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Our Air Navigation Services training focuses on business management, air traffic management, AIS, safety, technology and change management.
Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSP) are not only responsible for providing safe, efficient and cost effective air navigation services to airspace users in compliance with state regulations, but also for managing high performance businesses.
There is increasing competition between ANSPs and pressure to improve safety and services, reduce costs and work in close coordination with airlines, neighboring states and other stakeholders. This collection of courses will help you respond to all of these demands.
A Safety Management System (SMS) is an essential part of operating in today's aviation industry.
This advanced course introduces participants to the key tools to manage a performance-based SMS. The processes examined are equally applicable to airline, airport, Air Traffic Management and other aviation operations.
Participants will be able to streamline the operational and business processes of their companies and demonstrate improved safety performance to their Board of Directors, insurance underwriters, their clients and customers, and the regulatory agencies that oversee them. Managers and staff from Safety Offices will particularly benefit from the course, as will representatives from Civil Aviation Authorities.
This course is available at IATA Training Centers, Regional Training Partner locations, and on-demand as in-company training.
Stay up-to-date with the latest in Aeronautical Information Management (AIM), reviewing SWIM, eTOD, AICM/ AIXM, aerodrome mapping, aeronautical information briefing, e-AIP, AIS/MET datalink.
This 5 day course is about AIM for AIS experts.
It provides detailed practical information to assist in the transition
from AIS to AIM.
This course is available at IATA Training Centers, Regional Training Partner locations, and on-demand as in-company training.
Benefit from a comprehensive introduction to Aeronautical Information Services (AIS) whose objective is to ensure the flow of aeronautical information and data necessary for the safety, regularity and efficiency of international air navigation. Learn about the ICAO Annexes and documentation that relate to AIS, AIS user requirements and principles, the dependence of safety on the quality of aeronautical information, the application of AIS in the cockpit, and ICAO's roadmap for the transition from AIS to Aeronautical Information Management (AIM).
The training course imparts students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills to enable them to make fully standardised, accurate surface meteorological observations. It enables students to observe and note the parameters that make up METAR and MET report messages, encode the observations in a standard format and transmit the coded information. The course is aimed at any air traffic services (ATS) personnel, whose duties include performing meteorological observations e.g. TWR controllers, AFIS operators, TWR assistants, apron controllers,
This course is delivered by Entry Point North
The course is designed for operational aeronautical meteorological observers. The aim of the course is to refresh and update the knowledge, skills and understanding related to observation and reporting of local meteorological conditions.
Get a head start in the industry with this insider's view of the air transportation system.
Review aviation-related businesses and organizations and the role they play in shaping the industry. Polish your management and presentation skills while working with experienced instructors and class peers on a unique course integration exercise.
The importance of airspace organisation and management at European network level was reflected in the creation of a specific regulation, 551/2004 in the original Single European Sky initiative. Much of the content of this regulation relates to airspace organisation and management activities which have, for many years been coordinated or supported by EUROCONTROL.
Note: The airspace strategy course replaces the EUROCONTROL airspace organisation and management course (ASM-ASM)
This course is delivered by the EUROCONTROL Training Institute.
This e-learning course describes the use of Performance Based Navigation (PBN) in the TMA, specifically RNAV1 which within Europe is termed Precision RNAV (P-RNAV). The e-learning addresses aircraft functionality, the benefits of RNAV SIDs/STARs, the different types of waypoint and how turn performance is affected, and a number of ATC best practices, including RTF phraseology, specifically related to RNAV operations. This e-learning has been updated to reflect both PBN and the latest changes in the ATC Flight Plan.
This course addresses qualified ATM personnel. The course aims to provide knowledge and skills to conduct assessment of colleagues and/or students in the operational environment, define roles and handle conflicts in a professional way. It also gives an understanding of the beneficial impact competence assessment has on safety as well as on the development of the unit and the individual.
Learn the theory and best practices known as Team Resource Management (TRM) to be more aware of your role as an individual Air Traffic Controller and team member and use TRM to improve operational safety.
Does your staff meet the ICAO Aviation English Level 4 operational standard?
Developed in partnership with Berlitz Languages, Inc., this comprehensive assessment service lets you easily determine your staff's ICAO Aviation English proficiency level and select the right training program to bring them to level 4 proficiency.
The assessment evaluates candidates against each of the six language proficiency criteria, so that further training is concentrated on areas where needed. As part of the complete IATA-Berlitz Aviation English Language Solution package, this assessment is free of charge for candidates that follow the IATA-Berlitz
Aviation English training program.
Developed in partnership with Berlitz Languages, Inc., this complete language training solution provides interactive instruction to ensure your staff meets ICAO-set Aviation English requirements and communicates effectively on the job.
Course material is based on real workplace situations, from daily operations to emergencies, and provides multiple practice scenarios for participants to improve their Aviation English skills. All training is delivered by native English-speaking Berlitz instructors who are fluent in standard ICAO phraseology.
Be knowledgeable about public international aviation law and how it relates to your aviation job. Designed for non-lawyers, this course applies to airlines, air navigation service providers, airports and civil aviation authorities amongst others, and was developed in partnership with the EUROCONTROL Institute of Air Navigation Services [GEN-LAW].
ICAO estimates that US$120 billion will be spent on the transformation of air transportation systems in the next ten years due mostly to NextGen (USA) and SESAR (Europe). Parallel initiatives are underway in many areas including Asia Pacific, North and Latin America, Russia, Japan, and China.
The Aviation System Block Upgrades (ASBU) concept advances the ICAO Global Air Navigation Plan (GANP) (Doc 9750) with the goal of
implementing regional performance improvements. The ASBU concept focuses on four performance improvement areas: airport operations; global interoperable systems and data; optimum capacity and flexible flights; and efficient flight paths. ASBUs outline the air and ground equipment, and timelines for standards and procedures implementation.
Be brought up to date on the work coordinated by ICAO and review the ASBU leading examples, NextGen and SESAR. This will help you to understand the principles behind moving to a common set of Air Traffic Management (ATM) solutions to ensure global interoperability. Understand the part you and your organization can play in implementing ASBUs.
Learn how to use benchmarking effectively to deliver service improvements and achieve better performance results. Explore Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSP) Key Result Areas and acquire new tools to measure and compare success. Be updated on ANS Provision core processes of specification and design of service, delivery of service, review of service and customer service.
