Dynamics of Pilot Training

Initial and Continuing Qualification

Comair, Inc. Captain Larry Neal

Background

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• Late in 2006 moving into 2007 we discussed the “low time” and “lower experienced” pilot market! Initial AQP data showed trends that required additional training resources.

• In 2008 AQP trends and analysis showed us that we needed to concentrate on the first time Continuing Qualification crew members.

• Changes were made and the results were seen immediately.

Advanced Qualification Program for the Initial Pilot Training

Dynamics of New Hire Training

• To define additional training requirements. • Identified the needed information to make a New Hire

Pilot successful.• Outline of the Launch Program.• Ground School Sessions (Subjects Covered).• Simulator Sessions (FTD/ Full Flight Simulator).• Advanced Qualification Program data gave us a way

to provide the needs of a New Hire pilot regardless of experience level entering the airline training environment.

As average class experience varies,As average class experience varies,we can modify our training program we can modify our training program

with AQPwith AQP

Class average experienceClass average experience600 - 1,000 TT600 - 1,000 TT

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Dynamics of New Hire Training

Outline of the Launch Program

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• Introduction to Jet Aircraft• Emphasis on Normal Procedures• Ground and Simulator Training• Communications• Systems Integration• Loft Preparation

Systems Integration

Ground School Review

Cockpit Setup

Flows

Crew Coordination

Takeoff calls

Approach calls

Memory Items

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Systems Integration

Real time LOFT’s

QRH Procedures

Practice Oral

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Overview of Initial Footprint

• Basic Indoctrination 7 days• Aircraft Systems 6 days• General Subjects 8 days• Systems Integration 4 days• Simulator 17 days

(4 FTD’s Procedures Validation, 5 SimulatorTraining Sessions, Maneuvers Validation,2 Loft Preparation Sessions, 2 Loft Sessions,2 Line Operations Evaluations.)

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Dynamics of New Hire Training

First Time Initial Pass Rate > 96%

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AQP ~ Phase 5

Initial

Upgrade Differences

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Dynamics of Training

Continuing Qualification Program

• Currently in transition 9 months to 12 for CQ.• Ground School 1 Day CBT, 2 Days in

classroom.• Simulator Events, 2 days –

Day One - Maneuvers Validation, Day Two - Line Operations Evaluations

Maneuvers Validation

Item 2.2.2 Crosswind Takeoff Item 6.2.2. Un- Coupled ILS Approach

Item 6.6 Missed Approach Procedure Item 7.4.2 No Flap Landing

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MV and LOE Grading Scale

# 1. Unsatisfactory - Major deviations from the prescribed qualifications standards occur that are not recognized or corrected.

Individual or crew performance could result in hull loss or life. CRM skills are not effective.

# 2. De-Brief - Deviations occur from the prescribed qualifications standards that are recognized and most corrected.

Individual or crew performance meets expectations. CRM skills are effective.

# 3. Standard - Minor deviations occur from the prescribed qualifications standards that are recognized and corrected in a timely matter.

Individual or crew performance meets expectations. CRM skills are clearly effective.

# 4. Performance - Remains well within the prescribed qualifications standards.

Individual or crew performance, management and CRM skills are exemplary.

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Dynamics of Pilot Training

• 1.2.2 Crew Completes Accept and/or Turnaround Checklist• 1.4 Perform Pre-Departure Procedures (Briefing)• 2.1.3 Assess Environmental Conditions.• 2.2.3 Perform Reduced Visibility Takeoff• 3.1.3 Perform Noise Abatement Requirements and Departure Procedures• 5.1 Perform Descent Procedures • 6.1.7 Perform Approach Checklist• 6.2.1 Perform Coupled ILS Approach• 7.3 Perform Crosswind Landing• 7.4.3 Perform Landing with No Ground Lift Dumping (GLD)• 8.2 Perform Taxi Operation• 8.3 Perform After Landing Checklist• 10.1.12 Ice and Rain Protection Emergencies• 10.1.13 Landing Gear Emergencies• 10.1.21 Electrical Abnormal Conditions• 10.1.22 Fire Protection Abnormal Conditions• 10.1.23 Flight Control Abnormal Conditions• 10.1.24 Fuel System Abnormal Conditions• 10.1.27 Instruments Abnormal Conditions

