Introduction

Cartography is the study and practice of making maps. Combining science, aesthetics, and technique, cartography builds on the premise that reality can be modeled in ways that communicate spatial information effectively.
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The introduction of Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) into Annex 15 “Aeronautical Information Services” (AIS), doc 8697 aeronautical chart manual, and annex 4 aeronautical charts related to aeronautical charts led to significant challenges for States in achieving compliance. These challenges are wide-reaching in scope and relate to technical, institutional, and implementation aspects. In order to facilitate their implementation, AIM Sri Lanka formed AIM Cartography/GIS unit to address these issues.

Cartography Unit Sri Lanka

The Airport & Aviation Services (S.L) (Private) Ltd (AASL) under the delegated authority of DGCA Sri Lanka provides a range of Aeronautical Charts for use by all types of Civil Aviation. The AIS of AASL produces the charts which are part of the AIP. Other charts suitable for pre-flight planning and briefing are available for reference at the AIS Flight Briefing Units of KATUNAYAKE/Bandaranaike Intl. Airport Colombo, MATTALA/Mattala Rajapaksa Intl. Airport, and RATMALANA / Colombo Intl. Airport Ratmalana. The Charts are produced in accordance with the provisions contained in ICAO documents listed in para 1.2. Differences to the provisions contained in ICAO Annex 4 - Aeronautical Charts are detailed in sub section GEN 1.7.

Applicable ICAO Documents

Annex 4 - Aeronautical Charts

DOC 8168-OPS/611- Aircraft operations. Vol.ii

DOC 8697-AN/889 -Aeronautical Chart Manual.

PURCHASE ARRANGEMENTS

The charts listed under paragraph 5 of this sub section may be obtained (except WAC) on request from: