International Civil Aviation Organization

The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), an agency of the United Nations, develops the principles and techniques of international air navigation and fosters the planning and development of international air transport to ensure safe and orderly growth.

Related Topics:
United Nations - Air transport

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The ICAO Council adopts standards and recommended practices concerning air navigation, prevention of unlawful interference, and facilitation of border-crossing procedures for international civil aviation.

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In addition, the ICAO defines the protocols for air accident investigation followed by transport safety authorities in countries signatory to the Convention on International Civil Aviation, commonly known as the Chicago Convention. See NTSB, TSB, AAIB, BFU, and BEA.

Related Topics:
Air accident investigation - Convention on International Civil Aviation - Chicago Convention - NTSB - TSB - AAIB - BFU - BEA

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Its headquarters are located in the Quartier International of Montreal, Canada.

Related Topics:
Quartier International - Montreal - Canada

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The ICAO should not be confused with the International Air Transport Association (IATA), a trade organization for airlines also headquartered in Montreal.

Related Topics:
International Air Transport Association - Airline

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