Interagency

Aviation Training
Guide

Education • Qualification • Currency

October 2017
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 Interagency Aviation
Training
A National Interagency System

Aviation Use and Management

Qualifications Guide
October 2017

Prepared by

Interagency Aviation Training Subcommittee

of the National Interagency Aviation Committee (NIAC)
 Table of Contents
Foreword ............................................................................................................................ iii

2017 Revisions ..................................................................................................................... iv

Part 1 - Education, Qualification, and Currency System .................................................................. 5

A. Introduction ...................................................................................................................... 5

B. Description of the System ..................................................................................................... 5

IAT Courses ..................................................................................................................... 6
Equivalencies ................................................................................................................... 6
Agency Certification .......................................................................................................... 6
Currency Requirements ...................................................................................................... 6
2017 IAT Aviation Positions .................................................................................................. 7
2017 IAT Courses .............................................................................................................. 8

Part 2 - Position Descriptions and Required Courses ....................................................................... 9

Supervisor....................................................................................................................... 9
Line Manager (DOI Only) ..................................................................................................... 9
Aviation Dispatcher ......................................................................................................... 10
Flight Follower ............................................................................................................... 10
Aviation Manager ............................................................................................................ 11
Project Aviation Manager .................................................................................................. 12
Aircrew Member ............................................................................................................. 12
Fixed-Wing Flight Manager ................................................................................................ 13
Fixed-Wing Flight Manager - Special Use ................................................................................ 13
Helicopter Flight Manager(DOI Only) .................................................................................... 14
Helicopter Manager - Resource ........................................................................................... 15

2017 IAT Position Requirements Matrix ................................................................................. 16

2017 One-Way S-Course (NWCG) to A-Course(s) IAT Equivalency Matrix .......................................... 17
2017 One-Way NWCG Position to Interagency Aviation Training Position Crosswalk ............................ 18

Part 3 - Interagency Aviation Training Instructor Certification ........................................................ 19

Part 4 - Course Catalog .......................................................................................................... 23

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 2017 Revisions
ITEM REVISION

IAT instructor Updated instructor qualifications

IAT position definitions Revised and standardized

Flight Follower New IAT Position added to: Part 1 Aviation Positions, Part 2 Position
Description and Required Courses, IAT Position Requirements Matrix,
NWCG / IAT Crosswalk.
Line Manager (DOI Only) Position added per Operational Procedures Memoranda (OPM)-04, Part
2 Position Description and Required Courses, IAT Position
Requirements Matrix
Helicopter Manager - Resource Clarified currency

A-Courses Added course prerequisites

A-210 Removed from curricula; Helicopter Field Exercises

A-225 Updated currency to every three (3) years, previously two years.

A-305 Revised Course length to 4 hours, previously 2 hours.

A-306 Removed requirement from certain positions; course length revised -

6 hours; previously 4 hours.

A-312 / A-223 Revised requirements per OPM-04

A-314 (USFS) Updated to REQUIRED (USFS) for supervisor; Aviation Program

Overview for FS Agency Administrators

A-4XX UAS Courses Added 400 Level UAS Course Information

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Part 1 - Education, Qualification, and Currency System
A. Introduction
The Interagency Aviation Training (IAT) Education, Qualification, and Currency System (https://www.iat.gov)
contains established aviation training standards and records for natural resource and firefighting employees
within the Department of the Interior (DOI), U.S. Forest Service and recognized partners. The Executive
Aviation Committee (EAC) and the Executive Aviation Subcommittee (EAS) in conjunction with it's partners,
provide national leadership in managing aviation standards, procedures, and programs that enable our
partners to effectively utilize aviation resources in a safe and efficient manner. Aviation training is the
primary proactive method of improving efficiency and safety through increased employee awareness of agency
policy, procedures, and safe practices. The IAT system is managed by the Office of the Secretary's Office of
Aviation Services (OAS) and is for all DOI, USFS, and recognized partners which may include contractors, states
and other federal agencies.
The objectives of this system are:
• Establish minimum training, skills, knowledge, and currency requirements for agency personnel who work
with aircraft or have aviation duties, including managers and supervisors, in order to accomplish fire and
resource (non-fire) missions.
• Provide a forum for interagency coordination in the development and implementation of aviation
education, training, and qualification standards.
• Recommend standards and guidelines for non-fire aviation training in relation to the Interagency Aviation
Training (IAT) Education, Qualification, and Currency System.
• Establish and maintain best practices in education and training methods and techniques. These include:
direct instruction, web-based distance learning, and the media and technology necessary to support both.
• Establish and maintain minimum interagency standards for aviation qualification, certification, and
documentation.
• Establish qualifications and currency standards for interagency aviation trainers (IATs).

B. Description of the System

The Interagency Aviation Training system is a "content-based" training system.
The IAT program is a “non-fire” system, distinct from the National Wildfire Coordinating Group's (NWCG)
Wildland Fire Qualification System (310-1). All wildland fire positions remain under the 310-1 system.
Personnel serving in NWCG positions need only to meet the qualification and currency requirements outlined in
the 310-1. However, some 310-1 training courses will supplement or serve as creditable substitutes for training
required under the IAT System and some IAT courses are included in NWCG curricula (see the S-course
equivalency matrix). Individuals holding current qualification under the Incident Qualification and Certification
System (IQCS) (a performance-based system) are also qualified to perform equivalent non-fire and/or resource
aviation positions under IAT guidelines and DO NOT require additional Interagency Aviation Training. (See One-
Way S-Course (NWCG) to A-Course(s) IAT Equivalency Matrix)
Training requirements include completion and currency of all required training courses to function in a specific
aviation-related position. The aviation training subject matter is designed to be progressive and build upon
past training.

