Mission
ACI advances the collective interests of, and acts as the voice of the world’s airports and the communities they serve, and promotes professional excellence in airport management and operations.
Objectives and Roles
Maximize the contributions of airports to maintaining and developing a safe, secure,
environmentally compatible and efficient air transport system;
Achieve cooperation among all segments of the aviation industry and their stakeholders as well
as with governments and international organizations;
Influence international and national legislation, rules, policies, standards and practices based
on established policies representing airports’ interests and priorities;
Advance the development of the aviation system by enhancing public awareness of the economic
and social importance of airport development;
Maximize cooperation and mutual assistance among airports;
Provide members with industry knowledge, advice and assistance, and foster professional
excellence in airport management and operations;
Build ACI’s worldwide organizational capacity and resources to serve all members effectively
and efficiently.
The ACI Fund for Airports in Developing Nations is an international non-profit organization, without political affiliation, founded in 1993. Its objective is to assist airports in developing countries, particularly with regard to training and human resource development. Although an independent legal entity, the ACI Fund is an integral part of ACI’s global programmes and services.
The ACI Fund is governed by the Fund Council, which is comprised of the founders and up to nine airport managers, with representation from all ACI regions.
ACI Fund Activities
Organising seminars or training courses for airport mangers in developing countries, in collaboration with host airports.
Some of the training courses offered include seminars on: airport management, aerodrome certification, wildlife management, aerodrome security and safety management systems.