Auditing Techniques for Aviation Professionals

This course is designed for aviation professionals involved in internal audits, supplier audits, or regulatory oversight preparation. Whether you're part of a compliance monitoring team or stepping into a quality assurance role, this practical and structured program will strengthen your ability to plan, perform, and report audits with confidence and impact.


In person / Online

Duration: 2 days

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Conduct audits that create insight—not just oversight.

Course Highlights:

  • Principles of Aviation Auditing
    Understand the purpose, scope, and structure of audits within the framework of Compliance Monitoring Systems (CMS) and Safety Management Systems (SMS).

  • Audit Planning & Preparation
    Learn how to define audit objectives, develop checklists based on regulations and manuals, and structure the audit plan for maximum efficiency.

  • Interviewing & Evidence Gathering
    Acquire practical techniques for conducting effective interviews, reviewing documentation, and observing processes to gather meaningful, verifiable evidence.

  • Writing Findings & Recommendations
    Learn how to draft clear, factual, and actionable audit findings—and how to distinguish between non-compliance, observations, and best practices.

  • Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
    Go beyond symptoms and apply structured RCA methods (e.g., “5 Whys”, Ishikawa) to support effective corrective and preventive actions.

  • Follow-Up & Closure
    Understand how to evaluate the effectiveness of corrective actions and close findings in a way that strengthens your organization's systems.

  • Soft Skills for Auditors
    Develop situational awareness, neutrality, and communication skills that build trust and cooperation during audits.

  • Audit Tools & Digital Techniques
    Explore tools for digital audit tracking, reporting, and data analytics to enhance efficiency and traceability.

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