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EMB-145 Recurrent Training Guide

This manual serves as a guide for ExpressJet EMB-145 pilots preparing for recurrent training, emphasizing the importance of reviewing source materials alongside this unofficial guide. It introduces the Advanced Qualification Program (AQP), which shifts the focus of recurrent training from pass/fail evaluations to enhancing safety through realistic training scenarios. The training is structured into modules, including ground training and simulator sessions, designed to cover various operational procedures and improve crew coordination.

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EMB-145 Recurrent Training Guide

This manual serves as a guide for ExpressJet EMB-145 pilots preparing for recurrent training, emphasizing the importance of reviewing source materials alongside this unofficial guide. It introduces the Advanced Qualification Program (AQP), which shifts the focus of recurrent training from pass/fail evaluations to enhancing safety through realistic training scenarios. The training is structured into modules, including ground training and simulator sessions, designed to cover various operational procedures and improve crew coordination.

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EMB-145/EMB-135 RG I.

Introduction

I. INTRODUCTION
About This Manual
This guide is designed to help current ExpressJet EMB-145 pilots prepare for recurrent training. This document
contains an overview of topics and procedures commonly encountered in recurrent training that are not commonly
experienced on the line. It is important to remember that this unofficial guide is just a review of the basics. It is
recommended that you still study the source material (OM Vol. I, OM Vol. II, and the FOM) in order to effectively
prepare for recurrent training.
Contact me at JacobRSmith02@[Link] if you have any comments, corrections, or suggestions.

An Introduction to Advanced Qualification Program (AQP)


In an attempt to change recurrent training from strictly a pass/fail event focused on the individual, the FAA and
airline training departments have developed a training program focused on improving industry safety. The new
training program is called Advanced Qualification Program (AQP). The training program takes lessons learned
from actual operations (ASAP, FOQA, LOSA, etc.) and develops realistic training events designed to evaluate not
only a pilot’s technical knowledge and flying skills but also their CRM skills.
In addition to the change in training goals, AQP also changes the standards pilots are held to. In developing AQP,
the FAA realized that abnormal procedures such as stalls, steep turns, and V1 cuts are normally only experienced
during checking events in simulators. Instead of the outcome of a pilot’s training event dependent on whether or
not a pilot is able to maintain altitude during a steep turn, pilots are allowed to be retrained (except for the KV and
LOE) without it resulting in a failed checking event.
Recurrent training is divided into several modules: Recurrent ground training, Special Purpose Operational
Training (SPOT), Knowledge Validation (KV), Maneuvers Validation (MV), and Line Operational Evaluation (LOE).
Recurrent ground training is done in a classroom environment over a two-day period and is separate from the
simulator portion. The SPOT, KV, MV, and LOE are done over another two-day period and include simulator
sessions.
Recurrent ground training reviews systems, SOPs, the FOM, and any other special items the training department
wants to reinforce (usually related to the SPOT topics). A review of Threat and Error Management (TEM)
techniques is also done.
The SPOT is incorporated in the brief prior to the first simulator session. This allows the training department to
focus on company specific procedures or problems encountered on the line. This could include clarification on
AeroData procedures, checklist changes, or how to best implement a new procedure. After the SPOT, the crew
will go to the simulator to conduct the MV. During the MV procedures such as aborted takeoffs, missed
approaches, steep turns, and One Engine Inoperative (OEI) operations are done. Since these procedures are
rarely practiced, each pilot can be “trained to proficiency” by the instructor. The second day normally includes the
KV. During the KV, the instructor can ask any questions related to the operation of the aircraft and company
policies. After the KV, additional SPOT topics are discussed and performed in the simulator. Prior to the LOE, a
first look item is performed. The first look item allows the training department to see how crews react to something
unexpected. The crew is not being tested during the first look item; it is merely helps the training department
determine what may need to be included in future training. After a break, the LOE is conducted. The LOE is
designed to represent a normal flight with realistic abnormalities. During the LOE, crew coordination is paramount.

