BTEC
AVIATION STUDIES
This BTEC is equivalent to one GCSE at A*-C. The subjects required for the BTEC are contained in the First Class classifications:-
- First Class:- Airmanship 1, Map Reading, Basic Radio Communications, Initial Expedition Training
BTEC Award in Aviation Studies
This BTEC is equivalent to two GCSE at A*-C. The subjects required for the BTEC are contained in the First Class and Leading classifications:-
- First Class:- Airmanship 1, Map Reading, Basic Radio Communications, Initial Expedition Training
- Leading:- (all 3 subjects) Basic Navigation, Principles of Flight, Airmanship II
BTEC Diploma in Aviation Studies
This BTEC is equivalent to three GCSE at A*-C. The subjects required for the BTEC are contained in the First Class and Leading classifications:-
- First Class:- Airmanship 1, Map Reading, Basic Radio Communications, Initial Expedition Training
- Leading:- (all 3 subjects) Basic Navigation, Principles of Flight, Airmanship II
- Senior:- (any 2 subjects*) Air Navigation, Propulsion, Aircraft Handling, Advanced Radio & Radar, Pilot Navigation, Airframes, Operational Flying, Satellite Communications
- Master:- (any 2 subjects not studied at Senior*)
*This will move to 3 subjects per classification, when the new syllabus if fully implemented.
If you are a cadet and are interested in registering for the BTEC Aviation Studies qualification, then speak to your Squadron Training Officer or Squadron Commander.
