The EurAsian Civil Aviation Conference (EACAC) was established during the 1st meeting of the Civil Aviation Authorities of the Republic of Armenia, the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, the Republic of Tajikistan, the Republic of Uzbekistan in Almaty, Kazakhstan on November 5, 2024 with Mongolia as an Observer.
The primary objective of EACAC is to provide a framework for Civil Aviation Authorities of Member States to cooperate and coordinate activities to develop civil aviation in the region.
The conference acts as a consultative body, with its conclusions, recommendations, and resolutions subject to approval by each of the Civil Aviation Authorities of the Member States.
EACAC is guided by the principles of mutual respect, independence, equality and mutual benefit, the resolution of all issues through consultations, and non-interference in internal affairs.
EACAC cognizant of the geographical and socio-economic interests of its Member States would allow the aviation authorities of the participating States to effectively interact in the exchange of experience, knowledge and best practices in terms of safety, security, facilitation, development of unmanned aircraft, training of aviation personnel and sustainable development. It creates a platform for discussion and formulation of decisions on problematic issues while preparing for future challenges.
Activities of EACAC
Enhancing regional collaboration and offering reciprocal support.
Developing and enacting common policies and procedures to enhance flight safety, aviation security, formalities simplification, sustainable growth, and unmanned aviation for the efficient progression of civil aviation.
Coordinating and executing international civil aviation standards and recommended practices at a regional scale.
Bolstering the aviation capabilities and global presence of Member states in the international aviation sector.
Offering technical assistance and engaging in the professional training of aviation staff, along with establishing a unified technical resource “pool” within the region.
Benefits enjoyed by Civil Aviation Conferences
Increased regional integration
Pooling of resources and expertise
Common policies and regional best practices
Enhanced international representation and coordination
Enhanced economic Development
Enhanced inter-regional cooperation etc.
Political
Representation and enhanced participation in ICAO
Representation of regional interests
Advancing the Conferences’ agenda
Increased power of negotiation with States and the Industry
Technical
Pool of resources
Participation/representation in the technical aviation groups
Integration of regional best practices
Inter-regional cooperation
Economy of scale
Socio-economic development
Member States
Membership is open to States located in the EurAsian region, encompassing Central Asia, the Caucasus, and neighboring areas.
Every Member State shall possess an equal entitlement to representation at the meetings of the Conference’s bodies.
No individual shall act as a representative for more than one State.
EACAC Headquarters
The Headquarters of EACAC is in Astana, Kazakhstan.