LOE Measured Items

PIC RATES CRJ

Measured Item ID # / Grade 1 % 2 % 3 % 4 % Total

1.2.2 2 0.8% 12 4.8% 221 89.1% 13 5.2% 248

1.4 2 0.8% 11 4.5% 194 78.5% 40 16.2% 247

2.1.3 4 1.9% 9 4.2% 191 88.8% 11 5.1% 215

2.2.3 0 0.0% 4 3.2% 118 93.7% 4 3.2% 126

3.1.3 2 0.9% 9 3.9% 212 91.0% 10 4.3% 233

5.1 7 3.3% 6 2.9% 188 89.5% 9 4.3% 210

6.1.7 0 0.0% 4 1.9% 199 94.8% 7 3.3% 210

6.2.1 2 0.9% 14 6.6% 184 86.8% 12 5.7% 212

7.3 1 0.6% 2 1.2% 163 96.4% 3 1.8% 169

7.4.3 2 2.8% 3 4.2% 66 93.0% 0 0.0% 71

8.2 4 1.7% 20 8.6% 196 84.5% 12 5.2% 232

8.3 0 0.0% 1 1.0% 98 97.0% 2 2.0% 101

10.1.12 5 18.5% 0 0.0% 22 81.5% 0 0.0% 27

10.1.13 1 5.6% 1 5.6% 14 77.8% 2 11.1% 18

10.1.21 4 7.3% 9 16.4% 36 65.5% 6 10.9% 55

10.1.22 0 0.0% 0 0.0% 24 100.0% 0 0.0% 24

10.1.23 3 3.8% 5 6.3% 62 77.5% 10 12.5% 80

10.1.24 0 0.0% 6 13.3% 37 82.2% 2 4.4% 45

10.1.27 8 3.5% 26 11.4% 188 82.1% 7 3.1% 229

Totals 47   142   2413   150   2752

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SIC RATES CRJ

Measured Item ID # / Grade 1 % 2 % 3 % 4 % Total

1.2.2 0 0.0% 5 4.1% 112 92.6% 4 3.3% 121

1.4 2 1.3% 9 5.8% 135 87.7% 8 5.2% 154

2.1.3 1 0.9% 10 8.8% 100 88.5% 2 1.8% 113

2.2.3 0 0.0% 0 0.0% 49 96.1% 2 3.9% 51

3.1.3 1 0.7% 6 4.0% 135 90.0% 8 5.3% 150

5.1 5 3.0% 9 5.4% 144 85.7% 10 6.0% 168

6.1.7 0 $0.0 1 0.6% 149 94.3% 8 5.1% 158

6.2.1 1 0.8% 6 5.0% 107 89.9% 5 4.2% 119

7.3 1 0.8% 5 4.0% 117 92.9% 3 2.4% 126

7.4.3 2 3.6% 1 1.8% 53 94.6% 0 0.0% 56

8.2 2 1.6% 5 4.1% 108 87.8% 8 6.5% 123

8.3 0 0.0% 2 1.2% 157 94.0% 8 4.8% 167

10.1.12 1 4.8% 1 4.8% 18 85.7% 1 4.8% 21

10.1.13 1 5.6% 1 5.6% 14 77.8% 2 11.1% 18

10.1.21 3 7.1% 11 26.2% 27 64.3% 1 2.4% 42

10.1.22 0 0.0% 0 0.0% 17 94.4% 1 5.6% 18

10.1.23 2 3.4% 7 12.1% 48 82.8% 1 1.7% 58

10.1.24 0 0.0% 6 13.3% 37 82.2% 2 4.4% 45

10.1.27 7 4.0% 26 14.8% 140 79.5% 3 1.7% 176

Totals 29   111   1667   77   1884

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Dynamics of Pilot Training

Dynamics of Pilot Training

Dynamics of Pilot Training

Initial and Continuing Qualification

Dynamics of Pilot Training

Thank You!!!

Dynamics of Pilot Training