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IAT Courses
This system is made up of IAT Courses of specific aviation-related subject matter. Each course is designed to
stand alone or can be combined with other courses to create a curriculum like approach. Courses are provided
in a variety of methods (Instructor Led/Classroom, Online, Webinar, Video Conference, etc.).

Equivalencies
Requests for course or instructor equivalencies for the Department of the Interior (DOI) and US Forest Service
(USFS) shall be routed to the DOI Office of Aviation Services (OAS) Chief, Aviation Safety, Training, and
Program Evaluations Division (ASTPE) or USFS Aviation Training Program Manager (ATPM) through the
employee’s chain of command (e.g. Supervisor, Bureau/Regional Aviation Manager (BAM/RAM), National
Aviation Manager (NAM). Requests shall include supporting documents from the bureau or agency and be
signed and routed by the appropriate person in their respective National Aviation Office.

Agency Certification
Responsibilities. The education, training, and qualification of personnel at all organizational levels are the
responsibility of management. Managers and supervisors must be aware of policy as it relates to aviation
programs for which they are responsible. Oversight of this critical aviation accident prevention effort requires
a balanced partnership between DOI/USFS aviation management and bureau/agency management.
Bureau/Agency Responsibilities. Bureau/agency managers are responsible for ensuring that all employees
involved in the use or control of aviation resources receive an appropriate level of aviation safety training. The
education and training listed in this document are the minimum for promoting aircraft accident prevention
awareness and developing operational and management skills.
Identification, development, and presentation by bureaus/agencies of additional training needs unique to their
specific programs shall be accomplished as required.
Managers shall provide adequate resources and time for employees and/or those over whom they have
operational control (volunteers, cooperators, students, etc.) to take required training in order to effectively
perform their jobs not only in a safe manner, but with a high degree of professionalism and appreciation of the
risk and economic impact aviation has upon operations:
Ensure employees have received required aviation training including volunteers, cooperators, students, etc.
See 350 DM1 (1.2) for DOI, for USFS see FSM 5700.
• Manage participation in the Interagency Aviation Training Instructor program.
• Provide required documentation for reporting aviation training.

Currency Requirements
Certain courses require currency and must be repeated as indicated in the position descriptions and the IAT
Position Requirements Matrix. Courses without a currency requirement in the position descriptions (marked
with an X in the matrix) require completion once.

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2017 IAT Aviation Positions
The positions listed below require specific skills and knowledge to perform aviation duties and ensure safety.
Personnel shall only be assigned to positions in which they have been successfully trained (qualified and
current).
It is up to the Forest Service and each DOI bureau to determine positions they will utilize based on
organizational needs and mission objectives as identified in agency policy documents.

Aircrew Member

Aviation Dispatcher

Aviation Manager

Fixed-Wing Flight Manager

Fixed-Wing Flight Manager - Special Use

Flight Follower

Helicopter Flight Manager (DOI Only per OPM-04)

Helicopter Manager – Resource

Line Manager (DOI Only per OPM-04)

Project Aviation Manager

Supervisor

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 2017 IAT Courses

Delivery Options

Classroom-

Education)
Instructor

Centered
(Aviation
Code Course Title

Webinar

Online
ACE
Led
A-100 A-100 Basic Aviation Safety C A O
A-102 USFS Alaska Region Fixed-wing Safety C O
A-103 FAA NOTAM System C O
A-104 Overview of Aircraft Capabilities and Limitations C O
A-107 Aviation Policy and Regulations I C O
A-109 Aviation Radio Use C O
A-110 Aviation Transportation of Hazardous Materials C O
A-112 Mission Planning and Flight Request Process C O
A-113 USFS Crash Survival for R-10 Employees C O
A-115 Automated Flight Following C A W O
A-116 General Awareness Security Training C O
A-200 Mishap Review C A W O
A-202 Interagency Aviation Organizations C W O
A-203* Basic Airspace C O
A-204 Aircraft Capabilities and Limitations C O
A-205 Risk Management I C A W
A-207* Aircraft Flight Scheduling O
A-208 Aircraft and Pilot Approval C A W
A-209 Helicopter Operations C W
A-218 Aircraft Pre-Use Inspection C O
A-219* Helicopter Transport of External Cargo C
A-220* Train-The-Trainer C
A-223* Water Ditching and Survival Train-The-Trainer C
A-225 IAT Instructor Update C A W
A-302 Personal Responsibility and Liability C A W
A-303 Human Factors in Aviation C A W
A-304 Aircraft Maintenance C A W
A-305* Risk Management II C A
A-306 Aviation Contract Administration Parts I & II C A
A-307* Aviation Policy and Regulations II C A W
A-309 Helicopter Flight Manuals C A
A-310 Overview of Crew Resource Management C A W
A-311* Aviation Planning C A W
A-312 Water Ditching and Survival C A
A-314 Aviation Program Overview for FS Agency Administrators C A W
A-325R* Water Ditching and Survival Academic Refresher C W
M-2 DOI Aviation Management Line Managers Briefing C W
M-3 DOI Aviation Management Training for Supervisors C A W O
A-450* Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Basic Remote Pilot Course C
A-452R* SUAS Basic Remote Pilot Course Refresher Training C
A-454* Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Add-on Course C
A-455 Overview of Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Operations C
*Indicates courses with prerequisite training required/recommended prior to attendance.
Webinar listing: IAT Website at https://www.iat.gov/
Please see Part 4 Course Catalog for list of required training.

