Interim Report - Introduction - EASA

INTERIM REPORT – DATA SUMMARY AND ANALYSIS
EASA.2009.OP.21
2.2.5.2.5 Training requirements and content
According to the respondents 19 (Figure 24), training courses are mainly based on AEA
recommendations (91%), service providers own requirements – usually based on AEA –
(80%), and airlines specific standards (59%).
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Figure 24: Training requirements & standards applying to de-icing / anti-icing
personnel
Therefore, theoretical (classroom) training contains most AEA elements, including the effects
of Type II/IV residues on aircraft systems and aerodynamics. 20
Practical training, a key element, is more complex to conduct than classroom training:
Training is conducted prior the winter season; therefore, practical operation in real conditions
is, in most cases, not possible immediately after theoretical training. While personnel may be
able to become familiar with manoeuvring de/icing units soon after the classroom course,
due to the lack of available aircraft and the cost of fluids, practical training on real aircraft
requiring de-icing / anti-icing is difficult; it is usually involves simulation by means of the
spraying of water. Therefore, operatives are trained during live operations under the
supervision of an instructor or experienced operatives (“On the Job Training” – OJT). Some
general uncertainties remain about the content and duration of such training (number and
type of aircraft de-iced under supervision), as well as the qualifications of the supervisors and
possible evaluation procedure.
19 Service Provider Questionnaire - Question 5.2: Indicate which Training Requirements & Standards
you apply to your de/anti-icing personnel
20 Service Provider Questionnaire - Question 5.8: Indicate which Training Requirements & Standards
you apply to your de/anti-icing personnel
59%
80%
91%