Subject: Training of Flight Dispatchers. - Directorate …dgca.nic.in/misc/draft cars/d7m-m2...

28TH July 1997 Rev.1 7th Sept. 1999

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GOVERNMENT OF INDIA OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR GENERAL OF CIVIL AVIATION

TECHNICAL CENTRE, OPP SAFDURJUNG AIRPORT, NEW DELHI. CIVIL AVIATION REQUIREMENTS SECTION -7: FLIGHT CREW STANDARDS

TRAINING & LICENCING SERIES 'M' PART II 28TH JULY. 1997 EFFECTIVE: FORTHWITH Subject: Training of Flight Dispatchers. 1. INTRODUCTION :

Airlines/Operators engage Flight Dispatchers for obtaining ATC and MET briefings and to brief the pilots accordingly and also for preparing flight plans. In order to ensure safety of aircraft operations it is necessary to have uniform and desired level of proficiency of Flight Dispatchers. This part of the Civil Aviation Requirement is issued under the Rule 133A of the Aircraft Rules 1937 to set out the requirements to impart necessary training to these officers.

2. REQUIREMENT OF FLIGHT DISPATCHERS: 2.1 Flight Dispatchers used by operators for briefing of pilots and flight planning,

must be fully trained and approved by DGCA as per the requirements stipulated in this CAR.

2.2 The Flight Dispatchers should have attained the age of 21 years before their

initial approval. 2.3 The applicant for Flight Dispatcher shall have passed class 10+2 or an

equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics from a recognized Board/University.

CIVIL AVIATION REQUIREMENTS SECTION 7 SERIES ‘M’ PART II 28TH JULY 1997


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3. OVERALL OUTLINE OF THE TRAINING PROGRAMME : 3.1 The training programme for Flight Dispatchers shall comprise of -

(a) Basic indoctrination training, (b) Initial training, (c) Transition training, (d) Refresher/Recurrent training, (e) Differences training

3.2 Each training programme shall include practical demonstration as applicable. 3.3 Each training programme shall cover the differences between aircraft of the

same type operated by the airline/operator to ensure that the Flight Dispatchers are adequately trained to perform their assigned duties on different aircraft being operated.

3.4 Upgrade training programme shall be conducted as required from time to time. 3.5 In addition to initial, transition, upgrade, recurrent and differences training,

each training programme must also provide specific training, instruction and practice as necessary to ensure that each Flight Dispatcher -

(i) remains adequately trained, current and proficient with respect to

each aircraft and type of operation;

(ii) qualifies in new equipment, facilities, procedures and, techniques including change in operational procedures as applicable to flight dispatcher.

4. BASIC INDOCTRINATION TRAINING :

The basic indoctrination training for newly appointed Flight Dispatchers shall include a minimum of 7 days of instructions in at least the following areas -

(i) Duties and responsibilities of Flight Dispatchers. (ii) Joint Dispatcher - pilot responsibilities.

(iii) Appropriate portion of Civil Aviation Requirements, Aircraft Rules and AICs.

(iv) Contents of the operator’s certificate/permit and limitations, if any. (v) Appropriate portion of the airline/operator Manual.



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5. INITIAL TRAINING : 5.1 The Initial training for Flight Dispatchers shall include instructions in at least

the following areas : 5.1.1 General Subjects :

(i) Use of communication systems and the appropriate normal and emergency procedures.

(ii) Meteorology, including various types of meteorological information

and forecasts, interpretation of weather data (including forecasting of enroute and terminal weather conditions), frontal systems, wind condition, and use of actual and prognostic weather charts for various altitudes.

(iii) Prevailing weather phenomena and the available sources of weather

information, making an accurate and operationally acceptable weather analysis from a series of daily weather maps and of weather condition prevailing in general neighbourhood of a specific air route and to forecast weather trends pertinent to air transportation with particular reference to designated terminals.

(iv) Use of Aeronautical documentation such as AIP, NOTAM,

aeronautical codes and abbreviations.

(v) Navigational aids, publications, principles of air navigation with particular reference to instrument flight operations.

(vi) Characteristics of appropriate airports.

(vii) Air traffic control, instrument approach procedures relevant to the

duties of a flight dispatcher and determining optimal flight path.

(viii) Rules and regulations relevant to air transportation.

(ix) Use and limitation of altimeters, particularly in respect to barometric settings.

(x) Techniques for maintaining a flight watch.

