ISCO Specialization 3153.2.3 Flight Instructor
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Flight Instructor: Flight instructors train both new and experienced pilots seeking to gain licences or experience in flying new aircraft, how to properly operate an aircraft according to regulations. They teach their students both the theory and practice of how to optimally fly and maintain an airplane, and they observe and evaluate student technique. They also focus on the regulations relating to operational and safety procedures specific to different (commercial) airline aircraft.
Essential Skills
- Assess Students
- Monitor Developments In Field Of Expertise
- Assist Students In Their Learning
- Give Constructive Feedback
- Teach Flying Practices
- Aircraft Flight Control Systems
- Observe Student'S Progress
- Apply Technical Communication Skills
- Assessment Processes
- Give Theory Lessons To Pilots
- Common Aviation Safety Regulations
- Ensure Student Welfare
- Use Different Communication Channels
- Apply Teaching Strategies
- Prepare Lesson Content
- Adapt Teaching To Student'S Capabilities
- Apply Intercultural Teaching Strategies
- Guarantee Students' Safety
- Operate Cockpit Control Panels
- Curriculum Objectives
Optional Skills
- Prepare Syllabuses For Vocational Courses
- Prepare Examinations For Vocational Courses
- Air Force Operations
- Operate Radio Navigation Instruments
- Aviation Meteorology
- Apply Military Aviation Regulations
- Provide Lesson Materials
- Apply Air Force Procedures
- Supervise Crew
- Perform Routine Flight Operations Checks
- Provide Advice On Pilot Licence Application Procedures
- Facilitate Teamwork Between Students
- Train Air Force Crew
- Perform Take Off And Landing
- Adapt Instruction To Labour Market
- Perform Flight Manoeuvres
- Undertake Procedures To Meet Helicopter Flight Requirements
- Write Work-Related Reports
- Coordinate Rescue Missions
- Manage Resources For Educational Purposes
- Perform Classroom Management
- Visual Flight Rules
- Evaluate Education Programmes
Alternative Names
- Flight Simulation Instructor
- Pilot Trainer
- Flying Instructor
- Occupational Flight Instructor
- Instructor In Flight
- Flight Instruction Practitioner
- Aviation Instructor
- Practitioner Of Flight Instruction
- Pilot Instructor
- Flying Trainer