This course is exploring different areas of the future ATM world taking into account existing and future challenges. It covers general aspects (e.g. SES, SESAR, SJU, EAS, SESAR deployment manager, European ATM Master plan) as well as operational (e.g. role of the Network Manager) and technical areas (e.g. CNS, AIM, ATM Architecture), without forgetting the airport environment, RPAS and FEAST.
New topics about Remote Towers, ATM Security and GADSS (Global Aeronautical Distress and Safety System are also included.
Modernize your Air Navigation Services business in a safe, economical, and harmonized manner.
This course, provided by the EUROCONTROL Directorate Air Traffic Management (DATM) Civil-Military ATM Coordination Division (CMC), looks at the work being done to enhance future civil-military coordination in the Single European Sky. The course examines the improvement of European ATM efficiency and effectiveness for the benefit of civil and military aerial needs and the development of viable solutions to support military ATM/CNS performance and civil-military systems interoperability. The military participation in all relevant Single European Sky (SES) and Single European Sky ATM Research (SESAR) activities is also discussed. Particular emphasis is given to national security and defense requirements.
This course focuses on the topic of civil/military cooperation in shared airspace and explains the benefits of sharing the airspace between the military and the civil aviation, based on the extensive and successful Scandinavian experience.
Aprenda a planificar y gestionar la implementación
de servicios de tránsito aéreo que cumplan con los objetivos del Concepto
operacional de gestión del tránsito aéreo mundial (GATMOC) de la OACI.
Por medio de la teoría aprendida en el curso
"Introducción a CNS/ATM" (TCVT-24), aprenderá en cinco días cómo aplicar la
gestión estratégica a los servicios de tránsito aéreo (ATS). Aprenda más sobre
planificación operacional, indicadores de desempeño, sistemas de control
equilibrados, cuadros de mando integrales, desarrollo del concepto de espacio
aéreo, y navegación basada en la performance. Analice los planes estratégicos
mundiales de la OACI y aprenda cómo desarrollar parámetros para evaluar la
performance. Por medio de ejercicios individuales y grupales, tendrá la
oportunidad de crear un plan director de implementación de servicios de
tránsito aéreo para los próximos 15 años que coincida con los objetivos del
Este curso está disponible en Centros de Formación IATA , Ubicaciones de Formación Regional de Socios, y por encargo como formación en empresa
Learn how to plan and manage the delivery of Air Traffic Services that comply with the objectives of the ICAO Global Air Traffic Management (ATM) Operational Concept (GATMOC).
Using the theory learned in IATA's Foundations of CNS/ATM course, over 5 days you will learn how to apply strategic management to Air Traffic Services (ATS). Become knowledgeable about operational planning, performance indicators, balanced control systems, balanced scorecards, airspace concept development and Performance-based Navigation (PBN). Review the ICAO global strategic plans and learn how to develop metrics to measure performance. Through individual and group exercises you will have the opportunity to build a 15-year master plan for the delivery of Air Traffic Services that is aligned with the objectives of the GATMOC.
Profit from the best practices of international leaders in Air Navigation Service Provision to reduce your costs and improve your operating results without comprising your safety performance. Find the right balance between meeting customer expectations, regulatory obligations, charging for services and improving service quality and cost-effectiveness.
Improve customer relationship management and customer service for Civil Aviation Authorities (CAA) and Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSP).
Be prepared to plan, deliver and assure the quality of your aviation organization's Emergency Response Plan (ERP).
El estudio de los factores humanos intenta comprender el comportamiento y el desempeño humanos. Cuando se aplica a las operaciones aéreas, el conocimiento de los factores humanos se utiliza para optimizar la adaptación entre las personas y los sistemas en los que estas trabajan a fin de mejorar la seguridad y el desempeño. Obtenga un panorama general del efecto que causan los factores humanos y de su gestión en el seno de la industria de la aviación con este curso introductorio.
Luego de completarlo, podrá elegir cursos más especializados sobre Sistemas de gestión de riesgos asociados a la fatiga (FRMS), Gestión de amenazas y errores (TEM), Gestión de recursos de la tripulación (CRM), y Gestión de recursos de equipo (TRM).
Benefit from the latest in scientific discoveries and developments in the management of risk posed by fatigue in aviation.
This course will familiarize you with fatigue risk management systems (FRMS) applicable to Air Traffic Management (ATM). It provides an overview of the science that underlies fatigue, its causes and its impact on air traffic controller performance. Concrete real-life examples of how fatigue affects operations are provided coupled with hands-on exercises that reinforce incident/accident anecdotes. You will also receive training on how to assess and mitigate fatigue risk within your organization through the development and implementation of FRMS. The course is designed to help air navigation service providers comply with ICAO fatigue management regulations expected to take effect by 2020.
Gain an overview of ICAO CNS/ATM technologies and infrastructure to support the transition to a performance-based air navigation system.
The ICAO Global ATM Operational Concept (GATMOC) takes advantage of new concepts and infrastructure to meet specific safety and strategic objectives in key performance areas. This course reviews the guidance material and provides you with a foundation so that you can be conversant on this subject. Follow on from this course by completing CNS/ATM Planning Master Class which will help you prepare for the challenge of applying the concepts to your local aviation environment. Both courses are required for the award of the Diploma in Air Traffic Services Management.
Lograr una optima comprensión del Sistema de Transporte Aéreo.
Desarrollar la capacidad técnica (el conocimiento de la industria de la Aviación así como los principales principios y practicas de liderazgo y gerencia), habilidades de las personas (la capacidad para motivar e inspirar a los empleados), habilidades conceptuales (su habilidad para organizar y poner las cosas en su lugar), criterio (habilidad para una adecuada toma de decisiones) y la habilidad de preparar presentaciones y conferencias eficaces.
Aprenda a prevenir incidentes y accidentes utilizando un enfoque estructurado y documentado de la gestión de la seguridad operacional en el marco de la Gestión del tránsito aéreo. Se le enseñará a aplicar los conceptos de Gestión de recursos de equipo (TRM) y, específicamente, de la Gestión de amenaza de errores (TEM).
Incremente la satisfacción del cliente y la seguridad con las prácticas recomendadas de la industria.
