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Aircraft Pushback eLearning Now Available

  • Ari Ketola
  • 2 days ago
  • 2 min read

Safe and efficient aircraft pushback is a critical part of ramp operations. Errors during pushback can lead to serious safety incidents, aircraft damage, and operational disruptions.


To support ground handling organisations in strengthening operational safety and standardisation, Airport College International is pleased to launch its new Aircraft Pushback eLearning course.


Comprehensive Aircraft Pushback Training

The Aircraft Pushback eLearning course provides participants with a comprehensive overview of aircraft pushback operations. It explains the purpose, procedures, roles, communication methods, and safety requirements associated with pushback activities on the ramp.

The course focuses on standardised pushback practices and highlights the importance of:

  • Clear and correct communication

  • Proper use of approved equipment

  • Strict adherence to safety procedures


Participants gain a clear understanding of their responsibilities during pushback operations and how they contribute to safe aircraft movement in a complex ramp environment.


The course content follows the guidelines of IATA’s Airport Handling Manual (AHM) RMP12 – Aircraft Pushback, ensuring full alignment with globally accepted ground handling best practices.


Aircraft Pushback eLearning course

This Course is Designed for

  • Ramp handling personnel

  • Pushback tractor drivers

  • Wing walkers and marshallers

  • Ground handling staff involved in aircraft departure

  • Airport staff needing operational safety knowledge

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, a course participant will be able to:

  • Perform aircraft pushback operations safely and efficiently by following standard procedures, using approved equipment, and maintaining situational awareness on the ramp.

  • Communicate clearly and correctly with the flight crew and ground team using standard phraseology, hand signals, and approved communication methods.

  • Apply safety precautions and hazard controls to protect personnel, equipment, and aircraft during normal and abnormal pushback situations.

  • Respond appropriately to irregular operations and abnormal events by following approved procedures, stopping operations when required, and supporting safe incident management and reporting.

Note: This course covers the theory part of aircraft pushback training and must be followed by practical on-the-job training and/or assessment before participating in live operations.


Course Content

  • Course Introduction

  • Predeparture Activities

  • Aircraft Pushback

  • Pushback Maneuver

  • Engine Start

  • Pushback Disconnection and Completion

  • Communication After Departure

  • Course Summary

  • Final Test

Course Duration

Time required to study this course is 1 hour.

Certificate Awarded

Upon successful completion of the final test, participants will be awarded with an eCertificate.

Pricing

80 EUR per user. Special pricing is available for 10 or more users. Contact: sales@airportcollege.com

Ask for More Details

If you would like more information, a course outline, don’t hesitate to contact us.


We Are the Global Leader in Ground Handling eLearning

Airport College International’s online training solutions are used in over 140 countries worldwide. We offer a comprehensive portfolio of aviation eLearning courses in multiple languages to support the industry’s evolving training requirements.


We are actively working with new clients to help solve the aviation industry’s training and compliance challenges.


Best regards,


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