AAI Course
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Aircraft Accident Investigation
The course is designed for individuals who have limited investigation experience. All aspects of the investigation process are addressed, starting with preparation for investigation through report writing. It covers National Transportation Safety Board and International (ICAO) procedures. Investigative techniques are examined with emphasis on fixed wing investigation. Data collection, wreckage reconstruction and cause analysis are also studied in the classroom.
Objectives: To provide concepts and practical techniques on aircraft investigation methodology.
Who Should Attend: Persons associated with aircraft accident investigation including manufacturers, operators, associations, insurers, air carriers, government agencies, law enforcement and military.
- Investigations
- Introduction and History
- Authority and Theory
- Principles of Investigation
- Initial Actions
- Site Safety
- Preliminary Field Investigations
- Investigation of Aircraft Fires
- Reciprocating Engines and Propellers
- Gas Turbine Engines
- Systems Investigation
- Inflight Breakup and Midair Collisions
- Technical Assistance
- Analysis and Report Writing
- Flight Data Recorders
- Cockpit Voice Recorders
- Technology
- Understanding Aircraft Stability
- Wind Shear - Aerodynamics
- Metal and Composite Materials
- Types of Material Failures
- Identifying Failures in the Field
- Human and Biomedical Factors
- Human Factors
- The Behavioral Anatomy of an Aircraft Accident
- Aeromedical Role in Investigation
- Media Relations
- Overview of Strategy
- Message Development and Thought Process
- Use of Techniques, Practical Application
- Critique and Analysis of Potential Situations
- The Role and Reality of Media in Accident Investigation