Project Description

Human Factors in Aviation

This foundational course delves into the realm of Human Factors, focusing on the intricate understanding of human behavior and performance. Its application within the aviation industry, encompassing airlines and airports, is pivotal in fine-tuning the synergy between individuals and the complex systems within which they operate. By harnessing Human Factors knowledge, safety and performance are heightened in aviation operations. The comprehensive insights acquired in this course are invaluable for both enhancing safety within airlines and airports and for conducting rigorous safety investigations.

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human Factors in Aviation

Learning Outcomes

  • Be conversant about basic aviation Human Factors concepts
  • Understand key human performance issues relevant to aviation operations
  • Integrate Human Factors knowledge into key areas of aviation operations
  • Apply operational Human Factors knowledge to safety investigation activities

Who Should Attend

  • All aviation roles especially safety-critical ones
  • Pilots, Flight Crew, Airline Managers, Airport Managers and Operational Staff
  • Air traffic controllers and ANSP management
  • Civil aviation authority and aircraft maintenance staff

Key Topics

  • Definitions, concepts, and history of Human Factors.
  • Accident causation in complex systems and organizational accidents.
  • Human performance in aviation operations.
  • Fatigue and stress management.
  • Human information processing and operational decision-making.
  • Human error and threat management, including Threat and Error Management (TEM).
  • Resource management training in flight deck and air traffic control.
  • Automation in the workplace and the design of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and checklists.

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