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Part 2 - Position Descriptions and Required Courses
Given the diversity of aviation programs across the DOI and USFS, it is recommended that users contact their
agency aviation management to determine what positions they will be expected to fulfill in order to complete
their missions.
Required Aviation Safety Training for Persons Involved in ANY Aviation Operations or Flight Activities.
Mandatory Training by position for personnel with Aviation Management Responsibilities. All managers and
supervisors having oversight of programs using aviation resources for mission accomplishment, aviation personnel,
flight activities, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), etc., fit within this broad category. Individuals who have
aviation duties and/or responsibilities that are identified in more than one position in the matrix (e.g. Supervisor
and Aviation Manager), to include both fire and non-fire positions, must take the required training for all
positions that apply.
Note: (3) = Training recurrence every three (3) years, otherwise required only once.

Supervisor
Those who supervise employees who use aircraft to accomplish agency programs (first and second level
supervisors as determined by the agency). Knowledge required includes aviation safety, policy, risk
management, and supervisory responsibilities.
DOI Required Training
M-3 (3) Aviation Management for Supervisors
A-200 (3) Mishap Review

USFS Required Training

A-314 (3) Aviation Program Overview FS Agency Administrators
A-200 (3) Mishap Review

Line Manager (DOI Only)

Those who are responsible and accountable for using aviation resources to accomplish bureau programs.
Knowledge required includes familiarization with the DOI aviation management program, policies, and related
requirements and responsibilities. Line Managers must complete the M-3 Aviation Management for Supervisors
or complete the M-2 Aviation Management Line Managers Briefing course every 3 years. (OPM-04)
Required Training
M-2 (3) Aviation Management Line Managers Briefing
OR
M-3 (3) Aviation Management for Supervisors

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Aviation Dispatcher
A dispatcher who may receive, process, and place orders for aircraft, provide flight following and other
aviation support services.
Required Training
A-100 (3) Basic Aviation Safety
A-103 FAA NOTAM System
A-104 Overview of Aircraft Capabilities and Limitations
A-107 Aviation Policy and Regulations I
A-109 Aviation Radio Use
A-110 (3) Aviation Transportation of Hazardous Materials (if applicable)
A-112 Mission Planning and Flight Request Process
A-115 Automated Flight Following
A-200 (3) Mishap Review
A-202 Interagency Aviation Organizations
A-203 Basic Airspace
A-204 Aircraft Capabilities and Limitations
A-205 Risk Management I
A-207 Aircraft Flight Scheduling
A-303 Human Factors in Aviation
A-305 Risk Management II
A-307 Aviation Policy and Regulations II
Other courses that will satisfy the training requirement for Aviation Dispatcher
D-312 Aircraft Dispatcher (ACDP-NWCG)

Flight Follower
Government employee who is responsible for monitoring aircraft flight activities in accordance with
DOI/bureau and USFS policies. They may work in a Dispatch Center or at a remote location where they have
the ability to monitor a flight by radio or a satellite tracking system and the means to initiate an aircraft
mishap emergency response when needed. Additional training may be specified by each bureau or agency.
Required Training
A-100 (3) Basic Aviation Safety
A-104 Overview of Aircraft Capabilities & Limitations
A-107 Aviation Policy and Regulations I
A-109 Aviation Radio Use
A-115 Automated Flight Following
A-200 (3) Mishap Review
A-207 Aircraft Flight Scheduling

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Aviation Manager
A person with aviation management responsibilities for a unit, state, regional, or national level and serves as
the focal point for aviation services and management. These include such positions as Unit Aviation Officer
(UAO), Forest Aviation Officer (FAO) Unit Aviation Manager (UAM), state, regional and national aviation
program managers, and helicopter and fixed-wing operations specialists.
Required Training
A-100 Basic Aviation Safety
A-103 FAA NOTAM System
A-107 Aviation Policy and Regulations I
A-110 Aviation Transportation of Hazardous Materials (if applicable)
A-112 Mission Planning and Flight Request Process
A-115 Automated Flight Following
A-116 General Awareness Security Training
A-200 (3) Mishap Review
A-202 Interagency Aviation Organizations
A-203 Basic Airspace
A-204 Aircraft Capabilities and Limitations
A-205 Risk Management I
A-208 Aircraft and Pilot Approval
A-218 Aircraft Pre-Use Inspection
A-302 Personal Responsibility and Liability
A-303 Human Factors in Aviation
A-305 Risk Management II
A-306 Aviation Contract Administration Parts I & II
A-307 Aviation Policy and Regulations II
A-310* Overview of Crew Resource Management
A-311 Aviation Planning
Required Training for USFS
N9059 (FS) Crew Resource Management 7 Skills in lieu of A-310*; Equivalency: N9059 for A-310*

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Project Aviation Manager
An individual who plans, organizes, and manages the aviation operations of a project utilizing aircraft. The
Project Aviation Manager may or may not be at the site.
Required Training
A-100 Basic Aviation Safety
A-107 Aviation Policy and Regulations I
A-109 Aviation Radio Use
A-110 (3) Aviation Transportation of Hazardous Materials (if applicable)
A-112 Mission Planning and Flight Request Process
A-116 General Awareness Security Training
A-200 (3) Mishap Review
A-204 Aircraft Capabilities and Limitations
A-205 Risk Management I
A-218 Aircraft Pre-Use Inspection
A-302 Personal Responsibility and Liability
A-305 Risk Management II
A-307 Aviation Policy and Regulations II
A-310* Overview of Crew Resource Management
A-311 Aviation Planning

Additional Required Training for USFS

N9059 (FS) Crew Resource Management 7 Skills in lieu of A-310*; Equivalency: N9059 for A-310*