(xi) Procedures for communicating with aircraft and relevant ground

stations.



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(xii) Providing operating supervision and all other assistance to flight in

adverse conditions appropriate to the duties of the flight. (xiii) Basic principles of computer based flight planning.

(xiv) Operational procedures for the carriage of freight and dangerous goods. (xv) Procedure relating to unlawful interference and sabotage of aircraft.

(xvi) Knowledge and skills in Human Performance of Flight Dispatcher.

5.1.2 Training For Each Aircraft Type :

(i) A general description of the aircraft emphasising operating and performance characteristics, navigation equipment, instrument approach and communication equipment, emergency equipment and procedures, and other subjects having a bearing on flight dispatcher's duties and responsibilities;

(ii) Flight operation procedures including procedures for avoiding severe

weather situations and for operating in or near thunderstorm (including best penetrating altitudes), turbulent air (including clear air turbulence), icing, hail, and other potentially hazardous meteorological conditions;

(iii) Weight and balance computations;

(iv) Flight dispatch requirements and procedures;

(v) ATS flight planning and operational flight planning including track

selection, flight time analysis, fuel consumption, endurance, choice of alternate airports, and

(vi) Emergency procedures.

5.2 Emergency procedure must be emphasized including alerting of proper

governmental, company and private agencies during emergencies to give maximum help to an aircraft in distress.

5.3 The duration of initial training for flight dispatchers as specified in para 5.1

shall not be less than the following : (1) Group I Aircraft :



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(i) Reciprocating engine powered - 3 weeks. (ii) Turbo propeller engine powered - 4 weeks. (2) Group II Aircraft (Jet engine powered) - 4 weeks. 6. TRANSITION TRAINING : 6.1 A Flight Dispatcher performing regular duty on one type of aircraft cannot

perform duties on any other type of aircraft until he/she has successfully undergone an approved course of transition training.

6.2 The transition training shall include instructions on given subjects in para

5.1.2. The duration of this training shall not be less than 2 weeks. 7. REFRESHER/RECURRENT TRAINING : 7.1 Recurrent training must ensure that each Flight Dispatcher is adequately

trained and currently proficient with respect to the specific aircraft (including differences training if applicable).

7.2 Recurrent training must include at least the following -

(i) A quiz or other review to determine the state of the dispatcher’s knowledge with respect to the aircraft;

(ii) Instructions as necessary in the subjects required for initial ground

training to refresh their knowledge;

(iii) A competency check as specified in para 9 of this part of Civil Aviation Requirements.

7.3 The duration of recurrent training shall not be less than the following - (1) Group I aircraft : (i) Reciprocating engine powered - 2 days; and (ii) Turbo propeller engine powered - 2 days. (2) Group II aircraft (Jet engine powered) - 3 days. 7.4 Each flight dispatcher shall undergo refresher training at least once every two

years. The course shall mainly consist of emergency and safety aspects,



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familiarisation with DGCA circulars, NOTAMS, AICs, CARs and review of accidents/incidents during the last two years.

7.5 The flight dispatcher instructor under whom the Flight Dispatcher has

undergone refresher training shall issue a certificate of successful completion of training.

8. DIFFERENCES TRAINING : 8.1 The duration of differences training shall depend upon degree of differences

between the different variants of aircraft of the same type used by the operator.

8.2 Differences training for all variations of a particular type of aircraft may be

included in initial, transition, and recurrent training for the aircraft. 9. COMPETENCY CHECK FOR FLIGHT DISPATCHERS :

To demonstrate his competency, a Flight Dispatcher should undergo following tests/examinations :

9.1 Written test/Examination :

Each Flight Dispatcher trainee after having undergone the prescribed training shall appear in a written examination conducted by DGCA (Central Examination Organisation). The examination shall consist of:

(i) General subjects, (ii) Specific on type of aircraft. 9.2 Oral and Practical Test :

The applicant after successfully undergoing the ground training and ground subjects examination shall carry out the duties and functions of a flight dispatcher under the supervision of an approved flight dispatcher(s) for a period of not less than 90 working days within six months immediately preceding the application for oral test. The practical training should commence within 12 months from the date of the declaration of result of the written examination.

The Flight Dispatchers shall undergo an oral/practical test to demonstrate their proficiency to a DGCA Board, which shall include a Flight Dispatcher Instructor or Flight Dispatcher on type. The application for Oral Test shall



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contain a certificate from an operator who is currently operating that type of aircraft certifying that the applicant has successfully carried out duties and functions of a Flight Dispatcher as indicated above. Final approval for functioning as a Flight Dispatcher shall be issued by DGCA.

