Airport Familiarization

Overview

About this course

4.0h$95

This course is designed to familiarize learners with the general layout, and key structures and features of an airport. The course is mapped to and aligns with the following international standards:

NFPA 460, Standard for Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Services at Airports
ICAO Airport Services Manual Part 1 – Doc 9137, Rescue and Firefighting
ICAO Annex 14 – Chapter 9.2
EASA 139 – ADR.OPS.B.010

Competencies

Competencies obtained

On completion of this course participants will be able to:

Identify the key airside features of the airport, including runways, taxiways, and apron areas.
Describe key airside safety features, including stopways, Runway End Safety Areas (RESAs), runway holding positions, and runway guard lights.
Describe the equipment and unique hazards found on the apron.
Explain the meaning of the markings, lighting, and signage found on the airside at an airport.
Explain the purpose of crash gates for ARFF personnel.
Identify the purpose and basic types of navigational aids found at an airport.
Identify hazardous and restricted areas on or in the vicinity of the airport, including areas around navigational aids.
Correctly interpret the information conveyed by wind indicators and tower lighting signals.
Describe the location, function, and hazards of the major facilities found at an airport, including those represented by the COPHAL acronym.

Content

Course content

This course covers the following topics:

Introduction

Runway

Taxiway

Apron Area

Lighting

Crash Gates

Navigational Aids and Restricted Areas

Major Facilities On/Or In The Vicinity Of The Airport

Enroling

Who should enrol?

Personnel involved in aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) or emergency response activities.
Seasoned ARFF personnel looking to update and expand their knowledge.
Those looking to commence their career as an aviation rescue fire fighter.
Anyone seeking to build or refresh their knowledge and skills to perform effectively in an ARFF environment.

ARFF Fire Captain

Leads airport fire and rescue personnel, overseeing emergency response operations and ensuring safety and compliance standards.

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Yes – Ceventas, the company behind Klayo and the Online Learning Centre, is an ICAO TRAINAIR Plus member and all courses are accredited by Airports Council International (ACI).