WFP AVIATION Mid-Year Report January June 2013

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1 World Food Programme WFP AVIATION Mid-Year Report January June Snapshot Currently, WFP Aviation through UNHAS is operating in Afghanistan, Central African Republic (CAR), Chad, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Ethiopia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Somalia/Kenya, South Sudan (ROSS), Sudan, and Yemen. UNHAS Operations provide access to remote and insecure locations to facilitate the implementation and evaluation of humanitarian interventions in numerous life-saving thematic areas including food security, water and sanitation, protection, health, and recovery among many others. WFP Aviation also continues to cater for the humanitarian communities other air transport needs around the globe via its robust service provision portfolio. KEY HIGHLIGHTS Performance Measurement System: In collaboration with UN counterparts, WFP Aviation is developing a system to indicate the level of access UNHAS provides and its impact on humanitarian assistance to vulnerable populations in a more tangible fashion. Seasonal Interventions: WFP Aviation has augmented its fleet in Chad and South Sudan with helicopters to ensure continuous humanitarian assistance in those countries during the rainy season. Devoid of this measure, affected populations would be cut off in such periods due to impassable roads and inaccessible airfields. Central African Republic: UNHAS CAR continues to play a prominent role in humanitarian efforts in the country, in the wake of political upheavals. Besides being the only safe and available mode of transportation for humanitarian actors to reach beneficiaries, UNHAS also ensures that humanitarian staff may be evacuated in a timely manner in case of a scale up of insecurity. Outreach & Advocacy: WFP Aviation participated in the 2013 Paris Air Show, utilising the platform to increase awareness of humanitarian aviation and to engage stakeholders. Several media interviews were conducted and potential partnerships discussed with several entities. GHAC: WFP Aviation is gearing up to host the 5 th Global Humanitarian Aviation Conference (GHAC), which will take place from the 9-11 October, 2013 in Marrakesh-Morocco. The GHAC, which has become an annual global event, aims at assembling elite aviation innovators, decision-makers and accountable managers to discuss a broad spectrum of pressing aviation safety concerns affecting humanitarian air operations and emerging trends in the Aviation industry. UNHAS : From January to June 2013, UNHAS transported 175,654 passengers and 883 mt of cargo, in comparison to 179,015 passengers and 1,171 mt of cargo in Reassignments: In line with the corporate policy on staff mobility and rotation, WFP Aviation staff will be transferring between various UNHAS operations during the third quarter 2013.

2 ABOUT WFP AVIATION Overview: The provision of access is crucial to implement humanitarian projects and to facilitate direct project management. On the onset of an emergency an effective response is vital. WFP Aviation ensures that humanitarian personnel and goods reach affected populations in a timely manner. Currently, with a fleet of more than 50 aircraft in 13 countries, a well-established structure and substantial passenger turnover, UNHAS has become the primary means of air transport for the global humanitarian community. Approximately 1,300 humanitarian organizations rely on UNHAS to access beneficiaries in some of the world s most inaccessible locations. UNHAS seeks to deliver a cost-efficient and effective service. Cost-efficiency remains at the forefront of all UNHAS operations. However, operational effectiveness, which aims at responding rapidly to emergencies by ensuring that those affected are reached promptly, is vital to WFP and the humanitarian community at large. UNHAS operational costs include the overall management of the operations, namely: staffing, aircraft positioning, ensuring passenger safety and security, and rehabilitating local air transport infrastructure as required. In each country of operation, UNHAS will continue to promote the role of the User Groups, composed of UN agencies, NGOs and other key stakeholders, to better define air transport requirements and priorities, and monitor the quality of service. Furthermore, building capacity among staff, NGOs and key authorities is a major component of UNHAS footprint at the local level. Knowledge transfer of core aviation related disciplines to local authorities fosters reliable air services and paves the way for UNHAS exit. To date, over 1400 people from various entities have been trained. WFP Aviation Services Given its vast experience over the years, WFP Aviation has developed a comprehensive service provision portfolio. While UNHAS makes up 80% of WFP Aviation s core activities, other services provided include: Air Support to WFP Logistics operations: airlifts and airdrops for food delivery for emergency operations Third Party Services: long-term charter of aircraft exclusively to support agencies such as UNDSS and UNHCR, among others. Air Freight Service (AFS): charter of an aircraft for a single or a series of flights strictly for the air transportation of cargo UN agencies, NGOs and/or donors Executive Passenger Service (EPS): the air transportation of VIP passengers

3 2013 COUNTRIES SERVED IN 2013 Afghanistan Chad CAR DRC Ethiopia Mali Mauritania Niger Somalia Kenya South Sudan Sudan Yemen a total of 13 countries served on average 50 chartered aircraft per month estimated total of 270 destinations served on average 170 aircraft movements per day on average 29,276 passengers per month on average 3,202 hours flown per month on average 147 mt of cargo per month estimated total of 1,300 agencies served DONOR CONTRIBUTIONS IN 2013 USA DG ECHO CERF UNHCR UK Japan Spain France Ireland Finland Switzerland Canada Germany Luxembourg Sweden

