OVERVIEW OF THE INTERNATIONAL TRAINING CENTRE BG Libor ŠTEFÁNIK Commander of the Czech Air Force 1 / 14
Content Vision CZE proposed approach Framework Aims and principles MATC II Fighter pilot training concept L-39 NG Training structure JAS 39 CzAF MATC II Concept Way ahead Saab contribution
Vision Effective & Efficient Multinational Fighter Aircraft Pilot Training Air Chiefs Conference (Prague, 12-13 March 2015) 7 countries (AUT, CZE, GER, HUN, POL, SVK, SWE), 5x CC AF training gap in jet pilot training identified need for improving interoperability through common standards low cost solution pooling and sharing of national assets use of innovative approaches (incl. new technologies) Statement of Intent (AUT, CZE, HUN, SVK, SWE) Further investigate possibilities for operationally and economically suitable common endeavours
CZE Proposed Approach All Interested Countries / Participants Pool existing capabilities of participating / interested nations and optimise their use Build and share new capabilities (if necessary) (no duplications; economies of scale) CZE specific input Use existing capabilities of CLV Pardubice (Aviation Training Centre; division of LOM Praha state enterprise) already part of CZE contribution to MATC Tactical Simulation Centre L-39 C Z-142 incrementally expand CLV capabilities in following years by introducing L-39 NG as core trainer AC (initially L-39 with Williams engine) International Team of Instructors (highest standards; operational experience; interoperability and maintaining national know how )
Current MATC Framework Participants Supporting country / Observer TASK Provide comprehensive training of aircrew and maintenance personnel on Mi type helicopters, with maximum use of existing capabilities and structures while minimising the overall costs. However provisions for expansion are present MATC MoU - Section 3 Objectives, art. 4 other aviation platforms and capabilities (other helicopters, fixed-wing, remotely piloted platforms, and Joint Terminal Attack Controllers) may be incorporated as early as technically feasible. MATC should be maintained even if the Participants change their aviation platforms. It is desirable to increase the number of nations participating in the MATC.
MATC Aims and Principles Standardisation Unification of Aircrew and Technical Specialists Training Interoperability Facilitating future Joint Task Force Deployments; Possible Establishment of Multinational Unit(s) Mutual Recognition of Certificates and Licences Cooperation of National Military Aviation Authorities (MAA) Mutual Recognition Process (MBAR) - bilateral agreements signed by National MAA Directors in December 2015 Resources Savings (from longer term perspective) more effective and efficient use of training capabilities (existing + newly created) Reduction of living costs on territories of other MATC Nations: Linked to NATO (Smart Defence Tier 1 project 1.20) and EU initiatives Capitalise on Experience from Operations Strengthening of Defence Cooperation / Win-Win Solutions MATC is NOT Owner of Training Capabilities! National contributions remains under full control of participating countries => MATC Directorate coordinates and facilitates the training effort 6
Content Vision CZE proposed approach Framework Aims and principles MATC II Fighter pilot training concept L-39 NG TRAINING STRUCTURE JAS 39 CzAF MATC II Concept Way ahead Saab contribution 7/13
Fighter Pilot Training Concept MATC 2 Capability Development Aspects Modular On Demand Concept Driven by Users Requirements Training Programmes Tailored to Combat Aircraft (JAS-39; F-16 ) Common and Specific Parts All Participating Countries can contribute their Assets (e.g. PC-9 turboprops) Parts of Training Programmes can be performed in Different Countries International Instructor Pilots Staff Most Experienced Instructors from Participating Countries Located in one or more Training Areas / Schools / Centres Interoperability through Standardisation Common (MATC) Training Programmes recognised by National Military Aviation Authorities Enhanced simulation concept Robust usage of simulation technology complex training soution
L-39 NG L-39 NG Important Element of future Jet Pilot Training Concept OCU TRAINING Download of hours from supersonic Direct saving lowest operation cost & single training type LEAD IN PILOT TRAINING Full operation training + tactics Direct saving in simulation technologies ADVANCED JET TRAINING After jet/turboprop basic training Direct saving lowest jet operation cost & single training type BASIC JET TRAINING After initial screening on piston aircraft Direct saving lowest jet operation cost
CURRENT TRAINING 800h JAS 39 L159 L39 L39 CLV 300h 213 th TSQN 500h 212 th SQN 211 th SQN Z142 CLV MILITARY ACADEMY VĚK 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38
TRAINING STRUCTURE JAS 39 CzAF MATC II Concept SELECTION FLYING EXPERIENCE PRE SCREENING ( CLV Z - 142) MEDICAL CHECK ULZ PHYSICAL TEST PSYCHOLOGICAL TEST MOTIVATION TEST ENTRANCE EXAMINATION JAS 39 MATC II CONVERSION L39NG 200H Z142 MILITARY ACADEMY 500H 211th SQN 15-18 CIVILIAN STUDENT 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 MILITARY CAREER
Content Vision CZE proposed approach Framework Aims and principles MATC II Fighter pilot training concept L-39 NG TRAINING STRUCTURE JAS 39 CzAF MATC II Concept Way ahead Saab contribution
WAY AHEAD Project MATC II was approved by the MATC Steering Committee in March 2016 MATC II has high priority by MOD The Czech Air Force works on: Establishing Integrated working group Implementation to MATC MOU syllabus, SOPs Legal and financial framework Gov-Gov From 2019 will be MATC II embedded part of the commercial contract CzAF - CLV Pardubice From 2019 will be established a military unit in Pardubice Military instructor staff Possible international cooperation Experienced combat pilots Military environment Logistic provided by CLV Pardubice Close cooperation with perspective partners
SAAB CONTRIBUTION Create HUB training centre for conversion training on JAS 39D 4x JAS 39 D Gripen family project Future training co-operation with Saab are investigated. The discussion will include both basic training and conversion training for JAS39 C/D pilots. Saab also investigates a possible future Support Hub in Czech Republic to cover the JAS39 C/D fighter users with possible MRO services and also support the future training school.