Description

Evidence-based training (EBT) is a training and assessment method based on data that is characterised by developing and assessing the capability of a trainee across a range of core competencies rather than by measuring the performance in individual events or manoeuvres.

The aim of an EBT programme is to identify, develop, and assess the competencies required by pilots to operate safely, effectively and efficiently in a commercial air transport environment by managing the most relevant threats and errors based on evidence collected in operations and training.

The need for EBT

The evidence-based training project is a global safety improvement initiative in the training environment supported by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO). The origin of EBT arose from an industry-wide consensus that, to reduce the airline accident rate, a strategic review of recurrent and type-rating training for airline pilots was necessary.