Flight Operations Officers’ Course

Brief Description

Learn the essential duties of a flight operations officer, including flight planning, dispatch, fuel calculation, and regulatory compliance. This course prepares you for one of the most critical roles in aviation operations, ensuring flights are safe, efficient, and compliant with international standards.

Module 1: Introduction to Flight Operations

• Lesson 1.1 – Role of a Flight Operations Officer / Flight Dispatcher

• Lesson 1.2 – Legal Responsibilities and Regulations (ICAO Annex 6)

• Lesson 1.3 – Coordination with ATC, Airlines, and Ground Operations

• Quiz 1: Basic Role & Responsibilities

Module 2: Aviation Regulations & Documentation

• Lesson 2.1 – ICAO, IATA & National Authority Regulations

• Lesson 2.2 – Required Operational Documents (Flight Plans, NOTAMs, Weather Reports)

• Lesson 2.3 – Safety Management System (SMS) for Flight Operations

• Quiz 2: Regulatory Compliance

Module 3: Meteorology for Flight Dispatch

• Lesson 3.1 – Basics of Aviation Meteorology

• Lesson 3.2 – Interpreting METARs, TAFs, and Significant Weather Charts

• Lesson 3.3 – Weather Impact on Flight Planning & Alternate Selection

• Quiz 3: Weather Interpretation

Module 4: Aircraft Performance & Loading

• Lesson 4.1 – Basic Aerodynamics for Dispatchers

• Lesson 4.2 – Weight & Balance Principles

• Lesson 4.3 – Performance Limitations (Takeoff, Landing, Climb, Cruise)

• Quiz 4: Aircraft Performance

Module 5: Flight Planning & Navigation

• Lesson 5.1 – Route Planning and Airways

• Lesson 5.2 – Fuel Planning (Trip, Alternate, Contingency, Reserve)

• Lesson 5.3 – Use of Navigation Charts and Flight Management Systems

• Lesson 5.4 – ETOPS and Long-Range Flight Considerations

• Quiz 5: Flight Plan Creation

Module 6: Flight Monitoring & Operational Control

• Lesson 6.1 – Pre-Departure Briefings

• Lesson 6.2 – Flight Following and Tracking Systems

• Lesson 6.3 – In-Flight Diversions and Irregular Operations Handling

• Lesson 6.4 – Communication with Crew During Abnormal Situations

• Quiz 6: Flight Monitoring

Module 7: Human Factors & CRM

• Lesson 7.1 – Human Performance and Limitations in Dispatch

• Lesson 7.2 – Crew Resource Management (CRM) for Dispatchers

• Lesson 7.3 – Decision-Making and Stress Management

• Quiz 7: Human Factors

Module 8: Emergency & Contingency Procedures

• Lesson 8.1 – Aircraft Incident/Accident Response

• Lesson 8.2 – Hijack and Security Threat Procedures

• Lesson 8.3 – Diversion & Alternate Airport Coordination

• Lesson 8.4 – Emergency Response Plan (ERP) Role of Dispatch

• Quiz 8: Emergency Handling