4 UNHAS GLOBAL NETWORK 2013 DONOR ENGAGEMENT WFP Aviation continues to engage the donor commu2013 DONOR CONTRIBUTIONS IN % OF TOTAL nity in UNHAS operations, 0.27% France both the field level and 7.84% Sweden representatives in HQs/ 0.75% Multilateral capitals. Since January 0.14% Luxembourg 3.43% 2013, several meetings Germany 3.82% Canada have been held with exist0.77% Switzerland ing UNHAS donors, and 1.34% Finland potential supporters, with 0.67% Ireland the aim to foster financial 0.73% Spain 8.26% sustainability. This will Japan 3.17% UK help ensure that UNHAS 2.58% UNHCR can continue to provide 16.26% DG ECHO uninterrupted access to 25.44% CERF vulnerable and fragile 24.54% USA communities so that hu0.00% 5.00% 10.00% 15.00% 20.00% 25.00% manitarian entities can systematically provide life-saving assistance % Efforts to engage new donors, both government donors and private sector entities continue to yield positive results. For instance, as of June 2013, the government of France has become an official UNHAS donor. WFP Aviation continues to leverage engagement platforms, such as the Paris Air Show and the upcoming WFP Aviation organized 5th Global Humanitarian Aviation Conference, to raise awareness of humanitarian aviation among stakeholders.

5 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW AND RESOURCE SITUATION JANUARY JUNE 2013 UNHAS OPERATIONS FINANCIAL OVERVIEW * Country 2013 Budget approved or estimated Monthly costs Funds carried forward estimated Contributions registered in 2013 Estimated cost recovery Contributions Required Forecasted contributions Additional needs from donors Afghanistan 18,908,163 1,575, ,602,561 4,500,000 4,805,602 2,277,313 2,528,289 CAR 7,638, , ,000 4,620, ,000 2,217,477 1,518, ,337 Chad 21,321,468 1,776,789 2,360,518 9,165, ,795,852 3,758,080 6,037,772 DRC 22,000,519 1,833,377 3,000,000 11,828,608 4,400,104 2,771, ,771,807 Ethiopia 9,502, ,862 1,500,000 1,510,000 1,425,351 5,066,990 2,955,154 2,111,836 Niger 7,932, ,036 1,294,554 2,327,254 1,586,487 2,724,138 1,020,634 1,703,504 Mali 6,516, , ,378 3,240, ,435 1,774,160 1,214, ,647 Mauritania 6,725, , ,000 3,255,943 2,969,565 1,573,016 1,396,549 Somalia 35,492,851 2,957,738 7,000,000 1,778,968 14,000,000 12,713,883 1,000,000 11,713,883 Sudan 30,709,549 2,559,129 4,769,582 18,086,000 4,800,000 3,053, ,053,967 South Sudan 35,392,941 2,949, ,551 14,343,590 16,380,000 4,113, ,113,800 Emergency Response 6,525, , ,000,000 3,525,395 1,308,900 2,216,495 Yemen 1,604, , , , ,000 15,251 15,251 TOTAL 210,269,468 17,522,457 22,027,921 80,418,732 51,719,377 55,547,887 16,625,750 38,922,137 * Financial Overview as of 2 July 2013 RESOURCE SITUATION Overall, the financial visibility of UNHAS operations has improved in comparison to the same period in However, the financial sustainability of some operations, notably UNHAS Niger, Ethiopia, Somalia/Kenya, Chad, and South Sudan, for the rest of 2013 remains a challenge. Efforts are underway to resource sufficient funds to mitigate the risk of any interruption to the provision of air services in these countries. As we move into Q3 and Q4 of 2013, WFP Aviation is reaching out to the donor community and UNHAS users to secure sufficient funds to carry UNHAS operations through the transition from 2013 to Since most contributions are registered towards the end of Q1 and early Q2 of a given year, seed capital is required to sustain operations through the first months of the year. Financial pledges ahead of the new year allow for financial visibility, and hence better operational planning. COUNTRY FUNDING GAP IN % OF BUDGET Afghanistan 13.37% CAR 9.16% Chad 28.32% DRC 12.60% Ethiopia 22.22% Mali 8.59% Mauritania 20.76% Niger 21.48% Somalia/Kenya 33.00% Sudan 15.78% South Sudan 11.62% Yemen 0.95% Emergency Response 33.97%

