ABSANT CONSULT offers support solutions for the Certification/ Authorization of Aerodromes and Heliports, additionally providing ongoing support for Operational Management (through Specialised Consulting) in areas such as Safety, Compliance and Security, among others.
Based on current International, European, and National regulations, ABSANT CONSULT provides Specialised Civil Aviation Consulting Services to Aerodrome and Heliport Operating Companies, supporting them in obtaining Certification or specific Operating Authorisation for Firefighting operations or other Civil Protection purposes.
ABSANT CONSULT work is based on the technical standards of the Civil Aviation industry, referred below, supplementing these with best practices and those published by the relevant Aeronautical Authorities of the countries of its potential clients:
• International standards published by ICAO,
• European standards published by the EU, EASA, and ECAC;
• National standards published by NAAs;
Technical and Operational Services
At ABSANT CONSULT, we provide comprehensive technical and operational support to ensure your Aerodrome or Heliport meets all certification and operational requirements. Consulting services include:
• Assisting with the preparation of up-to-date infrastructure plans, detailing dimensions, markings, and lighting;
• For Heliports: Conducting updated surveys of approach and departure paths, in full compliance with ICAO Annex 14, Volumes I and II and European Regulations;
• For Aerodromes: Supporting updated surveys of obstacle limitation surfaces, in accordance with ICAO Annex 14, Volume I and European Regulations;
• Developing customised Aerodrome and Heliport Manuals, tailored for Certification or Operating Authorisations;
• Developing Safety and Compliance Manuals, where required;
• Management of Pedagogical Quality in Training;
• Developing AFIS (Aerodrome Flight Information Service) Manuals;
• Safety Risk Management;
• Management of the Compliance / Operational Quality Assurance Programme;
• Development of Compliance, Safety, and Security Audits and Inspections;
• Designing and implementing Aerodrome and Heliport Security Programmes aligned with Regulations and operational needs;
• Establishing, documenting and maintaining a robust Security Culture;
• Developing tailored Emergency Plans for Aerodromes and Heliports;
• Producing Rescue and Firefighting Services Procedures Manual;
• Planning, conducting and reporting on Full-Scale Exercises;
• Operational Reorganisation Solutions.
Once certification or operating authorisation is obtained, ABSANT CONSULT continues to support your Aeronautical infrastructure by managing the ongoing implementation and documentation of Safety, Compliance, and Security processes.