Course Code / Title / Description	Hrs
A-100 Basic Aviation Safety The purpose of this course is to provide the aviation user with a foundation of knowledge, skills and abilities to safely utilize aircraft to accomplish agency missions. Topics include Mission Preparation and Planning, Pilot and Aircraft, Briefings, Operational Safety, Post Flight Duties, and Unmanned Aviation Systems (UAS).	5
A-103 FAA NOTAM System The class will focus on (1) explaining the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) System and mission-appropriate NOTAMs, (2) the difference between the nine temporary flight restrictions (TFR), and (3) the criteria and factors that impact a TFR.	1
A-104 Overview of Aircraft Capabilities and Limitations This course provides a fundamental understanding of aircraft performance, capabilities and limitations. Emphasis is placed on selecting the "right tool for the job".	1
A-107 Aviation Policy and Regulations I A basic overview of agency aviation policy and standards and where to find them. Covers agency and interagency manuals, handbooks, and guides as well as a brief summary of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs).	1
A-109 Aviation Radio Use Provides a basic understanding on the operation of aircraft radios including: VHF-AM, multi-channel and agency required radios. Covers communication requirements, radio tones and their use, and communication systems within aircraft. Also includes the use of Air Guard, frequency management, and radio discipline.	2
A-110 Aviation Transportation of Hazardous Materials This training complies with U.S. Department of Transportation Regulations 49 CFR 171.2 General Requirements, whereby agency employees who transport hazardous materials by air must receive training on the requirements and conditions under the terms of the DOT Special Permit 9198. Topics include handling procedures, policy requirements, mishap notification, packaging, identifying hazardous materials, and safety requirements.	2
A-112 Mission Planning and Flight Request Process Covers the basic duties and responsibilities required when ordering and coordinating flights. Topics include how to plan for a flight, information required to order a flight, flight manager responsibilities, flight following requirements, pilot flight and duty limitations, and pilot and aircraft approval.	1
A-115 Automated Flight Following This course is an overview of the AFF system. Emphasis is on using the web-based application and the procedures utilized by dispatchers and aircrews.	2
A-116 General Awareness Security Training This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to DOI and USFS departmental aviation security requirements.	0.5
A-200 Mishap Review This course provides an annual overview of the National Transportation Safety Board releasable information from the DOI and USFS aviation mishaps and lessons learned.	2
A-202 Interagency Aviation Organizations This course is designed to provide participants knowledge of the aviation management organizations within the Department of the Interior and the USDA Forest Service.	2
A-203 Basic Airspace Covers the basics about the National Airspace System covering Class A-G airspace, Special Use Airspace, Military Training Routes, Cruise Missile Routes, Slow Routes, and LATNs. Instruction will include how to read and plot on an aeronautical sectional and a Department of Defense AP1/B flight information publication book and charts. Class focuses on mapping skills including how to plot a latitude and longitude and convert it to a bearing and distance. Exercises involve map reading and risk management analysis of airspace.	3
A-204 Aircraft Capabilities and Limitations Covers the identification and basic capabilities of helicopters and airplanes to include aircraft commonly utilized by course participants. Course identifies aircraft performance, capabilities and limitations. Covers the four forces and the principles that effect flight. Stresses the fundamentals of aircraft performance planning to include weight, balance, and density altitude.	2
A-205 Risk Management I This course provides a basic introduction to Risk Management, Safety management Systems (SMS), and Operational Risk Management (ORM) and the ability to apply these principles in Bureau/Agency aviation environment.	2
A-207 Aircraft Flight Scheduling This course provides a basic understanding of policies and procedures so the student can successfully participate in the planning, scheduling, tracking, and completion of an aircraft flight plan.	1
A-208 Aircraft and Pilot Approval The purpose of this course is to provide an understanding of the policy requirements and benefits associated with approving aircraft, pilots, mechanics, and support equipment prior to the agency/bureau mission.	3