6 UNITED NATIONS HUMANITARIAN AIR SERVICE OVERVIEW OF OPERATIONS UNHAS AFGHANISTAN (SO ) HUMANITARIAN Total conflict induced IDPs (31 May 2013) Afghans in need of protection 570, mil *Source: Afghanistan: Humanitarian Dashboard (as of 13 June 2013), OCHA Food Security & Agriculture Governance & Infrastructure Emergency Shelter Protection Water, Sanitation, and UNHAS AFGHANISTAN Context: Humanitarian conditions in Afghanistan remain extremely poor largely due to protracted conflict, which has exacerbated the populations ability to cope with regular natural disasters including floods, epidemics, earthquakes, landslides, avalanches, and periods of extreme temperature as well as sand storms. The epicenter of the fighting, which used to be in the south and east of the country, has spread to the Northern and Western region. Currently, there are over 570,000 conflict induced internally displaced people (IDPs) and over 7.7 million Afghans in need of protection. Regular and sustained access to areas requiring humanitarian assistance is a key challenge for aid agencies. In addition to the widespread insecurity, access is limited because of the inhospitable terrain and poor road infrastructure. Operational update: For humanitarian workers, air travel is the only option to reach beneficiaries in remote and insecure areas within Afghanistan. UNHAS supports the implementation and monitoring of humanitarian interventions. With the reduction of UNAMA air support, UNHAS role is ever more crucial. To better service the air transport needs of the humanitarian community, UNHAS Afghanistan reconfigured its fleet at the beginning of the year, adding a 9-seater Beechcraft King Air 350 aircraft to compliment the 37-seater Dash More recently, in response to humanitarian needs, a 19-seater high altitude helicopter (MI-8MTV-1) was added to the fleet. This has enhanced UNHAS capacity to reach additional deep field locations, namely Nili, Pulikhumri, Panjab, Chaghcharan and Shebergan, and conduct medical and security evacuations. From January to June 2013, UN- HAS Afghanistan transported 10,713 passengers and mt of cargo to 17 destinations across the country, ensuring that 130 humanitarian entities could provide assistance to vulnerable populations. Month Pax Cargo Hours (mt) Flown June 2, May 2, April 1, March 1, February 1, January 1, Total 10, Mr. Jared Komwono Chief Air Transport Officer UNHAS Afghanistan Tel: jared.komwono@wfp.org

7 UNHAS CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC (SO ) HUMANITARIAN Affected population 4.6 mil Number of IDPs 206,000 Congolese and Sudanese refugees in CAR Number of people vulnerable to food insecurity *Source: Global Emergency Overview, ACAPS, June , ,000 Context: In Central African Republic the protection of civilians continues to be a matter of serious concern due to activities of uncontrolled Seleka elements. The security situation in the country remains volatile and unpredictable, especially in Bangui. The results from the joint Emergency Food Security Assessment (EFSA), conducted by UN agencies and NGOs, to assess the needs following the March 2013 crisis were presented to the Food Cluster and partners on 12 June The main findings revealed that the food security situation of internally displaced persons (IDPs) remains critical; the crisis will seriously impact the current agricultural season, exacerbating the lives of many who have already lost their livelihoods due to the prolonged crisis. Currently, 484,000 people are vulnerable to food insecurity countrywide. Food Security Emergency Telecommunications Protection Water, Sanitation, and Early Recovery Operational Update: Given the security situation and poorly developed infrastructure, air travel is the sole means of accessing most of the humanitarian intervention areas in Central African Republic. UNHAS CAR continues to play a key role in enabling on-going support provided by the humanitarian community. Not only does UNHAS provide access to fragile populations, but it also ensures that humanitarian staff may be evacuated in a timely manner in case of a scale up of insecurity. UNHAS CAR Month Pax Cargo (mt) Hours Flown June May April March February January Total 3, , With a fleet of two LET-410, UN- HAS CAR serves 27 destinations country-wide. There are currently over 40 United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) present in the country who rely on UNHAS to be able to carry out humanitarian interventions. From January to June 2013, UNHAS CAR transported 3,613 passengers and mt of cargo. Mr. Guy Luzitu Chief Air Transport Officer UNHAS Central African Republic Tel: guy.luzitu@wfp.org

8 UNHAS CHAD (SO ) HUMANITARIAN Refugees from Sudan 350,000 Returnees from Northern Nigeria Total estimated number of refugees from CAR * Source: Global Emergency Overview, ACAPS, June ,200 58,000 Food Security & Livelihoods Protection Water, Sanitation, and Refugees Multi-sector UNHAS CHAD Context: Over the past months, Chad has witnessed an escalating influx of migrants and refugees from neighboring countries. Since January 2013 the total number of Sudanese refugees in Chad has increased from 300,000 to 350,000, and at least 1,200 people have arrived in Chad fleeing the violence in Nigeria. This situation has further exacerbated the humanitarian needs in the country where millions are already vulnerable and, to a large extent, have come to rely on humanitarian assistance. The Northern and Eastern parts of the country remain highly insecure and road travel is authorized only with military/police escorts. Travel between the capital N Djamena and the refugee camps remains hazardous and time consuming, and most roads are impassable from June to October because of flooded riverbeds. With the end of the mandate of the United Nations Mission in the Central African Republic and Chad (MINURCAT), the demand on UNHAS air assets particularly for evacuations has increased significantly. Operational Update: Following humanitarian efforts in the drought affected areas in the Western and Central regions of the Chadian Sahel, and more recently the migration crisis in South-Eastern Chad (Tissi) as a result of conflicts in Darfur, UNHAS Chad has expanded to more destinations. On a weekly basis, UNHAS provides services to more than 15 destinations within Chad. From January to June 2013, UNHAS Chad transported 28,178 passengers and mt of cargo, supporting the activities of 110 user organizations. UNHAS Chad is currently utilising a fleet composed of two Let-410 and a Dash-8. Furthermore, an MI-8T helicopter has been added to the fleet to support UNHCR s interventions during the rainy season ensuring access to the area of Tissi. Month Pax Cargo (mt) Hours Flown June 4, May 4, April 4, March 4, February 4, January 4, Total 28, , ,010 Special flights in support of various humanitarian activities, such as high level meetings and M&E missions, are carried out to non-regular destinations at cost recovery basis, as and when required. For instance, in June 2013, UNHAS Chad facilitated a high level ECHO mission to Tissi. Mr. Bernard de Wouters Chief Air Transport Officer UNHAS Chad Tel: bernard.de-wouters@wfp.org

