A Guide On Licenses Under Civil Aviation Affairs In Bahrain 2018 - 2019

Getting the basics right

No person should depose the duties as a f‌light crew member of an aircraft, unless and until, such person holds a valid license; which reads his compliance with the required specif‌ications of the ANTR Part II and is considered appropriate to depose the duties that are expected to be performed. The license to be considered valid should be issued by the State of Registry of the respective aircraft or in the alternative by any other Contracting State. However, it should be rendered valid by the State of Registry of that own the aircraft. All f‌light crew members, at all times should carry their respective and appropriate licenses on board of every aircraft which is engaged in international air navigation.

The license holders should always carry their licenses whenever they are exercising their duties and privileges of the said license.

The holder of the said license should dispose of his duties and have privileges within the guidelines of the said license. Hence, at no point of time shall any person holding a permit indulge in an activity or task which is beyond the permitted levels and guidelines of the said license unless the said person is permitted to do so by the CAA (Civil Aviation Af‌fairs).

2. What is the role of the CAA?

   The primary role of the CAA is to regulate and issue various technical directives towards air transportation and airworthiness, that apply to all aircrafts which are entering or exiting the territories of the Kingdom of Bahrain. The CCA also plays a regulatory role by acting as a governing body for setting the laws and regulations with relation to aviation; and is also responsible for making sure that the said rules and regulations are well honoured and compiled by all the stakeholders; and that all stakeholders meet their obligations towards the framed laws and regulations.

   The CAA also holds the responsibility for issuing of licenses towards various activities such as the registration of aircraft, licenses carrying personnel status, the operation of aircraft, and scheduling of airlines. The CAA also provides meteorological information which includes services such as weather forecasts and reports.

3. Which are the Directorates that fall under the Civil Aviation Affairs?

   Aeronautical Licensing: Holds the crucial responsibility towards Flight Safety Oversight of the aviation industry of Bahrain, further ensuring the compliance with the established regulations, as per the Bahrain Civil Aviation Law, Navigation Technical Regulations, and the ICAO Standard and Recommended Practices. This directorate also holds the responsibility towards the issuing of licenses to aircraft operations and airworthiness.

   Air Navigation System: This directorate holds the responsibility towards the systems such as radars, communications such as ground to air and ground to ground, aid towards navigation and meteorology), and also towards achieving the safety standards to meet the ICAO requirements.

   Air Traffic Management: This directorate holds the responsibility to manage the Air Traf‌f‌ic Control Services which fall within Bahrain information region and the Bahrain International Region. Their responsibility also includes management of...