A-209 Helicopter Operations Technical training on how to work with helicopters in a natural resource environment. Includes information on operational planning, load calculations, takeoff and landing areas, personnel and cargo transportation, fueling, and specialized missions.	8
A-218 Aircraft Pre-Use Inspection This course shows how to perform a pre-use inspection on a helicopter and a fixed-wing aircraft.	0.5
A-219 Helicopter Transport of External Cargo Provide technical training and procedures for agency personnel performing helicopter external load operations. Participants will receive classroom and field training and will be asked to demonstrate proper procedures to safely conduct helicopter external load operations. Participants will be given the opportunity to develop the skills to safely perform hover hookups and/or longline operations. The instructor may choose to incorporate one or both activities.	8
A-220 Train-The-Trainer Interagency Aviation Trainer (IAT) qualification. This 32-hour course is designed to provide training to select employees with aviation and training backgrounds to qualify them as Interagency Aviation Trainers (IATs). Emphasis is on increasing program knowledge and enhancing presentation skills. Prior attendance at an instructor's training course is strongly encouraged.	32
A-223 Water Ditching and Survival Train-The-Trainer This course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely instruct the A-312 Water Ditching and Survival course. Scheduling this course requires authorization from DOI OAS Chief ASTPE or USFS ATPM.	32
A-225 IAT Instructor Update This course is designed to assist students with maintaining currency as IAT instructor, providing a review and update of current IAT instructor policies and processes (i.e. IAT website course offering webpage, class roster, instructor/student course evaluations) and training techniques that support the instructor in successfully delivering IAT courses.	2
A-302 Personal Responsibility & Liability The course provides an understanding of personal and organizational responsibility and liability in aviation program operations.	2
A-303 Human Factors in Aviation This course provides the basic principles of human behavior relevant to general aviation accident prevention and the human physiological and psychological factors that affects aircrew performance.	2
A-304 Aircraft Maintenance An overview of what aviation managers should look for to ensure that proper aircraft maintenance is being performed. Topics include: roles and responsibilities, the maintenance process, return to service and return to contract availability	2
A-305 Risk Management II This course presents the practical application of deliberate risk management techniques, tools and resources; and how they may be used to identify hazards and to assess risks in natural resource aviation operations. Information presented will allow the students utilize the five steps of the risk management process and the 5M Risk Model as well as working through an operation risk scenario utilizing risk management tools. The course references relevant elements from the following: Air Force Pamphlet 90-803, FAA Systems Safety Handbook Chapter 15, USFS-BLM Aviation Risk Management Handbook 2011, and DOI OPM-06 Aviation Management Plans.	4
A-306 Aviation Contract Administration This course was designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to administer aviation contracts. The focus of the course will be roles and responsibilities, policy, contract types, procurement process, payment, documentation, and emergency hiring of aircraft. The course covers both DOI AQD/USFS aviation contracts.	6
A-307 Aviation Policy and Regulations II This course provides participants with a working knowledge of aviation directive systems within each agency for the management and use of government aircraft. (e.g., DOI Departmental Manuals and USFS Forest Service Manual 5700).	4
A-309 Helicopter Flight Manuals The purpose of this course is to understand the layout and information contained in the Rotorcraft Flight Manual (RFM). This information is used to support performance planning requirements of the helicopter manager - resource position.	2
A-310 Overview of Crew Resource Management The purpose of this course is to provide the participants with an overview of crew resource management (CRM) skills and techniques, and to illustrate the importance of practicing CRM to accomplish safe aviation operations. Topics covered are Situational Awareness, Communication, Teamwork, Task Allocation, and Decision Making.	2
