Salihi Law Office & Legal Services, in aligning its services with both the ICAO standards and the specific mandates of the Somali Civil Aviation Authority (SCAA), demonstrates expertise on two critical fronts: the international standards for aviation and the unique challenges and regulations of the aviation industry in Somalia. Here’s a tailored list of services that cater to both the ICAO and the SCAA:

A) Regulatory Compliance

• Guide clients through the harmonization of ICAO’s Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) with the regulations and policies of the SCAA.
• Ensure compliance with both local (SCAA) and international (ICAO) aviation regulations.

B) Licensing and Certification

• Assist clients in obtaining the necessary licenses and certifications, adhering to both ICAO standards and specific SCAA requirements.

C) Safety and Security Oversight

• Prepare and guide clients on adhering to ICAO’s Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme (USOAP) and Universal Security Audit Programme (USAP) while also understanding the specific oversight programs of the SCAA.
• Aid in the implementation of the State Safety Program (SSP) and Safety Management Systems (SMS) following guidelines from both entities.

D) Air Transport and Navigation

• Clarify air transport regulations in line with ICAO policies and the specific mandates of the SCAA.
• Offer guidance on airspace management and air navigation services within Somalia.

E) Aerodrome Operations and Management

• Assist in the establishment, operation, and management of aerodromes compliant with both ICAO standards, such as Annex 14, and SCAA provisions.

F) Aircraft Operations

• Advise on the operational aspects of aircraft, covering maintenance, airworthiness, and crew requirements, ensuring alignment with both ICAO and SCAA mandates.

G) Litigation and Dispute Resolution

• Represent clients in aviation-related disputes, whether pertaining to international agreements in line with ICAO or specific Somali domestic matters under the SCAA.

H) Training and Capacity Building

• Conduct training programs and workshops catering to both ICAO’s international standards and the SCAA’s localized requirements.

I) Environmental Compliance

• Provide guidance on environmental and emissions standards, based on ICAO’s CORSIA, and any particular environmental provisions put forth by the SCAA.

J) Consumer Protection and Passenger Rights

• Assist airlines in understanding and adhering to both ICAO and SCAA regulations concerning passenger rights and consumer protection.

K) Local Insights and Government Relations

• Help clients navigate the political and socio-economic landscape of Somalia, ensuring efficient interactions with the SCAA, and staying updated with changes in ICAO regulations and standards.

L) Security Measures

• Guarantee that security measures satisfy the stringent requirements of both ICAO and the particular challenges and threats inherent in the Somali context, as dictated by the SCAA.