9.3 Recency Check : 9.3.1 Flight Dispatchers not performing duties continuously for 6 months or more

shall undergo recency check with the Flight Dispatcher Instructor on the type before being rostered for flight dispatch duties.

9.3.2 Flight Dispatcher not performing duties continuously for 12 months or more

shall undergo an extended refresher training course with the operator as stipulated in para 5.1.2. The operator shall also assess his knowledge and skills on human performance before permitting him to perform the duties of Flight Dispatcher.

A certificate on compliance of above shall be submitted to the DGCA by the operator.

10. REQUIREMENTS FOR APPROVAL OF FLIGHT DISPATCHERS : 10.1 Experience : 10.1.1 A Flight shall during the three years immediately preceding the date of his

application, have completed two years' service in any or in any combination of the capacities specified in (i) to (iii) below provided that in any combination of experience the period served in any of these capacities shall not be less than one year:

(i) a pilot member of the crew in air transportation; or (ii) a flight navigator in air transportation; or

(iii) an air traffic controller; or flight operations officer in air transportation flight operation systems;

OR 10.1.2 He/She should have satisfactorily completed an approved training course.



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10.1.3 Applicants qualifying the above requirements should have served in

dispatching of aircraft under the supervision of a qualified flight dispatcher/a pilot-in-command for not less than 90 days within the 6 months immediately preceding the application.

10.1.4 The applicant should have acquired operating familiarisation consisting of at

least 5 hours observing flight deck operations except that a person may serve as a flight dispatcher without meeting this requirement for 90 days after initial introduction of a new aircraft type into operation.

10.2 Skill :

The applicant should have demonstrated ability in accordance with para 9 above. 10.3 DGCA shall grant approval to the applicant to act as Flight on fulfilling all the

aforesaid requirements. 11. TRAINING INFRASTRUCTURE AND PROGRAMMEME : 11.1 For the purpose of training of Flight Dispatchers the airline/operator must

obtain approval from the DGCA for their training course. For this purpose the airline/operator shall submit the following documents to the Flight Inspection Directorate of DGCA :

11.1.1 A written training programme curriculum for each type of aircraft which shall

include -

(a) a list of principal ground training subjects covering the syllabus,

(b) a list of all the training devices, methods and procedures to be followed for the proposed training,

(c) the programmed hours/duration of training that will be applied to

each training,

(d) list of properly qualified ground instructors as required for the training. 11.1.2 Additional information which may be required by the DGCA. 11.2 The airline/operator shall provide and keep current with respect to each

aircraft type and, if applicable, the particular variant of the aircraft type, appropriate training material, examination form, instructions, printed



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material, instructions and procedures for use in conducting the training and checks required.

11.3 If the proposed training programme or revision complies this part of the

CAR, DGCA may grant initial approval after which the airline/operator may conduct training in accordance with the approved programme. DGCA will then evaluate the effectiveness of the training programme and will advise the operator of deficiencies, if any, that must be corrected.

11.4 DGCA may grant final approval of training programme or revision if the

airline/operator shows that the training conducted under initial approval ensures that each person that successfully completes the training is adequately trained to perform his/her assigned duties.

11.5 Whenever DGCA finds that revisions are necessary for continued adequacy

of a training programme that has been granted final approval, the operator shall make the changes in the programme that are found necessary by the DGCA.

11.6 Flight Dispatcher Instructor :

The instructor detailed to impart training to the Flight Dispatcher must possess sufficient aviation experience in the field and knowledge of Air Safety Circulars, AICs, CAR, Aircraft Rules, instructional abilities and other instructions issued by the DGCA from time to time;

12. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF FLIGHT DISPATCHER

The Flight Operations Officer/Flight Dispatcher(s) on duty shall, one hour before the scheduled departure of a flight:

i) Collect the latest meteorological data from the concerned agencies

and thoroughly analyse the possible effects of the weather on the route to be flown in the light of meteorological reports and forecasts for the destination and alternate aerodromes; recent weather reports and forecasts for the route and areas adjacent to it; and current weather maps;

ii) Collect the latest available data on standard instrument departures,

en-route facilities, noise abatement operational procedures, navigation aids, aerodrome facilities, ATC and communication procedures, NOTAM, runway conditions, search and rescue facilities



