What Happened
Competency-Based Training To Improve Pilot Readiness
Airbus is transforming its pilot training approach by incorporating Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) for type rating initial training and command courses. The company has updated its entire pilot curriculum to the latest International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) CBTA standards, focusing on nine core competencies that cover both technical and non-technical skills. This shift aims to prepare pilots for complex, uncertain situations and improve their problem-solving and decision-making abilities. According to Simple Flying, Airbus has also introduced the Virtual Procedure Trainer to support CBTA, allowing pilots to practice cockpit procedures in a virtual environment before moving to a Full Flight Simulator.