Ep146: Understanding AQP, the Next Generation of Airline Training

Ready 4 Pushback

Nik Fialka

Aviation, Business, Careers, Leisure

5.0 • 797 Ratings

🗓️ 3 June 2024

⏱️ 64 minutes

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Summary

Dive into cutting-edge aviation training with guest Sam Tomanio. Explore how harnessing data enhances simulation, the transformative impact of a specialized program, and the crucial documentation shaping a top-tier training experience. Join us for insights that elevate aviation expertise.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE

Advanced Qualification Program: It's training process and what makes it different
The impact of AQP in the aviation industry's training culture
How data collected from simulations improves flight training
Importance of a precise instructor evaluation program in aviation training
Essential documentation for developing a high-caliber AQP

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED

Read more about the AQP Program's gold standard at AC 120-54A - Advanced Qualification Program and 14 CFR Part 121 Training Program Review.

ABOUT SAM TOMANIO

Sam is a retired airline pilot at American Airlines. As a freelance, Sam had an aviation technical writing gig that focused on aviation manual development, including training manuals, pilot handbooks and QRHs, AQP manuals, and curriculum development

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0:00.0	To develop an AQP program does require some resources.
0:03.0	There's no getting around it.
0:04.0	You can tailor it to each individual fleet.
0:06.0	That's the beauty of AQP.
0:08.0	Your training program should be robust enough,
0:10.0	where as the entry-level skills of your customers are changing,
0:15.0	then you should be able to adapt.
0:17.0	Most pilots don't understand what career opportunities
0:20.0	are available in the world of aviation.
0:22.9	They're making career decisions based on advice from friends or posts on internet forums,
0:28.5	meaning they are taking huge risks with their livelihood without having all the details.
0:33.8	This podcast was created to help you understand the aviation industry so you can find your dream job.
0:40.7	Let's get ready for pushback.
0:42.9	Here's your host and my dad, Nick Fialca.
0:46.8	Hey, pilots.
0:49.0	Welcome back.
0:49.9	Here we are.
0:50.5	You found Ready for Pushback.
0:51.9	It's another interview episode.
0:56.2	You know I put out two a week.
1:05.2	On Monday is an interview episode. And on Thursday, as always me giving you some motivation with one of my solo episodes.
1:12.9	Today's interview comes from a really cool person who reached out to me on the socials. His name is Sam Tomonio and he is a fascinating, fascinating man. He's actually a retired pilot. And if you have
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