ICAO Doc 8335:2022

This manual provides States and operators with detailed guidance concerning the establishment and maintenance of safe, regular and efficient international commercial air transport operations in accordance with the provisions of the Convention on International Civil Aviation and its associated Annexes. The manual outlines the duties and responsibilities of both the State of the Operator and the operator and recognizes their interdependence in maintaining acceptable standards of operation and safe operating practices. The organization, administration and procedures required for inspection, certification and continuing safety oversight of operators are outlined, including the establishment of a safety oversight system within the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).

The manual also includes examples and references to detailed requirements prescribed by some States. A State may find it advantageous to adopt the detailed requirements of another State that has already established comprehensive operations certification and inspection procedures consistent with the guidance material in this manual.

The primary emphasis of the sixth edition is to provide further details and clarifications related to safety management, qualifications of the inspectors, surveillance programmes and Article 83 bis agreement summary.