AMROBA scores the Government on Aviation progress after 12 months since election.
We all know aviation is a delicate subject, but it has been subject to three reviews in past 18-months, which all point to a failing system, yet the recently resigned DAS [McCormick] in his last gasp [monthly missive] to the industry again tries to justify his presence. This just gives a “head in the sand” view that nothing is wrong.
BUT problems shown in:
- Senate Review of PelAir;
- ASRR – David Forsyth;
- Senate – Mislead Parliament;
- ATSB – review by Canadian TSB
And still no definitive action by the Minister
AMROBA obviously does not agree at all, as shown below.
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AMROBA score Minister Truss at 23% – FAIL
Quote:
When the Coalition won the last election, there was great support from the aviation industry for what the LNP promulgated as the Coalition Aviation Policy. In the Policy they included a Plan. The following is AMROBA score, out of ten, of government’s achievement against each of their policy promises. Total 37/160 Not very good. Not many items have started. The Government’s Plan 1.Abolish the Carbon Tax- The Coalition will abolish the carbon tax. 2. Establish Formal Industry Consultation with the Minister- The Coalition will establish a formal Aviation Industry Consultative Council that will meet on a regular basis with the Minister to discuss matters of concern to the broader aviation industry and ensure that the industry’s views have a forum for discussion and development. 3. Ensure Best Practice in Aviation Safety is Maintained-The Coalition will establish an external review of aviation safety and regulation in Australia. 4. Reform the Structure of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA)- The Coalition will seek to enhance CASA’s abilities to function as Australia’s key aviation safety regulator. a. Strategic direction – Enhancing CASA’s capability as Australia’s aviation safety regulator must start with establishing a firm strategic direction for the organisation. Score: 0/10 ASRR recommendation also identified changes needed. b. CASA board – CASA’s board has been repeatedly established, abandoned and re-established again. c. Industry Complaints Commissioner-The Coalition recognises the importance of having a reliable, robust andtransparent complaints process that is managed in a timely mannerScore: 2/10 ASRR recommendation report to CASA Board 5. Focus on the Better Utilisation of Australian Airspace-The Coalition will task Airservices Australia with fast-tracking technological improvements at airports where they are supported by both airlines and airports and will have a significant impact on the reliability of the aviation network, or where it will lessen the impact of aircraft noise.Score: 2/10 No info available
Score: 4/10 Some changes introduced 7. Recognise the Importance of Our Airports – The Coalition reaffirms our commitment that airports must be dedicated to providing aviation services and other developments on site should not be approved if they compromise the current or future aviation operations of the airport. a. Regional aerodrome weather services -The Coalition acknowledges the benefits that aerodrome weather servicesprovide in regional communities, not just for aviation but also for local weatherforecasting and for use by emergency services personnel.Score: 0/10 b. Sydney Airport – If elected, the Coalition will make a decision on the site for a second Sydney Airport in the first term of government. Score: 10/10 Decision has been made
Score: 1/10 Some consideration to changes September 2014 Ken Cannane AMROBA AMROBA – Safety all around | Australia’s aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul industry Safety All Around. |
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