The second meeting of the Air Events Analysis Group for the Africa-Indian Ocean region (AEAG/2) opened in N'Djamena, Chad, on Monday. The ceremony was attended by Transport, Civil Aviation, and National Meteorology Minister Fatima Goukouni Weddeye. The event brings together experts to discuss air safety and analyze incidents to prevent future occurrences. Minister Weddeye emphasized the importance of air safety as a fundamental requirement for civil aviation development. She welcomed delegations and experts, highlighting Chad's commitment to strengthening air safety on the continent.
Chad's Civil Aviation Authority Director General Brahim Guihini Dadi addressed the gathering, stressing that air navigation safety relies on collective capacity to detect and report incidents, understand their causes, and learn from experiences. He emphasized that incident analysis aims not to assign blame but to foster a culture of trust, transparency, and learning. Dadi's remarks underscored the importance of cooperation and information sharing among stakeholders to enhance air safety.
Louis Bakienona, Executive Secretary of the African and Malagasy Civil Aviation Authorities (AAMAC), recalled the objectives of the Air Events Analysis Group. The group aims to monitor air safety levels in Africa by analyzing previous year's incidents and implementing measures to correct recurring issues. Bakienona noted that the first meeting in Libreville last year laid a solid foundation, with over 450 air traffic service incidents analyzed for 2023 and 2024, and eight regional recommendations adopted.
Minister Weddeye highlighted the significance of air safety for civil aviation development, emphasizing that it guarantees user trust, promotes state connectivity, and supports regional economic integration. She stressed that air safety is not an option for the government but an imperative. The minister encouraged close cooperation among sector stakeholders and a culture of prevention based on information sharing and continuous improvement.
The AEAG/2 meeting in N'Djamena brings together experts from various countries to share experiences and best practices in air safety. The event provides a platform for discussing incident analysis, identifying safety risks, and implementing corrective measures. Participants aim to enhance air safety in the Africa-Indian Ocean region by adopting recommendations and fostering cooperation among stakeholders.
The meeting's outcomes are expected to contribute to improved air safety in Africa, enhancing the continent's aviation sector. Strengthening air safety will promote economic growth, regional integration, and user confidence. The event demonstrates Chad's commitment to air safety and its role in promoting regional cooperation.
The second meeting of the Air Events Analysis Group will conclude with recommendations for enhancing air safety in the Africa-Indian Ocean region. The outcomes will inform future initiatives and strategies for improving air safety, incident reporting, and analysis. The meeting's success will depend on continued cooperation and collaboration among stakeholders.
Key points
- The meeting aims to enhance air safety in Africa by analyzing incidents and implementing corrective measures.
- Over 450 air traffic service incidents were analyzed for 2023 and 2024 during the first meeting in Libreville.
- The event promotes cooperation and information sharing among stakeholders to strengthen air safety on the continent.