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and other information and regulations likely to affect the flight and brief the flight crew as required.

iii) Prepare an operational flight plan consistent with standard instrument

departures, noise abatement operational procedures, ATC regulations and the regulations of all the States to be overflown for the consideration of the pilot-in-command;

iv) If empowered to do so by the operator, to delay or cancel the flight or

otherwise decide on a possible route or alternative routes which may be flown safely and in accordance with company procedures and standards, taking into account likely weather conditions at the destination and alternate aerodromes; en-route weather; and the maximum fuel load possible.

v) Provide the meteorological briefing to the flight crew.

vi) Brief the crew on the route analysis and the operational flight plan

bringing to his notice the factors that have influenced the choice of route;

vii) Furnish the pilot-in-command with all latest available information on

the route to be flown;

viii) Obtain the Pilot-in-command's signed concurrence with the operational flight plan;

ix) Prepare and file the ATC flight plan.

x) Any other functions deemed necessary for the safe operation of the

flight.

xi) Other duties enlisted in the Company's Operation Manual. 12.1 In the event of an emergency, a A Flight Dispatcher shall avoid taking any

action that would conflict with the procedures established by:

a) air traffic control; initiate such procedures as outlined in the operations manual while avoiding taking any action that would conflict with ATC procedures; and

b) convey safety-related information to the pilot-in-command that may

be necessary for the safe conduct of the flight, including information related to any amendments to the flight plan that become necessary in the course of the flight.



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c) the communications service.

13. FLIGHT DISPATCH BY APPROVED AGENCIES 13.1 Scheduled operators engaged in international public operations may engage

the services of approved agencies/organisations/airlines outside India provided such agencies/organisations/airlines have the approval from the local Civil Aviation Authority. The Flight Dispatchers engaged by those agencies shall meet the qualification and experience requirements as contained in ICAO Annex 1. The Director of Operations of the Airline shall ensure that the services provided by these agencies are fully satisfactory for their operations.

13.2 DGCA may inspect such flight dispatch facility to confirm that they have and

continue to maintain the operational capability and manpower to provide flight dispatch services.

14. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS : 14.1 No airline/operator may use any person nor may any person serve as a flight

dispatcher unless that person has been approved by the DGCA to act as Flight Dispatcher for the type of aircraft.

14.2 The airline/operator should ensure that all flight dispatcher undergo periodic

refresher and other training courses as stipulated in the CAR. 14.3 DGCA may monitor the training programme and the performance of the

Flight Dispatchers from time to time. 14.4 The detailed syllabus for Flight Dispatchers' Course given at Annexure 'A' to

the CAR, should be followed for training of Flight Dispatchers. 14.5 Notwithstanding the above, DGCA may specify any additional requirements

or waive off any requirement if considered necessary.

Sd/- ( H.S. Khola)



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Director General of Civil Aviation



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ANNEXURE - A

SYLLABUS FOR FLIGHT DISPATCHERS COURSE A. INITIAL TRAINING 1. NAVIGATION GENERAL LEVEL OF KNOWLEDGE 1.1 Shape of the Earth 3

Axis and Poles Small circle, Great circle and Rhumb line Equator and Parallels of Latitudes Prime Meridian and Meridians Position in terms of Latitude and Longitude Position in terms of bearing and distance Motions of the Earth and their effects

1.2 Measurement of Direction 2

Variation and Deviation True, Magnetic and Compass direction Conversion from one to other

1.3 Measurement of Distance 3

Nautical Mile, Statute Mile and Kilometer Conversion from one to other

1.4 Measurement of Speed 3

Indicated Air Speed, Calibrated Air Speed, Equivalent Air Speed, True Air Speed Mach Number Conversion from one to other

1.5 Triangle of Velocities

Heading and True Air Speed Track and Ground Speed Wind direction and speed Drift and track error

1.6 Measurement of Time 3

Local, Zone and Standard Time Universal Coordinated Time (UTC) Relationship between Time and Longitude



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International Date Line Conversion from one to other

1.7 Sun Rise, Sun Set and twilight calculations 2 1.8 Projections 2

Ideal Requirements Relief Scale, Scale error Appearance, Properties, Uses and Limitations of Mercators, Lamberts and Polar Stereographic projections