A-311 Aviation Planning This course provides aviation personnel with an overview of the aviation planning process for state and federal agencies, including how and when to prepare an aviation plan.	3
A-312 Water Ditching and Survival The purpose of this course is to provide classroom and hands-on training to better prepare students in the event they experience an aircraft water ditching.	8
A-314 Aviation Program Overview for Forest Service Agency Administrators A synopsis of aviation policy, safety and accident prevention, training and qualification requirements of employees, liability, procurement, and aviation organizations as they relate to line officer responsibilities.	2
A-325R Water Ditching and Survival - Academic Refresher This webinar course refresher provides the participants with the knowledge of the proper procedures to follow in the event of water ditching of an aircraft; to include discussion on egress, hypothermia, utilization of PFD's, life raft, and water survival equipment. The course is an academic refresher ONLY. This refresher is required by USFWS only, but other bureaus/agencies may benefit as well.	2
A-401 Management of Aviation Safety Programs This is an overview of aviation safety programs presented by outside agency and industry presenters and consisting of case studies of programs that have been successful in implementing cultural changes and reduction in accident frequency. This module focuses on safety programs outside of the Department of the Interior and the U.S. Forest Service. It provides aviation managers with additional tools for the implementation of aviation safety at all levels of the organization.	8
A-403 Human Factors for Aviation Managers This course includes the following modules: (1) Introduction to Advanced Human Factors (2) Situational Awareness (3) Communications (4) Decision Theory and Decision Traps and (5) Leadership and Dealing with Change. The objectives for each module are: Introduction to Advanced Human Factor Introduce the evolution of human factors concepts as they relate to accident prevention Introduce current concepts from modern human factors researchers (Reason, Shappell and Weigmann) Communications; Define what constitutes "communications" in the aviation environment Discuss the elements of the communications m odel Identify methods and techniques to improve communications Decision Theory and Decision Traps; Identify the two general categories in decision making theory Introduce Kahneman and Tversky's "Prospect Theory" Highlight the "Framing Effect" Identify heuristics and biases and methods to control them Leadership and Dealing with Change; Identify the difference between managers and leaders Identify the most common executive focuses Identify principles for leading change	8
A-410 Crew Resource Management Instruction includes subjects related to communications and assertion, psychology of errors, physiology, situational awareness, and decision making. These topics are explored to understand their influence on flight crew performance in the flight environment.	8
A-450 Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Basic Remote Pilot Course This course is the fundamental sUAS course for those wanting to become qualified to operate sUAS for the Department of Interior/USFS. A-450 will utilize micro sized sUAS aircraft to provide the basic academic and flight training necessary to conduct missions as Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC) for DOI. It is mandatory that the required pre-work (10-15 hours) be accomplished prior to the classroom segment of the course. NOTE: For further information, contact your National Aviation Manager for guidance regarding how to start a sUAS program. For more information please go to the DOI A-450 Website: https://sites.google.com/firenet.gov/doi-a-450/home	32
A-452R Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Remote Pilot Refresher Training DOI Remote Pilots must complete UAS refresher training (A-452R) or approved equivalent every 24 months following the issuance of their OAS-30U. Current DOI/USFS Remote Pilots participating in either A-450 or A-452R, as a student or instructor, will receive credit for refresher training. This training can be completed 4 months in advance or within 30-days after the date of expiration on the OAS-30U and shall be documented on the iat.gov website. Whether you complete A-452R before or after your expiration date, you will retain your original carding date. Remote Pilots operating the low complexity UAS will be able to complete this requirement via distance learning opportunities. Remote Pilots operating more complex aircraft may be required to attend a refresher in person. Students that attend a distance learning module are expected to review and fly the "Basic flight exercises." You can find them on the DOI A-450 Basic Remote Pilot web page. https://sites.google.com/a/firenet.gov/oas-a450/ Navigate to the "A-450 Basic RP course" tab and then to the "Flight training exercises and OAS-69U" link. You may also find copies attached to this page. Please complete your flights prior to attending A-452R, or before your expiration date of your OAS-30U card, which ever is first.	2
