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Taxes et Redevances

New Grand-Ducal Regulation on taxes and fees for licences 26-07-2018 Currently, taxes and fees payable for DAC’s services in relation to licences are based on the Grand-Ducal Regulation of 28 July 2011. In the weeks to come, a new Grand-Ducal Regulation (RGD) will replace the RGD of 2011. It is expected that this new RGD will be applicable as of ... [Lire la suite]

La psychologie aéronautique

La pyschologie aéronautique Le 16 mars 2018 la Direction de l‘Aviation Civile (DAC) a organisé en collaboration avec le Centre Hospitalier Neuro-Psychiatrique (CHNP) une matinée d’échange sur le sujet de la « Psychologie aéronautique ». Mesdames Véronique MUSCHANG et Diana MARTINS ont présenté aux ... [Lire la suite]

ICAO Security Training

ICAO Security Training 13-03-2018 En collaboration avec l’Organisation de l’Aviation Civile Internationale (OACI), la DAC a organisé une formation « ICAO Security Training » le 1er et 2 mars 2018 dans les locaux d’Eurocontrol à Luxembourg. La formation a été dispensée par Madame Cornelia LUDORF, Officier Régional Sûreté et Facilitation de l’Aviation Civile du Bureau OACI Europe et Atlantique Nord et portait notamment sur le rôle de l’OACI en Europe ainsi que sur l’Annexe 17 (Sûreté) et l’Annexe 9 (Facilitation, les normes liées à la sûreté) de la Convention. [Lire la suite]

safety report 2016

safety report 2016 24-01-2018 DAC has published its Annual Safety Review for 2016. For the first time, more than 2000 occurrences were reported in one year. The Annual Safety Review provides an analysis of these occurrences... [Lire la suite]

Just Culture Workshop

Just Culture Workshop 01-01-2018 On Dec. 12 and 13, 2017 a Just Culture Workshop was organized by Eurocontrol and DAC in Luxembourg. Expertly moderated by Mr. Radu Cioponea of Eurocontrol, the workshop brought together prosecutors (Fr: procureurs), examining magistrates (Fr: juges d’instruction), ... [Lire la suite]

Transmssion of the certificate

Certification of ELLX-Airport 22-12-2017 On December 19th 2017 M. Pierre JAEGER, Director of Civil Aviation, was proud to transmit to M. Johan VANNESTE, CEO of lux-Airport S.A., the certificate according to Article 8a paragraph 2 of regulation (EC) No. 216/2008 and the corresponding implementing rule ... [Lire la suite]

National Aerospace NDT Board

National Aerospace NDT Board 12-12-2017 EN4179 is the European recognized standard for Nondestructive testing (NDT) methods. It establishes the minimum requirements for the qualification and certification of personnel performing NDT in the aerospace industries. It addresses ... [Lire la suite]

Workshop

Workshop on Cargo and mail screening /7-8 November 2017-Luxembourg 08-12-2017 A workshop on cargo and mail screening was organized on 7 and 8 November in Luxembourg. The main objectives of this Workshop were to explain in detail the various screening methods applicable to cargo and mail shipments, identify the main challenges in the ... [Lire la suite]

pilot

Effectiveness of Flight Time Limitation - Flight Duty Periods survey 16-03-2017 The European Commission (EC DG MOVE) together with European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) have set up a research study to perform a review of the effectiveness of the new flight and duty time limitations and rest requirements applicable as of 18 February.... [Lire la suite]

safety report 2015

safety report 2015 25-11-2016 DAC has published an annual safety report for 2015.Three accidents and three serious incidents were reported to DAC. Only one minor injury resulted from these accidents. [Lire la suite]

UAS

General conditions for unmanned aircraft system (UAS) operations within the Luxembourg airspace 03-11-2016 General conditions for unmanned aircraft system (UAS) operations within the Luxembourg airspace  Currently, the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg does not dispose of a particular regulation for UAS operations within the Luxembourg airspace. Until such a regulation enters into force, all ... [Lire la suite]

