

16

No specific position is offered by ICAO and its Regional offices. Regional Task Force, Groups/ Sub groups are formed from the participants of meeting

Nil

No. A technical meeting. Participation of concerned ATC officers is essentially required to develop and implement concept of Seamless ATM procedures, exchange / share related ATM procedures which may affect operation in the Region(s) particularly at the time of transfer of control of air traffic. It is a new concept and at the developing stage in our region. The officers need to learn to implement in our country. Needs obligatory status to meet operational requirements as prescribed in Annexes to the Chicago Convention on ICAO and PAN-OPS Documents of ICAO as well as to address the USOAP audit finding.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

17

Aeronautical Information Services / MAP Task Force (AIS/MAP TF) and Aeronautical Information Management Implementati on Task Force (AAITF) Meetings of MIDANPIRG

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

March, 1946

Minimum once a year or as required.

Signatory Member of ICAO. Permanent membership

No specific position is offered by ICAO and its Regional offices. Regional Task Force, Groups/ Sub groups are formed from participants of meeting

To acquire knowledge and expertise on latest development s in the field of Aeronautical Information Service, Charts and MAPs being developed in the Region in line with Annex 4 & 15 to the Chicago Convention and to implement it in harmony with adjacent and regional states.

No. A technical meeting. Participation of AIS and Charting officers of Operations Directorate is Desirable.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

18

Regional Airspace Safety Monitoring Advisory Group (RASMAG) / and Future Air Navigation Services Team
Implementati on in ASIA

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

March, 1946

Minimum once a year or as required

Signatory Member of ICAO. Permanent membership

No specific position is offered by ICAO and its Regional offices. Regional Task Force, Groups/ Sub groups are formed from participants of meeting

Nil

(FIT-ASIA) Meetings of (APANPIR G)

The APAC office has formed Regional Monitoring Agencies (RAMs) to monitor large height deviation and aircraft RVSM approvals. The RMAs are responsible to Regional Airspace Safety MONITORING Advisory Groups (RASMAG) which in turn coordinates with APANPIRG to check the States compliance status regarding provision of Annex-6 and Annex-11 pertaining to safety in the region. Participation in these important meetings will help Pakistan to share experience / development made by ICAO and other states to resolve the height deviation issues and ensure safety.

No. These meetings are of purely technical nature Involving air craft operation in accordance with the laid down procedures. Participation of concerned ATC officers of Air Navigation Service Provider (ANS) dealing with the subject is essential. Needs obligatory status to meet operational requirements as prescribed in Annexes to the Chicago Convention on ICAO and PAN-OPS Documents of ICAO as well as to address the USOAP audit finding.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

Safety Management System in Air Traffic Management (SMS-ATM) Meeting of APANPIRG and MIDANPIRG

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

March, 1946

Minimum once a year or as required

Signatory Member of ICAO. Permanent membership

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These meetings started in 2008 and later. No specific position is offered by ICAO and its Regional offices. Regional Task Force, Groups/ Sub groups are formed from the participants of meeting

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ICAO has made mandatory for the member states that their Air Traffic Services Providers implement Safety Management System (SMS) in the provision of air traffic management to comply Standards and Recommended Practices as contained in Annex-11, 14 , ICAO Doc-4444 and SMS Doc 9859 to ensure acceptable level of safety adopted by the states to meet ICAO standards. It demands proactive / predictive approach during provision of air traffic services for the traffic operating in the airspace and at aerodromes. It also needs to develop the procedures in harmonization with adjacent states to ensure continued safety at the time of transfer of control of traffic from one A TC unit / state to another. Pakistan being the transition state between APAC and MID

No. These meetings are of purely technical nature Involving air craft operation in accordance with the laid down procedures. It involves ICAO USOAOP Audit also. Participation of concerned ATC officers of Air Navigation Service Provider (ANSP) dealing with the subject are essential. Needs obligatory status to meet operational requirements as prescribed in Annexes to the Chicago Convention on ICAO and PAN-OPS Documents of ICAO as well as to address the USOAP audit finding.

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Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

Regions, it becomes essential for it to develop and coordinate procedures with adjacent states of both the regions to ensure safe and smooth transfer of control of air traffic. This activity is being audited by ICAO universally. Thus participation of Pakistan in SMS meeting s of both the regions is mandatory.

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Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

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Regional Workshops / Symposiums and Seminars on i) Traffic Forecasting & Economic Planning; ii) PBN / GNSS / RNAV; iii) ATM / CNS / COMOPS /SAR / AIS / MET; iv)ADS-B / CPDLC / AIDC Arranged by ICAO APAC

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

March, 1946

Minimum once a year or as required

Signatory Member of ICAO. Permanent membership

Continuous requirement.

