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sSkySafe S.n.c.
Sede Legale: Via Pietro Fedele, 40 – Roma (RM)
Codice Fiscale / Partita IVA: 17947121004
Numero REA: RM - 1751454
Skyline
in partnership with Sunrise Aviation
Flight Operations & OCC Training
The next course will start on april 2026.
Skyline Flight Academy offers training programmes designed for those who wish to pursue a career in Flight Operations and Operations Control Centres.
The courses combine theoretical training, exercises based on realistic operational scenarios and practical activities using professional software, with programmes aligned with the main ICAO and EASA standards.
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Introductory Course in Flight Operations
44 hours – 11 modules of 4 hours each
An introductory programme open to everyone, designed to provide the basic knowledge and terminology of air transport and introduce students to the main professions within the aviation industry.
Main topics:
- organisation of air transport;
- airports and airlines;
- aviation law;
- Human Factors and safety culture;
- Air Traffic Control and Operations Control Centres;
- ground handling, security and airport services;
- aviation English;
- individual career guidance.
Certificate of attendance – no technical prerequisites required
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Flight Dispatcher / Flight Operations Officer Course
230/ 200 hours of theoretical training and 30 hours of practical training
A professional training programme dedicated to the initial training of Flight Operations Officers and Flight Dispatchers, following the competency-based approach established by ICAO Doc 10106.
The course prepares students to plan, monitor and manage flight operations through theoretical lessons, practical exercises and training on the professional PPS flight-planning software.
Main topics:
- Air Law, ATS, ATM, AIS and NOTAMs;
- aeronautical meteorology;
- Operational Flight Plans and fuel planning;
- aircraft performance and systems;
- navigation, PBN, RVSM and oceanic routes;
- Mass and Balance and loadsheet preparation;
- ETOPS/EDTO and OCC procedures;
- flight following, flight monitoring and flight watch;
- Human Factors, SMS, security and crisis management;
- practical exercises using professional PPS software;
- technical visit to an OCC, subject to the availability of the hosting operator.
Initial FOO/FD Training Certificate specifying the total number of hours, the training areas covered, the relevant regulatory references and the course instructors.
What does a Flight Dispatcher do?
Flight Planning
Weather Analysis
Flight Monitoring
Pilot Support
Works closely with pilots and the airline's operations office, providing updates on operational changes, weather conditions, NOTAMs (flight notices), and other critical information.
Calculates the optimal route by considering distances, winds, preferred routes, airspace restrictions, required fuel, and emergency alternatives.
Monitors weather conditions (current weather and forecasts) along the route and at departure, arrival, and alternate airports, assessing potential risks
After take-off, follows the flight in real time, supporting the crew in case of weather changes, emergencies, or operational needs (such as diversions or alternate landings).
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Crew Controller Course
60 hours – 48 hours of theoretical training and 12 hours of practical training
The course trains professionals who, within an Operations Control Centre, plan, assign and reschedule flight crews, ensuring that every flight is operated by qualified, rested and available personnel.
Main topics:
- organisation of Crew Control within the OCC;
- Flight Time Limitations – EASA Subpart FTL;
- fatigue risk management;
- crew qualifications and licence validity;
- crew planning and rostering;
- management of delays, cancellations and crew unavailability;
- crew recovery, positioning and deadheading;
- exercises based on realistic operational scenarios;
- introduction to crew management software.
Crew Controller Course Certificate, with a programme aligned with Regulation (EU) No 965/2012 – Subpart FTL.
Why Choose Skyline
- Instructors with direct operational experience in airlines and Operations Control Centres.
- Programmes aligned with ICAO and EASA standards.
- Theoretical and practical training.
- Scenarios based on realistic operational situations.
- Training on professional PPS software.
- Structured training pathways with detailed programmes, training hours and regulatory references.
- Career guidance and preparation for recruitment processes.
Instructors
Leonardo Ricci
Leonardo Ricci is an airline pilot, instructor, and technical pilot.
