The Third Edition (2020) of ICAO Doc 9868 (PANS-TRG) serves as the current standard, incorporating extensive provisions for Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) across aviation roles. This edition, effective since November 2020, introduces specific updates regarding Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT) and Evidence-Based Training (EBT). Detailed information on this standard is available at the ICAO Store.
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, shifting the focus from "how many hours" to "how well" personnel can perform critical tasks. The latest updates increasingly integrate high-tech training environments and new professional roles into this framework. Core Updates & Key Pillars The Third Edition (2020) of ICAO Doc 9868
The recent iterations and amendments to Doc 9868 focus on transitioning the industry from traditional hours-based training to a more dynamic, safety-centric model: effective since November 2020
Post-pandemic, remote learning is here to stay. The UPD explicitly defines which parts of theoretical knowledge (KSA – Knowledge, Skills, Attitudes) can be delivered via distance learning and which require physical presence (e.g., fire fighting drills).
Current certification status (initial vs. recurrent training focus) Personnel type (pilots, ATCs, or maintenance)