Asia and Pacific is expecting highest air traffic growth rate as compared to other regions. Pakistan will face even more traffic challenges due to its geographical position. This needs continuous study for traffic forecasting to develop sufficient infrastructure to manage the increased air traffic flow through Pakistan in safe and efficient manner.

No. These workshops are of purely technical nature Involving aircraft operation in accordance with the laid down procedures. Participation of concerned ANS/ATC officers of Air Navigation Service Provider (ANSP) dealing with the subject is highly essential to keep them current on the latest developments in ANS. Needs obligatory status to meet operational requirements as prescribed in Annexes to the Chicago Convention on ICAO and PAN-OPS Documents of ICAO as well as to address the USOAP audit finding.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

Office, Regional States and ICAO Office.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

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Training Courses pertaining to: i) i) Seamless ATM; ii) CNS/ATM; iii) Continuous Descent Approach; iv) Search and Rescue (SAR) Officers; v) SAR Mission Control Coordinator / Administrato r; vi) Aeronautical Information Service

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

March, 1946

As per schedule given by the ICAO recognized Institutes

Signatory Member of ICAO. Permanent membership

Continuous requirement These trainings are not available in Pakistan.

5 And (One course on new ATM system for 14 officers)

The air traffic is job specific profession which need performance of functions as per ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices as contained in Annex and National Legislation. The ICAO, IATA, Civil Aviation Authorities and other International Organizations involved in aeronautical activities continuously work in develop and modernization of ATC procedures for more safe, efficient and economical air craft operation worldwide. As such there is an essential need of continuous training of ATC officers specifically abroad at international institute to acquire the knowledge of international standard and share experience of developed countries to become a world class air traffic services provider.

No. These courses are of purely technical nature and job specific Involving aircraft operation and their safety in accordance with the laid down procedures during all phases of flight operating in Pakistan. Training of the Air Traffic Controllers required to be deployed on these related positions need training and OJT before their deployment. USOAP Audit of Pakistan reflected this deficiency in their report. Needs obligatory status to meet operational requirements as prescribed in Annexes to the Chicago Convention on ICAO and PAN-OPS Documents of ICAO as well as to address the USOAP audit

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

Officer; vii) Aeronautical Charts & Cartography; viii) ATC Radar / Advanced ATC; ix) \ATC Radar Instructor; x) OJT Techniques; xi) PBN Basic and Advanced; xii) Procedure Design Basic / Advanced; xiii) AR Procedure Design; xiv) AMHS Handling;

finding.

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

xv) ADS-B / AIDC / CPDLC; xvi) Advanced ATC Training; xvii) Aviation Management

S. No

Title of Meetings/ Conference s etc.

Name of the International Organization

Date when the organization was established.

Frequency of its meetings annual, halfyearly, others.

Is Pakistan a member of the organization or any of its organs? If so, when do the terms of its membership end?

Does Pakistan hold any position in the organizatio n by election, nomination or on a rotation basis?

Number of meetings attended in the past.

Specify why it is necessary to Participate in this meeting and what vital national interests would be served by participation.

Can the Meeting be attended on behalf of Pakistan by the Pakistan Mission in the country concerned? If not, give specific reasons.

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Aeronautic al Telecommu nication Network

Implementati on and

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

March, 1946

Minimum once a year or as required

Signatory Member of ICAO. Permanent membership

Coordinatio n Group (ATN ICG / OPMET/,M TF) Task

Force Meeting of APANPIRG

No specific position is offered by ICAO and its Regional offices. Regional Task Force, Groups/ Sub groups are formed from participants of meeting

NIL

Aeronautical Telecommunication Network implementation Coordination Group meeting is held annually to discuss the matter pertaining to APAC Regional Countries for implementation of Data and Voice Communication as per predetermined agreed network to facilitate the flight operation in a harmonized and coordinated manner. The meeting discusses specially migration from AFTN to AMHS, AIDC CPDLC, FIS and other related applications relating to Ground to Ground and Ground to Air data communications elements and Voice migration to latest technology for using Voice communications

No. These meetings are of purely technical nature Involving air craft operation in accordance with the laid down procedures. Participation of concerned officers of Aeronautical Telecommunication Office COM-OPS branch of ANS dealing with the subject is essential. Needs obligatory status to meet operational requirements as prescribed in Annexes to the Chicago Convention on ICAO and PAN-OPS Documents of ICAO as well as to address the USOAP audit finding.