Comenzando con un vistazo general de las responsabilidades legales involucradas, según los Anexos 13 y 19 de la OACI y el Doc. 9859 de la OACI, este curso le proporciona a usted un conocimiento práctico de preparación para casos de accidentes y los detalles del proceso de investigación en caso de un accidente de avión. Adquiera usted los conocimientos y las habilidades para gestionar o participar en respuestas ante accidentes y para apoyar las investigaciones formales.
Esta clase se impartirá en Español con materiales en Inglés
Manténgase actualizado con las últimas tendencias en materia de Gestión de la información aeronáutica (AIM), analizando SWIM, eTOD, AICM/AIXM, cartografía de aeródromos, notificación de la información aeronáutica, e-AIP, y enlace de datos AIS/MET.
Este curso de 5 días sobre AIM es para expertos en AIS y brinda información práctica detallada para apoyar la transición de AIS a AIM.
Aplique los avances más recientes de la gestión de riesgos a las operaciones aéreas cotidianas de su organización y en todos los niveles del proceso de toma de decisiones.
La industria mundial de Gestión del Tráfico Aéreo (ATM) atraviesa una importante transformación con vistas a lograr Servicios de Navegación Aérea perfectamente integrados y mejorar su desempeño. El presente curso trata las áreas clave en materia de gestión de las actividades y la planificación de los Proveedores de Servicios de Navegación Aérea (ANSP) y es un prerrequisito para la obtención del Diploma en Gestión de Servicios de Navegación Aérea.
Obtenga conocimientos sólidos de las prácticas modernas de gestión de servicios de navegación aérea que lo ayudarán a orientar a su organización hacia el éxito. El presente curso interactivo proporciona ejemplos de ANSP de todo el mundo.
Las personas constituyen el eje central de la aviación comercial y la gestión de dichas personas es esencial para garantizar el rendimiento empresarial. Gracias a este curso, adquirirá los conocimientos necesarios para sacar lo mejor de las personas que dirige.
Tendrá la oportunidad de evaluar sus puntos fuertes y ámbitos de desarrollo, además de mejorar sus propias habilidades para comunicar y facilitar retroalimentación. Asimismo, aprenderá a motivar a las distintas personalidades que integren su equipo y a liderar los procesos de cambio.
Mettre en œuvre les connaissances les plus récentes en matière de gestion des risques dans les opérations du secteur de l'aviation de l'ensemble d'une organisation et à chaque étape des procédures de prise de décision.
Ce cours est disponible dans les centres de formation IATA, sur les sites des partenaires de formation régionaux et sur demande dans le cadre de la formation intra-entreprise.
Acquérir une solide connaissance de l'industrie du transport aérien et de sa gestion, tout en améliorant votre capacité de vous exprimer et de progresser ainsi dans votre
La disciplina degli 'Human Factors' comprende tutti i metodi per comprendere il comportamento e migliorare la performance degli esseri umani. L'applicazione dei principi Human Factors nell'ambito operativo di dominio aeronautico si propone di ottimizzare gli ambienti lavorativi a partire dalle caratteristiche ed esigenze delle persone che li popolano, con il fine ultimo di massimizzare il rendimento umano e la sicurezza delle operazioni.
'Human Factors in Aviation' è un corso idoneo ad ogni profilo professionale e non richiede specifiche competenze pregresse nell'ambito trattato. Il corso offre una panoramica completa sul vasto mondo 'Human Factors' e sulle sue applicazioni pratiche in ambito aeronautico. Al suo termine, potrai scegliere di proseguire con corsi più specifici su Fatigue Risk Management Systems (FRMS), Threat and Error Management (TEM), Crew Resource Management (CRM) e Team Resource Management (TRM).
The study of Human Factors is about understanding human behavior and performance. When applied to aviation operations, Human Factors knowledge is used to optimize the fit between people and the systems in which they work in order to improve safety and performance. Gain a comprehensive overview of the effect and management of Human Factors in aviation with this foundation course. The operational Human Factors knowledge gained on this course can also be applied to safety investigation activities.
The EUROCONTROL Performance Based Navigation course, introduces the PBN concept which was introduced in 2008. The course discusses the evolution of the concept and explains the principles of PBN. The course then focuses on the three components of PBN: the Navigation Application, Navigation Specifications and the Navigation Infrastructure. Once these tenets are understood, the course considers how to implement PBN and follows the principles laid out in the European Airspace Concept Handbook for PBN Implementation. This document, re-released in 2013 as Edition 3, provides step-by-step guidance to support a successful PBN airspace change. Although focused on the European area, the handbook provides any region or State excellent guidance on implementation and this document builds upon ICAO's Doc 9992.
Finally, the European Commission is finalizing the PBN rule which will run in parallel to the Pilot Common Project Implementing Regulation (PCP IR) which came into force in July 2014. Both the PBN rule and the PCP IR will influence the future navigation applications within European airspace and both rule and regulation address the ICAO General Assembly Resolution (37/11) on the requirement for approach procedures with vertical guidance (APV) for all instrument runway ends; this ICAO resolution originally called for by a completion date of 2016. Therefore, the course will review the current status of the PBN rule and will discuss ATM Functionalities (AF) #1 and #3 of the PCP both of which have specific requirements on PBN functionality.
Learn how to use a 'system of systems' approach to aviation safety, quality, risk and business management.
Lead talent development and plan the succession for the sustainability of your organization.
Understand state rights and obligations, charging policy, facilities financing, management and control. Designed for Air Navigation Service Providers.
The global Air Traffic Management (ATM) industry is undergoing a major transformation with the objective of seamless air navigation services and enhancement of performance. This foundation course, and required course for the Diploma in Air Navigation Services Management, covers the key management areas of Air Navigation Service Provider (ANSP) activities and planning.
Gain a solid knowledge of modern business management practices in air navigation services to help you guide your organization to success. This interactive course provides examples and illustrations from ANSPs from around the world.
Manage aviation quality and service with a systemic, process-driven approach. Updated to include ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems requirements, you will learn how to recognize and implement the key processes associated with a quality management system, how to increase customer satisfaction, and reduce costs. The course includes an in-depth review of quality standards and aviation quality requirements, and focusses on the relationships between service, quality and safety.
