The only industry-approved standards for safe and efficient airport operations, and the reference for the latest ground handling policies and safety guidelines. AHM also includes the only industry-recognized contract template, the Standard Ground Handling Agreement (SGHA).The SGHA allows all stakeholders to:
- Simply select the functions of the ground handling services required between the parties
- Conduct efficient negoations that start on a level playing field
By applying these standards, organizations benefit from:
- Enhanced safety performance
- Access to the best practices, reviewed, discussed and approved by fellow industry professionals from airlines, ground service providers and manufacturers
The AHM covers a range of subjects as follows, for a more detailed view, please refer to the upcoming 37th edition
table of contents(pdf)
AHM Numbers & Category
001–099: General
100–199: Passenger Handling
200–299: Baggage Handling
300–399: Cargo/Mail Handling
400–499: Aircraft Handling and Loading
500–599: Load Control
600–699: Management and Safety
700–799: Aircraft Movement Control
800–899: Ground Handling Agreements (SGHA)
900–999: Airport Handling Ground Support Equipment Specifications
1000–1099: Environmental Specifications for Ground Handling Operations
1100-1199: Ground Operation Training Program (new in 37th edition)