PANS - OPS
Procedures for Air Navigation Services –Aircraft Operations
The
"Procedures for Air Navigation Services – Aircraft Operations
(PANS-OPS)" course is a specialized and important training in the
field of aviation, focusing on the principles and international standards
approved by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) for
designing approach, departure procedures, and air routes in a manner that
ensures the highest levels of safety and efficiency. The course aims to enable
participants to understand and analyze PANS-OPS applications, thereby enhancing
their ability to make accurate decisions in planning and managing air
operations. This training is essential for engineers, air planners, air traffic
controllers, and all personnel working in the air navigation sector to ensure
operations comply with global standards and achieve smooth and safe air traffic
flow.
Why “PANS-OPS course" at The Only
Solution for Training and Consulting?
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A course designed by aviation experts with
updated content that keeps pace with the latest developments in PANS-OPS.
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Qualified trainers with extensive practical
experience, carefully and precisely selected.
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An interactive and engaging learning
environment through case studies, applications, and realistic exercises.
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Continuous support and follow-up from our
specialized team.
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Free consultation for one full month after
completing the program to support post-training progress.
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Issuance of accredited certificates that
enhance your CV and validate your competency:
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Certificate of attendance from the Only
Solution Training and Consulting
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Accredited certificate from Cambridge
Training College Britain
The target group for PANS-OPS course
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Engineers and airspace planners
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Air traffic controllers
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All personnel working in the air navigation
sector
PANS – OPS Course Objectives
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Understand the principles and international
standards for designing air navigation procedures (PANS-OPS) in accordance with
ICAO documents such as Doc 8168 and Doc 9905.
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Acquire the necessary skills to analyze and
design SID, STAR, and instrument approach procedures, considering obstacles,
navigation, and protection areas.
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Become familiar with the design tools and
software used, and apply best practices in validation, review, and approval of
operational procedures.
Training Topics for the PANS – OPS Course
Introduction to PANS-OPS
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Definition and importance
of PANS-OPS in aviation safety
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Purpose of procedure
design: obstacle clearance, route efficiency, and operational safety
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Key ICAO documentation:
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ICAO Doc 8168 (PANS-OPS Vol. I & II)
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ICAO Doc 9905 (RNP AR Procedure Design
Manual)
Regulatory Framework and Standards
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ICAO Standards and
Recommended Practices (SARPs)
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Relevant ICAO Annexes:
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Annex 10 – Aeronautical Telecommunications
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Annex 11 – Air Traffic Services
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ICAO Doc 4444 (PANS-ATM)
overview for coordination with ATS
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Integration with regional
regulations: EASA, MID Region guidelines
Flight Phases Relevant to Procedure
Design
Departure Phase:
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Standard Instrument
Departures (SID) design
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Considerations for terrain,
obstacle clearance, and navigation aid coverage
En-Route Phase:
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Design of airways and route
segments
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RVSM airspace
considerations and flight levels
Arrival & Approach Phase:
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Standard Terminal Arrival
Routes (STAR)
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Initial, intermediate,
final, and missed approach segments
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Use of ILS, RNAV (GNSS),
VOR/DME, and RNP-AR in approach design
Navigation Specifications and Technology
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RNAV and RNP: basic
principles and performance requirements
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GNSS-based procedures and
integration with conventional navigation aids
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Design using VOR/DME, NDB
in non-GNSS environments
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Path terminators and
sequencing of leg types (Fly-by, Fly-over, etc.)
Obstacle Assessment and Safety Criteria
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Obstacle clearance surfaces
(OCS) and protected areas
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Minimum sector altitudes
(MSA) and minimum obstacle clearance altitudes (MOCA)
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Criteria for terrain and
obstacle analysis
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Use of obstacle databases
and digital terrain models (DTMs)
Overview of Software Tools Used in Flight
Procedure Design
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Introduction to specialized
software used globally (e.g., ICAO FPP, TPD, AirNavCAD)
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Role of GIS platforms in
airspace and obstacle analysis
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How digital tools support
AIP charting and ARINC 424 coding
Case Studies and Practical Applications
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Analysis of real-world
procedures (departure, en-route, approach)
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Redesign of procedures to
comply with new navigation specifications
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Workshop: Designing RNAV
and RNP approaches for challenging terrain
Quality Assurance and Safety Management
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Validation and verification
of procedure design
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Procedure review, simulation,
and flight validation
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Role of Safety Management
System (SMS) in design approval
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Documentation and
submission process to Civil Aviation Authorities