Starting with an overview of the legal responsibilities involved as per ICAO Annex 13, 19 and ICAO Doc. 9859, this course provides you with a practical understanding of accident preparedness and the details of the investigation process in the case of an aircraft accident. Gain the knowledge and skills to manage or participate in an accident response and support formal investigations.
Learn how Air Navigation Service Providers are preparing for a green future.
People are the backbone of commercial aviation, and people management is crucial for ensuring business performance.
With this course, you will gain the knowledge needed to bring out the best in the people you manage. You will have the opportunity to assess your strengths and development areas, to make you better at communicating and giving feedback, motivating the varying personalities in your team, and managing change.
ATM security measures, as part of aviation security, are designed to safeguard civil aviation against acts of unlawful interference and are therefore becoming ever more important in the ATM industry. This course is an awareness course for ATM staff dealing with ATM security as regulators, project managers or ANSP security staff. It provides participants with a basic understanding of the ATM security regulation framework and the purpose of security management systems, and particularly focuses on the process of carrying out a risk assessment, a key activity for SESAR and other ATM project managers. The course guides participants through a simple and also a more complex - ATM related - risk assessment, making use of the existing toolkit. The course also provides a forum for sharing experiences of implementing security management systems.
The ASBU concept advances the ICAO Global Air Navigation Plan (GANP) (Doc 9750) with the goal of implementing regional Air Traffic Management (ATM) performance improvements. The ASBU concept focuses on four performance improvement areas: airport operations; global interoperable systems and data; optimum capacity and flexible flights; efficient flight paths. ASBUs outline the air and ground equipment and timelines for standards and procedures implementation.
Jim Nagle, ex-Head of ICAO CNS/AIRS and an industry expert, will lead you through the ASBU concept and relate it to the African region and your State. Understand the principles behind moving to a common set of ATM solutions to ensure global interoperability. Be brought up to date on the work coordinated by ICAO, in particular in the African context. You are encouraged to bring a copy of your country's current or proposed airspace plan (airspace concept, PBN Implementation Plan, PBN Roadmap) so these can be discussed during the workshop.
La OACI calcula que en los próximos diez años se gastarán US$120 000 millones en la transformación de los sistemas de transporte aéreo, principalmente debido a NextGen (EE. UU.) y SESAR (Europa). Existen iniciativas similares en curso en muchas zonas, como Asia/Pacífico, América Latina y del Norte, Rusia, Japón y China.
El concepto de ASBU promueve el Plan Mundial de Navegación Aérea (GANP) de la OACI (documento 9750) con la meta de implementar mejoras regionales en materia de performance. El concepto de ASBU se centra en cuatro áreas de mejora de la performance: operaciones aeroportuarias, sistemas y datos mundiales interoperables, capacidad óptima y vuelos flexibles, y trayectorias de vuelo eficientes. Las ASBU describen los equipos de aire y tierra, así como el calendario de implantación de estándares y procedimientos.
Actualizarse con respecto al trabajo coordinado por la OACI y analizar los principales ejemplos de ASBU, NextGen y SESAR, a fin de comprender los principios que respaldan la transición a un conjunto de soluciones de Gestión del tránsito aéreo (ATM) para asegurar la interoperabilidad mundial. Comprender su rol y el de su organización en la implantación de las ASBU.
La navegación basada en el desempeño (PBN) es la solución más práctica para la regulación de la nueva tecnología de los sistemas de navegación. La PBN se basa en la navegación de área (RNAV), un método de navegación que permite la operación de aeronaves en cualquier trayectoria de vuelo deseada, dentro de la cobertura de las ayudas para la navegación referidas a la estación o dentro de los límites de las posibilidades de las ayudas autónomas, o de una combinación de ambas. El manual PBN (OACI Doc. 9613) define y estandariza esta capacidad de navegación. Dirigido a Estados, operadores aéreos y proveedores de servicio de navegación aérea, contiene un menú de requisitos para la navegación y directrices para su implementación. Debido a que la implementación ha sido más lenta de lo acordado bajo la Resolución A37-11, la puesta en práctica de la PBN de los sistemas RNAV, las rutas de servicios de tráfico aéreo RNP y los procedimientos de aproximación es actualmente una prioridad principal de la OACI.
Actualice sus conocimientos en torno a la PBN, la teoría en materia de GNSS, RNAV, RNP y la planificación y el diseño del espacio aéreo con este curso fundamental. Los cursos PBN II y PBN Operational Approvals (aprobación operacional PBN) dan continuación a esta formación en relación con la puesta en práctica de la PBN.
A capacity planning process has been implemented for more than decade and it has been recently re-enforced through the creation of the Network Manager and the implementation of the European Performance Scheme. In order to apply a consolidated and harmonised process network-wide, all involved stakeholders have to fully understand the details and the various steps of the capacity planning process and its supporting tools and data. Understanding and implementing these mechanisms is essential to improve operational performance at local and network level. This course starts with an overview of the regulatory background and then explores the various steps of the capacity planning process. The last part of the course provides in-depth knowledge about NEST, one of the main tools provided by EUROCONTROL to support network operations planning.
The course addresses OJTI personnel working at Air Traffic Control centers, Towers or other ATM officers. The aim of the course is to update and reinforce the techniques and knowledge acquired on the On-the-Job Training Instructor (OJTI) course. This course also renews the validity of the OJTI rating and aims to inspire and motivate participants to continue to work as On-the-Job Training Instructors.
The On-the-Job Training Instructor (OJTI) course addresses qualified Air Traffic Control (ATC) and Aerodrome Flight Information Service (AFIS) Officers or others, interacting with students in an operational environment, who wish to become competent and certified On-the-Job Training Instructors (OJTI). The course provides the participants with a basic knowledge of teaching and practical methods, principles and tools to manage the interaction with the trainee during On-the-Job Training (OJT).
The Advanced Flexible Use of Airspace concept (AFUA) is the cornerstone of the European strategy for the optimum use of the airspace between commercial, military and general aviation. The integration of dynamic, flexible and near real-time management of the airspace as a tool for matching capacity to demand is an important enabler for effective network performance. This operational airspace management course looks at the Advanced Flexible Use of Airspace Concept and how it is integrated into network performance management both now and in the short-term future.
Note: This course replaces the ASM-FUA Civil-Military Coordination course (ASM-FUA).
Apply the latest in risk management to everyday aviation operations across the organization at every level of the decision-making process.
