This course introduces engineers to the principles and practices of ETOPS (Extended-range Twin-engine Operational Performance Standards). It explains how the regulations apply to aircraft operating on routes where diversion times exceed standard limits, and why additional design, maintenance, and operational requirements are essential for safe extended operations.

The training begins with the regulatory background, covering EASA AMC 20-6, FAA guidance, and ICAO standards, ensuring you understand the global framework that governs ETOPS. You’ll learn how ETOPS differs from the broader concept of EDTO (Extended Diversion Time Operations), and what that means in practical terms for the aircraft you work on.

A key part of the course focuses on design approval and reliability, showing how aircraft and engine combinations must prove their robustness through service experience and technical analysis. Concepts like redundancy, in-flight shutdown rates, and configuration standards are explained in a clear and accessible way, connecting the regulations back to the engineering decisions that keep aircraft safe and reliable.

From there, you’ll explore the ETOPS Maintenance Programme, including significant systems, pre-departure checks, and continuing airworthiness tasks. The training breaks down complex requirements into real-world scenarios, helping you see how procedures such as engine monitoring, oil consumption tracking, and verification checks actually support flight safety on long-range operations.

Finally, the course covers the role of CAMO and MRO staff in ETOPS, looking at parts control, reliability programmes, and the interface between organisations. By the end, you’ll have a practical understanding of how ETOPS is applied in daily engineering work and the confidence to recognise your role in ensuring safety and compliance for extended operations.