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The Sultanate of Oman as a Contracting State to the Convention on International Civil Aviation has an obligation to the international community to ensure that the Aerodromes in Oman are maintained as per the standards of the Annex 14 to the Convention.

This manual provides guidance with regard to “Safe Operating Practices” that should be respected by all those engaged in airside activities of an aerodrome.

The advice and guidance specified in this document can be described as “accepted good practices” and represents an acceptable way of carrying out airside activities. It illustrates how risks are identified and provides advice about how apron safety can be maintained within the context of a systematic and structured management approach.

This Manual is intended to provide guidance for minimum acceptable practices for all those engaged in airside operations.

Users of this document must be aware of other statutory provisions that may apply to their activities, for example, the responsibility to report aircraft accidents and certain occurrences. It is the responsibility of all those involved with the operation of aerodromes, aircraft and the provision of services to be familiar with any such legal obligations.