ACADEMIC PATH TO THE ARLINE CAREER IN THE CHANGING JOB MARKET

ACADEMIC PATH TO THE ARLINE CAREER IN THE CHANGING JOB MARKET Jerzy Bakunowicz Rzeszów University of Technology, Aviation Training Centre tel: +48 17 77 13 316 e-mail: bakun@prz.edu.pl

Author Jerzy Bakunowicz, Ph.D. CEO of Aviation Training Centre of Rzeszow University of Technology. His career as flight instructor and academic teacher, scientific researcher and flight test engineer as well is connected with his mother university from the very beginning. His scientific fields of interest cover all aspects connected with strength and stability of aircraft structures not only numerical analysis and experiment, but also ground and in-flight verification. Member of ECAC-TRA/NET and Board by Polish Ministry of Infrastructure and Development Member of SFTE, EASN, SIMP and PTMTS. 2

Rzeszów University of Technology Founded in 1950 (65th Anniversary); 17 thousands students; 700 academic teachers; 6 faculties; Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Aeronautics Course in Aviation and Space Technology. 3

Rzeszów University of Technology Founded in 1950 (65th Anniversary); 17 thousands students; 700 academic teachers; 6 faculties; Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Aeronautics Course in Aviation and Space Technology. University is scientific leader of Aviation Valley Industrial Cluster: Established in 2003; 70 years of tradition in aviation industry; Over 22 000 qualified engineers and workers. 4

How to become an airline pilot 1. (-) 2. Gain a license 3. Fill with ratings 4. Collect flight experience 5. Become type-rated 6. Fulfill entry requirements 5

How to become an airline pilot Ourselves University Airline 1. Assesment of candidate 2. Gain a license 3. Fill with ratings 4. Collect flight experience 5. Become type-rated 6. Fulfill entry requirements 6

How to become an airline pilot Ourselves University Airline 1. Assesment of candidate 2. Gain a license 3. Fill with ratings 4. Collect flight experience 5. Become type-rated 6. Fulfill entry requirements NO 7

How to become an airline pilot Ourselves University Airline 1. Assesment of candidate 2. Gain a license 3. Fill with ratings 4. Collect flight experience 5. Become type-rated 6. Fulfill entry requirements NO NO NO NO NO NO 8

How to become an airline pilot Ourselves University Airline 1. Assesment of candidate 2. Gain a license 3. Fill with ratings 4. Collect flight experience NO NO NO NO 5. Become type-rated NO NO 6. Fulfill entry requirements NO 9

Academic path Rzeszów University of Technology has in its structures a specialized unit: Aviation Training Centre. Founded in 1977 as flight training organization mainly for Polish national airlines LOT. In 1990 it was fully took over by University. Similarly to all courses financed by Polish government, flight training is guaranteed for free. 10

Training infrastructure The own airfield with concrete runway within controlled airspace of neighboring international airport. 11

Training infrastructure Technical facilities providing not only line and hangar maintenance, but also giving opportunity for certified PART-147 training. 12

Training infrastructure 21 training aeroplanes covering classes from basic SEP to MEP with integrated avionics and aerobatic aeroplane. 3 training devices of FNPTII/MCC class. 13

ATP Integrated Course 1. The pilot training is incorporated into 4 year Bachelor and 1.5 year Master course. Starts in 3rd semester. 2. Candidates are selected carefully during 3rd semester among the best students of the year. 3. Annually, there are 24 students incorporated into ATP training. 4. For remaining students there are 10 places for CPL/IR/ME training and 6 places for CPL(H) training. 14

ATP Integrated Course 1. The pilot training is incorporated into 4 year Bachelor and 1.5 year Master course. Starts in 3rd semester. 2. Candidates are selected carefully during 3rd semester among the best students of the year. 3. Annually, there are 24 students incorporated into ATP training. 4. For remaining students there are 10 places for CPL/IR/ME training and 6 places for CPL(H) training. 5. Summarizing, 30 students each year have opportunity to start their aviation career. 15

ATP Integrated Course 1. The pilot training is incorporated into 4 year Bachelor and 1.5 year Master course. Starts in 3rd semester. 2. Candidates are selected carefully during 3rd semester among the best students of the year. 3. Annually, there are 24 students incorporated into ATP training. 4. For remaining students there are 10 places for CPL/IR/ME training and 6 places for CPL(H) training. 5. Summarizing, 30 students each year have opportunity to start their aviation career. 16

ATP Integrated Course Training phase (FCL) Months Dual PIC VFR IFR FNPT 1-3 13-21 30 61 91 - - VFR training, from the very first flight up to the advanced navigation and long range cross country. Performed on Socata TB-9 series. Cumulative Dual PIC VFR IFR FNPT 30 61 91 - - Total 91 17