2. FLIGHT PLANNING 2.1 Circular Slide Rules 4

Conversions : Nautical Mile/Statute Mile/Kilometer Calibrated Air Speed/True Air Speed/Mach Number Pressure Altitude/Density Altitude Feet/Meter Gallons/Liters, Lbs/Kgs Computations : Time/Distance/Speed/Fuel Consumption Solution of Triangle of Velocities

2.2 Object and Methods of flight planning 3

Detailed format of a flight plan 2.3 Flight Planning exercises using 4

Performance Data, Tables, range Tables & graphs 2.4 Concept and calculations of `Critical Point' 4

and `Point of No Return' 2.5 Route Flight Planning 4

Requirements Step Climb Speed constraints Minimum Time Track/Path Fixed Time flight plans

2.6 Computerised Flight Planning 3 Advantages and Procedures Forward and Backward Pass Flight Planning



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3. RADIO AIDS AND INSTRUMENTS 3.1 Properties of Electromagnetic Waves 2

Frequency and Wave length Frequency Spectrum Types of Radio Transmission Ionosphere and its effect on propagation of Radio Waves

3.2 General Principles, use and limitations of : 2

Automatic Direction Finding (ADF) VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Distance-Measuring equipment (DME) OMEGA Global Positioning System (GPS) Instrument Landing System (ILS) Radio Altimeter

3.3 Principles of Operation of Radar 2

Use and Limitations of : Weather Radar Airport surveillance Radar (ASR) Precision - Approach Radar (PAR)

3.4 General Principles, use and limitations of : 2

Inertial Navigation System (INS) Flight Management System (FMS) Transponders Traffic Collision avoidance system (TCAS)

3.5 General principles, use and errors of : 2

Pressure Altimeter Vertical Speed Indicator (VSI) Air Speed Indicator (ASI) Machmeter QFE, QNH, QNE

3.6 Properties and application of 2

Gyroscope in Flight Instruments 3.7 Basic Principles and error of 2

Direct and Remote Indicating Compass 4. METEOROLOGY



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4.1 Atmosphere 3 4.1.1 Description of atmosphere, troposphere, Tropopause and Stratosphere 4.1.2 Weather elements, Pressure, Temperature, 4 Humidity, Visibility, Wind and Clouds ISOBARS, ISOTHERMS, ISOTACHS CONTOURS. 4.1.3 International Standard Atmosphere 4 Standard Pressure Levels 4.1.4 Causes of Weather phenomena 3 Lapse Rate Environmental Lapse Rate (ELR) Dry Adiabatic Lapse Rate (DALR) Saturated Adiabatic Lapse Rate (SALR) Stability and Instability Criteria 4.2 Weather 4.2.1 Pressue Systems : 3 Low, High, Trough, Ridge Variation of Pressure 4.2.2 Surface Winds 3 Pressure gradients Coriolis force Geostraphic & Cyclostrophic Winds Gradient Winds Thermal Winds Buys Ballots Law Land and Sea Breezes Katabatic/Anabatic Wind Fohn wind Gust, squall and gale Mountain waves Convergence, Divergence & Subsidence 4.2.3 Clouds : 3 Types by appearance and level Process of formation TCU and CB development and hazard 4.2.4 Precipitation - drizzle, rain, snow and hail 3



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4.2.5 Obscurity Mist, Fog, Smog and Haze Types of Fog Favourable conditions and impact of radiation, Advection and frontal fog 4.2.6 Turbulence : 2 Types & occurrence, clear Air Turbulence (CAT) Recognition and Avoidance Wind Shear, Micro-Burst 4.2.7 Jet Streams : 3 Types, occurrence and seasonal variations Impact on route planning 4.3 Synoptic Meteorology 4.3.1 Air Mass and its types, sources and movements 2 of each Frontal system, types, occurrence, movements, and associated weather 4.3.2 Inter Tropical Convergence Zone 2 Occurrence, associated weather and seasonal variations 4.3.3 Western Disturbance 3 Occurrence, movements and associated weather 4.3.4 Tropical revolving storms, cyclones, Typhoons 3 Origin development and tracks Associated weather hazards 4.4 Climatology 4 4.4.1 World climatology, climatological zone Route climatology of major air routes of the world 4.4.2 Indian Climatology 4 Monsoon, Various seasons, months associated weather conditions Upper air wind, temperature of each seasons Air Route climatology of major routes over Indian and neighbouring countries.