9 UNHAS DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO (SO ) HUMANITARIAN KEY FIGURES Total number of IDPs (may 2013) 2.6 mil IDPs in North Kivu 973,000 IDPs in Katanga province 364,643 IDPs in South-Kivu 702,000 IDPs in Orientale province IDPs in Maniema province 428, ,000 *Source: Global Emergency Overview, ACAPS, June 2013 Food Security & Livelihoods Refugees Multi-sector Water, Sanitation, and UNHAS DRC Context: Over the past ten years the Democratic Republic of Congo has suffered a continuous complex humanitarian crisis. Over the past few months, violent clashes between rebel groups and the government have been reported in the Eastern part of the country, namely the North Kivu province, where more than 27 different militia groups were present during the month of May. There are an estimated 973,000 internally displaced in North Kivu. Further, recent attacks in Katanga province have raised the overall number of internally displaced to 364,643 in the province. In South-Kivu, 52,500 new displacements were recorded since January, bringing the estimated number to 702,000 people. Approximately 428,543 people have been displaced in Orientale province and over 174,000 in Maniema province. Overall, according to OCHA, over 2.6 million people remain displaced due to fighting between the Congolese army and various rebel groups across the country. Cargo Hours Month Pax (mt) Flown Operational Update: June 3, Accessing vulnerable communities and May 3, IDPs by road is extremely challenging, given high levels of insecurity, hence air transportation is required. April March 3,004 2, UNHAS DRC utilises a fleet composed of 4 aircraft, comprising of a mediumrange February January 3,061 2, jet 50-seater, which operates from Kinshasa to the provincial capitals, Total 17, , ,496 two 18-seater LET-410 aircraft with one operational base each in Goma and Kalemie, and one Beechcraft 1900 based in Kinshasa for flights to the two Kasai Provinces (cost-shared with UNHCR). Dedicated UNHCR flights are open to the humanitarian community. In addition, WFP Aviation has been working closely with Aviation Sans Frontières France (ASF-F) since October 2009 to provide humanitarian air transportation in Equator and Oriental provinces. From May until early June, the stand-by Dash-8 aircraft belonging to the Emergency response project fleet was utilized in DRC to support the operation. Between January and June 2013, UNHAS DRC transported a total of 17,666 passengers and mt of cargo from over 200 humanitarian organizations operating in the country. UNHAS also performed 18 medical evacuations and 28 special flights in support of humanitarian efforts in the country. Alongside traditional government donors, UNHAS DRC is also supported by the Howard Buffet Foundation, whose contribution has been critical to ensure the minimum possible interruption of air services. Mr. Jose Odini Chief Air Transport Officer - UNHAS DRC Tel: jose.odini@wfp.org

10 United Nations Humanitarain Air Service Our HUMANITARIAN Wings Save Lives! Context: Total number of refugees Somali refugees in Ethiopia Number of food insecure people 394, , mil *Source: Global Emergency Overview, ACAPS, June 2013 MAIN INTERVENTION AREA Water, Sanitation, and Agriculture Refugees Multi-sector UNHAS ETHIOPIA UNHAS ETHIOPIA (SO ) Ethiopia is one of the world s least developed countries. As of February 2013, 2.5 million people are food insecure, most of which are concentrated in Afar, Oromia and Somali regions. Unstable security situations and draught in neighboring countries have resulted in an influx of refugees, particularly to Dolo Odo, located in the Somali region. It is estimated that Ethiopia is hosting over 394,000 refugees of which a large portion are Somalis, and others from Eritrea and Sudan. The humanitarian community continues to implement life-saving interventions in support of the refugees in the Somali, Gambela and Assosa regions, which are difficult to reach by land due to large distances, infrastructure limitations and insecurity. UNHAS Ethiopia plays a crucial role in facilitating humanitarian access to vulnerable communities in these areas, supporting continued assessment of humanitarian needs and effective monitoring of project implementation, and carrying out medical and security evacuations when required. Operational Update: With a fleet composed of two C-208 and a Dash-8, UNHAS Ethiopia is providing access to vulnerable communities in nine destinations including Dolo Ado, Dire Dawa, Kebri Dehar, Jijiga, Gode, Warder, Assosa, Gambella and Semera. An additional C-208 is available for deployment on an ad-hoc basis (stand-by capacity). UNHAS Ethiopia provides air services to more than 40 humanitarian entities. From January to June 2013, UNHAS Ethiopia transported 4,634 passengers and mt of cargo, and conducted five medical evacuations. More than 80% of UNHAS passengers in Ethiopia are travelling to and from Dolo Odo, where much needed assistance is carried out in the refugee camps. During the reporting period, five charter flights were performed on behalf of the humanitarian community including a WFP/UNHCR joint assessment mission to Gode and a WFP mission to Warder. Month Pax Cargo Hours (mt) Flown June May April March February January Total 4, , On 18 June 2013 the Semera Airstrip was reopened after having been closed for rehabilitation. This will improve the access to refugees residing in the area in the coming months. Mr. Pascal Vuillet Chief Air Transport Officer UNHAS Ethiopia Tel: pascal.vuillet@wfp.org

