NATIONAL AVIATION SAFETY SUMMIT (AIRBUS & KCAA)
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The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) recently partnered with Airbus for a transformative two-day National Aviation Safety Summit, marking a significant milestone in the country's aviation safety journey. The event saw the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between KCAA and the Aircraft Accidents Investigation Department (AAID), a crucial step in enhancing collaboration for improving aviation safety. In addition, the summit officially launched the National Aviation Safety Plan (NASP), aligned with the International Civil Aviation Organization's (ICAO) Global Aviation Safety Plan (GASP), reinforcing the commitment to global aviation safety standards. The summit also provided a platform for in-depth discussions on pivotal topics such as safety culture, mental health in aviation, and the importance of safety data processing and analysis. Dr. Alexandar Mkwizu, from the East African Community Civil Aviation Safety and Security Oversight Agency (EAC CASSOA), led a key session on mental health in aviation, highlighting its critical role in ensuring the well-being of aviation professionals. The summit's successful conclusion underscores KCAA's ongoing dedication to advancing safety solutions in the aviation industry.