1.Define the relative responsibilities and working relationships of the ICAO and the FAA in conducting an aircraft accident investigation.
2.Establish a plan for notifying all required parties in the proper order.
3.List and explain the procedures to be used for establishing security of a wreckage , obtaining witness statements ,analyzing the wreckage determine possible causal factors, requesting technical assistance if needed , determines that all FAA responsibilities have been met, and develop a brief narrative description of the activities and results of the investigation.
4.Describe on-site procedures such as wreckage recovery site security , body removal , wreckage documentation , and wreckage release.
5.Determine what recommendations are appropriate as a result of an accident / incident investigation regarding the aircraft, aircrew , FAA facilities, regulations , air agencies , commercial operations , or air carriers.
6.Use the latest techniques and procedures in analyzing evidence and records of an aircraft involved in an accident/incident.
7.Compile and correlate the inspector(s) investigate findings in proper format so they are clear, concise , complete, and without confusion.
8.Appear as an expert witness in hearings and depositions with thorough knowledge of the FAA expert witness policies.

1. This course is considered vital for Safety Program Managers, Field Inspectors, Flight Standard Personnel responsible for aircraft investigation, Engineering Support Personnel, Military Services, and Apprentice Investigators who may be called to provide assistance at an accident site.
2. Good command of English is essential .

3. Duration of the course is 5 weeks.