Study Analysis of the Factors Causing Minimal Apron-Side Supervision on the Performance of Apron Movement Control (AMC) Personnel at Haluoleo Kendari Class 1 Airport

Abstract

Effective apron-side supervision is essential for maintaining operational safety and discipline at airports. This study
aims to identify and analyze the factors contributing to minimal supervision of Apron Movement Control (AMC)
personnel at Haluoleo Kendari Class 1 Airport. Inadequate oversight has been linked to increased operational
disruptions, reduced discipline, and irregular movements of aircraft and Ground Support Equipment (GSE). The urgency
of this research is driven by the need to align supervision practices with national aviation standards, particularly
Regulation No. KP 038 of 2017 issued by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation.
A qualitative descriptive method was applied, involving direct observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation
during an On the Job Training (OJT) program conducted from January to February 2025. Triangulation was used to
validate findings, focusing on the actual conditions faced by AMC personnel in executing apron supervision. The
analysis explored both structural and procedural aspects affecting oversight effectiveness.
The study identified four key challenges: the absence of Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) systems for monitoring,
insufficient AMC staffing relative to apron size, weak coordination among supporting units such as ground handling,
and the lack of standardized supervision procedures. These limitations hinder effective oversight and compromise
safety. Recommendations include installing CCTV across the apron, increasing AMC personnel, improving inter-unit
coordination, updating procedures in line with KP 038/2017, and conducting regular training and briefings to enhance
apron operations.