This PBN web-based training (WBT) package, designed originally for ICAO, has been significantly revised to ensure the EUROCONTROL PBN training addresses the changes introduced by the updates to the PBN Manual (ICAO Doc 9613 Edition 4) and the European Airspace Concept Handbook (Edition 3). The new PBN electronic training consists of 4 modules:
• Using the WBT• Introduction to Area Navigation and Performance Based Navigation (PBN)• PBN Components• PBN Implementation
The SES PBN Implementing Rule, which is currently under development, foresees the introduction of Advanced Required Navigation Performance (A-RNP) together with Approaches with Vertical Guidance (APV). The later modules ensure that the user will fully understand these relatively new terms and have a basic idea of what is needed to implement such applications.
Performance-based Navigation (PBN) is the most practical solution for the regulation of new navigation systems technology. PBN is based on Area Navigation, or RNAV, a method of navigation which permits aircraft operation on any desired flight path within coverage of station-referenced navigation aids or within the limits of the capability of self-contained aids, or a combination of these. The PBN Manual (ICAO Doc. 9613) defines and standardizes this navigation capability. It contains a menu of navigation specifications and implementation guidance for States, aircraft operators and air navigation service providers. Due to implementation being slower than agreed under Assembly Resolution A37-11, PBN implementation of RNAV and RNP air traffic services routes and approach procedures is currently a top priority of ICAO.
Be brought up to date on the PBN concept, GNSS theory, RNAV, RNP and airspace planning and design with this foundation course. PBN II and PBN Operational Approvals are follow-on courses on PBN implementation.
In this 5-day course for participants from Air Navigation Service Providers on Performance-based Navigation (PBN) implementation, you will learn how to put into practice instrument procedures based on PBN navigation specifications and how to manage related airspace changes as a project. This course concentrates on basic Terminal Manoeuvring Area (TMA) airspace design.
Due to PBN implementation being slower than agreed under Assembly Resolution A37-11, implementation of RNAV and RNP air traffic services routes and approach procedures are currently a top priority of ICAO. Participants from airlines and Civil Aviation Authorities are recommended to take the related course in PBN Operational Approvals for CAAs and Airlines.
Understand the implementation and operational approval activities required to make Performance-based Navigation (PBN) work.
There is a way to approach conflict in which we can reach a win/win situation and collaborate to a successful conclusion for all involved. This course focuses on bringing about an end to participant's conflict situations quickly, cost-effectively and with as little discomfort as possible. The Personal Conflict Handling course will provide your participants with the skills, knowledge and awareness necessary to display a positive approach to conflict handling.
Communicate safely using ICAO standard phraseologies.
The Pilot's Guide to Air Traffic Control (ATC) course is designed for pilots as a hands-on introduction to air traffic control and air traffic controllers (ATCOs) role. It gives participants the opportunity to gain practical experience of working as an operational controller.
With demonstration and hands-on training the pilot will get a good insight into what tools are used by air traffic controllers to solve traffic situations and share their workload to improve efficiency. The course focuses on improving mutual cooperation between pilots and controllers in the daily routine and also during distress/emergency situations. The course is primarily designed for pilots with many years of operational experience within commercial aviation and fighter pilots. The course can however be customised for pilots attending training for Commercial Pilot License (CPL) and Private Pilot License (PPL).
Reconsidere su misión, sus valores, su visión y sus estrategias en un sector de la aviación en constante y rápida evolución.
Improve your skills in civil aviation strategic management, master planning and operational planning.
Aprenda a elaborar Sistemas de Gestión de la Seguridad Operacional (SMS) y de la Calidad (QMS) para integrarlos como procesos diarios en las operaciones de la aviación. Aprenda a integrar la gestión de la seguridad, de la calidad y del riesgo.
Over time the application of quality management to aviation has increased in complexity. Civil Aviation Authorities (CAA), Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSP), airlines and maintenance organizations currently need to apply more than one Quality Management System (QMS) in order to satisfy a menu of regulatory requirements.
In this course you will gain practical knowledge on how to apply the many requirements for quality management to your CAA or ANSP. You will also learn about the latest requirements regarding quality of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG) and European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).
The aim of the refresher training courses is to review, reinforce and upgrade participants' existing knowledge and skills. There are various reasons for the need for refresher training, e.g. refresher training for students whose training has been discontinuous or air traffic controllers who have been away from the controller job or have been assigned other work tasks for a certain period of time.
The course is designed for operational or student controllers who have completed their ADI training and will operate at a remote tower. The aim of the course is to provide a theoretical base to enable controllers to understand the unique aspects of working at a remote tower facility, and prepare them for unit training.
Gain the knowledge and skills necessary to facilitate root cause analysis as an effective problem solving process to find and evaluate the cause of problems. Investigate errors, accidents and incidents and comply with your internal quality processes and international regulations, such as ICAO and EASA using the root cause analysis tools. In this five day course, you will learn the key steps to conducting an effective root cause analysis, which tools to use for root cause identification, and how to develop effective corrective actions plans.
The Rough guide to Air Traffic Control course is intended to serve as a complete introduction to Air Traffic Control. It is designed for people who work within the aviation industry, either in a peripheral/ supporting role or in an administrative/ managerial position, but it is also addressed to people working within complementary industries that have contact with the ATC environment. The course shall provide insight information from the challenging and fascinating world of Air Traffic Controllers.
The course is designed to explain the essential role of the Air Traffic Controller (ATCO) and give participants the opportunity to gain some "hands on" experience in the working methods used by professional controllers. To achieve this, and provide a deeper level of understanding of the real working environment, practical simulators will be used in the course, as well as a study visit to an ATC facility.
"Rough guide to Air Traffic Control" course is recommended as a key tool for supporting staff working at all levels within Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs), from administrative employees up to management positions. It is also recommended for staff working within other areas that cooperate or liaise with ATC and the aviation industry. For example: aviation media, technical & IT staff, HR, safety related industries.
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Hello, we are planning a destination wedding in January 2013 to Playa Del Carmen, but are open to other locations. I'd like to stay somewhere quiet, but also have the option of going out to good dinners and nights out with our guests. We are only having about 14-16 guests and want something intimate overlooking the beach. We want good food, good location and reliable service. Any recommendations for hotels? We don't want a resort feel, so probably a boutique hotel, or at least something that is more intimate.