Aircrew Member
Personnel (not pilot/passenger) required to either be on board the aircraft/or attend to the loading and
unloading of passengers and cargo at all landing and takeoffs, and ensure that passengers have received a
safety briefing prior to all missions. In addition, they perform an active mission function during a flight to
ensure the successful outcome of the mission.
Required Training
A-100 (3) Basic Aviation Safety
A-110 (3) Aviation Transportation of Hazardous Materials (if applicable)
A-116 General Awareness Security Training
A-200 (3) Mishap Review
A-219 Helicopter Transport of External Cargo (if applicable)
Other training that will satisfy the requirement for Aircrew Member (Agency/Bureau specific)

S-271 Helicopter Crewmember (A-219 is Included)

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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. This position does not include special-use operations.
The Flight Manager is not required to be on board for most flights. For flights that have multiple legs or are
complex in nature, a Flight Manager should be present on the entire flight.
Required Training
A-100 (3) Basic Aviation Safety
A-109 Aviation Radio Use
A-110 (3) Aviation Transportation of Hazardous Materials (if applicable)
A-112 Mission Planning and Flight Request Process
A-116 General Awareness Security Training
A-200 (3) Mishap Review

Fixed-Wing Flight Manager - Special Use

Government representative who works jointly with the pilot-in-command and aircrew members to ensure safe,
efficient flight management of missions other than point-to-point flying (e.g. reconnaissance, infrared, aerial
photo) and other missions requiring special training and/or equipment. Refer to specific agency policy for a
complete listing of special use missions.
Required Training
A-100 (3) Basic Aviation Safety
A-109 Aviation Radio Use
A-110 (3) Aviation Transportation of Hazardous Materials (if applicable)
A-112 Mission Planning and Flight Request Process
A-115 Automated Flight Following
A-116 General Awareness Security Training
A-200 (3) Mishap Review
A-204 Aircraft Capabilities and Limitations
A-205 Risk Management I
A-218 Aircraft Pre-Use Inspection
A-302 Personal Responsibility and Liability
A-303 Human Factors in Aviation
A-310* Overview of Crew Resource Management
Required Training for USFS
N9059 (FS) Crew Resource Management 7 Skills in lieu of A-310*; Equivalency: N9059 for A-310*

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Helicopter Flight Manager (DOI Only)
Individual who supervise missions limited to: Point-to-point transport of personnel to/from a developed
heliport/helibase or airport, reconnaissance missions below and/or above 500’ AGL; landings at or takeoffs
from improved or unimproved sites.
Required Training
A-100 (3) Basic Aviation Safety
A-109 Aviation Radio Use
A-110 (3) Aviation Transportation of Hazardous Materials (if applicable)
A-112 Mission Planning and Flight Request Process
A-115 Automated Flight Following
A-116 General Awareness Security Training
A-200 (3) Mishap Review
A-204 Aircraft Capabilities and Limitations
A-205 Risk Management I
A-209 Helicopter Operations

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Helicopter Manager - Resource
Responsible for coordinating, scheduling, managing, and supervising non-fire resource helicopter operations.
Fire helicopter manager training and experience requirements are found in the PMS 310-1 and specific agency
and bureau policies. Currently qualified Helicopter Managers (HMGB-NWCG) through PMS 310-1 satisfy the
Helicopter Manager-Resource Requirement. Reference - One-Way NWCG Position to IAT Position Crosswalk
Required Training
A-100 (3) Basic Aviation Safety
A-107 Aviation Policy and Regulations I
A-109 Aviation Radio Use
A-110 (3) Aviation Transportation of Hazardous Materials (if applicable)
A-112 Mission Planning and Flight Request Process
A-115 Automated Flight Following
A-116 General Awareness Security Training
A-200 (3) Mishap Review
A-204 Aircraft Capabilities and Limitations
A-205 Risk Management I
A-209 Helicopter Operations
A-218 Aircraft Pre-Use Inspection
A-219 Helicopter Transport of External Cargo (if applicable)
A-302 (3) Personal Responsibility and Liability
A-303 (3) Human Factors in Aviation
A-304 Aircraft Maintenance
A-305 Risk Management II
A-307 (3) Aviation Policy and Regulations II
A-309 (3) Helicopter Flight Manual
A-310 (3)* Overview of Crew Resource Management
A-311 Aviation Planning
Other training that will satisfy the requirement for Helicopter Manager-Resource (Agency/Bureau specific)

S-271 Helicopter Crewmember (A-219 is included)

S-372 Helicopter Management AND Completion of Single Resource Boss Helicopter Task Book OR
Resource Helicopter Manager Task Sheet (Agency/Bureau specific)
Required Training for USFS
N9059 (FS) Crew Resource Management 7 Skills in lieu of A-310*; Equivalency: N9059 for A-310*
To Maintain Currency for USFS
RT9059F(3) CRM 7 Skills Refresher; Equivalency: RT9059F for A-310*
RT-372 (3) Helicopter Manager Workshop (3)

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 2017 IAT Position Requirements Matrix
POSITION

Fixed-Wing Flight Manager

Fixed-Wing Flight Manager

Helicopter Flight Manager

Project Aviation Manager

YELLOW = OPM-04 identifies five positions which have required training for

Course Length (Hours)

DOI and other personnel participating in manned aircraft activities. Aircrew

Helicopter Manager -
member, Aviation Manager, Flight Follower, Line Manager and Supervisor

Aviation Dispatcher

Line Manager (DOI)

Supervisor (USFS)
Aviation Manager
Aircrew Member

Supervisor (DOI)
Flight Follower
BOLD-Course Available Online

- Special Use
X = Requires Completion Once
3 = Requires initial completion and every 3 years