IWAF 2016

IWAF 2016 20-10-2016 Le 26 septembre 2016, la Direction de l’Aviation Civile du Luxembourg a participé au deuxième Forum aéronautique mondial (IWAF 2016) de l’Organisation de l’Aviation Civile Internationale (OACI) à Montréal, Canada, réunissant les États membres de l'OACI, les organisations internationales, les institutions financières ainsi que les groupes industriels du secteur de l’aviation.......... [Lire la suite]

Assemblée de l’Organisation de l’Aviation Civile Internationale

39e Assemblée de l’Organisation de l’Aviation Civile Internationale 07-10-2016 La Direction de l’Aviation Civile du Luxembourg a participé à la 39e Assemblée de l’Organisation de l’Aviation Civile Internationale (OACI) du 27 septembre au 7 octobre 2016 à Montréal, Canada....... [Lire la suite]

965/2012

Implementation of regulation (EU) No 965/2012 for Non-Commercial operation of Complex motor-powered aircraft (NCC) 03-09-2015 The Commission Regulation (EU) No 965/2012 laying down technical requirements and administrative procedures related to air operations was amended by Commission Regulation (EU) 800/2013 published on August 14th, 2013. This amendment includes the requirements for non-commercial operation of complex motor-powered ...... [Lire la suite]

safety report 2014

safety report 2014 22-07-2015 DAC has published an annual safety report for 2014. In 2014, neither commercial aviation in Luxembourg nor air operators from Luxembourg were affected by accidents. Five accidents in general aviation, all without injuries or fatalities, and one serious incident have been recorded. However, aviation personnel is required to report also safety-related occurrences of lower severity to DAC. These occurrences are analysed and risk-assessed by DAC....... [Lire la suite]

ATFM Exemption

Implementation of a new procedure for ATFM Exemptions 30-06-2015 Implementation of a new procedure for ATFM Exemptions As of 1st of July 2015, all aircraft operators who wish to use an ATFM exemption for flights departing from Findel Airport (ELLX) shall obtain an authorisation before the flight. To that end, the “Application Form for an ATFM exemption” and the documents justifying their request shall be sent to the following e-mail address: atfmx[at]av.etat.lu...... [Lire la suite]

entretien des aéronefs

Airworthiness Notice AIR2014-02 on Cessna Series 100/200 Supplemental Inspection Programmes. 10-11-2014 Cessna Supplemental Inspection Programmes (SIPs) are Instructions for Continuing Airworthiness (ICA) published by the Type Certificate Holder (TCH) in the section 2A of the Service Manual. This airworthiness notice 2014-02 advises the owners of those aircraft types of their options regarding the inclusion of SIPs inspections into an approved AMP and their subsequent practical applications… [Lire la suite]

laser attack

Laser Illumination – Information for Pilots 08-08-2014 Studies and Investigations on Laser targeting of aircraft have proven the danger to attacked persons. Highly adverse effects have been encountered after exposure to green laser light (peak sensi-tivity of the human eye especially when dark-adapted, even by daylight – sunglasses!). The dif-fraction of laser radiation is very low and the output power as high as 1.000 mW. Therefore the distance for laser effects by a 5 mW green laser light (laser pointers for slide shows) are antici-pated to be dangerous up to minimum 12.000 ft (FL 120, approximately 2 NM)..... [Lire la suite]

piston

Airworthiness Notice AIR2014-01 on DAC policy regarding piston engine time between overhaul extension. 11-04-2014 Piston engines Time Between Overhaul (TBO) are recommended by Instructions for Continuing Airworthiness (ICA) published by the engine Type Certificate Holder (TCH). Depending on the TCH, those ICA’s might be in the form of an Engine Maintenance Manual, an Overhaul Manual, a Service Manual, a Service Bulletin, Service Letter or any other type of publication. Those TBO’s are generally defined in term of operating hours, calendar time or both and will cover every engine component or accessory.... [Lire la suite]

lâcher de ballons

Autorisations administratives 07-03-2014 Toute autorisation administrative se fonde sur l’article 32 de la loi modifiée du 31 janvier 1948 relative à la réglementation de la navigation aérienne et sur l’article 17 de la loi modifiée du 19 mai 1999 ayant pour objet ... c) d’instituer une Direction de l’Aviation Civile. Les autorisations administratives sont délivrées pour un évènement spécifique, à réaliser au-dessus du territoire du Grand - Duché de Luxembourg. Veuillez prendre note ... [Lire la suite]

baggage

liquides destinés à être emportés en bagage à main 24-01-2014 En référence au Règlement (UE) N° 185/2010 de la Commission Européenne, il est possible d’emporter à partir du 31 janvier 2014, certains LAG dans les bagages à main lors de votre voyage. C’est quoi un LAG ?: Un LAG (Liquide, Aérosol, Gel) est un objet, qui par sa nature, correspond à une des catégories suivantes : ... [Lire la suite]