11 United Nations Humanitarain Air Service Our HUMANITARIAN Wings Save Lives! Context Estimated Number of IDPs Estimated number of people affected by food insecurity Malians registered as refuges in neighboring countries Estimated returnees to the North region *Source: Mali: Humanitarian Dashboard (as of May 2013), OCHA Food Security Protection 301, mil 174,129 14,400 Water, Sanitation, and Early Recovery UNHAS MALI (SO ) The political coup in Bamako on 22 March 2012 caused increased political, security, and economic destabilization in Mali resulting in the occupation of some twothirds of the country (Timbuktu, Gao, Kidal and parts of Mopti regions) by nonstate armed groups from early April 2012 onwards. These events have heightened levels of vulnerability in the country, mainly for populations living under occupation in the North. The occupation forced thousands of people to flee to safer areas in the country as well as into neighboring countries. The prolonged deteriorating security situation has led to increased humanitarian needs of vulnerable conflictaffected populations living in the North, internally displaced persons (IDPs), host households and fragile communities recovering from the consequences of the 2012 drought crisis. Multiple actors, such as AFISMA, MI- NUSMA (to be fully deployed by 1 July 2013) and ECOWAS, are present in the country. Operational Update: UNHAS Mali has become the backbone of humanitarian interventions in insecure Month Pax Cargo Hours (mt) Flown June 1, May April March February January areas in Mali, where many fragile communities reside. UNHAS flights are now operated on a regular basis to Timbuktu Total 4, and Gao, and preparations are ongoing for the launch of flights to secondary airstrips (ie. Menaka, Bourem, Ansongo, etc). UNHAS MALI UNHAS Mali operates a fleet of two aircraft: one Beechcraft 1900D, and a recently added Let-410 which can be easily converted to transport cargo when required, as per the needs indicated by the humanitarian community. More humanitarian cargo is expected to be transported in the coming months in support of ongoing interventions, and the establishment of NGO/UN agencies in to Timbuktu and Gao etc. From January to June 2013, UNHAS Mali transported 4,002 passengers and mt of cargo for over 77 humanitarian organizations. Mr. Eric Moussard Chief Air Transport Officer UNHAS Mali Tel: eric.moussard@wfp.org

12 United Nations Humanitarain Air Service Our HUMANITARIAN Wings Save Lives! Context: Number of food insecure people 560,000 UNHAS MAURITANIA (SO ) As of June 2013, the food security outlook in Mauritania is generally favourable following a good harvest. Despite the more favourable food security context, at least 560,000 people remain food insecure. The food security situation in M Bera camp, which hosts over 74,000 people most of which are Malian refuges, also remains dire. Estimated number of Malian refugees Children <5 suffering from Global Acute Malnutrition *Source: Global Emergency Overview, ACAPS, June 2013 Food Security 74, ,000 Water, Sanitation and Protection Early Recovery UNHAS MAURITANIA There is a high level of risk of instability in the region, particularly with the presence of jihadists and other extremists and militants. Recent events in Niger, Algeria and Nigeria testify the level of threats and call for more preparedness and mitigation measures in terms of security and safety. The security situation in the South-Eastern area of Mauritania very much depends on the situation in Mali, hence Mauritania will contribute with about 1,800 troops to the peacekeeping mission in Mali. Operational Update: Since its inception in March 2012, UNHAS Mauritania has played a crucial role in the implementation of the humanitarian activities, and the monitoring of humanitarian projects in the country. This has been underlined during the various Users Group Committee meetings this year. Given vast distances between areas of Month Pax Cargo Hours (mt) Flown June May April March February January Total 3, operation, and the fact that road travel is not safe, air transport is the most efficient way to access those in need of assistance. For example, it would take six days by road to travel to the M Bera refugee camp from Nouakchot and back. UNHAS Mauritania operates a fleet of one B-1900D and a Let-410 to service the humanitarian needs in the country. From January to June 2013, UNHAS transported 3,040 passengers and mt of cargo for 40 humanitarian entities. UNHAS is currently serving the following destinations: Nouakchot, Kaedi, Kiffa, Aioun, Nema and Bassikounou. UNHAS acts as a gateway to various relief projects including UNHCR s assistance to M Bera refugee camp, UNICEF s national response to the nutrition crisis, and WFP s emergency operations. In May 2013, UNHAS facilitated a UNHCR/WFP assessment mission to the M Bera camp. Mr. Amara Fofana Chief Air Transport Officer UNHAS Mauritania Tel: amara.fofana@wfp.org

