(1) In exercising its powers and performing its functions, AA must regard the safety of air navigation as the most important consideration.
(2) Subject to subsection ( 1), AA must exercise its powers and perform its functions in a manner that ensures that, as far as is practicable, the environment is protected from:
(a) the effects of the operation and use of aircraft; and
(b) the effects associated with the operation and use of aircraft.
(3) AA must perform its functions in a manner that is consistent with Australia 's obligations under:
(a) the Chicago Convention; and
(b) any other agreement between Australia and any other country
or countries relating to the safety of air navigation.