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.

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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.

5. INITIAL TRAINING :

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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.

(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.

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(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 :

(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.

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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, 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.

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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
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.

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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.

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

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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
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;

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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 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.

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12.1 In the event of an emergency, a Flight Dispatcher shall:

a) 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.

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.

( Kanu Gohain )
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
International Date Line
Conversion from one to other

1.7 Sun Rise, Sun Set and twilight calculations 2

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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

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

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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

4.1 Atmosphere 3

4.1.1 Description of atmosphere, troposphere,

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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

4.2.5 Obscurity
Mist, Fog, Smog and Haze
Types of Fog
Favourable conditions and impact of radiation,

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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.

4.5 Meteorological Services

4.5.1 Met organisations and their functions 2

India Meteorological Department (IMD)
World Meteorological Organisation (WMO)
Aeronautical Met Services

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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

5.1.3 Power Plants 2

Turbo-prop - Basic elements
Shaft Horse Power (SHP)
Water Methanol

5.1.4 Power Plants 3

Jet engines

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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

6. SPECIFIC AIRCRAFT PERFORMANCE :

6.1 Dimensions and Configuration 4

6.2 Certified Wt. Limitations 4

6.3 General understanding of aircraft systems 1

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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

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

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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

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

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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

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

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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

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

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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

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ANNEXURE-1

DETAILS OF INSTRUCTIONAL HOURS

TOPIC FOR CPL NON CPL

HOLDERS ENTRANTS

A. 1.1 To 1.6 1 14

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

6.1.1 To 6.1.6 1 14

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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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