13 UNHAS NIGER (SO ) HUMANITARIAN Food insecure people Estimated number of Refugees in Niger (from Mali) Number of people crossing into Niger from Nigeria 2.5 mil ,330 *Source: Global Emergency Overview, ACAPS, June 2013 Food Security Water, Sanitation and Early Recovery Refugees Multi-sector UNHAS NIGER Context: It is estimated that some 2.5 million people in Niger are chronically food-insecure and unable to meet their basic food requirements. The situation of children is of particular concern: one out of eight children never reaches the age of five and an estimated 42 percent of the children are chronically malnourished. Security remains a concern in the country and the greater sub-region, with incidents of suicide bombings and kidnappings of humanitarian aid workers. In addition, the conflict in neighboring Mali has resulted in large numbers of people fleeing into Niger. The security Operational Updates: situation and poor infrastructure make land transportation very difficult. There is no national commercial aviation company operating within Niger, leaving UNHAS the only means of air transport. The whole humanitarian community relies on UNHAS to access people in need. Currently, UNHAS Niger is serving the humanitarian community with a Dash-8 aircraft. The Let-410 was recently released due to an updated UNHAS aircraft utilization. Operating out of Niamey, UNHAS Niger provides air services to Tahoua, Agadez, Maradi, Zinder, Diffa and Blima. In addition, a weekly connection between Bamako Mopti Niamey Mopti Bamako is in place as of January 2013 to facilitate the movement of humanitarian actors running trans-border projects between Niger and Mali. Interoperability between UNHAS Niger and UNHAS Mali is continuously being developed to cater for humanitarian needs in the region. From January to June 2013, UNHAS Niger transported 7,876 passengers and mt of cargo from approximately 80 humanitarian entities. Month Pax Cargo Hours (mt) Flown June 1, May April 1, March 1, February 1, January Total 7, Mr. Pierre Lucas Chief Air Transport Officer UNHAS Niger Tel: pierre.lucas@wfp.org

14 UNHAS SOMALIA/KENYA (SO ) HUMANITARIAN KEY FIGURES IDPs in Somalia Estimated number of Somali Refugees in the Horn of Africa and Yemen Returnees since January mil 1 mil 18,108 *Source: Global Emergency Overview, ACAPS, June 2013 Agriculture Context: Somalia is among the most dire and complex emergencies in the world as a result of a combination of conflict, massive displacement and drought. An estimated 1.1 million Somalis are currently internally displaced, settling mainly in the South- Central region. In March and April, following the withdrawal of Ethiopian troops, thousands of new displaced were reported in the vicinity of Xudur. Conflict remains widespread. The al-shabaab movement continues to conduct terrorist attacks and fight the government forces in different parts of the country over pockets of control. Attacks by al-shabaab in urban centers and along transport axes are common. On 19 June, the UN compound in Mogadishu suffered an attack claimed by al-shabaab. Currently, UNHAS is the only reliable option for safe air travel for humanitarian personnel throughout the country to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian assistance to the affected population. Furthermore, the large influx of Somali refugees into Kenya has resulted in a scale up of humanitarian activities and subsequently, the need for a common air transport to reach the remote refugee camps of Dadaab and Kakuma in Northern Kenya. Emergency Telecommunications Mine Action Shelter Water, Sanitation and UNHAS SOMALIA/KENYA Operational Updates: UNHAS Somalia/Kenya currently operates a fleet of 7 fixed wing aircraft to service at least 30 destinations on a regular basis. Over 100 humanitarian organizations rely on UNHAS to implement and monitor humanitarian projects in Somalia and in Kenya. From January to June 2013 UNHAS Somalia transported 29,043 passengers and carried mt of cargo. Since May 2013, Somaliland airspace has been closed for UN aircraft following the unresolved issue of airspace mandates between Somaliland and Somalia government. This has negatively impacted humanitarian actors access to remote parts of Cargo Hours Month Pax the country. (mt) Flown June 4, May 4, April 5, March 4, February 5, January 4, Total 29, , ,298 Mr. Geoffrey Mwangi Chief Air Transport Officer UNHAS Somalia/Kenya Tel: ( ) geoffrey.mwangi@wfp.org

15 UNHAS SOUTH SUDAN (SO ) HUMANITARIAN Refugees (mainly Sudanese) in South Sudan Number of newly displaced people Number of people vulnerable to food insecurity *Source: Global Emergency Overview, ACAPS, June ,228 58, mil Emergency Telecommunications Food Security & Livelihoods Mine Action Protection Shelter Water, Sanitation, and UNHAS SOUTH SUDAN Context: South Sudan faces considerable humanitarian challenges. Over the past months, continued armed hostilities and inter-communal violence have raised concerns among the humanitarian community, especially in Jonglei State where intensified clashes between the SPLA and the David Yau Yau rebel group have displaced possibly thousands of civilians. Due to limited access, the overall humanitarian needs in Jonglei state remain unknown. Operational updates: In addition, Sudanese nationals continued to flee both the conflict and increased food insecurity in South Kordofan and Blue Nile states, albeit arriving into South Sudan in lower numbers than in By the end of April, 190,000 Sudanese were receiving humanitarian assistance in Unity and Upper Nile states*. Furthermore, the lack of a land allocation strategy and livelihood support systems have delayed the reintegration and resettlement of new arrivals back to South Sudan. Close to 19,000 returnees are stranded in transit in South Sudan, unable to reach their final destinations**. Reaching vulnerable and isolated communities via road transport continues to be a major challenge in South Sudan. Week infrastructure, poor road conditions - in particular during the rainy season (April to November)- insecurity, and extremely long distances make UNHAS indispensable to the humanitarian community s efforts in the country. UNHAS South Sudan provides air services to 40 locations across the country to more than 230 users comprised of UN-agencies, NGOs and diplomatic missions. From January to June 2013, operating a fleet of 10 aircraft, UNHAS transported 45,258 passengers and mt of cargo, and carried out more than 90 medical evacuations. The fleet is revised on a regular basis to best support the users needs. For instance, in June, responding to limited Total 45, , ,496 access, two helicopters were deployed to support urgent humanitarian response and assessment needs in Jonglei State, including medical evacuations, transport of urgent non-food items and security assessments. * South Sudan, Humanitarian Update, January-April 2013, OCHA ** South Sudan, Humanitarian Bulletin, June 2013, OCHA Month Pax Cargo Hours (mt) Flown June 6, May 7, April 7, March 8, February 8, January 7, Mr. Samson Mwangi Chief Air Transport Officer UNHAS South Sudan Tel: samson.mwangi@wfp.org

