Human Factors in Aviation

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About the course

5-day (40 hours) classroom course

The study of Human Factors is about understanding human behavior and performance. When applied to aviation operations, Human Factors knowledge is used to optimize the fit between people and the systems in which they work in order to improve safety and performance. Gain a comprehensive overview of the effect and management of Human Factors in aviation with this IATA foundation course. The operational Human Factors knowledge gained on this course can also be applied to safety investigation activities..

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Course code: SAC032VEEN02

Course format

Prerequisites

How to register

In-house training

To arrange in-house training for your company, please complete the in-house training request form or contact the Training Specialist in your region.

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Human Factors in Aviation

Singapore, Singapore (IATA)
6 - 10 October, 2025
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Class no: 2609255
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USD 2,340
USD 3,010
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Human Factors in Aviation

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi (IATA)
24 - 28 November, 2025
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We recommend registering by 03 Nov to secure your place.
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Class no: 1358932
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USD 2,240
USD 2,910
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Human Factors in Aviation

Singapore, Singapore (IATA)
20 - 24 April, 2026
Register before Oct 20, 2025 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH). *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 30 Mar to secure your place.
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Class no: 2878621
English
USD 1,755
USD 2,258
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USD 2,509

Human Factors in Aviation

Switzerland, Geneva (IATA)
29 June - 3 July, 2026
Register before Dec 29, 2025 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH). *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 08 Jun to secure your place.
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Class no: 2948686
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Human Factors in Aviation

Chinese Taipei, Taipei (IATA)
17 - 21 August, 2026
Register before Feb 17, 2026 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH). *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 27 Jul to secure your place.
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Class no: 2883063
English
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Human Factors in Aviation

Canada, Montreal (IATA)
14 - 18 September, 2026
Register before Mar 14, 2026 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH). *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 23 Aug to secure your place.
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Class no: 2886172
English
USD 1,755
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Human Factors in Aviation

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi (IATA)
23 - 27 November, 2026
Register before May 23, 2026 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH). *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 02 Nov to secure your place.
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Class no: 2890715
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USD 2,258
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What you will learn

On completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Be conversant about basic aviation Human Factors concepts
  • Understand key human performance issues relevant to aviation operations
  • Integrate Human Factors knowledge into key areas of aviation operations
  • Apply operational Human Factors knowledge to safety investigation activities

Course content

The key topics that are covered during this course include:

  • Definitions, concepts and history
  • Aviation Human Factors, management and the organization
  • Human performance in aviation operations
  • Fatigue and stress and how to manage them
  • Human information processing and operational decision-making
  • Human error and threat management
  • Threat and Error Management (TEM) in flight operations, air traffic control and cabin operations
  • Resource management training on the flight deck and in air traffic control
  • Automation in the workplace
  • The design of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and checklists

Activities

  • Case studies
  • Group exercises

Who should attend

This course is recommended for:

  • All aviation roles especially safety-critical ones
  • Pilots, flight crew, airline managers and operational staff
  • Air traffic controllers and ANSP management
  • Civil aviation authority, and aircraft maintenance staff

Certificate awarded

An IATA Certificate of Completion is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 70% or higher on all exercises and exams. A special distinction is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 90% or higher.

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