Introduction
Take the next step in your aviation career with a comprehensive understanding of ICAO Annexes 1, 6, and 8. This immersive 2-day course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the global regulatory landscape and ensure top-tier safety and compliance within your organization. Whether you’re managing personnel licensing, overseeing flight operations, or ensuring airworthiness, this course will deepen your expertise and enhance your operational effectiveness.
Explore ICAO’s critical role in setting international aviation standards and learn how to apply these guidelines to real-world situations. You will gain insights into the latest developments in personnel licensing, flight safety, operational procedures, and airworthiness standards—equipping you to handle the complex regulatory challenges faced by aviation professionals worldwide.
This course is perfect for flight crews, air traffic controllers, maintenance personnel, and regulatory officials who want to advance their understanding of ICAO’s critical Annexes. Don’t miss the opportunity to lead with confidence, ensuring that your operations not only meet but exceed international standards.
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What is the Benefit of this Training –What will I learn?
a) Participants gain an in-depth knowledge of the ICAO framework, including the purpose and scope of each annex, ensuring they understand their significance in global aviation safety and regulation.
b) Become equipped in navigating complex regulatory environments.
c) By exploring human factors and safety practices, participants learn how these elements influence flight safety, equipping them to implement best practices in their operations and decision-making processes.
d) Learn the latest standards and practices for licensing and airworthiness, helping organizations ensure compliance and enhance safety measures in their operations.
e) Attendees become familiar with ICAO’s operational standards and safety practices, enabling them to better understand regulatory requirements and ensure compliance within their organizations.
f) The curriculum addresses recent amendments and developments in aviation regulations, such as those related to maintenance, safety equipment, and the transport of dangerous goods, preparing participants for contemporary challenges in the industry.
Who is the Course for?
This course targets aviation professionals such as flight crew, air traffic controllers, and maintenance personnel, as well as regulatory officials focused on safety and compliance. It also serves educators and trainers seeking to enhance their knowledge of ICAO standards and their practical applications in the field.
Detailed Content / Topics – The following Subjects will be addressed
ICAO Annex 1 – Personnel Licensing
Introduction to ICAO and its Annexes
Overview of ICAO and the development of SARPs (Standards and Recommended Practices)
Introduction to the 19 ICAO Annexes with a focus on Annex 1, 6, and 8
Understanding ICAO’s role in global aviation regulation and safety
ICAO Annex 1 – Purpose and Scope
Licensing flight crew, air traffic controllers, and maintenance personnel
Licensing standards for aeronautical station operators, flight dispatchers, and flight engineers
Medical provisions related to licensing (e.g., medical certificates and requirements)
Licensing Procedures and Standards
ICAO standards for issuing, maintaining, and renewing personnel licenses
Harmonization of licensing practices across ICAO member states
ICAO documentation and certification format (e.g., electronic licenses under Amendment 178)
ICAO Training Manuals & Human Factors
Guidance provided by ICAO training manuals for licensing and training standards
Human factors in aviation (Resolution A26-9) – 1986
Introduction to the ICAO Flight Safety and Human Factors Programme
Case studies on human factors influencing flight safety
ICAO Annex 6 – Operation of Aircraft
Introduction to Annex 6 and its Structure
Overview of Annex 6: International Commercial Air Transport, General Aviation, and Helicopters
Understanding the three volumes of Annex 6:
Part I: Commercial Air Transport (Aeroplanes)
Part II: General Aviation (Aeroplanes)
Part III: Helicopters
Operating Standards and Safety Practices
Flight operations and operational control
Performance operating limitations and flight planning
Safety standards for flight crew, cabin crew, and flight dispatchers
ICAO SARPs concerning flight time and duty limitations
Equipment and Maintenance Standards
Aeroplane instruments, flight documents, and communication systems
Maintenance requirements for aircraft operating internationally
Autonomous distress tracking devices for aircraft in remote operations
Recent provisions for runway overrun and alerting systems (Amendments 2022)
Operational Security and Dangerous Goods
Security provisions for commercial aircraft (e.g., cargo security, flight crew security)
ICAO alignment with the Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods (Doc 9284)
Safety concerns related to helicopter operations with dangerous goods
ICAO Annex 8 – Airworthiness of Aircraft
Introduction to Annex 8 and Airworthiness
Overview of Annex 8 and its purpose: ensuring safe aircraft design and operation
Relationship between the State of Design, State of Manufacture, and State of Registry
Article 33 of the Chicago Convention: International recognition of Certificates of Airworthiness
Certification and Continuing Airworthiness
Procedures for the certification of new aircraft designs (large aeroplanes and helicopters)
Continuing airworthiness and maintenance requirements
Role of national airworthiness authorities in ensuring compliance
ICAO Standards for Aircraft Import/Export
Procedures for the import, export, lease, or charter of aircraft
Recognition of Certificates of Airworthiness for international operations
Role of Annex 8 in promoting global aircraft trade and leasing
Target groups
This course is designed for aviation professionals, including flight crew, air traffic controllers, maintenance personnel, and regulatory officials seeking a comprehensive understanding of ICAO standards and practices.
Learning Objectives
This 2-day course provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of ICAO Annex 1 (Personnel Licensing), Annex 6 (Operation of Aircraft), and Annex 8 (Airworthiness of Aircraft), focusing on their purpose, applicability, and integration within international aviation safety standards.
Pre-requisites
Participants should have a foundational knowledge of aviation operations and regulations, as well as familiarity with basic aeronautical terminology and principles
What do People Say about Sofema Aviation Services Training?
“If we didn’t understand something, the instructor would always explain it to us again.”
“The instructor is an extremely knowledgeable person.”
“I am fully satisfied with the course structure.”
“The instructor explained very well and with enthusiasm the subject matter.”
“The form of the training was excellent and in sync with the needs of the trainees.”
Duration
2 days – Start at 09.00 and finish at 17.00, with appropriate refreshment breaks.
To register for this training, please email team@sassofia.com or Call +359 28210806
