General

Civil Aviation Publications (CAPs) are issued by the Civil Aviation Authority of Oman (DGCAR) from time to time to provide practical guidance or certainty in respect of the statutory requirements for aviation safety. CAPs contain information about standards, practices and procedures acceptable to the CAA. A CAP may be used, in accordance with the Civil Aviation Law (Royal Decree 76/2019) Article 7, and CAR-11 to demonstrate compliance with a statutory requirement.

Purpose

This CAP provides guidance on the key concepts and components for effective implementation of an SMS, as required under CAR-100. This CAP complements other guidance material issued by the CAA on safety management-related subjects. 

Applicability

This CAP applies to all holders of an Oman Air Operator Certificate (AOC), CAR-145 Approved Maintenance Organisations, Aviation Training Organisations (ATOs) approved by the CAA that are exposed to safety risks during the provision of their services, the air navigation service provider in Oman, the operators of certified aerodromes in Oman, and the Aeronautical Meteorological Service Provider.

Cancellation

This CAP is current from the date of issue until otherwise cancelled or reviewed by the CAA.

Effective Date