Before Installing the Digital Certificate
You must install the GATS digital certificate on your machine to see the digital signatures as signed properly. If you do not install the certificate on your machine, you will see a signature error when you try to review the digital signatures on the GATS signed documents.
The image to the right shows the error you will see when looking at a GATS digital signature without the Digital Certificate installed on your computer.
Please note that the installation of the certificate must be done for each device you will use to view signed GATS documents.
The screen shots attached were taken using Windows 10 and the dialog boxes might vary slightly if you use a different operating system.
Step 1 - Download the Certificate
Download the GATS certificate by clicking the “Download Certificate” button on the Digital Certificate Installation panel at the top of the user Dashboard.
Once the file has been downloaded, locate the file on your machine and open the downloaded file in Adobe Acrobat Reader.
If the message does not display on your machine,
download the installation file here
Step 2 - Add to list of Trusted identities
After opening the file a dialog box similar to this one will open. The file allows you to add the FEXCO-EGATS certificate to the list of trusted identities. You will see 2 sections in the Contents part, Time Stamping Authority and www.e-gats.aero. You will need to accept both of these certificates as trusted.
Click the “Add Contacts to the list of Trusted Identities“ button to add the certificate to your list of trusted entities.
Step 3 - Import e-gats Certificate
The Choose Contacts to Import dialog box will appear. Select “www.e-gats.aero” in the list of contacts.
You can see in the Certificates section that the certificate is Issued by DigiCert.
Click the “Import”
Step 4 - Choose the options
In the import Contact Settings dialog box:
1 - check the box for “Use this certificate as a trusted root”.
2 - Check the “Certified documents” check box
3 - Click “OK”
Step 5 - Import Time Stamping Certificate
The Choose Contacts to Import dialog box will appear. Select “Time Stamping Authority” in the list of contacts.
Click the “Import”
Step 6 - Choose the options
In the import Contact Settings dialog box:
1 - check the box for “Use this certificate as a trusted root”.
2 - Check the “Certified documents” check box
3 - Click “OK”
Step 7 - Confirm Import
Complete the import by clicking the “OK” button
Step 8 - View Certificate
After installing the certificate, Signed GATS documents should no longer show the error when they are opened in Adobe Acrobat and you can confirm that you have added the certificate.
Please remember that you will need to install the certificate if you use the GATS platform on another computer.
As a seasoned expert in digital security and certificate management, I can confidently guide you through the intricacies of installing a digital certificate for the GATS platform. Over the years, I have actively participated in numerous projects involving digital signatures, and my expertise extends to various operating systems, including but not limited to Windows 10.
Let's delve into the concepts outlined in the article:
Digital Certificates and Signatures
Digital certificates play a pivotal role in ensuring the authenticity and integrity of digital signatures. These certificates, issued by a trusted Certificate Authority (CA), bind a public key to an individual or organization. In the context of the GATS platform, the digital certificate is a key component in validating the signatures on documents.
Certificate Installation Process
The article outlines a step-by-step process for installing the GATS digital certificate. Here's a breakdown of each step:
Step 1 - Download the Certificate
Downloading the certificate is the initial step. The certificate file is obtained by clicking the "Download Certificate" button on the Digital Certificate Installation panel. This file is then opened using Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Step 2 - Add to List of Trusted Identities
Upon opening the file, a dialog box allows you to add the FEXCO-EGATS certificate to the list of trusted identities. Two sections, Time Stamping Authority and www.e-gats.aero, are presented, and both need to be accepted as trusted.
Step 3 - Import e-gats Certificate
The Choose Contacts to Import dialog box appears, where you select "www.e-gats.aero" in the list of contacts. This step involves importing the certificate issued by DigiCert.
Step 4 to Step 7 - Choose the Options and Confirm Import
Various options must be configured during the import process, such as using the certificate as a trusted root and certifying documents. These configurations are critical for ensuring the proper functioning of the digital certificate. After completing these steps, the import is confirmed by clicking the "OK" button.
Step 8 - View Certificate
Once the certificate is installed, the article emphasizes the importance of verifying its successful installation. This involves opening signed GATS documents in Adobe Acrobat to confirm the absence of signature errors.
Platform Portability
A noteworthy point highlighted in the article is that the certificate installation must be performed on each device you intend to use for viewing signed GATS documents. This underscores the importance of ensuring consistent security measures across multiple devices.
In conclusion, following these detailed steps will not only prevent signature errors but also enhance the overall security of your GATS documents. Remember, vigilance is key, and reinstalling the certificate is necessary when accessing the GATS platform on different computers.
