Business Aviation & FBO Training
In business aviation, an FBO provides essential ground services for private and corporate aircraft at airports. Services include fuelling, hangar storage, ground handling, passenger lounges, and crew support. FBOs ensure a smooth and comfortable experience for business travellers and aircraft operators.
Roles within an FBO are similar to larger handling agents, although agents tend to be multi-skilled and perform functions both front and back of house.
Aviation Basics (GEN01)
- Approx. 90 mins
- Online self-paced e-learning
- Aligned to IATA and IBAC standards
- PDF Certificate upon completion
- Start anytime - access for 6 months
Provides an introduction to airport operations, ideal for new entrants into the industry. Learn key terms and make sense of the jargon used in commercial airport operations.
Basic Aviation Safety and SMS (GEN02)
- Approx. 90 mins
- Online self-paced e-learning
- Aligned to IATA and IBAC standards
- PDF Certificate upon completion
- Start anytime - access for 6 months
Essential general safety training for airport employees covers H&S responsibilities, noise awareness, fire safety, workplace accidents, aircraft damage reporting, first aid, and more.
Human Factors in Airport Ground Operations (GEN03)
- Approx. 90 mins
- Online self-paced e-learning
- Aligned to IATA and IBAC standards
- PDF Certificate upon completion
- Start anytime - access for 6 months
Provides an introduction to airport operations, ideal for new entrants into the industry. Learn key terms and make sense of the jargon used in commercial airport operations.
Airside Safety Awareness (GEN04)
- Approx. 90 mins
- Online self-paced e-learning
- Aligned to IATA and IBAC standards
- PDF Certificate upon completion
- Start anytime - access for 3 months
Ramp safety training is mandatory for anyone working in the airside environment of a commercial airport. Learn about hazards in the airside environment and safety advice.
Aircraft Weight and Balance Principles (LOD01)
- Approx. 2-3 hrs
- Online self-paced e-learning
- Aligned to IATA and IBAC standards
- PDF Certificate upon completion
- Start anytime - access for 3 months
Learn about weight and balance principles. Discover the terminology used in load planning documentation and the importance of W&B procedures.
Ground Occurrence Investigation (GEN09)
- Approx. 3-6hrs
- Online or Tutor-led Workshop
- Aligned to IATA and IBAC standards
- PDF Certificate upon completion
- Start anytime - access for 3 months
Identify the root cause of accidents and incidents in aviation. Produce corrective and preventative actions with practical advice on report writing and investigation techniques.
Dangerous Goods for FBO Multi-Skilled Operatives
- Approx. 2 hrs
- Online self-paced e-learning
- IATA CBTA Functions 7.4, 7.5
- PDF Certificate upon completion
- Start anytime - access for 3 months
Designed for personnel who work across functions, incl. check-in, gate, baggage handling and loading. IATA function 7.4 and 7.5, previously known as Category 8 and 9.
Hold Baggage Reconciliation (HBR) for FBO Multi-Skilled Operatives
- Approx. 2 hrs
- Online self-paced e-learning
- CAA/DfT Approved Syllabus
- PDF Certificate upon completion
- Start anytime - access for 3 months
HBR training for staff who work both front and back of house, on check-in, boarding, baggage handling and aircraft loading. Ideal for Fixed Based Operator personnel.
Hold Baggage Reconciliation (HBR) for Appointed Persons
- Approx. 2.5 hrs
- Blended (online and practical)
- CAA/DfT Approved Syllabus
- PDF Certificate upon completion
- Start anytime - access for 3 months
HBR training is required by anyone involved in the hold baggage reconciliation process. View options available depending on the job functions carried out.
General Security Awareness Training (GSAT)
- Approx. 60-90 mins
- Online self-paced e-learning
- CAA/DfT Approved Syllabus
- PDF Certificate upon completion
- Start anytime - access for 3 months
GSAT training is required for applicants or existing holders of a UK airport airside pass unless they have equivalent training. Bulk discounts available.
Trainer and Assessor Courses
Aviation Train the Trainer Certificate (GEN10)
- Approx. 35 hrs
- Online or Tutor-led Workshop
- Aligned to IATA and IBAC standards
- PDF Certificate upon completion
- Start anytime - access for 6 months
Designed for trainers in the aviation industry, learn how to deliver engaging classroom, remote or practical training. Aligned to IATA AHM1110 GEN10 and CPD Accredited.
Aviation On-the-Job Trainer Certificate
- Approx. 5 hrs
- Online or Tutor-led Workshop
- Aligned to IATA and IBAC standards
- PDF Certificate upon completion
- Start anytime - access for 6 months
Designed for on-the-job trainers, also known as line trainers in the aviation industry to provide foundational knowledge of training responsibilities and techniques.
Aviation Assessor Certificate
- Approx. 15 hrs
- Online or Tutor-led Workshop
- Aligned to IATA and IBAC standards
- PDF Certificate upon completion
- Start anytime - access for 6 months
Learn about the principles of assessment and use various assessment methods to verify employees are competent in their aviation job role. CPD Accredited.