Resource
(DOI)
CODE COURSE TITLE
A-100 Basic Aviation Safety 5 3 3 X 3 3 3 3 3 X
A-102 USFS Alaska Region Fixed-Wing Safety 1 As specified by bureau or agency policy
A-103 FAA NOTAM System 1 X X
A-104 Overview of Aircraft Capabilities & Limitations 1 X X
A-107 Aviation Policy & Regulations I 1 X X X X X
A-109 Aviation Radio Use 2 X X X X X X X
A-110 Aviation Transportation of HAZMAT (*if applicable) 2 3* 3* X 3* 3* 3* 3* 3*
A-112 Mission Planning & Flight Request Process 1 X X X X X X X
A-115 Automated Flight Following 2 X X X X X X
A-116 General Awareness Security Training .5 X X X X X X X
A-200 Mishap Review 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
A-202 Interagency Aviation Organizations 1.5 X X
A-203 Basic Airspace 3 X X
A-204 Aircraft Capabilities & Limitations 2 X X X X X X
A-205 Risk Management-I 2 X X X X X X
A-207 Aircraft Flight Scheduling 1 X X
A-208 Aircraft and Pilot Approval 3 X
A-209 Helicopter Operations (helicopter aircrew member) 8 X X
A-218 Aircraft Pre-Use Inspection .5 X X X X
A-219 Helicopter Transport of External Cargo (*if applicable) 8 X* X
A-220 Train-The-Trainer 32 Reference Part 3 Interagency Aviation Training
A-223 Water Ditching and Survival Train-The-Trainer 24 Instructor Certification
A-225 IAT Instructor Update 2
A-302 Personal Responsibility & Liability 2 X X 3 X
A-303 Human Factors in Aviation 2 X X X 3
A-304 Aircraft Maintenance 2 X
A-305 Risk Management II 4 X X X X
A-306 Aviation Contract Administration Parts I & II 6 X
A-307 Aviation Policy and Regulations-II 4 X X 3 X
A-309 Helicopter Flight Manuals 2 3
A-310** Overview of Crew Resource Management 2 X X 3 X
A-311 Aviation Planning 3 X X X
A-312 Water Ditching and Survival 8 As specified by bureau or agency policy
* Line managers must complete the M-3 Aviation Management for Supervisors OR M-2 Aviation Management Line Managers Briefing every 3 years.
M-3* Aviation Management for Supervisors - DOI 4 3 3
M-2* Aviation Management Line Managers Briefing – DOI 2 3
USFS Required Training
A-314 Aviation Program Overview for Forest Service Agency Administrators 2 3
N9059** Crew Resource Management 7 Skills **in lieu of A-310 3 X X X X
RT9059F** Crew Resource Management 7 Skills Refresher**in lieu of A-310 1.5 3

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 2017 One Way S-Course (NWCG) to A-Course(s) IAT Equivalency Matrix
This matrix shows the approved one-way S-Course (NWCG) equivalents (E) for the IAT “A” Courses. It is
recognized that personnel may receive aviation-related training from sources other than that found in the IAT
curriculum. It is the goal of the IAT system to diminish redundancy and promote effective and efficient training.
Supervisors should review the following list of DOI approved course equivalents when assessing the training needs
of their employees. Outside course curriculum can be used to satisfy the requirements of the IAT Guide. It is
incumbent upon the supervisor and the employee to ensure that training records are maintained that support
completion of equivalency courses in place of the IAT curriculum.

S - COURSE

Course equivalencies to be determined by DOI OAS Chief ASTPE / USFS ATPM RT-372 Helicopter Manager Refresher

S-470 Air Operations Branch Director

S-375 Air Support Group Supervisor
S-378 Air Attack Group Supervisor
Course equivalencies to be determined by DOI OAS Chief ASTPE / USFS ATPM RT-273 SEAT Manager Refresher
S-271 Helicopter Crewmember
S-270 Basic Air Operations

S-372 Helicopter Manager

S-371 Helibase Manager
S-273 SEAT Manager
CODE COURSE TITLE
A-100 Basic Aviation Safety
A-104 Overview of Aircraft Capabilities & Limitations E
A-107 Aviation Policy & Regulations-I E
A-109 Aviation Radio Use
IAT COURSES

A-110 Aviation Transportation of HAZMAT (if applicable)

A-112 Mission Planning & Flight Request Process
A-115 Automated Flight Following
A-116 General Awareness Security Training
A-200 Mishap Review
A-202 Interagency Aviation Organizations
A-203 Basic Airspace E E
A-204 Aircraft Capabilities & Limitations
A-205 Risk Management-I E E E E
A-207 Aircraft Flight Scheduling
A-208 Aircraft and Pilot Approval E
A-209 Helicopter Operations E
A-216 Aircraft Operations Security
A-218 Aircraft Pre-Use Inspection E E
A-219 Helicopter Transport of External Cargo (if applicable) E
A-302 Personal Responsibility & Liability
A-303 Human Factors in Aviation
A-304 Aircraft Maintenance E
A-305 Risk Management-II
A-306 Aviation Contract Administration Parts I & II E E
A-307 Aviation Policy and Regulations-II E
A-309 Helicopter Flight Manuals E
A-310 Overview of Crew Resource Management

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 2017 One-Way NWCG Position to IAT Position Crosswalk
IAT Position

Fixed-Wing Flight Manager Special Use

Helicopter Manager- Resource

Fixed-Wing Flight Manager

Helicopter Flight Manager

Project Aviation Manager

Aviation Dispatcher
1

Aviation Manager
Aircrew Member

Flight Follower

Supervisor
NWCG Position
Area Command Aviation
ACAC X X
Coordinator
AOBD Air Ops Branch Director X X

ACDP Aircraft Dispatcher X X

ASGS Air Support Group Supervisor X X

ATGS Air Tactical Group Supervisor X X X

DECK Deck Coordinator X

HEB1/2 Helibase Manager X X X

HLCO Helicopter Coordinator X X

HECM Helicopter Crewmember X

HMGB Helicopter Manager X 2 X X

X

SEMG SEAT Manager X X

Example: As a qualified and current NWCG Air Operations Branch Director (AOBD), IAT recognizes the
individual’s ability to successfully function as a Project Aviation Manager or Aviation Manager for non-fire
aviation jobs described in OPM-04 and the IAT Guide.