ATP Integrated Course Training phase (FCL) Months Dual SPIC VFR IFR FNPT 4 25-33 26 20 20 26 24 Basic and advanced instrument flight training. Performed on IFR certified Liberty XL-2 and Piper PA-28 Arrow complex. FNPTII is equipped with generic SEP and SEP complex models. Cumulative Dual PIC VFR IFR FNPT 56 81 101 26 24 Total 161 18

ATP Integrated Course Training phase (FCL) Months Dual PIC VFR IFR FNPT 4 34-48 21-6 15 40 Instrument flight training for multi engine piston class aeroplane. Performed on Piper PA-34 Seneca V Avidyne glass cockpit and FNPTII with generic MEP model. Cumulative Dual PIC VFR IFR FNPT 77 81 107 41 64 Total 222 19

ATP Integrated Course Training phase (FCL) Months Dual PIC VFR IFR FNPT 5 40-48 - - - - 16 Multi Crew Cooperation Course performed on FNPTII with twin turboprop model. Cumulative Dual PIC VFR IFR FNPT 77 81 107 41 80 Total 238 20

Bonus Track Training phase (FCL) Months Dual PIC VFR IFR FNPT - 40-48 - - - - 12 Jet Orientation Course performed on FNPTII generic jet model of corporate class aeroplane. Cumulative Dual PIC VFR IFR FNPT 77 81 107 41 92 Total 250 21

ATP Integrated Course Alumni 1. The theoretical knowledge required by law is included in the academic course, mostly. Therefore, its level is higher than minimum. 2. The training standards are highly focused on prospective employment by air carriers (SOP, QRH, minima, procedures, etc.). 3. The student gains the license and ratings that may give him opportunity to apply for a job in airline. 22

ATP Integrated Course Alumni No matter how hard the student worked or the University tried to the alumni represent only a generic candidate for an airline pilot. 23

ATP Integrated Course Alumni Surprisingly, students finishing integrated course, are in the worse position than many other after modular one: Total flight experience of 250FH stands much less than entry requirements in many airlines, nevertheless students have IFR experience doubled, comparing to modular course; Some students try to gain more flight hours, but the longer it takes, the faster their proficiency decreases; There is a constant number of students, who resign from the final exam, which is rather expensive. 24

How to become an airline pilot Ourselves University Airline 1. Assesment of candidate 2. Gain a license 3. Fill with ratings NO 4. Collect flight experience 5. Become type-rated 6. Fulfill entry requirements Not necessary 25

ATP Integrated Course supported by Airline During last six years Rzeszów University of Technology cooperated with Polish regional airline EuroLOT, developing course strictly airline oriented. It based on several actions and milestones, which helped: University to select candidates and monitor their traits in training; Students to get knowledge and habits specific for airline environment; Airline to get well trained and prepared first officers with known professional resume. 26

ATP Integrated Course supported by Airline Candidate selection Flight training Individual and group assessment tests to identify best candidates for professional flight training. Incorporation of airline standards and procedures into every training phase, in the most advanced, such as IR or MCC especially; Providing of two-week line orientation training with observation flights in cockpit. Airline career Type rating training for group of best students; 500FH of FO experience. 27

ATP Integrated Course supported by Airline Within the timespan of the program, one group of students underwent it completely: entry assessment for training; flight training according to the airline standards and procedures; group of eight passed theoretical course for DHC-8 Q400; airline picked two of them for type rating and FO. 28

ATP Integrated Course supported by Airline Within the timespan of the program, one group of students underwent it completely: entry assessment for training; flight training according to the airline standards and procedures; group of eight passed theoretical course for DHC-8 Q400; airline picked two of them for type rating and FO. unfortunately, our partner disappeared from the market. 29

Summary There are several sources of candidates for airline pilots. One of them is certified training organized by the University. 30

Summary There are several sources of candidates for airline pilots. One of them is certified training organized by the University. Regardless of financial model (private venture, state owned, with or without tuition) the training model should be attractive for students and have economic justification. For today student you become a pilot prompting is far less than enough. 31

Summary There are several sources of candidates for airline pilots. One of them is certified training organized by the University. Regardless of financial model (private venture, state owned, with or without tuition) the training model should be attractive for students and have economic justification. For today student you become a pilot prompting is far less than enough. Comparing air carriers to the other potential employers in aerospace industry their offer for students is the worst to none. 32

Thank you for your attention Jerzy Bakunowicz Rzeszów University of Technology, Aviation Training Centre tel: +48 17 77 13 316 e-mail: bakun@prz.edu.pl