Legislation Details
- Full Title: Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Introduction and Amendment of Certain Operations and Air Navigation Fees at the General Civil Aviation Authority
- Law Type: Cabinet Resolution
- Law Number: No. (23) of 2006
- Issued Date: 01 Jul 2006
- Effective Date: 01 Jun 2006
- Official Gazette: No. 451
- Sector: Finance and Banking
- Status: Active
- Number of Articles: 6
- Chapters/Parts: 0
- Amendments: 1
Summary
This Cabinet Resolution introduces and amends certain operations and air navigation fees to be collected by the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) in the UAE. The purpose is to regulate the fees charged for various aviation-related activities, such as aircraft certification, airworthiness certificates, and air navigation services. This legislation is important for businesses and individuals involved in the aviation industry in the UAE, as it outlines the specific fees they must pay to the GCAA for operating in the country's airspace and utilizing its aviation infrastructure. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Introduction and Amendment of Certain Operations and Air Navigation Fees at the General Civil Aviation Authority, 2006, Art. 1-3)
What is the scope and purpose of this law?
The scope of this Cabinet Resolution is to introduce and amend certain operations and air navigation fees to be collected by the GCAA. It applies to various aviation-related activities, including aircraft certification, airworthiness certificates, maintenance station licensing, aviation training centers, general aviation activities, and air navigation services. The purpose is to regulate the fees charged by the GCAA for these activities in order to support the development and operation of the UAE's civil aviation infrastructure. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Introduction and Amendment of Certain Operations and Air Navigation Fees at the General Civil Aviation Authority, 2006, Art. 1)
What are the key definitions under this law?
The Cabinet Resolution does not provide any specific definitions. It focuses on outlining the various fees to be collected by the GCAA without defining any key legal terms. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Introduction and Amendment of Certain Operations and Air Navigation Fees at the General Civil Aviation Authority, 2006)
What are the main obligations and requirements?
The main obligations and requirements under this Cabinet Resolution are:
- Payment of type certificate validation fees for different categories of aircraft, ranging from AED 200,000 to AED 400,000 (Art. 1(1))
- Payment of aircraft certification fees from the manufacturer, ranging from AED 30,000 to AED 60,000 (Art. 1(2))
- Payment of annual airworthiness certificate fees for foreign companies based in the UAE, up to a maximum of AED 200,000 per aircraft (Art. 1(3))
- Payment of annual licensing fees for international line/base maintenance stations and organizations, ranging from AED 10,000 to AED 50,000 (Art. 1(4))
- Payment of a one-time fee of AED 50,000 for aviation training centers (Art. 1(5))
- Payment of a one-time fee of AED 1,000 for general aviation activities (Art. 1(6))
- Payment of a fee of AED 500 for the validation of licenses and temporary authorizations (Art. 1(7))
- Payment of air navigation service fees for aircraft overflying the UAE's airspace without using its airports, ranging from USD 217 to USD 392 based on the aircraft's maximum take-off weight (Art. 1(8))
(Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Introduction and Amendment of Certain Operations and Air Navigation Fees at the General Civil Aviation Authority, 2006, Art. 1)
What licensing, registration, or approval requirements exist?
The Cabinet Resolution does not specify any licensing, registration, or approval requirements. It focuses on outlining the various fees to be collected by the GCAA for different aviation-related activities. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Introduction and Amendment of Certain Operations and Air Navigation Fees at the General Civil Aviation Authority, 2006)
What rights and protections does this law provide?
The Cabinet Resolution does not provide any specific rights or protections. It is focused on the introduction and amendment of fees to be collected by the GCAA. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Introduction and Amendment of Certain Operations and Air Navigation Fees at the General Civil Aviation Authority, 2006)
Which authorities or bodies are responsible for enforcement?
The Cabinet Resolution states that "All concerned authorities shall implement the provisions of this Resolution" (Art. 3), indicating that the GCAA and other relevant government entities are responsible for enforcing the fees outlined in this legislation. However, the Resolution does not provide any further details on the specific roles and powers of these authorities. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Introduction and Amendment of Certain Operations and Air Navigation Fees at the General Civil Aviation Authority, 2006, Art. 3)
What are the penalties for non-compliance?
