Apprenticeship training course

First officer pilot (level 6)

Support aircraft captains and commanders during flights.

• Qualification level: 6 ; Equivalent to degree.
• Typical duration: 24 months
• Apprenticeship category: Transport and logistics
• Maximum funding: £27,000 ; Maximum amount government will fund ; for apprenticeship training.
• Also known as:
  • First officer pilot
  • Pilot
• Skills:
  Skills an apprentice will learn

  • Ensure personal preparation and presentation standards are upheld in accordance with professional and organisational regulations and standards
  • Prepare and check/validate a flight plan
  • Establish the airworthiness and air readiness of the aircraft
  • Check and operate flight instruments and systems
  • Check and operate radar and radio aids
  • Check and operate aircraft propulsion systems
  • Check and operate navigation and communication equipment
  • Accurately report defective equipment
  • Collect information to aid decision making
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with ATC and airport ground staff
  • Handle the aircraft on the ground in accordance with relevant SOPs
  • Secure and seal the aircraft in accordance with company regulations and procedures
  • Close down aircraft engines, systems and equipment in accordance with regulations and procedures
  • Communicate effectively with colleagues, cabin crew, ground operational teams and customers at appropriate times to ensure service efficiency, safety and security
  • Implement agreed flight plan, making appropriate judgements to respond to en-route and terminal conditions
  • Maintain control, stability and safety during all stages of the flight, following airline SOPs
  • Manage and monitor automated systems
  • Monitor weather conditions during the flight and control the aircraft in response
  • Respond appropriately to all abnormal situations e.g. engine failure, disruptive passenger, forced landing, fire, decompression at altitude
  • Handle and control the aircraft in a smooth and safe manner when responding to abnormal situations
  • Release the aircraft in accordance with SOPs
  • Accurately record malfunctions, faults and maintenance requirements
  • Complete pre and post flight documentation
  • Supervise the refuelling of the aircraft
  • Consult with the Commander and inform crew members clearly what action is required in response to emergency situations
  • Ensure self and team monitor and apply the compliance, legislation, procedures and regulations commensurate to your role
  • Identify risks and non-compliance, ensuring corrective actions are taken or situations are escalated in accordance with organisation’s procedures
  • Monitor aviation security in own area of responsibility
  • Identify and address / report actual or potential hazards pre-flight, in-flight or post-flight as required
  • Record and report safety and security incidents, including self-reporting when required
  • Drive the team to maintain brand / organisational standards at all times, and identify and address any potential risks according to organisational procedures

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