Hi, I'm new here. Can you help me with a wedding/reception location, hotels, coordinator rec's?
Posted 11 July 2012 - 04:13 AM
Posted 12 July 2012 - 03:34 PM
Hi KMOH,
The only place in Playa that I can think of that is on the water and is intimate would be Le Rev© which is a little north of town. Most places on the water have more of a big resort feel. I'm sure there are others small places but I just don't know them. Otherwise, if you are looking for intimate, on the beach, and good restaurants I would head to Tulum. There are MANY boutique hotels to choose from at varying prices. The night life in Tulum is more mellow but some fab restaurants! Dancing and night clubs are primarily in Playa. Another place that you could check would be Al Cielo. They are on a great beach south of Playa del Carmen but they might be too small to accomodate your group. You'll need to check.
As for wedding planners: here are a few I can recommend.
Jennifer - Marry Me Akumal
Maria - Weddings in Playa
Denise - Euforia
Maju - Leanne Marie Weddings
Best of luck to you!
Posted 12 July 2012 - 03:59 PM
Hi There!!
My husband and I spent a week in the Riviera Maya and Tulum recently while we were photographing a wedding, it's beautiful!! If you're not completely attached to Playa Del Carmen, I would highly recommend looking at Tulum if you're looking for something more intimate and quiet. There is still a lot going on in the Tulum area but it tends to be less night clubbing and partying (aka, quieter)I'm not sure if this place is to small for your group but I would definitely look into Casa De Las Olas: http://www.casadelasolas.com/ or (for something a little bigger, without the resort feel) Las Ranitas: http://www.lasranitashotel.com/ Happy Planning!!! Best, Ariel
Posted 15 July 2012 - 08:28 AM
Dear KMOH: Congratulations for your upcoming wedding , for resorts I could recommend Le Reve and Petit lafitte , there are several private Villas also that would perfectly fit that amount of guests, so far I can recoemmend you Sol y Luna , Villa Caracol , both are near from Playa del Carmen .
Some brides stay in a resort and have their weddin g in a private Villa since there is no limitations in the wedding by itself.
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Please do not hesitate to ask if you may have further questions or need recomendations.
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Posted 24 July 2012 - 10:32 AM
HHHHelloHi KMOH,
Congrats for your upcoming wedding, I know that planning a wedding can be very stressing and even more if it's a destination wedding, but I recommend you to take it easy take a deep breath and to enjoy everything, it will also be part of your BIG day!
Here are some videos of weddings that took place in Cancun and The Riviera Maya
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Le Reve
The Royal Playa del Carmen
Posted 25 July 2012 - 11:43 AM
Originally Posted by KMOH
Hello, we are planning a destination wedding in January 2013 to Playa Del Carmen, but are open to other locations. I'd like to stay somewhere quiet, but also have the option of going out to good dinners and nights out with our guests. We are only having about 14-16 guests and want something intimate overlooking the beach. We want good food, good location and reliable service. Any recommendations for hotels? We don't want a resort feel, so probably a boutique hotel, or at least something that is more intimate.
If you want the best beach in the riviera Maya you must choose Secrets Maroma Beach!!
Posted 25 July 2012 - 02:47 PM
Hi KMOH,
My fianc© and I just returned from a fact-finding trip to Cancun and Playa del Carmen for our May 2013 wedding. We saw 17 locations in three days! While we saw mostly resorts, I can positively say that there are some great options for what you are looking for. Here's what I have from my notes. Also, you may want to consider indoor reception options for January since our wedding coordinator tells us it can be chilly and very windy during that month. Good luck!
Boutique hotels outside Playa del Carmen
Le Reve - Amazing! Very rustic and natural. Quintessential boutique hotel, very intimate (25 rooms), right on the beach, very open/airy, and the beach and reception locations are actually BOTH very nice (seemed a unique combo, frustratingly, during our trip). There is a buy-out option since it's so small, but sounds like you may not have enough guests for that. Aprx. rate is $165/nt. for standard rooms (called Garden Suites). EP only (European Plan, i.e., not all-inclusive). About 15 min. from downtown Playa del Carmen.
Pros: No charge to use/bring in outside vendors. Good "Plan B" option (i.e., rain) under the main palapa, which houses the open bar and dining area. Nice room upgrade options for those who want it, like private plunge pools
Cons: Outdoor reception location only.
Omni Puerto Aventuras - Small boutique hotel (30 rooms) offering either EP or all-inclusive options. Right on the beach. Indoor or outdoor reception locations. Rooms are clean, nice, and spacious, but not as luxurious as a more modern hotel/resort. Room upgrade options available; Aprx. rate is $139/nt. for a room with private outdoor jacuzzi. Rooms have terraces with hammocks!Great property offering a boutique hotel feel with all the activities, amenities, and conveniences of a resort-- it's in a gated community where there are private condo residences,free-standing restaurants, and shops. Nearby activities include golf, tennis, snorkeling, billiards, catamarans, and swimming with dolphins! On-site travel agent to help guests plan day trips.
Pros: Budget friendly! Breakfast is included in the EP, but all-inclusive is also offered (though your group must be all one or the other). Tons for guests to do. Discount at nearby restaurants for Omni guests. Supermarket nearby.
Cons: To have an event outside past 11pm, you must have rented out 25 rooms. Events inside are not limited. (This is a municipal restriction for all activities on a public beach, which apparently all beaches in Mexico are owned by the state). Further from the airport (1 hr.); about 20 min. from Playa.
Boutique hotels in downtown Playa del Carmen
I didn't go into any rooms in the following hotels, but I walked through the lobbies, and they're all very nice. My favorite was Hacienda Real!
Hacienda Real - A couple (short) blocks up from the beach, but worth it! It's really beautiful and charming. A pretty small property, so it will definitely feel intimate. I don't know what the reception options are, but just down the street is Wicky's restaurant, right on the beach (delicious!). You can have a lovely reception at Wicky's, either inside or outside. I am specifically looking for outside options, but the indoor option at Wicky's was appealing enough to make me consider it; all-glass walls, very open, airy, and modern.
Corto Maltes - Right on the beach, above Wicky's. I think this may be the most expensive of the ones listed here.
El Fuerte - Right on the beach, across the street from Wicky's. I believe it's owned by the same company as the Corto Maltes, but less expensive, so contact them if you're interested.