1
Note : Aircrew Member
• Helicopter qualified personnel lacking fixed-wing experience shall complete A-100 Basic
Aviation Safety prior to working as an Aircrew Member for fixed wing operations.
• Fixed-wing qualified personnel lacking helicopter experience shall complete A-100 Basic
Aviation Safety prior to working as an Aircrew Member for helicopter operations.
2
Note : HMGB wishing to act as a Fixed-Wing Flight Manager shall complete A-100 Basic Aviation Safety.

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Part 3 Interagency Aviation Training Instructor Certification
Also See DOI OPM-04 (7) Interagency Aviation Training Instructor Certification
1. Interagency Aviation Training Instructor Certification

Individuals certified to instruct the Interagency Aviation Training program curriculum will be approved to
teach courses based on the following process:

A. Objective. This part identifies minimum qualifications for instructors of courses within the
Interagency Aviation Training Program. Because of the complexity and/or technicality of aviation
skills needed to perform aviation missions, instructors need to possess certain knowledge, skills and
abilities to ensure information is being presented in an effective manner. Individuals who meet
these standards will be approved as an instructor, authorized to instruct specific IAT courses and
provided instructor access to the Interagency Aviation Training (IAT) website.

Individuals instructing NWCG aviation courses are required to meet instructor qualifications within
the NWCG Field Managers Course Guide or individual course instructor guides.

Qualified instructors who have taught a course within the currency requirement period will receive
credit for completing that course.
B. Requirements.

1. Initial Instructor Certification. Instructors must complete A-220 Train-The-Trainer (IAT)

or M-410 Facilitative Instructor (NWCG). Prior to Instructor certification, instructors
must be evaluated their respective agency DOI OAS Chief, Aviation Safety, Training, and
Program Evaluations Division (ASTPE), USFS National Aviation Training Program Manager
(ATPM) or their Bureau designee. Designee approval must be in writing.

NOTE: Subject matter experts may be authorized to teach courses in their related
fields. (Examples of this might include: Contracting Officers (A-306), Solicitors (A-302),
Pilot Inspectors (A-204/208/209), Maintenance Inspectors (A-304) Accident Investigators
(A-200/205/305), and Bureau Aviation Managers (A-107/M-2/M-3).

In lieu of completing A-220 or M-410, potential instructors may request

course/experience equivalency from their respective DOI OAS Chief STPE or USFS ATPM
for other instructor training courses or experience. Requests should be routed and
supported through the bureau/agency national aviation manager.

Upon certification, instructors are authorized to teach the A-100 Basic Aviation Safety
Course.

It is highly recommended that certified instructors that have only completed M-410, also
complete the A-225 course to understand the process of adding a course offering and the
completion of a course roster on the IAT website.

2. Authorization to instruct Interagency Aviation Training courses in addition to A-100.

Instructors wishing to teach additional courses shall follow the process outlined below.

Instructor shall meet the requirements of Part 3, 1 (B) (1) above.

Must have successfully completed the course as a student, or have been granted
equivalency by DOI OAS Chief ASTPE or USFS ATPM or their Bureau designee.

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 To be granted authorization to teach each additional course, instructors must be
evaluated by the DOI OAS Chief ASTPE or USFS ATPM or designee. Evaluators shall
forward the completed documentation (OAS-105) to the DOI OAS Chief ASTPE or USFS
ATPM (as appropriate).

3. Additional Instructor Prerequisites. Some courses require additional instructor

prerequisites beyond Part 3 (1) (B) (2) above.

4. Instructors seeking authorization to teach specific courses based on past training or

experience shall submit the request through their bureau aviation manager (DOI-BAM) or
regional aviation safety managers (USFS-RASM) with their concurrence. If approved the
request will be submitted to DOI OAS Chief ASTPE or USFS ATPM for approval.

Note: Instructors are encouraged to co-teach with a qualified instructor prior to

requesting the authorization.

C. Maintaining Interagency Aviation Training Instructor Certification. Instructors must do the

following to maintain certification:

1. Have agency/bureau and supervisor approval.

2. Teach a minimum of one Interagency Aviation Training course every 36 months.

3. Complete course management processes [e.g. registering class on Interagency Aviation

Training (IAT) web site, having student’s complete OAS-111 course evaluations, closing
out course, etc.] for every class taught within 90 days of course completion.

4. Complete an A-225 Interagency Aviation Training Instructor Update session once every 36
months (3 years).

5. Instructors not meeting the above requirements may work with their bureau/agency
aviation manager in partnership with DOI OAS Chief ASTPE and USFS ATPM for
recertification.

D. Water Ditching and Survival Instructors. Individuals certified to instruct the course A-312, Water
Ditching and Survival

Objective. The following identifies the minimum aviation management training qualifications
for instructors to teach the A-312 Course.

