Airline Safety Investigation is a critical discipline that equips aviation professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to identify risks. It also helps them understand incident dynamics and strengthen an airline’s overall safety performance. This course provides a comprehensive overview of the basic processes underlying the management of safety by an airline. As a result, participants gain a solid foundation in modern safety management practices.

A key element of the training is the model of accident causation, which helps investigators move beyond superficial symptoms and uncover deeper systemic issues. By understanding how organizational, technical, and human factors interact, participants learn to analyze events holistically. Then they develop effective safety interventions.

The course also emphasizes the crucial role of Human Performance in Safety Investigation. Participants explore how cognitive workload, communication, decision-making, and operational pressures influence behavior. This knowledge enables investigators to interpret human actions within context rather than attributing blame, supporting a just culture approach.

In line with international aviation standards, the course covers training requirements for airline safety personnel supporting ICAO Annex 13 investigations. Learners become familiar with Annex 13 provisions and investigation roles. Furthermore, they study evidence-handling protocols and cooperation with state authorities during official aircraft accident and incident inquiries.

A strong focus is placed on the importance of an effective airline safety reporting program. Participants explore how confidential reporting systems, safety data collection, and trend analysis form the foundation of successful internal investigations. Understanding these elements helps airlines foster proactive hazard identification and continuous safety improvement.

Finally, the course provides hands-on exposure to essential tools and methodologies for conducting internal safety investigations. These include root cause analysis, evidence gathering, interview techniques, and safety risk assessment.

By the end of the program, participants will be equipped to contribute to Airline Safety Investigation processes that enhance safety performance and prevent future incidents. They will also align with global aviation best practices.