FDR Database & Engineering Conversion

Mastering FDR Database & Engineering Conversion: A Comprehensive Training Course

Course Description: Do you have in-house FDR analysis software and are you looking for a course that will provide you with the confidence and knowledge to edit the FDR parameters database/library? Are you an investigator seeking confident knowledge on how to interpret FDR documentation (Data Frame Layout) within FDR analysis software? If the answer is "YES," then you need to enroll in this course now. This course goes beyond engineering aspects of DFL and FDR documentation, exposing you to actual flight data and in-depth knowledge about DFL and FDR parameters databases. Say goodbye to any worries about interpreting DFL/LFL and applying them in FDR analysis software. By the end of the course, you'll be a skilled and proficient expert in the interpretation of any DFL/LFL and their effective application in FDR analysis software.

Requirements:

  • Basic Math skills
  • Basic knowledge of aircraft systems
  • Fundamental understanding of civil aviation regulations

What Will You Gain From This Course?: By enrolling in this course, you will acquire the following knowledge and skills:

  • Examine the architecture of your FDR systems, ensuring a deep understanding of their structure.
  • Develop a basic-level skill for interpreting FDR data frame layouts.
  • Gain a basic-level skill for analyzing the data structure of raw FDR/QAR data.
  • Attain a basic-level skill for analyzing data derived from FDR/QAR sources.

Target Audience: This course is suitable for a range of professionals, including:

  • Flight Data Analysts
  • Airline Engineering Staff
  • Technical Services Staff
  • Maintenance Staff
  • Avionics Engineers
  • Airline Inspectors
  • Civil Aviation Authority Inspectors

Curriculum:

  • Intro to FDR dataframe layout structure
  • Basic numeral systems (Bin, Oct, Dec, Hex)
  • Unsigned parameters
  • 2’s compliment signed parameters
  • BCD parameters
  • Discrete parameters
  • Fine-coarse parameters
  • Linear parameters
  • Piece-wise linear parameters
  • Polynomial parameters
  • Look-up table parameters
  • Hamilton synchro
  • Teledyne synchro
  • Exercise using actual flight data of specific aircraft (Airbus, Embraer, Boeing, Bombardier, Fokker, Beechcraft etc.)
  • Exam

 

  • Introduction to FDR Data Frame Layout Structure: Gain a solid understanding of the structure of FDR data frame layouts, setting the stage for the subsequent modules.

  • Basic Numeral Systems (Bin, Oct, Dec, Hex): Dive into the fundamental numeral systems, including binary, octal, decimal, and hexadecimal, and their relevance to FDR data interpretation.

  • Unsigned Parameters: Explore the world of unsigned parameters, learning how they affect the FDR data interpretation.

  • 2’s Complement Signed Parameters: Understand the intricacies of 2’s complement signed parameters and their significance in FDR data analysis.

  • BCD Parameters: Delve into Binary-Coded Decimal (BCD) parameters and learn how they play a role in flight data analysis.

  • Discrete Parameters: Uncover the nuances of discrete parameters and how they differ from other types of FDR data.

  • Fine-Coarse Parameters: Learn about fine-coarse parameters and their impact on data interpretation and analysis.

  • Linear Parameters: Explore linear parameters and how they are used in the context of FDR data analysis.

  • Piece-wise Linear Parameters: Gain insights into piece-wise linear parameters and their role in interpreting complex flight data.

  • Polynomial Parameters: Understand polynomial parameters and their significance in modeling flight data.

  • Look-up Table Parameters: Explore the world of look-up table parameters and their application in FDR analysis.

  • Hamilton Synchro: Learn about Hamilton synchros and how they are used in flight data systems.

  • Teledyne Synchro: Gain knowledge about Teledyne synchros and their role in the aviation industry.

  • Exercise Using Actual Flight Data of Specific Aircraft (Airbus, Embraer, Boeing, Bombardier, Fokker, Beechcraft, etc.): Apply your newfound knowledge by working with actual flight data from specific aircraft models, including Airbus, Embraer, Boeing, Bombardier, Fokker, Beechcraft, and more.

  • Final Exam: Test your knowledge and skills in FDR database and engineering conversion through a comprehensive final exam. Successful completion of the exam will validate your expertise in this specialized field and earn you a certificate of achievement.