ETOPS Initial Training for Continuing Airworthiness and Maintenance Personnel

Course Overview

This course covers the principles, regulatory framework, systems requirements, operational procedures and fuel planning associated with ETOPS/EDTO operations. It is designed for maintenance and continuing airworthiness personnel who support extended-range operations, and includes practical case studies to highlight lessons learned and best practices.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the fundamentals and evolution of ETOPS/EDTO operations.
• Interpret key ICAO, EASA and FAA requirements relevant to ETOPS.
• Describe ETOPS airworthiness, systems and maintenance requirements.
• Apply operational planning, diversion and in-flight monitoring principles for ETOPS flights.
• Perform fuel planning and usable fuel calculations for ETOPS dispatch.
• Assess economic trade-offs and emerging trends affecting ETOPS operations.

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction & Fundamentals

• 1.1 Introduction to ETOPS / EDTO
• 1.2 ETOPS benefits in aviation
• 1.3 Historical background and evolution
• 1.4 ETOPS rule comparison
• 1.5 Examples of ETOPS-approved aircraft and routes

Module 2: Regulatory Framework

• 2.1 ICAO Annex 6 – ETOPS requirements
• 2.2 EASA regulations
  • • AMC1 CAT.OP.MPA.140
  • • Air OPS – CAT.OP.MPA.140
• 2.3 FAA regulations
  • • 14 CFR Part 121 – §121.161

Module 3: Aircraft & Systems Requirements

• 3.1 ETOPS maintenance programmes
• 3.2 ETOPS approval process
• 3.3 ETOPS certification considerations
• 3.4 ETOPS engine reliability standards
• 3.5 Weighing pros and cons for aircraft selection

Module 4: Flight Operations & Procedures

• 4.1 Route selection and planning
• 4.2 Maximum diversion time and diversion distance
• 4.3 In-flight monitoring and provisioning
• 4.4 ETOPS/EDTO dispatch limitations and controls

Module 5: Fuel Planning

• 5.1 Fuel requirements standard for ETOPS
• 5.2 Pre-flight usable fuel calculation and contingencies

Module 6: Economics & Future Outlook

• 6.1 Cost savings vs three- or four-engine operations
• 6.2 Future of ETOPS/EDTO with next-generation aircraft
• 6.3 Emerging technologies and regulatory trends

Module 7: Case Studies

• 7.1 United Airlines Flight 1175
• 7.2 Delta Air Lines Flight 128

Who Should Attend

• Continuing airworthiness & CAMO personnel
• Part-145 maintenance organisation engineers and technicians
• Maintenance planners and reliability engineers
• Flight operations and dispatch staff involved in ETOPS planning
• Quality, safety and compliance managers
• Regulatory inspectors and auditors
• Anyone responsible for ETOPS approval, maintenance or operational support

Final Assessment & Certification

Upon completion, participants will take a final assessment to demonstrate their understanding. A Certificate of Completion will be awarded to those who meet the passing criteria.

• Mode: Online
• Course Duration: 36 Minutes
• Validity: 365 Days
• We carefully evaluate the candidates taking up this course. Email us at info@academyaviationonline.com and share your interest in taking up this course.