Advanced International Aviation Snow Academy

Achieve the highest levels of airfield safety...Attend the Snow Academy for Snow Fighters

Since the inception of the event, the International Aviation Snow Symposium (I.A.S.S.) has been committed to providing the most comprehensive winter operations training in the industry. This specialized training helps participating airports achieve the highest levels of airfield safety.

Certified by the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) the International Aviation Snow Academy features classes designed to provide current, relevant and focused training for snow and ice control measures at airports, including FAA FAR Part 139 certificated airports.

International Aviation Snow Academy

The International Aviation Snow Academy course educates airport employees, contractors and service providers including airport operations specialist, airport equipment operators, airport supervisors and managers, and airport stakeholders on how to utilize best practices while performing snow and ice control measures on airports during winter operations.

The Curriculum includes...

• Airport and FAA regulations related to Airport Snow and Ice Control.
• Runway assessments and runway condition reporting.
• Introduction to Aircraft Deicing.
• Material resource applications.
• Proper Communications and regulations.
• Snow Removal Equipment designs, capabilities and operations.
• Winter weather forecasting. Understanding basic terms and application of forecasts.
• Human resource factors and the effects on winter operations.
•  Additional Current regulatory requirements
• Safety Management System exercise.

Graduates of the International Aviation Snow Academy curriculum receive a certificate. Individuals must graduate from this course before moving on to the more advanced course.

Transport Canada and FAA referenced. 

The Advanced International Aviation Snow Academy

The Advanced airport winter operations course is designed to provide airport supervisors, managers, and directors with a stronger knowledge of how to operate safe, efficient, and successful winter operations that meet regulatory and fiscal requirements of all size airports including FAR Part 139 certificated airport.

The Curriculum includes...

• Human Resource Management
• Financial Impacts of Winter Operations
• In depth review of regulations that enhance airfield safety.
• Materials and equipment Management
• Snow and Ice Control Planning and Management
• Introduction of Fatigue Risk Matrix

Participants in the Advanced curriculum must participate in a case study that includes the development of...

• snow and ice control plan
• fleet of equipment and staffing
• winter event budget and cost analysis

Transports Canada and FAA Referenced.

Benefits of Participating

The successful completion of the Advanced International Aviation Snow Academy provides the attendee with recognition in the industry as a highly trained professional Snow Fighter, ready to enhance airfield safety during the winter months.

Graduates from the Advanced classes earn the distinction of being an "Airport Snow Expert" or A.S.E.  by the AAAE. 

Learn all you need to know about controlling ice and snow, register today for the Snow Academy.

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