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4.5 Meteorological Services 4.5.1 Met organisations and their functions 2 India Meteorological Department (IMD) World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) Aeronautical Met Services Legal aspects of Aviation Met. Services Exchange of Met Data 4.5.2 Met Observations 2 Surface weather observations Upper air observations, Balloon and radio sonde Weather Radar Meteorological Satellite and Satellite cloud imageries Synoptic charts, legends, symbology in use Analysis and interpretation 4.5.3 Format, abbreviations and interpretation of each 4 METAR, SPECI, SPECIAL REPORT, SIGMET

VOLMET, AIREP 4.5.4 Forecasting Product, Format abbreviations and 4 interpretation of Terminal Area Forecast (TAF) Route Forecast (ROFOR) and Met Folder Forecast upper wind and temperature for Aviation (WINTEM) Short, Medium and Long range forecast 5. GENERAL PERFORMANCE 5.1 Theory of Flight and General Performance 2 5.1.1 Elementary Principles of aerodynamics Angle of incidence and Angle of Attack Center of gravity and Center of Pressure Lift/Drag ratio 5.1.2 Basic parts of an airplane and their contribution 2 Flaps and Slats Spoilers and Speed brakes Aileron, elevators and rudder Trim Tabs



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5.1.3 Power Plants 2 Turbo-prop - Basic elements Shaft Horse Power (SHP) Water Methanol 5.1.4 Power Plants 3 Jet engines Basic elements and concept of RAM Jets, Turbo jets Fan jets Efficiency and limitations of jet engines Thrust measurements 5.1.5 Understanding of mandatory, recommendatory 2 and operational performance requirements. 5.1.6 Gross and Net Performance 2 5.1.7 Definitions : 3 Take-off Run - Available/Required Take-off Distance - Available/Required Acceleration Stop distance - Available/Required

Landing Distance - Available/Required Balanced Field Length Effect of Slope and Wind 5.1.8 Definition and understanding of speeds : 3 Vmca, Vmcg V1,VR, V2, V3, green dot, Vref, VAPP 5.1.9 Take Off flight Path segments 5.1.10 Take-off and landing Weight Limits : 4 Structural, Field, Climb, brake energy, Tyre Speed and Obstacle Limits 5.1.11 Aircraft Weight Terminology : 4 Tare, Basic. OWE, ZFW, Max ZFW, BRW, Payload 5.1.12 Concept of optimum altitude 3 Max range `G' Limit altitude Wing altitude Trade Max endurance speeds Step climbs Cost Index cruise speeds



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6. SPECIFIC AIRCRAFT PERFORMANCE : 6.1 Dimensions and Configuration 4 6.2 Certified Wt. Limitations 4 6.3 General understanding of aircraft systems 1 6.4 Navigation and emergency equipment 2 6.5 Flight Planning 4 Climb, Cruise and descent speed schedules and data Fuel Requirements Payload calculations 6.6 Take-off Performance 4 Normal and Special operations 6.7 Enroute Performance 4 One engine inoperative data to restrict Max Take off weight due to obstacle enroute 6.8 Landing Performance : 4 LDR in dry and Wet runway conditions Contaminated runways Anti-skid in-operative operations Calculations of Max Landing Weight 6.9 Practical use of performance graphs. 4 Tables and manuals 6.10 Minimum Equipment List 3 Configuration Deviation List and DDPG implications for dispatch Dispatch Deviation arid procedure Guide 6.11 Extended range operations (ETOPS) 4 requirements and performance considerations 7. REGULATIONS 7.1 Duties & responsibilities of Flt Dispatchers 5



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7.2 A.I.P. 4 7.3 Indian Aircraft Rules 3 Study and application of sections relevant to dispatch 7.4 Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR) 3 Study of applicable regulations with emphasis on safety, fuel and oil requirements 7.5 Responsibility and authority of Pilot-in- 3 Command (PIC) 7.6 Regulations and procedures in event of 4 accident/incident 7.7 Air Traffic Control 3 Terminology and procedures, general rules of the air, IFR, VFR requirements, airspace classification, separation standards 7.8 ICAO Flight Plan 4 Contents, filing, validity 7.9 NOTAMS 4 Distribution, classes, compilation and maintenance 7.10 Crew 3 Licence Requirements, Competency Regulations, Flight and Duty Time regulations, Rotering. 8. AERONAUTICAL INFORMATION/ROUTE MANUAL 8.1 Detailed study of 4 Enroute charts, terminal charts, SID, STARS, Airport Directory, LCN/PCN tables, chart NOTAMS 8.2 Organisation of manuals 4 Sections, page numbering, tailoring 8.3 Revision Procedures 4 Checklist 9. AERODROME OPERATING MINIMA



