Crew Resource Management (CRM) Implementation (LIVE virtual classroom)
Did you know that in the past 3 years, 178 participants from 23 countries have taken this course with IATA?
About the course
3-day (9 hours) LIVE virtual classroom course

Strategies to optimize your use of staff, equipment and procedures to prevent error at each phase of flight. Human error accounts for up to 80% of accidents in civil aviation. This course examines the complex threat and error environments common to today’s workplace, providing best practices to increase flight safety. A recognized standard throughout the industry, IATA’s Crew Resource Management (CRM) training is used by leading airlines to improve teamwork within their crews and reduce the frequency of accidents.

Course code: TALS-44-VC
Course format
- The live sessions of this virtual classroom course are delivered by an official IATA Instructor.
- The course will take you approximately 9 hours to complete and be held over 3 consecutive days.
- The live sessions will require your participation, with multiple Q&A sessions and additional time spent on self-study material including projects, research, additional reading and videos.
- Student performance will be based on an assessment.
Technical requirements
Please verify your hardware, software and network to support your upcoming course with IATA Training.
Prerequisites
- Recommended level is Intermediate and Advanced.
- The recommended level of language proficiency is ICAO Operational Level 4 for courses in English or the equivalent level for other languages.
How to register
To arrange in-house training for your company: Complete the in-house training request form or contact the B2B Training Specialist in your region.
Virtual venues
We schedule our virtual classroom courses through one of 3 virtual venues, each in a different time zone for your convenience. For more information, please visit our page on virtual classroom timing or contact our Customer Portal.
Please check the exact schedule of each class below (View more details) and click ‘Register’.
Next class
Virtual Session Asia (IATA)
13 - 15 June, 2023
Register before May 23, 2023 to take advantage of the USD100 Early Bird discount. The price below includes this discount.
Please register by 30 May
Find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 172643
English
2 additional classes are scheduled
Virtual Session EMEA (IATA)
8 - 10 August, 2023
Register before May 08, 2023 to take advantage of the 20% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 25 Jul
Find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 172841
English
Virtual Session Asia (IATA)
12 - 14 September, 2023
Register before Jun 12, 2023 to take advantage of the 20% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 29 Aug
Find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 172644
English
What you will learn
On completion of this course you will be able to:
- Develop strategies to manage threats and errors and minimize their consequences
- Describe the importance of an integrated CRM program for all areas of an organization
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Explain how CRM supports a Safety Management System (SMS)
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Design effective Line Oriented Flight (LOFT) sessions
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Establish a robust CRM training program that includes theory and practice
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Apply Non-Technical Skill (NTS) tools to assess attitudes and behaviors
Course content
The key topics that are covered during this course include:
- Threat and error management
- Safety defenses
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Operational threats
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Latent threats
- CRM integration
- How CRM influences SMS effectiveness
- IOSA Standards and Recommended Practices
- CRM implementation tools
- CRM considerations in Line Oriented Flight Training (LOFT) design
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LOFT objectives and guidance
- Non-Technical Skills (NTS)
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Identifying behaviors
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NTS tools
- CRM implementation plan
- CRM implementation exercise
Activities
- Group exercises
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Case studies reviewing the causes of recent accidents
Who should attend
This course is recommended for all mid- to senior-level airline management working with:
- Flight and cabin crews
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Flight operations
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Safety and quality
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.