16 UNHAS SUDAN (SO ) HUMANITARIAN IDPs in camps in Darfur receiving food aid Newly displaced or severely affected in Darfur 1,430, ,000 Refugees in Sudan 142,000 Estimate number of South Sudanese in Sudan 220, ,000 *Source: Sudan: Humanitarian Dashboard (as of 30 June 2013), OCHA Food Security & Livelihoods Governance, Infrastructure & Recovery Emergency Shelter Protection & Reintegration Water, Sanitation and Refugees Multi-sector UNHAS SUDAN Context: The combination of conflict, large-scale population movements and poverty make Sudan one of the most complex political and economic environments in which the humanitarian community operates. Of paramount concern remains increasing unrest and insecurity across the entire country, which has flared most alarmingly in Darfur where some 287,000 people have been displaced or severely affected by conflict since January In addition, clashes and fighting followed by a SAF response in Beleil locality led to mass displacements in South Darfur in March. While, more recently, ongoing fighting between Salamat and Messeiriya clans in Um Dhukun locality of Central Darfur State has led to increasing numbers of casualties and thousands of people reportedly crossing the border into Chad. Operational Update: With limited infrastructure, insecurity and vast distances, surface transport remains extremely dangerous limiting access to beneficiaries. As a result, air transport is the only secure transport option for the humanitarian community. With services to over 38 scheduled destinations, over 120 organizations comprised rely on UNHAS to implement and monitor humanitarian activities in Sudan. Month Pax Cargo Hours (mt) Flown June 4, May 3, April 3, March 4, February 3, From January to June 2013, operating a fleet of 7 aircraft, composed of three fixed wing and four helicopters, UNHAS Sudan transported 21,631 passengers and mt of cargo, and carried out 8 medical and 6 security evacuations. During this reporting period, UNHAS Sudan has actively improved access to people affected by conflicts in Sudan. Over 34 charter humanitarian flights and special missions transporting humanitarian aid This is a note to express our profound appreciation for the excellent service and support from you all. As a way of feedback, all the team from Nyala, Ed Daien including the pilots and the ground teams in all the locations showed unwavering understanding and support to the visiting UNICEF team and my team in Nyala. For us all in UNICEF, this is a further confirmation of a good collaboration which makes a lot of difference within the UN family. Thank you so much to all of you for this spirit of 'brotherhood'. Olushola Ismail, UNICEF Darfur Operations Coordinator January 3, Total 21, , ,088 workers and cargo from numerous humanitarian organizations were conducted to extremely violent conflict areas such as El Sireaf, Gara Zawia, Golol, Labado and Muhajeria. Furthermore, UNHAS also organized a special flight to South Kordofan region, where thousands remain displaced, for a joint mission to consult with the government counterparts to plan future humanitarian activities in that region. For more information, contact: Mr. Denys Saltanov OIC UNHAS Sudan Tel: denys.saltanov@wfp.org

17 UNHAS YEMEN (SO ) HUMANITARIAN IDPs in the north of the country Number of IDPs returned to the Abyan governorate Refugees in Yemen (mainly from Somalia and Ethiopia) Food insecure people 320, , , , mil *Source: Global Emergency Overview, June 2013 Water, Sanitation, and Food Security Protection Context: An on-going conflict in the north, a separatist movement in the south and threat of terrorist activity through out many parts of the country have led to a deteriorating security situation, high levels of population displacements and substantial infrastructure damage. Approximately 10.5 million people - almost half the country s population - are either hungry or on the edge of hunger, and child malnutrition rates are among the highest in the world. Humanitarian access is limited due to widespread insecurity and accurate humanitarian data is hard to capture since the security restrictions reduce monitoring and assessment opportunities. Yemen is facing significant security challenges: the increasing presence of Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) militants, al-houthi militants in the north and secessionist movements in the south, among many others. There is a potential for a spreading of the localized conflict to areas beyond the traditional North and South, including Marib, Al- Baydha and other Governorates. Since March 2013 most national and international stakeholders are focusing on a successful outcome of the National Dialogue. This process is key to solve the crisis in Yemen. At the same time the humanitarian assistance must be contained. With the moving out of the National Dialogue working groups to the Governorates, new demonstrations and violence could be sparked affecting implementation of humanitarian projects negatively. Numerous protests and violent incidents have been recorded in Sana a and in the Aden governorate. Early Recovery Shelter Refugees Multi-sector UNHAS YEMEN Operational updates: A special operation for air services and logistics was initiated in May 2010 under the lead of the Logistics Cluster with the aim to facilitate the access of humanitarian personnel and the uninterrupted supply of life-saving relief items within Yemen. UNHAS Yemen is facilitating the work of various UN organizations including UNICEF, UNHCR, OCHA and WFP as well as a number of NGOs like Save the Children, MSF-F and OXFAM. Since road transportation to many locations is not safe, these organizations are depending on UNHAS to implement their projects covering areas like refugees, water and sanitation, and health. Operating a Dash-8, UNHAS Yemen conducted 22 normal flights and one special flight to Sa adah and Hodeidahr transporting 265 passengers from 15 humanitarian organizations. The passenger numbers are increasing and there is a demand for new destinations. Mr. Qaseem Ghausy Logistics Cluster Coordinator WFP Yemen Tel: qaseem.ghausy@wfp.org

