Open Data Policy
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Definitions
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Policy Overview
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Open Data Policy Purpose
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Application area
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Terms and Conditions for Re-Using the Open Data
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User Responsibilities
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GCAA’s Responsibilities
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Additional Information for Users
GCAA: General Civil Aviation Authority, established in 1996 by Federal Cabinet Decree (Law 4) to regulate Civil Aviation and provide designated aviation services.
Open Data: : Data that is made available for anyone to use, reuse, redistribute, or share without restrictions. The user may be asked to provide proper attribution to the source or comply with specific requirements (e.g., copyleft licenses).
User Data: Any individual or entity that uses the data provided by the GCAA.
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) aims to adopt open data principles, reflecting its commitment to continuous development and transparency. This policy facilitates providing essential data and information to clients and stakeholders in a clear and accessible manner, enabling innovation, improving services, and contributing to new products, applications, and services that benefit the public.
The UAE's Open Data strategy aligns with the federal government's vision to offer transparent and accessible services. This policy clarifies how GCAA manages open data on its website, ensuring compliance with relevant legal, privacy, and operational considerations.
The policy also aims to:
Encourage transparency and stakeholder engagement.
Promote innovation and the creation of new services through open access to data.
Establish clear guidelines for using, reusing, and redistributing GCAA data.
This policy applies to data published on the General Civil Aviation Authority’s website. The policy is dynamic and may evolve over time in response to regulatory updates or evolving needs as per UAE e-government initiatives.
This data is made available under the
Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0), meaning the following terms and conditions apply to its use:
Attribution: When you use, distribute, or adapt the data, you must provide appropriate credit to the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA). This includes:
A clear acknowledgment of the source of the data (e.g., “Data provided by GCAA").
A link to the original dataset or the GCAA website where the data was accessed.
A statement indicating any changes made to the data, if applicable.
Non-Misleading Use: You may not use the data in a manner that could mislead others about the source or the authenticity of the data. The integrity of the data must be maintained
Prohibited Use: You must not use the data for:
Political or illegal activities.
Activities that promote racial or discriminatory behavior.
Incitement of violence or actions that could harm the culture, traditions, or equality of the community.
No Liability:
GCAA is not liable for any damages or losses arising from the use or misuse of the open data, including but not limited to loss of income, data corruption, or system failure.
Users assume full responsibility for their use of the open data and acknowledge that GCAA does not guarantee the accuracy or timeliness of the data provided.
No Guarantee of Updates:
GCAA makes no guarantee that the data will be updated continuously, especially when it is based on forecasts or assumptions that may change over time.
GCAA is not liable for any discrepancies between the actual data and the predicted data.
Legal Disclaimer:
The data published is for informational purposes only. In the event of discrepancies, the official printed version maintained by GCAA will take precedence over any electronic or online versions.
GCAA disclaims any implied warranties regarding the data's accuracy, completeness, or fitness for any particular purpose.
Users of the open data are responsible for:
Ensuring the correct and lawful use of the data in accordance with this policy.
Maintaining the integrity of the data when reusing or redistributing it.
Taking due care to prevent any misuse or errors arising from data modification or misrepresentation.
GCAA provides data to the public but does not guarantee its continuous availability or accuracy over time.
GCAA is not responsible for any consequences (financial, reputational, or otherwise) arising from the use of the open data.
Data is made available in easily accessible formats online.
Users should be able to view the file types, sizes, and estimated download times for each dataset on the website.
Users have the right to express opinions or provide feedback on the data.