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relevant entities, said a statement from GCAA.

It marks a critical development in investigation methodologies by enabling investigators to consult
experts in forensic medicine and aviation medicine to analyse the health status of flight crew members
as one of the investigative aspects.

This is in addition to other elements related to the aircraft’s condition, flight operations and human
factors. Together, these analyses integrate to yield the most precise conclusions regarding the causes
of accidents and the contributing factors, it stated.

"The adoption of this protocol, designed to provide more enablers for fostering a safer and more
sustainable aviation environment, reflects our commitment to the wise leadership's directives to
enhance aviation safety and develop innovative tools to improve air accident investigations and
prevent their recurrence," remarked Al Marri.

"We take pride in the advanced status of the UAE in aviation security and safety, as well as its swift
and sophisticated capabilities in dealing with air incidents," he stated.

Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, the Director-General of the GCAA, said the protocol, with its policies and
procedures developed in co-ordination and collaboration with the relevant entities in the country,
represents a qualitative leap in the field of air accident investigations.

"It establishes a culture of multidisciplinary cooperation and strengthens joint national efforts to ensure
the application of the best global standards in the aviation sector, identifying the causes of air
accidents and preventing their recurrence," he noted.

Captain Aysha Mohammed Al Hamil, the Assistant Director-General in Air Accident Investigations,
said: "This protocol is a valuable technical development that enhances the effectiveness of
investigations by incorporating advanced forensic methods."

"By utilising the expertise available in the UAE, we aim to build a more accurate and efficient
investigations framework that helps identify accident causes and prevent their recurrence," she noted.

The protocol emphasises the importance of collaboration between public and private sector entities,
contributing to the long-term safety and sustainability of aviation, while reinforcing the UAE's position
in the global aviation community, she added.-TradeArabia News Service

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