Load and Trim Training A320 and ATR
- 04 Days
- 20 Lectures
- 51+ Students Enrolled
Our Load and Trim Training Program is designed to provide in-depth practical and theoretical knowledge of aircraft weight and balance principles, focusing specifically on the Airbus A320 family and ATR series aircraft. This course is ideal for aspiring and working Flight Dispatchers, Load Controllers, Ground Operations staff, and Aviation Management professionals who require a strong operational understanding of aircraft loading, balance control, and performance impact. The training emphasizes real-world airline procedures, regulatory compliance, and hands-on practice with industry-standard load sheets.
Course Overview
AASDC academic course aims to create efficiency on the ground through management and operational courses.
Training Aims to create efficiency on the ground through management and operational courses. Taught by industry experts, our courses focus on best practices within the complex operational environment and prepare you to increase on-time performance in your ground station.
Requirements
- 10+2 / Graduation (Preferred)
- Good Communication Skills
- Age Group -18-28 Years
Certification
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What you'll learn
- Learn the fundamentals of aircraft weight and balance and their effect on flight safety.
- Master center of gravity calculations and control within certified limits.
- Prepare and verify professional loadsheets for A320 and ATR aircraft.
- Understand correct passenger, baggage, and cargo distribution techniques.
- Interpret trim charts, index systems, and CG envelopes accurately.
- Handle last-minute operational changes with speed and accuracy.
- Apply airline-standard safety procedures and operational documentation.
Course Curriculum
- Introduction to Load & Trim and its role in flight safety
- Basic aerodynamics related to weight and balance
- Overview of DGCA / ICAO / airline operational requirements
- Roles and responsibilities of Load Controller / Dispatcher
- Airbus A320 family overview
- Passenger zones, cargo holds, and limitations
- Structural weight limits and operational envelopes
- Standard weights and seating distribution
- Baggage and cargo loading philosophy
- Last Minute Change (LMC) principles
- ATR 42 / ATR 72 overview
- Differences between jet and turboprop load control
- Compartment restrictions and zone loading
- Fuel impact on trim
- Performance and balance interrelation
- CG plotting using trim charts
- Last Minute Changes (LMC) – detailed handling
- Aircraft underload and overload management
- Delays and last-minute passenger changes
- Manual vs computerized loadsheet comparison
- Common industry errors and prevention methods
Skill Development Achievements
- Professional Loadsheet Competency Ability to independently prepare, verify, and correct Airbus A320 and ATR loadsheets as per airline procedures.
- Weight & Balance Mastery Strong command over aircraft weight, center of gravity control, and structural limitations to ensure safe operations.
- Airline Operational Readiness Trained to work in real-world turnaround environments, handling time-critical and high-responsibility tasks.
- Regulatory & Safety Compliance Clear understanding of DGCA/ICAO requirements, operational documentation, and safety accountability.
- Problem-Solving & Decision Skills Capability to manage last-minute changes, load redistribution, and abnormal scenarios confidently.
- Cockpit & Ground Coordination Professional communication skills for effective coordination with pilots, dispatch, ramp, and OCC teams.
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Course Includes:
- Student Enrolled51+
- Topic21+
- Lectures20+
- Lifetime Access
- Certificate of Completion
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