A-454 Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Add-on Course This course is for individuals who have previously attended the DOI A-450 Basic Remote Pilot Training Course. Primary Audience: DOI/USFS qualified pilots that want to add additional DOI approved sUAS platforms to their DOI Remote Pilot Card. Contact your National Bureau UAS Manager for further information.	8
A-455 Overview of Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Operations This course is an overview and introduction to small Unmanned Aircraft operations. It gives the participant a brief history, overview, and application of small sUAS. This is not an operator course. This course will provide managers an overview of how to start a sUAS program along with the requirements for operating a sUAS in the national airspace system and while working for the DOI/USFS.	2
ABS Aviation Business System Updates This class is a part of the SW Regional IAT Workshop.	2
ACETA ACETA Initial training of Aerial Capture, Eradication, and Tagging of Animals (ACETA) utilizing aviation for the purpose of achieving program objectives for the study, observation, and eradication of animals in resource management.	24
ACETA-R ACETA - Refresher Training The ACETA Refresher course will review topics from the initial training course, cover new or innovative ACETA techniques, review the use of ACETA equipment and may include mock-ups.	8
FHAK Fuel Handling - Alaska Employees will learn proper fuel storage, transportation, and handling procedures; safe dispensing and filtering techniques; and proper fuel cache/field site fuel handling. Recommended for anyone involved in fuel handling for airplanes or helicopters, especially in field locations. Prerequisite: A-100 Basic Aviation Safety. Available in Anchorage, classroom instruction only.	2
FWFM Fixed-Wing Flight Manager Government representative who works jointly with the pilot-in-command and aircrew members to ensure safe, efficient flight management on point-to-point flights. Some agencies previously referred to this position as "chief of party." This position does not include special-use operations. Module includes: A-101, A-105, A-106, A-108, A-110, A-111, A-112, A-113, A-116 and A-200	4
GCNP-SFRA Grand Canyon National Park Special Flight Rules Area This module describes the special flight rules that apply to flying over the Grand Canyon National Park. This training is required for pilots performing missions under the operational control of the USDA Forest Service and the Department of the Interior in the restricted airspace in and around the Grand Canyon National Park.	1
M-2 Aviation Management Line Managers Briefing Developed for line managers responsible for employees who utilize aircraft in performance of their duties. Areas of emphasis include: DOI aviation safety and accident prevention program, procurement of aviation services, documentation of payment procedures, responsibilities to employees, and risk management. Meets the DOI requirements of 352 DM1 (1.5 B). Equivalency: Completion of M-3 will meet the M-2 requirement.	2
M-3 DOI Aviation Management Training for Supervisors Developed for first and second-line supervisors directly responsible for employees who utilize aircraft in performance of their duties. Areas of emphasis include: DOI aviation safety and accident prevention program, procurement of aviation services, documentation of payment procedures, responsibilities to employees, and risk management. Meets the DOI requirements of 352 DM1 (1.5 B).	4
MH1 Aviation Firefighting: Basic Fire Behavior & Tactics Aviation Firefighting: Basic Fire Behavior & Tactics	0.5
MH2 Aviation Firefighting: Organization, Communication & Airspace Aviation Firefighting: Organization, Communication & Airspace	0.5
MH3 Aviation Firefighting: Fire Helicopter Operations Aviation Firefighting: Fire Helicopter Operations	0.5
RT-273 Single Engine Air Tanker Manager Workshop Please Visit the NWCG Training Catalog for the most current course description and requirements. NOTE: Individuals instructing NWCG aviation courses are required to meet instructor qualifications within the NWCG Field Managers Course Guide or individual course instructor guides.	12
