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Upset Prevention & Recovery Training (UPRT)

An Overview:

This course offers a detailed exploration of Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT), focusing on the techniques, strategies, and best practices for preventing and recovering from aircraft upsets. It emphasizes practical skills and theoretical knowledge essential for enhancing flight safety and handling unexpected in-flight situations.

Course Highlights:

  • Introduction to UPRT:
    Overview of Upset Prevention and Recovery Training, including the importance of UPRT in improving safety and handling flight upsets.
  • Understanding Aircraft Upsets:
    Examination of various types of aircraft upsets, including stalls, spins, and unusual attitudes, and their causes.
  • Prevention Strategies:
    Techniques and procedures for preventing upsets, including understanding aircraft limits, flight planning, and maintaining situational awareness.
  • Recovery Techniques:
    Detailed guidance on effective recovery techniques for different types of upsets, including step-by-step procedures and use of flight controls.
  • Simulator Training:
    Practical training in flight simulators to experience and manage upset scenarios, enhancing hands-on skills and decision-making under stress.
  • Human Factors:
    Exploration of human factors and psychological aspects affecting pilot performance during upset conditions, including stress management and decision-making.
  • Regulatory Requirements:
    Review of regulatory standards and recommendations for UPRT, including guidelines from ICAO, FAA, and EASA.
  • Safety and Risk Management:
    Best practices for managing risks associated with upsets, including safety protocols and emergency procedures.
  • Case Studies:
    Analysis of real-world incidents and case studies involving aircraft upsets, highlighting lessons learned and best practices.

Course Designed for:

This course is designed for aviation professionals, including pilots, flight instructors, and safety officers. It is ideal for those seeking to enhance their skills in preventing and recovering from aircraft upsets, improve flight safety, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards for UPRT.