Flight Simulation Training Device (FSTD) Qualification Criteria ICAO 9625 Document An Overview of the work done by the RAeS Helicopter International Working Group (H-IWG) Presented to IHSS 2011 in Fort Worth, Texas, USA 9 Feb 2011 Stéphane Clément H-IWG Co-Chairman And Director of Safety and Regulatory Affairs, CAE Inc. Helicopter IWG
Contents Helicopter simulation training today The H-IWG ICAO 9625 Document Vol. 2 Potential benefits 1 Helicopter IWG
Helicopter Simulation Training Today Who are the typical users? Mostly medium & heavy helicopter fleet users Perhaps 25% of commercial helicopter pilots worldwide? What for? Typically type / instrument ratings Some LOFT 2
Today: Lack of harmony in H-FSTDs 3 3 FAA JAA ICAO PC ATD NG DSD Basic ATD Adv ATD FTD 1 FTD 2 FTD 3 BITD FNPT I FNPT II FNPT III MCC FTD 4 FTD 1 FTD 5 FTD 2 FTD 3 FTD 6 FTD 7 B C D A B C D No material available for Helicopter Existing devices defined by technological capabilities No clear indication of FSTD capabilities with respect to pilot licenses, ratings, checks, etc. Different names Not exact equivalents Problematic for mutual recognition (inefficient) Problematic for international stakeholders
The Helicopter IWG Challenge Help improve safety by developing the first ICAO document on qualification criteria for helicopter FSTDs: Based on helicopter pilots training needs Clarity of FSTD capabilities Basis for international harmonisation Facilitate wider access 4
The H-IWG Composition Two sub-groups: Training and Technical International representation Experience drawn from many stakeholders: Regulators Helicopter OEMs Helicopter operators Training organizations FSTD manufacturers 5
H-IWG Methodology & Work Progress No existing ICAO document to start from Developed a customized Helicopter Pilot Training Matrix Licenses, ratings and operator-specific training Specified simulation features Assessed levels of simulation fidelity for training, testing, checking tasks Followed Airplane IWG methodology where useful Public messaging of H-IWG work, and consultation Submitted work with FSTD baselines and full documentation to ICAO (summer 2011) Publication by ICAO: expected early 2012 Projected Adoption by National Aviation Authorities members of ICAO (190+) 6
H-IWG Scope of Work Based on core tasks for 6 phases of flight Pre and post flight Departure In flight Manoeuvres Instrument flight Approach and Landing Plus principal malfunctions as well 7
Helicopter IWG Training Contexts PPL Private Pilot License CPL Commercial Pilot License IR (I) Initial Instrument Rating IR (R) Recurrent Instrument Rating ATPL Air Transport Pilot License TR (I) Initial Type Rating Re (90) Recency (Take-off & Landing) RL Recurrent License OS Operator Specific 8
FSTD Simulation Features for H-IWG Helicopter Simulation Cueing Simulation Environment Simulation Flight Model Aero & Engine Aircraft Systems Ground Handling Flight Controls & Forces Cockpit layout Sound Cue Visual Cue Motion Cue Vibration Cue Environment ATC Environment Weather Environment Navigation Environment Airport & Terrain 9
10 Snapshot of the Task Analysis 3 Simulation Fidelity Levels: Generic, Representative, Specific
5 Proposed ICAO Standard FSTD Types Type V (full motion): Potential up to Zero-Flight-Time 100% Type Rating Training with Checking Type IV (slightly reduced motion): 100% Type Rating Training (not checking) & 65% Recurrent Checking Type III: (non-motion.with vibrations) 100% Type Rating Training (not checking) 100% Recurrent Training (not checking) Type II: Non specific VFR Trainer (>85%) & IFR Trainer (83%) 11 11 Type I: Non specific IFR Trainer (91%)
The 5 ICAO BASELINE FSTDs Cockpit Layout & Structure Flight Model (Aero and Engine) Ground Handling Helicopter Systems (ATA) Flight Controls & Forces Sound Cue Visual Display Cue Vibration Cue Motion Cue Environment - Navigation Environment - Weather Environment - Landing Areas & Terrain Environment - ATC (Voice) Type V S S S S S R S S R S S S G Type IV S S S S S R S S R1 S S S G Type III S S S S S R S R N S S S G Type II (VFR) R R G R R G S G N S R R G Type I (IR) R R G R R G G G N S G G G 12
New ICAO 9625 Doc. in 2 Volumes Volume 1 Volume 2 Published by ICAO in July 2009 Submitted by H-IWG to ICAO. Technical review almost completed by ICAO Initial publication early 2012 13 13
Benefits of FSTD Training beyond the regulatory exercise Pure value of training, and available when needed Under close oversight of chief pilot and instructor who knows the pilot s needs Training for Operational & Role / Mission Training for decision making Training for abnormal and emergency conditions Training for malfunctions Training for CRM / MCC Flexibility when bad weather and maintenance issue Aircraft continues revenue operations Capacity to reposition, replay, brief / debrief, etc. 14 14 14
Potential Benefits of ICAO 9625 Volume 2 Relevant FSTD Definitions - driven by Training Needs FSTD capabilities to support Training, Testing & Checking tasks based on Pilot Licenses and Ratings & Operators needs ICAO document Basis for international harmonization & mutual recognition Allows a more consistent approach by FSTD OEMs Reduction of administrative burdens for stakeholders Environmentally friendly Cost Reductions Improve the quality of training worldwide Flexibility in approach Improved Safety 15
Possible Stage 2 of H-IWG: Mission Specific HEMS Loads SAR Fire Survey Offshore 16
17 Thank you for your attention