Managing Human Factors and Crew Resources when Flying

Master aviation human factors and crew resource management to enhance flight safety and decision-making skills

Course Overview
Managing Human Factors and Crew Resources when Flying delves into the critical human elements affecting aviation safety. This course examines how human behaviour, communication, and organisational influences shape flight operations and incident outcomes. It explores how crews can work together efficiently using Crew Resource Management (CRM) principles to mitigate risks and improve situational awareness.

Through a detailed study of human factors in accidents and everyday flying scenarios, learners will develop a clear understanding of decision-making processes in high-pressure environments. This course provides essential knowledge for aviation professionals keen on elevating operational safety and fostering teamwork within the cockpit and beyond.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand key human factors impacting aviation safety and performance.
• Analyse organisational influences affecting crew behaviour and communication.
• Identify human errors contributing to aviation accidents and incidents.
• Explain the principles and practices of Crew Resource Management.
• Develop enhanced situational awareness during flight operations.
• Evaluate decision-making strategies in dynamic aviation environments.

Course Curriculum:

• Module 1: Introduction to Aviation Human Factors and CRM
• Module 2: Organisational Factors in Aviation Human Factors and CRM
• Module 3: Human Factors in Aviation Accidents and Incidents
• Module 4: Crew Resource Management
• Module 5: Situational Awareness
• Module 6: Decision Making

Who is this Course For?

• Commercial pilots seeking to deepen safety and teamwork knowledge.
• Flight operations managers aiming to improve crew communication.
• Aviation safety officers responsible for accident investigation insights.
• Air traffic controllers interested in human factors affecting flights.
• Flight instructors looking to enrich their training curriculum.
• Maintenance supervisors wanting awareness of organisational influences.
• Aviation enthusiasts pursuing a professional understanding of CRM.
• Emergency response personnel involved in aviation incident management.

Career Path:

• Commercial Airline Pilot — £70,000 per annum (average UK salary)
• Aviation Safety Officer — £45,000 per annum (average UK salary)
• Flight Operations Manager — £55,000 per annum (average UK salary)
• Air Traffic Controller — £60,000 per annum (average UK salary)
• Flight Instructor — £40,000 per annum (average UK salary)
• Aviation Accident Investigator — £50,000 per annum (average UK salary)