RT-372  Helicopter Manager Workshop Please Visit the NWCG Training Catalog for the most current course description and requirements. NOTE: Individuals instructing NWCG aviation courses are required to meet instructor qualifications within the NWCG Field Managers Course Guide or individual course instructor guides.	24
RT-378 Air Tactical Group Supervisor Refresher Please Visit the NWCG Training Catalog for the most current course description and requirements. NOTE: Individuals instructing NWCG aviation courses are required to meet instructor qualifications within the NWCG Field Managers Course Guide or individual course instructor guides.	24
S-270 Basic Air Operations Please Visit the NWCG Training Catalog for the most current course description and requirements. NOTE: Individuals instructing NWCG aviation courses are required to meet instructor qualifications within the NWCG Field Managers Course Guide or individual course instructor guides.	17
S-271 Helicopter Crewmember Please Visit the NWCG Training Catalog for the most current course description and requirements. NOTE: Individuals instructing NWCG aviation courses are required to meet instructor qualifications within the NWCG Field Managers Course Guide or individual course instructor guides.	24
S-273 Single Engine Airtanker Manager Please Visit the NWCG Training Catalog for the most current course description and requirements. NOTE: Individuals instructing NWCG aviation courses are required to meet instructor qualifications within the NWCG Field Managers Course Guide or individual course instructor guides.	28
S-371 Helibase Manager Please Visit the NWCG Training Catalog for the most current course description and requirements. NOTE: Individuals instructing NWCG aviation courses are required to meet instructor qualifications within the NWCG Field Managers Course Guide or individual course instructor guides.	36
S-375 Air Support Group Supervisor Please Visit the NWCG Training Catalog for the most current course description and requirements. NOTE: Individuals instructing NWCG aviation courses are required to meet instructor qualifications within the NWCG Field Managers Course Guide or individual course instructor guides.	24
S-378 Aerial Supervision Please Visit the NWCG Training Catalog for the most current course description and requirements. NOTE: Individuals instructing NWCG aviation courses are required to meet instructor qualifications within the NWCG Field Managers Course Guide or individual course instructor guides.	40
S-470 Air Operations Branch Director Please Visit the NWCG Training Catalog for the most current course description and requirements. NOTE: Individuals instructing NWCG aviation courses are required to meet instructor qualifications within the NWCG Field Managers Course Guide or individual course instructor guides.	26
SEAT1 SEAT Fire Behavior SEAT Fire Behavior	0.5
SEAT2 SEAT Operations SEAT Operations	0.5
SEAT3 SEAT Firefighting Tactics SEAT Firefighting Tactics	0.5
SH-C Short-Haul Classroom Training This course meets the ground school objectives listed in the short-haul handbook	8
SH-E Short-Haul Flight Evolution Training Student have flown in short-haul evolutions - training or operational	16
STEP Special Technique Landings STEP training includes Classroom, mock-up and typical terrain maneuvers for exiting a helicopter via Single-skid, Toe-in and hover Exit/entry. Training provided to meet requirements of OPM-40 (Toe-In, Single Skid, and Step-Out Landings). Requires Project Operations Plan, Risk Assessment, and Bureau Aviation Manager's approval. NWCG Course Number: N9066	8
A-102 USFS Alaska Region Fixed Wing Safety This course was specifically designed for U.S. Forest Service employees that utilize aircraft in the Alaska Region (Region 10) of the U.S. Forest Service.	1
A-113_USFS Crash Survival for R-10 Employees This course was specifically designed for U.S. Forest Service employees that utilize aircraft in the Alaska Region (Region 10) of the U.S. Forest Service.	1
PHAK Pinch Hitter - Alaska Employees will learn the basics of flying an airplane in order to land an airplane should the pilot become incapacitated. Includes 1 hour of actually flying an airplane with emphasis on avoiding a stall and landing the aircraft in a controlled manner. Recommended for employees who fly as part of their job such as biologists, park rangers, etc. There is no charge for the classroom portion, but the employee's agency will have to pay for the flight time. Prerequisite: B3 or IAT modules combined: A-101, A-104, A-105, A-106, A-108, and A-113. PHAK is classroom only.
