Safety of electrical supplies to aircraft and aviation facilities
Published: 12.08.2009
During 2006 it became apparent that there was uncertainty regarding the regulatory framework for, and oversight of, aviation electrical work and systems supplying power to aircraft.
In response, the Ministry of Economic Development (MED), working closely with the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) and industry groups, established the Aviation Electrical Supplies Steering Committee (AESSC).
AESSC’s objective is to lead the identification and development of safe practices for the management of hazards, associated with electrical supplies to aircraft and aviation workshops, and to recommend any regulatory changes required.
AESSC is made up of representatives of government agencies with regulatory oversight responsibilities, and organisations representing the aviation industry responsible for the delivery of safe outcomes.
AESSC’s primary work to date has been to oversee the development of a consultants document. AESSC’s intention is that the document could form the basis for developing performance requirements, and a suitable means of compliance, for the proper and safe management of electricity supplies to aircraft and aircraft maintenance.
Public submissions close at 12 noon on Monday 21 September 2009.
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