Kinbe Hotel - About 100 yards from the beach, just up the street from the El Fuerta and Corto Maltes. Modern, luxurious. A couple doors down from the Hotel de Plaza (below).
Hotel de Plaza - French-owned, I believe. Looks very charming. About 100 yards from the beach, and a couple doors up from Kinbe Hotel.
Posted 23 August 2012 - 07:18 AM
We visited Le Reve- it sounds right up your alley for what you're looking for. The inhouse coordinator was really great, very professional and friendly. The food was delicious, too, way above typical hotel or wedding food.
We used Concepto Rosa for our wedding coordination. firstname.lastname@example.com or email@example.com They have great taste, style and tons of fresh ideas!
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Check out Kijiji too, my girlfriend had 4 veils to choose from all of which she bought on kijiji for $20 or under!!!! Can't go wrong!
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Ok, so when you're back from your fabulous wedding, I have a question for you or anyone else (former brides, photogs) that might have some feedback. As I'm only wanting to have a veil for the photoshoot after the wedding...or perhaps at the TTD also...do you think I could get away with just buying like 2 or 3 yards of a very fine tulle/net? Or should it be a proper veil? I don't want to spend big bucks on one...and I'm nowhere near a David's Bridal, where everyone seems to have scored some super cheap ones!


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Martha G. Abbott is the executive director of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, an organization comprised of 12,000 language teachers from elementary through higher education. A frequent spokesperson for the importance and value of developing language proficiency, Marty took some time to answer questions for our e-newsletter and to share her insights on developments in language education, 21st century skills, and why everyone can learn a language.
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An Interview with ACTFL's Marty Abbott
New Website Launching Spring 2014
We are currently in the process of redesigning our website, with a goal to better inform and engage the more than 300,000 visitors to our website each year. We are excited to be partnering with NewCity, a website design firm based out of Blacksburg, Va. Visit New City's blog to read more about the project.Make sure to watch for the new ConcordiaLanguageVillages.org in spring 2014!
Alumni Profiles: Meet Luiza
In 2008, Marie Luiza Lefebvre was nervous about attending Mar e Floresta, the Portuguese Language Village.
"I was nervous because I came knowing no Portuguese, but I soon realized most of the other campers were in the same boat as me. It was easy to bond with each other and make friends. I loved how we became such a tight-knit group, since we were such a small camp of just 10 campers."
Luiza quickly adapted to her new surroundings and began to create new memories.
"Some of my favorite memories included watching the novela "A Grande Família" every day, even though I could not understand a word at first; drinking Guarana (a ridiculously sweet Brazilian soda) and consequently getting hopelessly addicted; dancing forro to Gilberto Gil; and especially the wonderful Brazilian music we would listen and sing along to! I will never forget the words to "Abecedario da Xuxa," a Brazilian children's song that teaches you the alphabet in Portuguese. I'm pretty sure we sang it every single day." Read More »
Chemo Scarves, Wedding Vows and Beyond – Retreats at Concordia Language Villages
Long after summer villagers have departed for the year, Concordia Language Village's Turtle River Lake International Retreat Center sites stay full of activity.
Since 1996, the Northwoods Quilters have gathered at the Villages for their annual retreat, first using the facilities at Salolampi and later El Lago del Bosque as the group grew larger.
"By 2003 our group had grown to 60, by word of mouth and friends of others who wanted to attend," explains Janet Maki, who plans retreats for the group. "Bigger activity room and being all on one level was the selling point. I immediately signed up to be at the Spanish camp for the next year. We have been going there each September and love it."
During their retreats, the group has made everything from chemo scarves for cancer patients to neck coolers for soldiers in Iraq and pillow case dresses for girls in Africa.
The retreat has grown to attract quilters from Iowa, North Dakota and all of Minnesota. "Mothers, daughters, sisters, sister-in-laws, friends—they all look forward to it," says Janet. "One lady receives the retreat as her birthday gift each year from her husband."
"This was our 18th year at the Language Villages sites, and we hope to have many more. We keep coming back to because it is such an enjoyable time, and late September is so beautiful," she explains.
"The meals are always great—this year, we had two vegetarians in the group and they loved their meals too. The facility is very accommodating and the staff is wonderful."
Because the culturally authentic facilities serve as a unique backdrop for dozens of personal and professional events, several organizations in addition to the Northwoods Quilters use the Turtle River Lake International Retreat Center for their annual banquets or retreats between the months of September and May.
"Waldsee, Skogfjorden and Salolampi have each hosted several weddings—including those of former villagers and staff," says Kate Lewis, special events and site rental coordinator.
Other events have included a worksite wellness conference by the Northwest Service Cooperative as well as an in-depth examination of Sibelius by the Concordia Orchestra.
For availability and more information about renting the Turtle River Lake International Retreat Center, visit our website or contact email@example.com or (800) 222-4750.
Do Dialects Decide Proficiency?
Scientists from the RIKEN Brain Science Institute have discovered that the brain interprets words differently based on the dialect of the person listening, which can in turn affect proficiency in language learning.
In their study, the scientists wanted to know if dialects lead to differentiation in functional interpretation within the listener's brain. What they discovered is that the pitch accent of selected words in Standard Japanese would activate different areas of the brain within listeners who spoke it versus listeners who spoke one of many other regional dialects.
According to the study, early experience in language learning affects how languages are processed in the brain, and that exposure to a second language at a younger age can shift how the brain processes it, effectively allowing the learner to process the second language in the same fashion as the primary or native language.
In other words, if a person grows up speaking a dialect of a language that is different from the primary, standard dialect of the language, that person will have a much easier time learning a secondary language, as their brain is already primed to make the necessary bridges in communication associated with translation.
For more information on the study and its results, read Dialectal Differences in Hemispheric Specialization for Japanese Lexical Pitch Accent, published in the journal Brain and Language.
QFI Continues to support Arabic through Al-Wāḥa
Concordia Language Villages continues to work closely with Qatar Foundation International (QFI) to promote the study of Arabic at Al-Wāḥa, the Arabic Language Village.
