Who ultimately oversees the airside operation compliance?

The Authority Duty Manager is responsible for the oversight of airside operations compliance at the airport. This role is integral because the Authority Duty Manager coordinates and manages all activities related to airport operations, ensuring that all protocols and regulations are followed. This includes monitoring safety standards and coordinating responses to any incidents that may arise on the airside.

The Authority Duty Manager acts as a central point of authority for maintaining compliance with relevant policies and procedures, which is essential for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the airport's airside environment. By overseeing day-to-day operations, the Authority Duty Manager can swiftly address any compliance issues that arise, promoting a culture of operational integrity and safety.

While the airport director typically has a broader oversight role that encompasses the entire airport’s operation, including land and passenger services, the specific responsibility for airside operations compliance falls to the Authority Duty Manager. Other roles, like the ground operations manager, may focus on specific aspects of operations but do not have the overarching authority or responsibility for compliance on the airside.