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9.1 Elements, Units and Interpretation 4 9.2 Take off Minima, landing minima, ETOPS minima 4 9.3 Un-serviceability of Ground facilities 4 and its effect on Wx. Minima. 10. CREW BRIEFING TECHNIQUES 10.1 Pre flight documentation 4 10.2 Counter dispatch 4 Preparation, presentation, sequence, emphasis on special items, use of NOTAM Bulletins, weather bulletins. Selection of alternate Airport due Forecast weather and Minima Requirements. 10.3 Through Dispatch Preparation, dropping flight plans, sending 4 flight plan release message 10.4 Remote Dispatch 4 Preparation, dropping flight plans, sending flight release message. 11. ADVISORY INFORMATION TO AIRCRAFT IN FLIGHT 11.1 Changes in the availability of Airport 3 facilities, Approach Aids and weather etc. 11.2 Supplementary information from MEL regarding System malfunction/failures 11.3 Company policy on flight watch, use of light 4 status system for monitoring flights, movement messages 11.4 Accident/incident reporting procedures 4 12. COMMUNICATIONS 12.1 Ground to Ground 3 AFTN, SITA, ARINC Systems, Priority codes, Formats, Limitations



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12.2 In-House Comm. System 3 12.3 Ground-Air-Ground 3 Use of VHF, HF in ATC and Company Communication, Limitations 12.4 Future Systems 2 SATCOM, AIRCOM, ACARS, ADS 13. CREW ADMINISTRATION 13.1 Company requirements for minimum complement 3 of crew 13.2 Company rules for crew FDTL and crew rest 3 13.3 Crew Scheduling considerations 14. HANDS ON TRAINING� 14.1 Demonstration of Flight Dispatch activities 4 in real time 14.2 Test 14.3 Review 15. HUMAN PERFORMANCE TRAINING CURRICULUM 15.1 Introduction to Human Factors in Aviation and 3 the Human Element (Aviation Physiology) 15.2 Interpersonal Relations 3 Factors influencing verbal and non-verbal communication between & with - Flight Crew - Cabin Crew - Maintenance Personnel - Company Management/Flight Operations Control - Air Traffic Services - Passengers B. TRANSITION AND/OR CONVERSION TRAINING 1. For each additional type of aircraft, 4



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the syllabus mentioned in paras 6.1 to 6.11 shall be applicable C. RECURRENT/REFRESHER TRAINING 1. Workshop on communications systems, MET 4 & NOTAM access procedures, Jeppesen Manuals, computerised flight planning 2. Review of accident/incident reporting 3 procedures weather minima interpretation 3. Exercises on take off performance, one for 4 each type/version of aircraft 4. Exercises in flight planning, using simplified 3 graphs, FCOM tables, range tables 5. Test 6. Review of test Note : Level of Knowledge 1 - Elementary Knowledge 2 - Basic Knowledge 3 - Adequate Knowledge 4 - Substantial Knowledge 5 - Comprehensive Knowledge ANNEXURE-1 DETAILS OF INSTRUCTIONAL HOURS TOPIC FOR CPL NON CPL HOLDERS ENTRANTS A. 1.1 To 1.6 1 14



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1.7 To 1.8 1 8 2.1 1 8 2.2 1 4 2.3 To 2.6 12 12 3.1 8 8 3.2 2 4 3.3 & 3.5 8 8 4.1 To 4.6.4 1 19 5.1 1/2 6 5.2 1 6 5.3 1 6 5.4 2 6 5.5.1 2 3 5.5.2 3 5 5.5.3 3 5 5.5.4 3 27



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6.1.1 To 6.1.6 1 14 6.2.1 To 6.2.6 2 13 7.1 To 7.4 4 12 7.5 To 7.7 8 14 7.8 To 7.10 8 6 8.1 2 2 8.2 To 8.4 2 4 8.5 To 8.7 1 9 8.8 2 3 8.9 2 1 8.10 3 3 8.11 2 3 9.1 To 9.3 16 16 10.1 To 10.3 6 6 11.1 To 11.3 16 16 12.1 To 12.3 16 16 13.1 To 13.2 4 4 14.1 To 14.3 4 4 15.1 To 15.2 9 9 B.1 20 32 C. 1 To 6 24 24 - Additional period for more Type of aircraft in the fleet.

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