The regulatory functions of the Irish Aviation Authority and the Commission for Aviation Regulation are due to be amalgamated: Aviation Leadership Assignment, DCU, Ireland

Learning Outcomes:-

• Demonstrate an understanding of the principles and characteristics of the aviation environment.
• Evaluate leadership and management performance in real-world aviation case scenarios.
• Critically assess the role of leadership strategies in developing and enhancing a safety culture including, structure and reporting systems in aviation.
• Recognize the role played by management in communications across the breadth of the aviation sector, from stakeholder presentations, through internal staff briefings to crisis communications.
• Take responsibility for research produced, including, efficient time management, working to set deadlines and targets, demonstrating self-discipline, creative thinking, and critical reflections of their own performance.

1. The regulatory functions of the Irish Aviation Authority and the Commission for Aviation Regulation are due to be amalgamated in the near future, with the IAA’s ATC function separately moving to a new company AirNav Ireland. Using your knowledge of leadership theory, aviation change management, and culture, outline how the process can best be conducted.
2. Outline the main requirements needed for the license and for the certificate. What differences – if any – might the forthcoming merger make for companies seeking to operate as an airline in the future?
3. Discuss how the chosen management approach for the merged agency can affect the implementation of the above regulations.