The ATPL Flight Planning & Monitoring Online Course provides a structured, exam-focused walkthrough of one of the most operationally relevant ATPL subjects. Built around concise video lessons with supporting documentation, the course explains flight planning from the fundamental fuel policy concepts through to advanced operational considerations used in real airline operations and ATPL exams.
The course covers the basic fuel scheme (TTCAAF), contingency fuel reduction, isolated aerodromes, discretionary and extra fuel planning, tankering considerations, integrated cruise tables, PET and PSR calculations, altimetry principles, IFR procedures and approach types, and the practical monitoring of flight progress and logs. Each lesson breaks complex regulatory and operational topics into clear logical steps, supported by practical examples that reflect how questions are typically presented in ATPL examinations.
Written and presented by experienced ATPL instructors and airline pilots, the course aligns with the published learning objectives and complements the Aviation Insider Flight Planning revision material. It is designed to support structured study, strengthen weaker areas, and build confidence ahead of exams. Access is online and on-demand, allowing you to study at your own pace and revisit key topics whenever needed.
An introduction video is included to guide you through the course structure and how to approach the subject effectively, with additional debrief videos to follow that will summarise key concepts and provide further exam insight.
Curriculum
- 12 Sections
- 12 Lessons
- 8 Weeks
- Introduction1
- Lesson 1: Basic Fuel Scheme - TTCAAF1
- Lesson 2: Reducing Contingency Fuel1
- Lesson 3: Isolated Aerodromes1
- Lesson 4: Extra and Discretionary Fuel1
- Lesson 5: Tankering Fuel1
- Lesson 6: Integrated Cruise Tables1
- Lesson 7: Flight Logs & Monitoring1
- Lesson 8: PET and PSR1
- Lesson 9: Altimetry1
- Lesson 10: IFR Procedures & Approach Types1
- Post Course Debrief1
Requirements
- Basic understanding of ATPL-level mathematics (ratios, percentages, trigonometry)
- Familiarity with standard ATPL terminology
- Access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet connection
- Ability to pause, rewind, and practice calculations alongside the lessons
Features
- 10 structured video lessons covering the full General Navigation syllabus
- Clear step-by-step explanations aligned with exam-style questions
- Supporting documentation to reinforce key concepts
- Taught by experienced ATPL instructors and airline pilots
- On-demand access with the ability to revisit lessons anytime
- Designed to complement ATPL revision guides and question banks
Target audiences
- ATPL students studying flight planning
- Modular and integrated ATPL candidates
- Pilots retaking flight planning exams
- Pilots looking for a clear, structured explanation of flight planning without excessive textbook detail
