MGMT 203 Aeronautical Science, Aviation Professionalism, Careers, and Certification Module 1

THIS DAY IN AVIATION August 23 1878 — The British government uses its first military aviation budget (£150) to build and fly their first balloon, the “Pioneer.”

THIS DAY IN AVIATION August 23 1913 — Léon Letort carries out the first non- stop flight between Paris and Berlin when he flies his Morane-Saulnier monoplane fitted with an 80-hp Le Rhône engine the 560 miles between the two capitals in 8 hours.

THIS DAY IN AVIATION August 23 to 31 October 1929 — The Russian aircraft “Land of the Soviets,” is flown on a goodwill tour from Moscow across the North Pacific, entering the United States at Seattle, then on to New York, having covered 13,300 miles in 142 flying hours.

THIS DAY IN AVIATION August 23 1937 — First wholly automatic landing in history accomplished occurred in the US.

THIS DAY IN AVIATION August 23 1942 — United States Marine Raiders attack Makin Atoll in the Gilbert Islands.

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Management of Aeronautical Science Learning Objectives – Module 1 (8/21/17 – 9/1/17) Aerodynamics from a Management Standpoint Upon successful completion of this module, you will be able to: Explain the qualifications, attributes, ethics, and responsibilities of aviation professionals. Analyze the financial and educational requirements of aviation careers. Describe the qualifications, privileges, and limitations of all classes of certification to include pilot, maintenance, avionics, dispatch, and air traffic control. Research 14 CFR for specific requirements for a career in aviation management. Explain the dynamics associated with an aviation career and the future availability of employment in the aviation industry.

Management of Aeronautical Science Learning Objectives – Module 1 (8/21/17 – 9/1/17) Aerodynamics from a Management Standpoint Upon successful completion of this module, you will be able to: Research your current or future management position in an aviation career field. Describe the functions of management in an aviation management career field. Describe the differences between the three categories of civil aviation operations. Describe conditions or constraints that reduce aircraft utilization factors (time available for flying). Analyze the benefits of on-demand business aviation as compared to scheduled airline transportation.

Readings The Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge  provides a basic overview of aeronautical management. Chapter 1 - Introduction to Flying (pages 1-13 to 1-20) Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) - federal regulations to gain more information about your future career. Please review 14 CFR Parts: 21, 61, 63, 65, 119, 121, 135, 145, and 147.

Term Paper Topics The term paper will consist of a topic related to the management of an aerospace company or agency. Each student should write about a different topic within the field of management of an aerospace company or agency, which will be chosen on a first-come, first-serve basis. On your own, determine that sufficient reference material is available before your final selection of a paper topic. Please pick a topic that sparks your interest.

Term Paper Topics Submit your topic choice: Sept 15 Aero Club Management Air Freight or Air Cargo Management Air Taxi Operator Management Air Traffic Control Management Aircraft Manufacturing Management Airline Management Airport Management Corporate Aviation Management Dispatcher Operations Management Fire and Crash Rescue Management Fixed Base Operator Management Flight Attendants Management Flight Management and Scheduling Management Flight School Management Ground Handling Service Management Helicopter Operations Management Maintenance (in house) Management Maintenance Outsource) Management Maintenance School Management Military Aviation Management (specify department) Passenger Service Management Quality Management Repair Station (Part 145) Management Safety Management Security Management Weather Station Management Submit your topic choice: Sept 15 Your Final Term Paper must be at least 12 pages and consist of the following: A title page Main text (10 pages) Reference page (current APA format) The paper should include some of the headings below as appropriate: Introduction Description of the Company or Agency (Basically what business are you in) Operation Description Equipment or Aircraft Maintenance Requirements Manager’s Roles and Responsibilities Staff Qualifications, Certifications, and Responsibilities Human Factors Quality Requirements Regulations and Laws Safety Security Environmental Responsibilities Other Management Factors Considered References (current APA format)

Module 1 Review Questions Spend quality time responding to the following questions in your own words. 1. What are the qualifications, certifications, and responsibilities of a commercial pilot? 2. What are the qualifications, certifications, and responsibilities of an Airframe and Powerplant mechanic? 3. What are the qualifications, certifications, and responsibilities of an Air Traffic Controller? 4. Describe conditions or constraints that reduce aircraft utilization factors (time available for flying). 5. Analyze the benefits of on-demand business aviation as compared to scheduled airline transportation.

