Aviation Operations: Flight Planning And Flight Dispatch

Upon completing this course, you will have the skills to:

• Understand the principles of flight planning
• Gain knowledge of navigation and route planning
• Develop skills in weather analysis and forecasting
• Learn aircraft performance considerations
• Understand the role of flight dispatch
• Comprehend regulatory compliance
• Develop effective communication and decision-making skills
• Enhance problem-solving abilities

CONTENT:

Introduction to Aviation Operations

• • Overview of the aviation industry
  • Roles and responsibilities of flight dispatchers and flight planners
  • Regulatory frameworks and organizations governing flight planning and dispatch

Aircraft Performance Considerations

• • Aircraft performance parameters and limitations
  • Takeoff and landing performance calculations
  • Climb and descent performance calculations
  • Fuel consumption calculations
  • Weight and balance considerations

Navigation and Route Planning

• • Charts and navigation aids
  • Airway and waypoint systems
  • RNAV and RNP concepts
  • Airspace classifications and restrictions
  • Route optimization and flight efficiency

Weather Analysis and Forecasting

• • Meteorological charts and symbols
  • Weather reports and forecasts
  • Weather hazards and their impact on flight planning
  • Thunderstorm avoidance and turbulence considerations
  • Icing conditions and anti-icing measures

Flight Planning Software and Tools

• • Introduction to flight planning software and tools
  • Using computerized flight planning systems
  • Aircraft performance databases
  • Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) systems

Air Traffic Control and Communication

• • Air traffic control procedures and communications
  • Collaborating with air traffic control during flight planning
  • Filing and amending flight plans
  • Coordinating changes in flight routes or altitude with ATC

Regulatory Compliance and Documentation

• • Regulatory requirements for flight planning and dispatch
  • International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) regulations
  • Fuel requirements and reserves
  • Crew duty time limitations and rest requirements
  • Documentation and record-keeping

Emergency and Contingency Planning

• • Emergency procedures and contingency planning
  • Diversion planning and considerations
  • Handling in-flight emergencies and abnormal situations
  • Communication and coordination during emergency situations

Practical Exercises and Case Studies

• • Simulated flight planning exercises
  • Analyzing real-world flight scenarios
  • Problem-solving and decision-making exercises
  • Role-playing exercises for effective communication

Assessment and Evaluation

• • Assessments of theoretical knowledge
  • Practical evaluations of flight planning skills
  • Case studies and problem-solving assignments
  • Final examination or project

TRAINING METHODOLOGY:

The training methodology combines lectures, discussions, group exercises and illustrations. Participants will gain both theoretical and practical knowledge of the topics. The emphasis is on the practical application of the topics and as a result participant will go back to the workplace with both the ability and the confidence to apply the techniques learned to their duties.