18 WFP/GLOBAL AVIATION EMERGENCY RESPONSE (SO ) United Nations Humanitarain Air Service Our Wings Save Lives! In major emergencies, WFP aviation helicopters are key to ensuring the delivery of relief items. Thanks to the Emergency Response project, largely funded by ECHO, two MI-8 stand-by helicopters have been positioned in Entebbe, Uganda. The pre-contracted helicopters ensure effectiveness in WFP Aviation s response to emergencies. The fleet is available for immediate deployment within and beyond continental Africa, and is designed for use by the humanitarian community. At the same time as ensuring an effective response to sudden emergencies the pre-positioning contributes to long-term cost-efficiency. Last-minute contracting of operators and shifting of helicopter assets around the globe causes a loss of time, which may indicate fewer lives saved. The MI-8 offers a payload of 2.5 mt with up to 19 seats. Its range of 5 hours or 500 km is suitable for assessments, staff movement and cargo deliveries during the initial phase of an emergency. The helicopters have the capacity to reach all of continental Africa, Madagascar and even Pakistan and may be easily positioned in other strategic areas. When not on Emergency deployment, the helicopters can be made available to the humanitarian community on a cost recovery basis. In the absence of any global emergency to respond to during the reporting period, one of the helicopters has been based in Goma operating to support ECHO Partner agencies in order to reach locations with little or no road access and to provide security evacuation facility if needed due to the instability in Eastern DRC. During that period the helicopter served 27 agencies, carried 639 passengers and 37.1 mt cargo. The stand-by Dash was operating as part of UNHAS DRC in May and early June The second emergency response helicopter remained on standby in Entebbe during the reporting period but was positioned in Chad in June, on a full cost recovery mission on behalf of UNHCR. This mission is expected to last four months to support UNHCR s interventions during the rainy season. AIR FREIGHT & PASSENGER AND THIRD PARTY SERVICES WFP Aviation facilitates cargo and passenger air services for WFP and other humanitarian organizations during emergencies. The services are fully funded by the client agencies. In the first half of the year, WFP Aviation provided strategic airlifts, airfreights and passenger services for organizations such as WFP, UNICEF, UNHRD, CARE US and the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons. In addition, WFP Aviation offers long-term aircraft charters exclusively to support agencies like the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) and UNHCR. For example, WFP Aviation provides UNHCR with a Cessna Caravan aircraft for its project needs in Western Tanzania transporting more than 600 passengers between January and June In South Sudan, WFP Aviation was chartering a Cessna Caravan on behalf of UNDSS to enable them to carry out essential security missions which allowed humanitarian actors to implement their programmes. The agreement was terminated in June.

19 PARTNERSHIPS Collaboration with internal and external partners and other relevant players, including ICAO, Civil Aviation Authorities, private sector entities, Universities, is key to fostering WFP Aviation s competitive edge and operational growth. WFP Aviation continues to cultivate existing partnerships, and where applicable, forge new relationships with key stakeholders. Highlights: MEBAA: WFP Aviation has recently forged a partnership with the Middle East Business Aviation Association (MEBAA). The partnership concept currently under discussion involves the engagement of MEBAA members in a Cause Related Marketing campaign called Fly and Feed where members will contribute a percentage of their income (services/products sold) to support WFP Aviation Operations, with an estimated potential to raise US$400,000 per year. Dubai Air Show: WFP is partnering with the Dubai Air Show to raise awareness of humanitarian aviation, and the impact of UNHAS operations in providing access to vulnerable communities. ASF: During the 2013 Paris Air Show, ASF and WFP Aviation conducted joint media outreach activities to raise awareness of the challenges confronting humanitarian aviation. UPS: Under the WFP UPS partnership, UPS will be supporting WFP Aviation s training activities with the aim to enhance the team s capacity in core aviation related matters. DFS: WFP Aviation is working closely with the Department of Field Support (DFS) to increase cooperation in aviation related matters including aircraft chartering procedures and vendors, SOPs, staff secondments, among other areas. ECOWAS: A consultation between experts of the ECOWAS Commission and WFP Aviation was held on 8-10 May in Rome, Italy to discuss the implementation of the Technical Agreement on Humanitarian Services in the ECOWAS Region. Several topics were addressed, including joint aviation training programmes among other technical matters. WFP Aviation is also engaged in discussions with various universities and like-minded entities to explore the potential to forge win-win partnership. For more information: wfp.aviationservice@wfp.org FOLLOW US: Website Twitter Youtube