Assignments Due – Module 1 (8/22/17 – 9/1/17) Management of Aeronautical Science Assignments Due – Module 1 (8/22/17 – 9/1/17) Review Module 1 Instructions for the following assignments: Discussion Board Due (Aviation Manager) (Due - Wed Aug 30) – 2 part (Post and Respond) Review Questions – Aviation Professionalism, Careers, and Certification (Due - Fri Sep 1) – 5 Questions

August / September 2017 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday   6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Welcome Back Course Introduction 18 Flightline Friday 19 20 21 HOLIDAY 22 Module 1 Aviation Professionalism Careers 23 Aviation Professionalism. Careers 24 25 Flightline 26 27 28 29 Aviation Professionalism . Careers 30 Discussion Due 31 1 Review Questions Due 2

MGMT 203 Aeronautical Science, Aviation Professionalism, Careers, and Certification Module 1

A&P Mechanics or Technicians 14 CFR Part 65 Certification. Ratings Airframe Powerplant Experience Requirements Graduate from aviation maintenance school certified by FAA under 14 CFR Part 147 Aviation Maintenance Technician Schools. Or documented evidence of at least the following 18 months experience for A or P. 30 months practical experience for A&P. Required to take written. Duration: until it is surrendered, suspended, or revoked.

A&P Mechanics or Technicians Inspection Authorization (IA) To be eligible for an IA an applicant must Hold an A&P for 3 years Actively engaged for at least 2 year period Have a fixed base of operations Have data to perform task Pass a written test IA Duration Expires 31 March every 2 years IA Renewal Prove experience requirement concerning IA performance or retake the test.

Repair Station Repairman 14 CFR Part 65 covers repairman certification. 14 CFR Part 145 covers Repair Stations. States requirements for repair station's certification and lists the different classes of domestic repair stations. Must have a repair station certificate.

Avionics Technicians May work in repair stations, back shops, or on the flight line. Many have an Airframe, A&P license, Powerplant, or in the case of a repair station have a repairman’s certificate (14 CFR Part 65). U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) licenses may be required. General Radiotelephone Operator’s License Radar endorsement is highly recommended as without it you cannot work on radar systems. 14 CFR Part 147 Aviation Maintenance Technician Schools offer specialty courses in avionics.

Aircraft Dispatchers 14 CFR Part 65 FAA licensed Legally responsible for the safety of the flight Flight planning for corporate and airline operations Considers payloads (such as passengers, mail, cargo) May be weather specialists Liaison between the pilot and ground service personnel Familiar with all types of aircraft operated by the company

Operations Management Airport management Aviation consulting Aviation managers (airline, corporate, FBOs) Aviation safety and accident prevention Business and technical aviation consulting Governmental organizations Educational and training Many other opportunities 22 22

Manufacturing and Repair 14 CFR Part 21 Certification Procedures For Products and Parts. Aircraft and parts manufacturing Engines and parts manufacturing Avionics and parts manufacturing Repair Stations (Previously discussed) 14 CFR Part 145 Repair Stations To find repair stations, FAA Repair Station Search http://av-info.faa.gov/repairstation.asp

Top Management Positions Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Chief Operations Officer (COO) Corporate Officers President Vice President Secretary Treasurer

Top Management Positions Management Personnel (14 CFR Part 119 and 121). Director of Operations Director of Maintenance Director of Safety Chief Pilot Chief Inspector

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Module 1 Review Questions Spend quality time responding to the following questions in your own words. 1. What are the qualifications, certifications, and responsibilities of a commercial pilot? 2. What are the qualifications, certifications, and responsibilities of an Airframe and Powerplant mechanic? 3. What are the qualifications, certifications, and responsibilities of an Air Traffic Controller? 4. Describe conditions or constraints that reduce aircraft utilization factors (time available for flying). 5. Analyze the benefits of on-demand business aviation as compared to scheduled airline transportation.

Assignments Due – Module 1 (8/22/17 – 9/1/17) Management of Aeronautical Science Assignments Due – Module 1 (8/22/17 – 9/1/17) Review Module 1 Instructions for the following assignments: Discussion Board Due (Aviation Manager) (Due - Wed Aug 30) – 2 part (Post and Respond) Review Questions – Aviation Professionalism, Careers, and Certification (Due - Fri Sep 1) – 5 Questions