The global pilot training market size is projected to grow from $8.09 billion in 2023 to $20.02 billion by 2030.* We’ll look at applications of Lean and Six Sigma in pilot training and finish with a video of 10 things to know about being an airline pilot.
Using Six Sigma DMAIC to Reduce Pilot Training Variances
In a paper titled “Pilot development: an empirical mixed-method analysis” authors Jonathan Slottje and others discuss provision of a model designed to enhance policy in order to impact future pilot training efforts that lower cost and increase operator quality and proficiency. The authors present a modified version of Six Sigma DMAIC to reduce C-130J pilot training variances.
The paper includes:
- Primary Flight Time: Basic Statistics
- Primary Flight Time as a Percentage of Total C-130J Hours
- Secondary Flight Time: Basic Statistics
- Secondary Flight Time as a Percentage of Total C-130J Hours
- Other Flight Time: Basic Statistics
- Other Flight Time as a Percentage of Total C-130J Hours
- Recommended Flight Hour Distributions
“The data analysis in this study enabled a recommended number of flight hours in several distinct categories that should be obtained before upgrading a pilot to aircraft commander to enhance standards.”
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[Citation: Slottje, J., Anderson, J., Dickens, J. M., & Reiman, A. D. (2022). Pilot development: an empirical mixed- method analysis. Journal of Defense Analytics and Logistics, 6(1), 21–45. JDAL-10-2021-0008]
Lean Six Sigma Applied to Implementation for Competency-Based Aviation Manpower Planning
In a paper titled “The Implementation of Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) Framework in Aviation Manpower Planning” authors Dimitrios Ziakkas, W. Suckow Michael, and Konstantinos Pechlivanis introduce a methodology for implementing a Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) framework in aviation manpower planning
The authors synthesize a Lean Six Sigma strategy and implementation of the CBTA framework.
The paper includes:
- Aviation HR Planning and Analysis Model
- Conceptual Model of Lean Six Sigma Theory in Aviation Industry
- Social Media Aviation Recruiting Model
- Nine Pilot Competencies
- Six Program Competencies
- CBTA Implementation in Aviation Manpower Planning
- SIPOC for New Pilot Employment Process
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Lean Initiatives in the Production of Naval Aviators
In a thesis titled “Analysis of Lean Initiatives in the Production of Naval Aviators” author Albert J. Prebula III investigates the application of Lean thinking in the production of Navy pilots.
The Thesis includes:
- Naval Aviation Enterprise
- Pilot Training Pipeline Value Stream Map
- Fleet Replacement Squadron Locations
- Naval Aviation Enterprise AIRSpeed Programs
- Internal Primary Value Stream
- Primary Flight Training Programmed Flights/Hours
- Spring 12 Strike/ Fighter Integrated Production Plan
- Naval Aviator Production Process (NAPP) Management Process
- NAPP Pull Requirements Flow Chart
- VT-7 Squadron Planned vs. Actual
- Instructor Pilot Manning
- Primary Course Training Standard
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Ten Things to Know About Being an Airline Pilot
Airline Pilot Swayne Martin lays out the top 10 things to know about being an airline pilot in this video.
You can watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTF0vazjmjI
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