Following the recently concluded Universal Safety Oversight Audit Program (USOAP) on the state of Uganda, Uganda’s Aviation safety system and the entire International Aviation Community has been given a boost of confidence in meeting ICAO standards.
The Universal Safety Oversight Audit Program was carried out on-sight from 6th to 18th September 2023. The Audit was undertaken to evaluate the effectiveness of Uganda’s safety oversight systems against the compliance of the ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs).
In his letter addressed to Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) staff, UCAA’s Director General Mr. Fred K. Bamwesigye noted that at the closing meeting on Septermber 18th 2023, the lead Auditor issued the preliminary results with a score of 72.1%. The results indicated an overall improvement on the safety performance of the state of Uganda, ranking the state above the regional and global average. The Director General reiterated that the score gives confidence to the safety system of Uganda and the entire International Aviation Community in meeting ICAO standards.
The audit team appreciated the good work done in the Certification of Entebbe International Airport and re-certification of Uganda Airlines, among others. Mr. Fred. K. Bamwesigye took the opportunity to congratulate the entire USOAP team who tirelessly prepared for and successfully executed the audit program to its conclusion.
The Director General also thanked the Board, Management and Staff of Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) for the support extended to the USOAP team that was directly involved in the audit activity. He also urged the technical staff to continue and maintain the momentum that was exhibited during the on-site audit with intent to retain the consistency in their oversight roles so as to ensure a robust state oversight in the country.
The team will immediately embark on resolutions of the Audit findings as will be contained in the Collective Action Plans (CAPs). UCAA Director General in his memo to his staff noted that the final report with details will be issued after six months.