The Cabinet Resolution does not specify any penalties for non-compliance with the fees outlined in the legislation. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Introduction and Amendment of Certain Operations and Air Navigation Fees at the General Civil Aviation Authority, 2006)
What fees, charges, or financial provisions are specified?
The Cabinet Resolution specifies the following fees and charges:
- Type certificate validation fees ranging from AED 200,000 to AED 400,000 (Art. 1(1))
- Aircraft certification fees from the manufacturer ranging from AED 30,000 to AED 60,000 (Art. 1(2))
- Annual airworthiness certificate fees for foreign companies based in the UAE, up to a maximum of AED 200,000 per aircraft (Art. 1(3))
- Annual licensing fees for international line/base maintenance stations and organizations, ranging from AED 10,000 to AED 50,000 (Art. 1(4))
- A one-time fee of AED 50,000 for aviation training centers (Art. 1(5))
- A one-time fee of AED 1,000 for general aviation activities (Art. 1(6))
- A fee of AED 500 for the validation of licenses and temporary authorizations (Art. 1(7))
- Air navigation service fees for aircraft overflying the UAE's airspace without using its airports, ranging from USD 217 to USD 392 based on the aircraft's maximum take-off weight (Art. 1(8))
(Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Introduction and Amendment of Certain Operations and Air Navigation Fees at the General Civil Aviation Authority, 2006, Art. 1)
What exemptions or exceptions apply?
The Cabinet Resolution does not specify any exemptions or exceptions to the fees outlined in the legislation. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Introduction and Amendment of Certain Operations and Air Navigation Fees at the General Civil Aviation Authority, 2006)
How are disputes resolved under this law?
The Cabinet Resolution does not provide any information on dispute resolution mechanisms. It focuses solely on the introduction and amendment of fees to be collected by the GCAA. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Introduction and Amendment of Certain Operations and Air Navigation Fees at the General Civil Aviation Authority, 2006)
What are the key deadlines and time limits?
The Cabinet Resolution specifies the following key deadlines and time limits:
- The validation of licenses and temporary authorizations shall be valid for three months and is renewable once for a further three months (Art. 1(7))
- The air navigation service fees for aircraft overflying the UAE's airspace without using its airports shall be effective from 01/06/2006 (Art. 1(8))
(Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Introduction and Amendment of Certain Operations and Air Navigation Fees at the General Civil Aviation Authority, 2006, Art. 1(7-8))
How does this law interact with other UAE legislation?
The Cabinet Resolution references the following related UAE legislation:
- The Constitution
- Federal Law No. (1) of 1972 Regarding the Competences of Ministries and Powers of Ministers, as amended
- Federal Law No. (20) of 1991 Promulgating the Civil Aviation Law
- Federal Law No. (4) of 1996 Establishing the General Civil Aviation Authority, as amended
- Federal Law No. (10) of 2006 Regarding the Connection of the Federal General Budget and the Budgets of Independent and Affiliated Entities for the Fiscal Year 2006
- Cabinet Resolution No. (164/21) of 2006 Regarding the Introduction and Amendment of Operations and Air Navigation Fees in the Field of Licensing and Airworthiness at the General Civil Aviation Authority
However, the Cabinet Resolution does not specify how it interacts with or amends these other laws. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Introduction and Amendment of Certain Operations and Air Navigation Fees at the General Civil Aviation Authority, 2006)
When did this law come into effect?
The Cabinet Resolution states that it shall enter into force as of 01/06/2006 (Art. 3). It was published in the Official Gazette No. 451 on 19/07/2006. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Introduction and Amendment of Certain Operations and Air Navigation Fees at the General Civil Aviation Authority, 2006, Art. 3)
Source Documents
This article analyses Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Introduction and Amendment of Certain Operations and Air Navigation Fees at the General Civil Aviation Authority for legal research and educational purposes. For the purpose of interpretation and application, reference must be made to the original Arabic text. In case of conflict, the Arabic text prevails. This does not constitute legal advice.