Certification: The following requirements (steps 1 through 7 do not need to be completed in

sequence)
1. Meet criteria in Part 3, 1(B)(1),(2)

2. Successfully complete the A-312 course as a student.

3. Hold a current CPR and basic first aid certificate.

4. Must complete A-223 Water Ditching and Survival Train-The-Trainer, instructed by a

qualified cadre. Basic water rescue is included in the curriculum.

5. A qualified A-312 instructor will mentor an instructor trainee. Mentoring will be

performance based.

The instructor trainee must:

a. Observe/assist a qualified instructor presenting the entire course.

b. Instruct under the supervision of a qualified instructor.

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 c. Demonstrate thorough knowledge of emergency procedures.

d. Complete the Instructor Trainee Task Sheet.

The final instructor certification will be documented on the OAS-105 Instructor

Evaluation and Certification Form by an OAS/USFS A-223 Water Ditching and Survival
Train the Trainer instructor or approved designee. Designee approval will be in writing
from the DOI OAS Chief ASTPE or USFS ATPM.

NOTE: Each certification session shall be limited to two instructor trainees per class.
A-312 instructors are strongly encouraged to successfully complete training at a
commercial water ditching facility at least once.

6. Currency:

a. Instructors must meet the requirements in Part 3, 1 (C). Maintaining

Interagency Aviation Training Instructor Certification.

b. Co-instruct A-312 once every 36 months.

c. Hold current CPR and basic first aid cards.

d. Provide copies of current training certificates to OAS-TB (CPR and First-Aid) to

be filed in the permanent instructor folder at OAS.

e. Attend an A-223 Instructor Refresher Course or Water Ditching & Survival

Workshop once every 36 months.

7. Recertification. Instructors who have not maintained currency (excluding First-Aid and
CPR) must meet the following requirements to recertify:

a. Contact DOI OAS Chief ASTPE/Bureau Leads/USFS Aviation Training Program

Manager (USFS ATPM) to initiate recertification.

b. Demonstrate knowledge and competency to an OAS, USFS A-223 instructor or

approved designee. Designee approval will be in writing from their respective
bureau Lead. (This may be accomplished by instructing an A-312 course)

E. A-223 Water Ditching and Survival Train the Trainer Instructor. Individuals certified to instruct
course A-223

Objective. Demonstrate skill in presenting the A-223 course curriculum and safety procedures
associated with providing pool exercises.

Certification Requirements Instructors must be:

a. Qualified and current as an A-312 Water Ditching & Survival Instructor.

b. A-223 Instructors will maintain basic water rescue or lifeguard certification.

c. A-223 instructors are required to complete a commercial water ditching course

at least once. Courses will be approved by OAS-TB or the Bureaus or the USFS.
Commercial course curriculum shall be provided to OAS for informational
purposes and to ensure there are no conflicts between commercial course
instruction and agency instruction.

d. OAS-TB Training Specialists and USFS A-223 Instructors are required to

complete a commercial water ditching course once every 36 months.

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Part 4 Course Catalog

100 Level Courses

All 100 level courses are available online at https://www.iat.gov/, and may be offered as Instructor Led
(Classroom) classes, Webinar classes or at ACE/Workshop Events.

A-100 Basic Aviation Safety (All Aircraft)

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).
Class length: 5.0 hours
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide

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.
Class length: 1 hour
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide

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.
Class length: 1 hour
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide

A-104 Overview of Aircraft Capabilities and Limitations (Helicopter/Fixed-Wing)

This course provides a fundamental understanding of aircraft performance, capabilities and limitations. Emphasis
is placed on selecting the “right tool for the job”.
Class length: 1 hour
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide

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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).
Class length: 1 hour
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide

A-109 Aviation Radio Use

Provides a basic understanding on the operation of aircraft radios including: VHF-AM, multichannel 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.
Class length: 2 hours
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide

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.
Class length: 2 hours
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide

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.
Class length: 1 hour
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide

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.
Class length: 1 hour
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide

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A-115 Automated Flight Following (AFF)
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.
Class length: 2 hours
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide

A-116 General Awareness Security Training

This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to DOI and USFS departmental aviation security
requirements.
Class length: 30 minutes
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide

200 Level Courses

200 level courses are available online at https://www.iat.gov/, and may be offered as Instructor Led
(Classroom), Webinar, or at ACE/IAT Workshop Events.

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. Instructors authorized to teach this course are
required to coordinate with the appropriate agency DOI OAS Chief ASTPE or USFS Regional Aviation Safety
Manager (RASM), for additional USFS information, contact the USFS ATPM.
Class length: 2 hours
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements:
1) Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide
2) Requests to offer Instructor Led Presentation:
a. DOI content: Authorization by the DOI OAS Chief ASTPE:
1) For Bureau Aviation Safety Managers - Annually
2) For other DOI personnel - per course offering
b. USFS content: Authorization from RASM or USFS ATPM - Annually

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.
Class length: 2 hours
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide

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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.
Class length: 3 hours
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide

A-204 Aircraft Capabilities and Limitations (Helicopters/Fixed-Wing)

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.
Class length: 2 hours
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide

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.
Class length: 2 hours
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: 1) Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide; 2) Completion of A-305 Risk Management II

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.
Class length: 1 hour
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide

A-208 Aircraft and Pilot Approval

To provide a clear understanding of the Department of the Interior’s Office of Aviation Services (DOI-OAS) and
the USDA US Forest Service (USFS) inspection of aircraft, pilots and support equipment. To include preflight
inspections, maintenance, contract and agency policy regarding aircraft equipment and condition requirements
as well as operating handbooks and agency carding requirements. Also, the role of the user and how they can
support the quality assurance of our carding process.
Class length: 3 hours
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide

