ASECNA stands for Agence pour la Sécurité de la Navigation Aérienne en Afrique et à Madagascar, which translates to Agency for the Safety of Air Navigation in Africa and Madagascar. It is an international organization responsible for ensuring the safety and efficiency of air navigation in its member states in Africa and Madagascar.
ASECNA was established in 1959 and currently comprises 18 member states, including Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo, Côte d'Ivoire, Equatorial Guinea, France (for its overseas territories), Gabon, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Madagascar, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, and Senegal.
The main objective of ASECNA is to provide unified and harmonized air navigation services within its member states. It works towards the standardization, improvement, and modernization of air traffic control and air navigation systems, including communication, navigation, and surveillance. ASECNA also promotes the development of aviation infrastructure, airspace management, and training of personnel in the aviation industry.
The agency aims to enhance air safety, reduce the risk of accidents, improve air traffic management, and ensure the effectiveness of search and rescue operations in its region. It collaborates with regional and international organizations to foster cooperation, exchange of information, and coordination of air traffic control systems.
ASECNA plays a crucial role in enabling safe and efficient air travel in Africa and Madagascar by establishing and maintaining a robust air navigation infrastructure and implementing international standards and best practices.
