Aeronautical Data Quality Regulation

As part of its Single European Sky initiative, the EC is taking action to improve the quality of aeronautical data and information. Such action is needed for a number of reasons, not least to support new navigation techniques, such as Precision Area Navigation in terminal airspace.

The most significant action taken by the EC in this regard has been the development of a regulation specifically focused on the quality of aeronautical data and information. This regulation takes the form of an Implementing Rule which was adopted by the EC on 26^th January 2010, as EC regulation 73/2010, and which enters into force on the 16^th February 2010.

The regulation lays down a number of provisions which impact all those involved in the aeronautical data chain, from the point of data origination through to the point of distribution by a State’s Aeronautical Information Service (AIS) provider. This includes operators of aerodromes and heliports for which Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) or Special-Visual Flight Rules (SVFR) procedures are published in the national Aeronautical Information Publication. The first provisions within the regulation come into force in July 2013.

These provisions will require all parties involved to undertake extensive assessment of their existing processes, and revise and develop new processes and tools in order to demonstrate compliance with the regulation. The work necessary to achieve compliance should not be underestimated. Our company has extensive experience in this field, having provided expert support to EUROCONTROL in the development of the regulation, and we would like to offer our services to help you ensure compliance.

Mileridge Limited is an independent, UK-based company, specialising in the provision of high quality consultancy and software solutions for use within the Air Traffic Management (ATM) arena.

The Aeronautical Data Quality (ADQ) regulation was developed by the EUROCONTROL on behalf of the EC, over a period of several years. Throughout that time, Mileridge was contracted by EUROCONTROL to provide expert support to the regulation development.

Specific tasks for which Mileridge was contracted included:

a)             Support to the initial impact assessment;

b)             Development of technical provisions;

c)              Support to the Stakeholder consultation;

d)             Lead development of the Means of Compliance documentation;

e)             Expert review of the proposed regulation;

f)              Lead development of the AIXM specification;

g)              Lead development of the eAIP specification;

h)             Lead development of the ADQ guidance material.

Key Benefits

• Thorough Knowledge of ADQ

Through support to the development of the regulation, Mileridge has an unparalleled understanding of the provisions, the rationale behind them and how compliance could be achieved.

• Long History of Supporting Data Quality Initiatives in Aviation

Mileridge has supported data quality initiatives at both national, European and International levels for many years. This experience has resulted in a thorough understanding of the issues that affect organisations and how these may be addressed.

• Independence

As an independent consultancy, you can be assured that Mileridge's advice will not be biased by other pressures.

Capabilities

• ADQ Briefing

For many, the ADQ regulation will be new and its implications may not be fully understood. Mileridge can provide a briefing on the regulation either at your organisation or at our training facilities.

• Initial Assessment

The first step towards gaining compliance is to understand what provisions apply to your organisation and the level to which you comply today. Mileridge can undertake a initial assessments of both compliance with the regulation and the identified means of compliance.

• Identification of Non-compliance and Their Associated Rectification Actions

As part of the Initial Assessment, areas of non-compliance may be identified. These will be clearly documented and actions proposed that will rectify the non-compliance.

• Implementation Planning

Mileridge can help you develop a feasible plan for all the activities that are needed to achieve compliance with the regulation and to ensure a successful outcome from formal assessment.

• Ongoing Support to Implementation

Following a successful assessment, Mileridge can continue to support your organisation in ensuring that any new processes and tools are compliant with the ADQ regulation. We can also assist with preparing for future audits, by carrying out informal audits prior to these, helping to ensure that the formal audit results in a successful outcome.