Funding from QFI has provided full or partial scholarships for more than 150 youth over the past two summers and has provided programs for over 35 teachers to further enhance their skills based on Language Villages best practices. Student scholarships have been primarily directed to students with a strong interest in Arabic living in the Midwest. With fewer schools in the Midwest offering Arabic, the Language Villages has worked with its base of regional language teachers to promote scholarships to all language teachers, knowing that many students with a strong affinity for more commonly taught languages may also be interested in a new challenge.
QFI also supported the purchase of realia to help create a more powerful immersion experience at Al-Wāḥa, including wall-hangings for the dining hall along with pictures and posters to create an atmosphere steeped in Arabic culture. Additionally, QFI has supported residential programs and weekend workshops for teachers staffed by Language Villages leadership.
State Fair Nametag Contest: Congratulations to Fé from El Lago del Bosque!
After receiving several creative entries for our Minnesota State Fair Nametag Contest, choosing a winner was challenging. This year, the winner is Fé from El Lago del Bosque! Fé is a very enthusiastic villager who attended El Lago del Bosque, the Spanish Language Village, for the first time this summer, and is eager to use her contest prize of $250 toward a session in summer 2014.
"I had the best time at El Lago del Bosque," says Fé. "I was able to learn so much more about the language, I love and its culture." Her experience sounds like that of many past villagers, in the sense of what she was able to take away. "I'm so thankful for the chance to meet new lifelong friends from all over the world!"
Thank you to everyone who submitted a photo, and for your excitement about Concordia Language Villages. Remember to look for our annual winter Nametag Contest in February!
We had a great time taking part in the Minnesota State Fair this year, and hope you had the chance to visit our booth in the Education building. We enjoyed visiting with Village alumni and others who are interested in what Concordia Language Villages offers.
We hope to see you at the Villages again soon, like Fé, who says, "I can't wait to go back next year and see how much I've improved my Spanish speaking and make more friends!"
Russian Language Village Dedication Features Visitor from Russian Embassy
On July 13, 2013, Concordia College President William Craft thanked donors along with current and former staff who supported the construction of St. Petersburg, the new great hall at Lesnoe Ozero. The event also served as the formal dedication of the Russian Language Village site on Turtle River Lake and featured guests from across the country and around the world. Yury Y. Melnik, second secretary, Embassy of the Russian Federation to the United States, addressed the guests bringing greetings and congratulations from the Russian Federation: "It has been a great pleasure to visit Lesnoe Ozero and learn how sophisticated the Language Village's teaching methods are. I am pleased to extend the very best wishes and congratulations from the Ambassador on the dedication of Lesnoe Ozero and your great work here."
The newest building, St. Petersburg, modeled after the great hall of a Russian hunting lodge, provides additional indoor space for programming and also adds even more adult-friendly rooms and services to the site. Amy Rutten, construction and special projects coordinator for the Language Villages, oversaw the construction of the new building. "With a great hall that can fit the entire village, as well as smaller breakout rooms, it is built to serve multiple uses," Rutten says. "As with the Russian hunting lodge it is modeled after, the grand entry welcomes the visitor and villager alike, and they are drawn to the large Russian fireplace that dominates the room."
As the Language Villages explores more programs for adults and corporate clients, Martin Graefe, senior director of the Language Villages, feels confident that the new building will make the site much more conducive to the study of language and culture by adults. "For many years we have had potential business clients discuss with us the possibility of corporate or government language and culture programs. The new building at Lesnoe Ozero will meet a very specific need we have. It's also a beautiful building and one of the most welcoming spaces on our Turtle River Lake campus."
Visit the Russian blog for pictures of villagers this summer using the new building or visit a gallery of images taken at St. Petersburg.
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Garden Dedicated at Sjölunden
Just as every house needs a hearth, every village at Concordia Language Villages needs a place to gather. This summer, three generations of the Bachman family came together to celebrate the dedication of a new garden created with a gift from the Todd and Barbara Bachman Family Foundation. The garden joins the family's love of horticulture with their love of all things Swedish. From the forget‐me‐nots at the entrance to the inward‐facing gathering space at its heart, this memorial garden is a living, growing place where past memories can be cherished and celebrated and future memories can be created.
The Bachman daughters, all former Swedish villagers, were proud to be able to share Sjölunden with their children and husbands. Sara Bachman McGregor, Susie Bachman West, and Elisabeth (Wiz) Bachman McCutcheon had a special time reminiscing about their experiences and friendships at Sjölunden while their children were able to see where so many childhood memories had been created. According to Barbara Bachman, "My heart was warmed to see such happiness on all their faces. "
The entrance path to the fire pit area is lined with three circular planters, one for each of the three Bachman girls. The path meanders between the axis of the flag pole and the fire pit and is lined with walls low enough to sit on. There is one planter on the north side of the path, planted with flowers from the northern provinces of Sweden, and two on the south side of the path, filled with flowers from the southern provinces of Sweden. The fire pit itself is ringed by red risers painted the same color as the weaving studio.
Not only did the Todd and Barbara Bachman Family Foundation provide financial support for the design and construction of the garden, but the foundation also created an endowment to ensure that the garden will remain well maintained. "Hopefully the garden pathway, gathering area, and fire ring will provide a place for many others to develop strong and happy memories as well as a deep appreciation of their Swedish heritage," stated Barbara.
Time Magazine Explores "The Power of the Bilingual Brain"
Multilingual people have stronger skills in reasoning, multitasking and reconciling conflicting ideas. These are among several benefits of multilingualism highlighted in a recent Time Magazine article, "The Power of the Bilingual Brain."
The article, from the July 29, 2013, issue, explores a groundbreaking total-immersion language program in Utah public schools. Families compete through a lottery system for spots in the programs, currently offered in 20 percent of elementary schools in the state. Students in the program take half their classes every day in English and half in Spanish, French, Mandarin or Portuguese.
According to article author Jeffrey Kluger, "The idea behind the program has less to do with the usual talk about a globalizing world…and more to do with the nimble minds of the boys and girls doing the learning."
Benefits of multilingualism are notable throughout the lifespan, according to research highlighted in the article. For example, on average, bilinguals delay the onset of dementia and Alzheimer's disease by 4.1 years when compared to their monolingual counterparts.
As the Utah program hopes to demonstrate, teaching young children a second language promotes a lifetime of multilingual benefits. Not surprisingly, interest in Utah's approach is spreading. So far, officials from 22 other states have observed the program.
The full article is available by subscription on Time.com.