EUROCONTROL Learning Zone Flight Operations & Crew Intermediate

Aviation Environmental Performance and Continuous Descent Operations (CDO)

Noise abatement procedures, fuel conservation, CO2 reduction metrics and optimizing European flight efficiency.

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Duration: Self-paced (approx. 12h)

Language: English

Certificate: EUROCONTROL Certificate of Completion

Course Overview

Examines state-of-the-art ATM operational techniques to minimize environmental footprint, including Continuous Descent Operations (CDO), Continuous Climb Operations (CCO), and free route airspace (FRA) implementation across European skies.

What You Will Learn

Quantify noise, CO2, and NOx reduction potentials from advanced ATM flight procedures.
Design and execute Continuous Descent Operations (CDO) from cruising altitude.
Calculate the Horizontal and Vertical Flight Inefficiency indicators (KEA / KEP).
Support airline and ANSP sustainability roadmaps towards net-zero aviation targets.