The SkyLearner UK GA Winter Operations (Cold Weather) course, is a UK CAA PROUD recognised course, designed for trainee and qualified pilots of all experience levels, engaged in general aviation and recreational flying.
The aim is to become aware of requirements when flying during the colder UK winter months, when weather is often less favourable and specific environmental threats and hazards exist.
This course is available as:
✅ Self Study Theory Course
✅ 1 Day Online Workshop
✅ 1 Day In-Person Workshop
Enroll in this course
What will I learn?
Considerations for GA flying during winter.
Threat & Error Management surrounding winter contamination
Survival equipment considerations
Weather and legal planning criteria.
Ice and frost prevention & removal.
Performance and runway considerations in winter.
Who is this course aimed at ?
- Newly qualified and experienced LAPL & PPL pilots wanting to expand their skill set and improve their understanding of UK winter operations.
- Trainee LAPL & PPL pilots, who will be raining throughout the UK winter months in the colder weather.
How would you like to join?
Self Study
Video Course
FREE
Available free of charge if you have any other SkyLearner Courses
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Prepare for the UK Winter on your own time, and from home, with our short 6 hr video course, which includes some core downloadable resources and materials. Let our instructor Stefan Wagner, take you through typical UK GA Winter Ops.
Available free of charge to existing SkyLearner students - Video based Learning Material
- Revision Key Facts and Points
- Downloadable Resources
- UK CAA PROUD Endorsed Certificate
Skills Workshop
(Online or In-Person)
£99
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Once Off
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Prepare for the UK Winter on your own time, and from home, with our short 6 hr video course, which includes some core downloadable resources and materials. Let our instructor Stefan Wagner, take you through typical UK GA Winter Ops.
Available free of charge to existing SkyLearner students - Video Based Learning Material
- Revision Key Facts & Points
- Downloadable Resources
- UK CAA PROUD Endorsed Certificate
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Professional Instructor Led Discussion Workshop.
(Online or in-person option)
(1 Day – 10:00 to 16:00 UK) -
Next Course Dates (Space Available):
Contact us to enquire - Contact us to Book a Date
How the course works
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Self Study Video Course
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Skills Workshop (Online or In-Person)
General Description
The SkyLearner UK Winter Operations self study video course is designed to allow you to study at home and on your own time schedule, using the SkyLearner system. This course is offered as a series of video briefings, combined takeaway key facts and other helpful resources.
Learning Path
- Complete the course videos and key facts
- Discuss any concerns or address any questions through our live chat system.
- Print off your CAA endorsed PROUD certificate.
Remember, we are available to answer any of your questions.
Availability
Available 24 hrs a day, you set the pace and duration to match your schedule.
General Description
The SkyLearner UK GA winter operations skills workshop option, is designed for those wanting to learn about the threats of cold weather flying in general aviation, while sharing stories, discussing experiences, and networking, all over a cup of tea or coffee.
Using our classroom studio, or Microsoft Teams (Depending on class sizes), you can come and join us online or in-person at one of our training venues or join the live session online.
You will also get 1 month of access to the SkyLearner system, including the video based course, key facts and instructor support.
Learning Path
- Choose a skill’s workshop date.
- Attend the skills workshop
- Get your CAA endorsed PROUD certificate.
Available Venues
- Online from your home
- At our training venue in Carrickfergus, UK.
Availability
We publish Skills Workshop dates for the next 12 months, but spaces are limited to a maximum of 12 people to ensure learning is not maximum.
To choose a course date, select the skills’ workshop option from the course options above.
Course/ Workshop Syllabus
This short course/ workshop, forms part of SkyLearner Upskilling PROUD framework, and is endorsed by the UK CAA under the CAA PROUD Scheme, which aims to promote continuous pilot development and upskilling.
Course Syllabus
Duration: 6 Hrs (1 Day)
- Aircraft & General Considerations
- Survival Equipment
- Weather Planning
- Icing Avoidance Planning
- Performance
- Alternate Planning
- Preflight Checks
- Deicing
- Engine Handling
- Cruise Check Considerations
- Icing Recognition
- Remedial Planning
The SkyLearner PROUD Scheme
The SkyLearner PROUD scheme, is endorsed by the UK CAA, and is aimed at developing and upskilling pilots Knowledge Skills and Attitudes, after official licence training has completed.
These courses aim to promote a range of the practical skills essential to creating the modern, resilient and adaptable GA or professional pilot, and to promote continuous learning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to do this course to fly in winter?
No, there is no official requirement to conduct additional training for UK winter GA flying, however, significant hazards exist in this unfamiliar environment, and it is therefore extremely helpful to get additional training to help improve flight safety.
This course is recognised under the UK CAA PROUD Scheme as an upskilling or pilot skills development course.
Do I get a certificate or award for this course?
Yes, we will issue out a certificate showing you have completed this course, which is recognised by the UK CAA, as part of SkyLeaner’s pilot upskilling programme.
Proud is a scheme run by the UK CAA which encourages pilots to continuously learn, improving knowledge, developing skills and enhancing attitudes towards GA flying.
SkyLearner has developed a specific training programme and PROUD framework, designed to meet these objectives in core areas. These courses focus on providing practical application of theoretical knowledge, and build on each other to level up existing pilots.
I already have my license why should I keep learning?
Aviation is a dynamic and safety focused industry, which has managed to achieve inccredible operational and safety standards, in the wake of a changing environment. This in no part is thanks to the professionalism of the people of those involved.
It is important that pilots remain proficient with up to date regulation, modern techniques, and understanding, in order to be an effective commander and operate safely.
UK CAA Endorsed Training
SkyLearner Aviation is a UK approved training organisation (ATO) and this pilot upskilling course forms part of the UK Civil Aviation Authority Endorsed PROUD scheme.
Add the course to your SkyLearner subscription for FREE, and choose between online distance learning, Online Virtual (Microsoft Teams), or In- Person classroom based options.
Online Distance Learning
FREE with your subscription!
Complete our online video course in your own time.
Online Virtual Class (MS Teams)
Attend our scheduled 1 day (4 hour) online live course via Microsoft Teams
In-Person Class (Classroom)
Attend a scheduled 1 day (4 hour) classroom course at one of our training venues.
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Workload Management
Learn techniques and methodologies to promote good workload management and implement them during hypothetical scenarios.
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Leadership & Teamwork
Understand the role of Pilot in Command and how to be an effective leader and follower
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Problem Solving & Decision Making
Learn to implement decision-making models to promote diagnosis and option generation, in technical and non-technical situations.
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Situational Awareness
Work on strategies to observe, place and predict, the current flight path and operation.
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Meaningful Briefings
Review and implement the role of effective preflight, mid-flight and post flight briefings.
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Communication
Use communication models to create brief but effective communication to relevant parties.
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Practical Regulation & SOPs
Discuss legal and procedural requirements and refresh core theory knowledge to help plan, and respond more safely.
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Flight Path Management
Discuss hazardous flight technicques and review important generic recovery principles.
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Automation
Understand the role of automation, from preflight to landing, and understanding how its’ role varies with workload.