India Jumps to 48th Rank in Global Aviation Safety Ranking

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India has jumped to the 48th position — its highest ever spot in the global aviation safety ranking released by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). 

Important facts 

• Four years ago, India was at 102nd position.

• India’s score in terms of effective implementation of key safety elements has improved to 85.49%, putting it ahead of China (49), Israel (50) and Turkey (54).

• India’s score in the 2018 Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme was 69.95%.

• India and Georgia are at the 48th position in the ranking with a score of 85.49 per cent.

• Neighbouring country Pakistan ranks 100th with a score of 70.39 per cent.

Assessment of ICAO 

• Under the ICAO standards, the Effective Implementation (EI) of six areas were assessed. They are LEG, ORG, PEL, OPS, AIR and AGA.

• LEG is Primary Aviation Legislation and Specific Operating Regulations.

• ORG is Civil Aviation Organisation.

• PEL is Personnel Licensing and Training.

• OPS is Aircraft Operations.

• AIR is Airworthiness of Aircraft.

• AGA is Aerodrome and Ground Aid.

Global Scenario

• In the ranking, Singapore is at the top, followed by the UAE and South Korea at the second and third positions, respectively.

• Others in the top ten are France (4th), Iceland (5th), Australia (6th), Canada (7th), Brazil (8th), Ireland (9th) and Chile (10th).

About International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

• It is a specialised agency of the United Nations.

• It coordinates the principles and techniques of international air navigation.

• It fosters the planning and development of international air transport to ensure safe and orderly growth.

• Headquarters are located in the Quartier International of Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

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