Typical AQP Simulator Training Schedule


DAY 1 DAY 2
Brief: SPOT Brief: KV
AeroData procedures Review of manuals/Jepps
Windshear Limitations
Simulator: SPOT System test procedures
Windshear escape maneuver SPOT
Parallel ILS breakout Mountainous terrain
MV Simulator: SPOT
Aborted takeoff RNAV departure & arrival
Engine failure/fire at V1 CFIT maneuver
Single engine ILS approach First Look Item
Rejected landing Unusual attitudes
Missed approach procedure LOE
RVR below 1200’ taxi
Generator failure
LOC 13 into KCRP 1-1

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The recurrent training model under AQP comprises Recurrent Ground Training, Special Purpose Operational Training (SPOT), Knowledge Validation (KV), Maneuvers Validation (MV), and Line Operational Evaluation (LOE). Recurrent Ground Training focuses on theoretical knowledge within a classroom setting, SPOT is integrated into simulator sessions to address company-specific procedures, KV involves questions related to aircraft operation and policies, MV covers practical procedures like OEI, and LOE evaluates performance in a realistic flight scenario .

KV sessions contribute to adherence to operating standards and policies by rigorously testing pilots' understanding of both aircraft operations and company regulations. These sessions ensure that pilots remain knowledgeable about critical updates and are constantly aligned with the company's operational expectations, which is essential for maintaining consistency and safety across the board .

The LOE emphasizes crew coordination by simulating a normal flight with realistic abnormalities, requiring pilots to work collaboratively to manage unexpected situations. This is critical in AQP training as it mirrors real-world operations where effective team management is essential for safety. The evaluation focuses on CRM skills, underscoring the importance of teamwork under pressure .

The 'first look item' is included to observe how pilots react to unexpected situations without grading them. This benefits the training department by identifying areas that may require additional focus in future training sessions. For the pilots, it provides invaluable practice in handling unforeseen events, reinforcing their adaptive and problem-solving skills .

Simulator training in AQP addresses challenges of rare occurrences such as engine failures and steep turns by providing a controlled environment where pilots can practice and refine their reactions and procedures. This "train to proficiency" approach allows pilots to develop muscle memory and confidence in handling low-frequency, high-risk events, enhancing their ability to maintain composure and execute correct actions in real situations .

Separating Recurrent Ground Training from simulator sessions allows pilots to focus on understanding theoretical knowledge in a classroom setting before applying this knowledge practically in simulations. This structure ensures a clear understanding of systems and standard operating procedures (SOPs), which benefits pilots by reinforcing learning and improving performance during practical maneuvers .

The AQP differs from traditional pilot training methods by focusing on improving industry safety rather than strictly pass/fail outcomes. Under AQP, the focus is on realistic training events that evaluate both technical knowledge and CRM skills. Unlike traditional methods, AQP allows pilots to be retrained for events such as stalls, steep turns, and V1 cuts without automatic failure, except for Knowledge Validation (KV) and Line Operational Evaluation (LOE).

During the MV segment, pilots practice operational procedures such as aborted takeoffs, missed approaches, steep turns, and single engine Inoperative (OEI) operations. These procedures are critical as they present complex scenarios that require precision and skill, which are seldom experienced outside simulator training .

AQP leverages lessons from ASAP, FOQA, and LOSA by incorporating insights gained from these operational safety programs into its training curriculum. By analyzing real-world incidents and safety data, AQP develops training scenarios that are more reflective of actual challenges pilots may encounter, thereby improving preparedness and response capabilities .

TEM plays a crucial role in recurrent training under AQP by enhancing pilots' ability to recognize and manage threats and errors. This includes reviewing techniques for error prevention and mitigation during Recurrent Ground Training, which prepares pilots for practical applications in high-stakes environments, contributing to overall safety and performance .

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