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Technical Programs Division

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Some of the following material originates with an organization not subject to the Official Languages Act and is available on this site in the language in which it was written.

Technical Programs engineering staff provide specialized engineering expertise, products, services, advice and support to Civil Aviation clients within Transport Canada and strive to improve and promote technical excellence and co-operation respecting safety and cost-effectiveness within the Canadian aviation community.

The Technical Programs engineering work program encompasses a number of on-going activities to achieve its mandate including: research and development, technical evaluations and assessments, provision of technical documentation, promotion of advances in technology, provision of technical leadership, assistance in the development of regulations/standards, inspection/auditing support and the national/international harmonization of regulations, standards, and procedures.


Our Focus is on:
  • Airfield Pavement Structures (runways, taxiways, aprons) with primary emphasis on safety requirements for their provision, operation and maintenance
Date modified:
2010-07-07