Singapore & Malaysia – The Centre for Mindfulness (CFM), a leading training provider offering mindfulness-based interventions for students, professionals, and organisations, has announced a strategic partnership with the Asia Aeronautical Training Academy (AATA), a renowned Approved Training Organisation – Flight Training Organisation (ATO-FTO) approved by the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM).  This collaboration brings together Centre for Mindfulness’ Calm in Command course to AATA’s instructors and cadets, aiming to develop the competencies of airline-ready future commanders while undertaking their ab-initio training.

Calm in Command is a Mindfulness-Informed Pilot Competency Development Program aimed at addressing the need of mastering non-technical competencies by combining mindfulness training with pilot competency development. This program equips cadet pilots with the skills to navigate high-pressure situations with clarity, composure, and confidence.  Part of the program also include instructor training to enable AATA to develop competencies of their cadets in the future, getting them ready to deliver Competency-based Training and Assessment (CBTA) programs.

In the high-stakes environment of aviation, situation awareness is the cornerstone of effective decision-making, safety, and successful flight operations. Yet, most flight schools focus primarily on technical skills, leaving cadet pilots without a structured developmental pathway for non-technical competencies such as situation awareness.

Poor situation awareness in the flight deck can have severe consequences, including miscommunication, delayed decision-making, and compromised safety. Mindfulness practices enhance self-awareness, allowing pilots to better manage their emotions, recognize subtle environmental cues, and stay present in rapidly evolving scenarios. By developing self-awareness, pilots naturally enhance situation awareness, which in turn strengthens their ability to manage workload, solve problems, make decisions, and lead effectively.

With Evidence-Based Training (EBT) now focusing on pilots’ core competencies in the airlines, Calm in Command is a must for cadet pilots looking to excel in their assessments and future careers in the airlines. This program not only prepares cadet pilots for EBT assessments but also sets them up for a successful and mentally resilient aviation career.

To find out more about the Calm in Command program, visit https://www.centreformindfulness.sg/calm-in-command

Source: Centre for Mindfulness
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