The civil aviation landscape in the Democratic Republic of Congo is changing, with close collaboration between the Regulatory Authority for Subcontracting in the Private Sector (ARSP) and the Civil Aviation Authority (AAC). ). A recent meeting between the Director General of ARSP, the Honorable Miguel Kashal Katemb, and the Director General of AAC helped clear up misunderstandings and strengthen cooperation between the two institutions.
During this meeting, the Director General of the AAC underlined that the relations between the two entities are solid. He highlighted the misuse of correspondence sent to airlines, which should not oppose the control initiated by the ARSP for the strict application of subcontracting rules in the aviation sector. He believes that it is necessary to respect the regulatory controls of civil aviation and not to oppose the control missions of others.
For his part, the Director General of the ARSP launched an appeal for the collaboration of all the companies which are still reluctant to accept the controls. He pointed out that outsourcing concerns all sectors of the national economy, including aviation. It is important to identify subcontractors and ensure that they comply with applicable law.
In parallel to this collaboration between the regulatory authorities, some subcontracting companies in the civil aviation sector in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have expressed their concern about the non-compliance with the law on subcontracting by airlines. Contrary to international practices, where related activities are entrusted to subcontracting companies, in Congolese airports, handling (handling of aircraft on the ground) and maintenance on board aircraft are carried out by the companies themselves. This jeopardizes subcontracting companies and their survival.
Faced with these concerns, the Director General of the ARSP has undertaken to get personally involved in enforcing the law on subcontracting in the aviation sector. Steps have already been taken to organize a working meeting with the authorities of the aviation sector in order to find solutions and ensure compliance with the legal provisions.
In conclusion, the collaboration between the ARSP and the AAC in the civil aviation sector in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is essential to ensure compliance with the rules of subcontracting. It is crucial to identify the subcontractors and to ensure that they comply with the laws in force. This collaboration enhances the transparency and efficiency of the aviation sector, thus contributing to the economic development of the country