He has always been passionate about aviation and approaches his profession with dedication and curiosity, driven by a desire to fully understand every technical and operational aspect of flight.
He holds a degree in Engineering, with a thesis focused on next-generation weather radar systems installed on commercial aircraft, combining technical precision with a strong interest in training and knowledge sharing.
He believes that professional growth and aviation culture are built through study, commitment, and shared passion.
Because “knowledge, when shared, increases its value.”
Leonardo Ricci
Management Engineer and Optimisation Specialist
Management engineer with specialist expertise in combinatorial optimisation, operations research and the efficient management of resources.
He focuses on the analysis and resolution of complex problems through mathematical models, quantitative methods and decision-support tools, with particular attention to planning, resource allocation and the improvement of organisational and operational processes.
Within the training programmes, he contributes an analytical and structured approach, transforming complex problems into practical, efficient solutions that can be applied in professional environments.
Vlad Tiron
I am an aviation professional, curious and motivated to learn and share the knowledge I have gained.
I currently work in the AIM/ATM sector, handling Acceptance Testing and supporting air navigation service providers.
I previously coordinated flight operations at Aeroitalia, managing complex operational scenarios and OCC activities.
I combine technical skills, ICAO/EUROCONTROL regulatory knowledge, and a strong commitment to sharing what I have learned throughout my career.
Fabio Ceresani
A professional with over 30 years of experience in the aviation sector, specializing in Operations Control Center (OCC) activities, flight dispatch, and flight operations management in both national and international contexts.
He has held positions of responsibility within airlines and aviation operators, developing solid expertise in flight planning and monitoring, operational decision-making, and the management of complex operational scenarios. Particular attention has always been given to the human factor, teamwork, and process innovation.
Throughout his career, he has worked with organizations such as Alitalia, AMC / KMM Malta Airlines, Luxwing, Falcon Wings, and Airconsult, also contributing to projects involving technological transition and operational standardization.
He is actively involved as an instructor and trainer, with experience in CBTA, aviation meteorology, and human factors.
He uses professional software on a daily basis, including LIDO, PPS, ForeFlight, EUROCONTROL CHMI, A-CDM, and WSI Fusion.
He holds a university degree with a thesis focused on the development of the Flight Dispatcher role in Europe, is a PPL holder, and has served as a speaker at international industry conferences.
Curiosity, dedication, and creativity form the foundation of his approach to both aviation operations and training.
Andrea Bernardi
Commercial pilot with a frozen ATPL, currently undergoing training with a European airline.
Employed as a theoretical instructor for the training of professional pilots within the ATPL framework.
Completed his training path at Sunrise Aviation IT.ATO.0009, including airline pilot training, theoretical instructor qualification, and the APS/MCC course on the Airbus A320, gaining experience both in flight and on simulators, as well as solid teaching experience.
Mauro Ferri
Born in Rome in 1971, he has developed expertise through over 30 years of experience in the aeronautical field, both civil and military. He currently holds the position of Senior Flight Dispatcher at ITA Airways.
His career began with basic training at the F. De Pinedo Aeronautical Institute and continued within the Italian Air Force between 1991 and 1999, in the role of Aeronautical Construction Technical Assistant, as well as in an international environment as a CFE inspector from 1996.
Subsequently, also thanks to the experience gained as a private pilot and the numerous training courses attended, he successfully transferred his skills to the civil sector, obtaining the qualification of Flight Dispatcher in 1999 at Alitalia. Over time, he developed a solid understanding of the operational dynamics related to flight management within a medium-to-large commercial airline.
His professional activity includes, among other tasks, long-, medium-, and short-haul flight planning, SLOT/ATFM management, inflight monitoring, operational coordination, and direct communication with pilots and air traffic management/control authorities. At the same time, he has accumulated extensive experience as an instructor at Alitalia and ITA Airways, delivered numerous lectures at technical higher education institutes, and contributed to publications in collaboration with the publisher Aviolibri – IBN.
Contact us
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