Basic Load Control – 5 Days

Introduction

The Basic Load Control course provides participants with the detailed knowledge and skills required to plan, calculate and finalize weight and balance documentation. The course covers the basic theories of flight and balance, an overview of the standard Load Planning & Load Control process, and the required documentation. This course is designed to be compliant with the requirements of IATA AHM 591 and applicable elements of IATA AHM 611.

The preparation of the aircraft loading process, calculation of aircraft balance conditions, its weight, and the issuance of documentation is a complex and time-driven activity that is vital to the safe departure of an aircraft.

Who is the Course for?

Existing or new Load Planners, Load Controllers of a GSP or an Airline and anyone who requires a detailed knowledge of this subject would benefit from attending this course.

What is the Benefit of this Training – What will I learn?

At the end of this Training, the delegate should have obtained:

a) A detailed knowledge and skills required to plan

b) Skills to calculate and finalize weight and balance documentation

Detailed Content / Topics – The following Subjects will be addressed

– Definitions
– Theory Of Flight
– Principles Of Balance
– Aircraft Weights
– Structural Strength Limits
– Load Control & Load Distribution
– Unit Load Devices (ULD)
– Aircraft Locations
– Aircraft Structural Loading Limitations
– Loading Restraint Systems
– Dangerous Goods & Special Loads
– Documentation – LIR, Load & Trim Sheet, NOTOC
– Manuals
– Messaging
– Legal/Regulatory Requirements

Pre-requisites

A background in an aviation environment.

Target Groups

The training is suitable for all personnel who require detailed knowledge and understanding of the subject and especially for people who are professionally engaged such as Load Planners, Load Controllers of a GSP or an Airline.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this Training, the delegate should have a comprehensive understanding of the basic theories of flight and balance, an overview of the standard Load Planning & Load Control process, and the required documentation.

What do People Say About Sofema Aviation Services’ Training?

“Good communication – the instructor answered all the questions asked”
“Excellent learning climate”
“ Understandable manner of the material presentation”
“Good and clear explanation”
“Questions were welcomed all the time.”

Duration

5 days – Start at 09.00 and finish at 17.00, with appropriate refreshment breaks.

To register for this training, please email office@sassofia.com or Call +359 28210806