About this Training Course
This course provides participants with an understanding of the organisation, operation and safety management of air support operations used in upstream oil and gas operations. It addresses both fixed-wing and rotary-wing operations, with particular emphasis on helicopter operations supporting offshore installations, remote sites and exploration campaigns.
The course enables participants to understand the regulatory environment, operator responsibilities, aircraft capabilities, infrastructure requirements, ground operations, aviation risk management and emergency response arrangements.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Explain the international, regional and national regulatory frameworks governing aviation operations.
- Describe the organisation and responsibilities of an Air Operator, including its key operational and technical documentation.
- Discuss the principles of aircraft airworthiness and maintenance.
- Distinguish between the main helicopter and fixed-wing aircraft categories used in upstream operations.
- Outline the operational requirements for helidecks, heliports and remote airfields.
- Summarise passenger, baggage and cargo ground-handling processes, including weight, balance, payload and range constraints.
- Identify key aviation hazards in upstream operations and apply basic risk-management principles.
- Recognise the purpose and structure of an Aviation Safety Management System, including incident reporting, auditing and safety assurance.
- Interpret the structure of an Aviation Emergency Response Plan and the principles of SAR and MedEvac operations.
This course is designed for personnel involved in the planning, coordination, supervision and safety of air support operations within upstream oil and gas activities, including:
- Logistics Personnel and Coordinators
- HSE / HSSE Personnel
- Personnel supporting helicopter and fixed-wing operations
- Personnel involved in aviation ground operations
- Personnel responsible for aviation safety and operational coordination
- Basic
The course combines structured theoretical learning with practical case studies, group discussions, and individual exercises. Participants engage actively through the Mural platform, supported by comprehensive reference materials, while pre- and post-course evaluations help measure knowledge acquisition and reinforce key learning outcomes.
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Air support operations provide aviation services for exploration, production, offshore facilities, and remote oil and gas locations. Operators use helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft to move personnel, equipment, baggage, and cargo. These operations also require ground support, aviation infrastructure, safety systems, and emergency planning.
Helicopters provide access to offshore platforms, helidecks, and remote locations. Fixed-wing aircraft usually operate between airports, runways, and remote airfields.
Operators select aircraft based on payload, range, weight, balance, and operational limits. The location and mission requirements also influence aircraft selection.
Aviation logistics involves several operational challenges. These include regulatory compliance, aircraft selection, passenger movement, cargo handling, and infrastructure management.
Teams must also manage aviation hazards and coordinate activities across remote locations. Weather, payload limits, and aircraft range can affect operational planning.
An Aviation Safety Management System helps organisations manage aviation risks systematically. It supports hazard identification, incident reporting, safety audits, and risk control.
The system also helps teams monitor safety performance. This approach allows organisations to identify problems before they develop into serious incidents.
Oil and gas aviation may use helidecks, heliports, runways, and remote airfields. The required infrastructure depends on the aircraft and operating environment.
Ground facilities must also support passengers, baggage, cargo, and aircraft movements. Good coordination helps maintain safe and efficient operations.
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