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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.
Class length: 8 hours
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: 1) Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide; 2) Helicopter Manager-Resource or
Helicopter Manager (HMGB-NWCG)

A-218 Aircraft Pre-Use Inspection

This course shows how to perform a pre-use inspection on a helicopter and a fixed-wing aircraft.
Class length: 30 minutes
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide

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.
Class length: 8 hours
Course Prerequisites: A-100 Basic Aviation Safety OR S-271 Helicopter Crewmember AND A-110 Aviation
Transportation of Hazardous Materials
Instructor Requirements: 1) Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide; 2) Qualified and current as a Helicopter
Manager-Resource (IAT) or Helicopter Manager (HMGB-NWCG)

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.
Class length: 32 hours
Course Prerequisites: A-100 Basic Aviation Safety course completion within the past 12 months.
Instructor Requirements: 1) Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide; 2) Scheduling this course requires
coordination with the DOI OAS Chief ASTPE or USFS ATPM.

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.
Class length: 32 hours
Course Prerequisites: None

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Instructor Requirements: 1) Reference Part 3 (1) (E) of IAT Guide 2) Requires authorization from DOI OAS
Chief ASTPE or USFS ATPM.

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.
Class length: 2 hours
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide

300 Level Courses

300 level courses are offered as Instructor Led (Classroom), Webinar or at ACE/IAT Workshop Events.

A-302 Personal Responsibility and Liability

The course provides an understanding of personal and organizational responsibility and liability in aviation
program operations.
Class length: 2 hours
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: 1) Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide; 2) Federal attorney or solicitor

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.

Class length: 2 hours

Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide

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
Class length: 2 hours
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: 1) Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide; 2) Certified maintenance technician
and/or Helicopter Manager-Resource or Helicopter Manager (HMGB-NWCG)

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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
Class length: 4 hours
Course Prerequisites: A-205 Risk Management I
Instructor Requirements: 1) Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide; 2) A-205 Qualified Instructor

A-306 Aviation Contract Administration I & II

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.
Class length: 6 hours
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: 1) Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide; 2) Contracting Officer ONLY

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).
Class length: 4 hours
Course Prerequisites: A-107 Aviation Policy and Regulations I
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide

A-309 Helicopter Flight Manuals

Technical training on helicopter performance planning.
Class length: 2 hours
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: 1) Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide); 2) Qualified Helicopter Inspector Pilot
(HIP), Helicopter Operations specialist (HOS).

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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.
Class length: 2 hours
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide

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.
Class length: 3 hours
Course Prerequisites: It is highly recommended that the students complete the A-205 Risk Management I
course or have field experience in developing a risk assessment worksheet matrix prior to taking this course.
Instructor Requirements: 1) Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide; 2) Must have experience with approval of
National, Regional or Unit Aviation Plans.

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.
Class Length: 8 hours
Course Prerequisites: A verbal declaration of an acceptable level of fitness for participation in the pool
portion of the class will be requested.
Instructor Requirements: 1) Reference Part 3 (1) (D); 2) Two qualified instructors are required on site during
pool instruction while students are in the water.

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.
Class length: 2 hours
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: 1) Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide; 2) See USFS ATPM for current course
curriculum.

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.
Class length: 2 hours
Course Prerequisites: A-312 Water Ditching and Survival
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (D)

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Management Level Courses

Management level courses may be available online at https://www.iat.gov/, Instructor Led (Classroom),
Webinar or at ACE/ IAT Workshop Events.

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.
Class length: 2 hours
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: 1) Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide; 2) One-time authorization from the DOI
OAS Chief ASTPE is required.

M-3 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).
Class length: 4 hours
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide

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400 Level Courses

400 level courses are offered as Instructor Led (Classroom), Webinar or at ACE/IAT Workshop Events.

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. 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 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.
Class length: 32 hours (does not include required pre-work)
Course Prerequisites: Reference OPM-11
Instructor Requirements: Reference OPM-11 and your sUAS program manager for guidance

A-452R Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Remote Pilot Course 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 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.
Class length: 2 Hours
Course Prerequisites:
1. A-450 Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Basic Remote Pilot Course.
2. Current qualification as a DOI remote pilot
Instructor Requirements: Reference OPM-11 and your sUAS program manager for guidance

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 qualified pilots that want to add additional DOI approved sUAS platforms to their DOI
Remote Pilot Card.
Class length: Platform dependent
Course Prerequisites:
1. A-450 Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Basic Remote Pilot Course
2. Program management approval as outlined in OPM-11
3. Funding secured for platform purchase
4. Current qualification as a DOI remote pilot
Instructor Requirements: Reference OPM-11 and your sUAS program manager for guidance

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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 and 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 DOI.
Class length: 2 hours
Course Prerequisites: None
Instructor Requirements: Reference OPM-11 and your sUAS program manager for guidance

USFS Additional Courses

N9059 Crew Resource Management 7 Skills (USFS)

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.
Class Length: 3 hours
Instructor Requirements: 1) Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide); 2) FS509 Crew Resource Management 7
Skills Train-the-Trainer Course.
Course Prerequisites: None

RT9059F Crew Resource Management 7 Skills – Refresher (USFS)

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.
Class Length: 1.5 hours
Instructor Requirements: 1) Reference Part 3 (1) (B) of IAT Guide); 2) FS509 Crew Resource Management 7
Skills Train-the-Trainer Course.
Course Prerequisites: N9059 Crew Resource Management 7 Skills

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