The Personnel Licensing Procedure in Civil Aviation course equips participants with practical knowledge and skills to manage personnel licensing systems. It aligns fully with ICAO Annex 1, Doc 9841, and Doc 9379. Civil aviation authorities (CAAs) and aviation organizations gain a strong regulatory and operational foundation from this course.
The course begins with an introduction to personnel licensing. Participants learn the objectives of licensing systems, understand State responsibilities, and explore how licensing ensures aviation safety. The course explains competency-based licensing principles and shows how States implement international standards.
A major focus is on licensing flight crew, including pilots, flight engineers, and navigators. Participants study eligibility requirements, knowledge and skill assessments, privileges, and limitations. The course also covers licensing non-flight crew, such as air traffic controllers, maintenance personnel, and operations officers. It highlights differences in licensing approaches and oversight responsibilities.
The course teaches participants how to convert and validate foreign licenses. States assess equivalency, manage bilateral arrangements, and reduce safety risks through these procedures. The medical assessment procedures module guides participants on medical certification standards, examiner approvals, and managing medical fitness decisions.
Participants also explore the approval and surveillance of Approved Training Organizations (ATOs). They learn to conduct audits, monitor training quality, and ensure continuous compliance. The course concludes with enforcement policies and procedures, helping participants apply corrective actions, enforce rules proportionally, and maintain a just culture.
Overall, the Personnel Licensing Procedure in Civil Aviation course provides participants with regulatory insight, practical tools, and best practices. It prepares them to actively manage, audit, and improve personnel licensing systems in line with ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs).