S-372 Helicopter Management Please Visit the NWCG Training Catalog for the most current course description and requirements. NOTE: Individuals instructing NWCG aviation courses are required to meet instructor qualifications within the NWCG Field Managers Course Guide or individual course instructor guides.	35.5
DOI AMPH AMPH Clinic This course is designed to teach the beginning student and re-familiarize the experienced pilot with the basic and advance techniques of amphibious float flying. Course is in accordance with, OAS Operational Procedures Memorandum OPM-22.	24
DOI Float Float Clinic This course is designed to teach the beginning student and re-familiarize the experienced pilot with the basic and advance techniques of float flying. Course is in accordance with, OAS Operational Procedures Memorandum OPM-22.	24
DOI Ski Ski Clinic This course is designed to teach the beginning student and re-familiarize the experienced pilot with the basic and advance techniques of ski flying in Alaska. Course is in accordance with, OAS Operational Procedures Memorandum OPM-22.	24
DOI UNP Unprepared Landing Site Clinic This course is designed to teach the beginning student and re-familiarize the experienced pilot with the basic and advance techniques of operating from Unprepared landing sites in Alaska. Course is in accordance with, OAS Operational Procedures Memorandum OPM-22.	24
DOI IFR IFR Clinic This course is designed to teach the beginning student and refamiliarize the experienced pilot with the basic Procedures of IFR flying in Alaska. Course is IAW, OAS Operational Procedures Memorandum (OPM) - 22.	24
DOI Mentor Mentor Clinic This course is designed to standardize all DOI Bureau Instructors on the following: flight maneuvers, best practices and to improve quality for all DOI Bureau pilots	24
MTN FLY Mountain Flying (USFS) This online course addresses foundational mountain flying skills universal to safe and effective flight operations within mountainous terrain. This online course is designed for contract and government helicopter pilots.	1
N9059 Crew Resource Management 7 Skills This course explains the importance/history of CRM, introduces the 7 skills of CRM (Decision Making, Assertiveness, Mission Analysis, Communication, Leadership, Adaptability/Flexibility, and Situational Awareness) and checks for understanding through practical skill application through facilitated scenarios. Meets requirements for equivalency for A-310 Overview of Crew Resource Management.	3
RT9059F Crew Resource Management 7 Skills Refresher This refresher course reviews the importance/history of CRM, and checks for understanding through practical skill application through facilitated scenarios. Currency requirements: every 3 years.	1.5
ACETA-GS ACETA - Ground School - Helicopter capture operations safety - Crew coordination, survival and capture equipment familiarization - Data collection/sample gathering - Telemetry (radio/GPS) collar fitting for various species - Animal handling safety, restraint and transport safety - Release procedures/ACETA safety equipment update - ACETA accident review	24
AS2M Aerial Survey Aviation Safety and Management AS2M is designed specifically for resource specialists who manage aircraft to safely conduct missions including aerial sketch mapping, photo/remote sensing, wildlife and vegetation surveys, and aerial reconnaissance in general.	24
A-117 Fixed Wing Hand Signals This course provides a fundamental understanding of standard aircraft marshalling hand signals to be utilized by Fixed Wing Parking Tenders. The role of the Fixed Wing Parking Tender (FWPT) is an important element of managing aircraft movement in the vicinity of the ramp. The aircraft FWPT provides the essential visual link to assist the flight crew in positioning the aircraft correctly. The responsibility for the safe operation of the aircraft on the ground rests with the flight crew, however the ground crew including FWPTs have a duty of care to provide the flight crew with the correct guidance information. In addition, to ensure that the possibility of accidental damage is mitigated with the use of best practices at all times.	1
DEMO-A312 DEMO A-312 Do Not Register The purpose of this course is to provide a demo course for Instructors to use for learning how to create courses within IAT at Train-the-Trainer classes.	8
ACETA-ADV Advanced ACETA Training Advanced training for experienced ACETA gunners. May include: training from certified industry trainers, progressive technology/methods, advanced techniques from ACETA experts and live mock-ups using firearm and/or capture devices. May be required by some agencies to qualify as an ACETA instructor. See agency policy.	32
AUT Aviation User Training (Only for USFS Region 10 Alaska) This course was specifically designed for employees in the Alaska Region (Region 10) of the US Forest Service to provide the aviation user with a foundation of knowledge, skills and abilities to safely utilize aircraft to accomplish agency missions. Students will receive an equivalency for A-100 Basic Aviation Safety. PLEASE NOTE: This equivalency is only authorized for Forest Service personnel.	4
FS509 Crew Resource Management 7 Skills Train the Trainer The 24 hour CRM Train the Trainer course is a comprehensive class that provides in-depth information on the FS 7 Skills CRM program, history of CRM and each of the 7 critical skills. This class is designed to strengthen and focus the participants existing aviation skills and experience into that of a CRM subject matter expert. In addition, it provides a framework for use of facilitative instructional techniques applied to case studies which are a critical component of delivering both Initial and Refresh 7 Skills CRM courses.	24
A-450-PWRK Pre-Work: A-450 sUAS Basic Remote Pilot Course For DOI Remote Pilots How to safely and legally ship and travel with UAS and supporting equipment. This is required viewing for students enrolled in the A-450 Basic Remote Pilot Course.	0.5
SAFE SAFECOM - Special Topic	1

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