Capacity Development

ICAO helps Member States build the professional, institutional, and operational capabilities needed for safe, secure, and sustainable aviation systems. Through assessments, technical cooperation, and partnerships, we support stronger regulatory frameworks, modernized infrastructure, and skilled aviation professionals.

Our approach is tailored, collaborative, and aligned with national priorities and ICAO’s Strategic Goals. Whether enhancing safety oversight, improving environmental performance, or expanding air connectivity, ICAO’s capacity development efforts are designed to deliver lasting impact and enable States to meet their international obligations effectively.

Implementing ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices

ICAO works with States and partners to meet the challenges of implementing Standards and Recommended Practices, strengthening safety, efficiency, security, and sustainability worldwide. Our goal is to strengthen the safety, efficiency, security, and sustainability of aviation worldwide, ensuring that no country is left behind.

We provide advanced technical project support and quality assurance services to a wide range of stakeholders that include governments, Civil Aviation Authorities, Air Navigation Service Providers, airports, customs and border control agencies, and other UN organizations.

Our approach combines regulatory compliance with global best practices, while adapting solutions to the operational realities of each client. Every project is guided by ICAO’s quality assurance framework, which emphasizes thorough planning at the design stage, consistent oversight throughout implementation, and the achievement of measurable results.

Our Services Focus On:

Specialized Technical Expertise – Providing tailored support that improves project efficiency, strengthens regulatory alignment, and incorporates leading industry practices.

Robust Quality Management – Applying rigorous quality planning and oversight to ensure that projects meet operational goals and align fully with ICAO’s global and regional Air Navigation Plans, Aviation Safety Plans, and applicable Standards and Recommended Practices.

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