Flight examiners

Information for non-luxembourg flight examiners in accordance with FCL.1015.(c) 17-10-2013 Following the publication of Commission regulation (EU) No 245/2014 of 13 March 2014, and in order to be compliant with the requirements of FCL.1015(c), non-Luxembourgish examiners may find the relevant national procedures below .. [Lire la suite]

entretien des aéronefs

programme d’entretien des aéronefs 10-10-2013 En accord avec l’article 17.3 du Journal Officiel publié le 21 mai 1999 établissant missions de la DAC, les exigences suivantes doivent être prises en compte lors du développement des programmes d’entretien des aéronefs... [Lire la suite]

aviation mechanic

Qualification Requirements for Personnel in Part-147 approved Maintenance Training Organisation 30-08-2013 In accordance with Article 147.A.105 "Personnel Requirements" of Section A of Annex IV to Regulation (EC)2043/2003, the experience and qualifications of Instructors, Knowledge Examiners and Practical Assessors shall be established in accordance with criteria published or in accordance with a procedure ... [Lire la suite]

Part-FCL licences

new regulations defining the requirements for the issue of Part-FCL licences, ratings and training organisations 11-05-2012 In order to harmonise aviation regulation in Europe, the European Union introduced Commission Regulation (EU) No 216/2008, the so-called Basic Regulation, which covers all aspects of aviation.... [Lire la suite]

ANSP

Espace prestataires des services de la navigation aérienne ... [Lire la suite]

ATC

Modalités d’application pour la délivrance, prorogation, renouvellement et modification des licences atc 08-03-2012 ... [Lire la suite]

Part-M

Airworthiness review and recommendation under PART-M 13-02-2012 EASA Standardisation Inspections in EU Member States revealed the lack of harmonisation in implementation of Article M.A.901 Aircraft Airworthiness Review of Annex I to EC2042/2003 and the relevant AMC. The issuance of Airworthiness Review Certificate or Recommendation was then debated during Standardisation Meeting in Cologne. [Lire la suite]

Taxes et Redevances

Taxes et redevances 23-08-2011 Suite à la publication du règlement grand-ducal du 28 juillet 2011 instituant la perception de taxes et de redevances relatives aux licences, qualifications et reconnaissance de licences du personnel de conduite d’aéronefs et du personnel d’entretien d’aéronefs .. [Lire la suite]

Language Proficiency Information Notice

Procedure DAC-LIC 203 - Language proficiency 22-12-2010 DAC Luxembourg is presently fully operational as far as the Language Proficiency evaluation system is considered. Please take note of this notification if you need to be assessed and how to apply. [Lire la suite]

Pratical examinations for JAR licences

Procedure DAC-LIC 111 Practical examinations 03-06-2010 This procedure is introduced in order to be fully compliant with the the current regulations, to facilitate and describe the appropriate administrative process and to keep a close follow-up of the licences and ratings issued by DAC Luxembourg. [Lire la suite]

Guide pratique

Accessibilité au transport aérien pour les personnes à mobilité réduite et les personnes handicapées 11-08-2008 L’objectif du guide pratique réside en l’amélioration de l’accessibilité au transport aérien pour les personnes à mobilité réduite et les personnes handicapées à l’aéroport de Luxembourg,... [Lire la suite]

Atterrissage d'un hélicoptère

Atterrissage et décollage hors aérodrome 17-07-2007 Tout atterrissage ou décollage d’un aéronef doit obligatoirement se faire sur un aérodrome agréé. L’article 6 du règlement grand-ducal du 13 mars 1993 refixant les règles de l’air et les dispositions auxquelles est soumise la circulation aérienne dispose que : « Sauf ... [Lire la suite]