Aerodrome Training
ADR Training for Airport Operators
Develop and maintain the competence required to support safe, compliant and efficient aerodrome operations.
Entry Point North provides aerodrome training for airport operators, covering operational safety, apron management, communication, instructor development and regulatory compliance in line with EASA aerodrome requirements.
Founded in 2006
with training centres across Europe
300+ clients
Training delivered in 65+ countries
8 Training centres
In Europe and Asia
Flexible delivery
Onsite, online, or at your premises
ADR training for airports and aerodrome operators
For airports, aerodrome operators and aviation organisations responsible for developing and maintaining operational competence and safety.
- Aerodrome Operations Managers
- Training Managers and Training Coordinators
- Safety, Quality and Compliance Managers
- Airside Operations Supervisors
- Instructors and Assessors
Who the training supports
Aerodrome training can support a range of operational roles involved in maintaining safe, compliant and efficient airport operations:
- Apron management personnel
- Runway safety and GRF personnel
- NOTAM originators and ARO personnel
- Wildlife hazard management personnel
- Airside supervisors and managers
The Challenges Airports Face
Aerodrome competence is not simply a training challenge. It is also a safety, compliance and operational performance challenge.
Operational pressures
- Maintaining EASA compliance across operational functions
- Balancing training requirements with operational continuity
- Managing staff turnover and seasonal workforce changes
- Maintaining consistent competence across shifts and departments
Typical challenges in practice
- Reducing runway incursions and operational risks
- Maintaining effective assessment and competence systems
- Managing runway safety, wildlife and FOD risks
- Developing local instructors and assessors
- Providing clear evidence of competence during regulatory oversight
How Entry Point North supports your ADR training needs
A structured approach designed around your aerodrome, operational environment and regulatory obligations.
Align
We work with you to understand your operational environment, training requirements, local procedures and compliance objectives.
Design
We identify the most suitable combination of operational, safety, instructor and assessment training to support your organisation.
Deliver
Training can be delivered at our training centres, online or at your airport. Local procedures and operational environments can be integrated when appropriate.
Assure quality
We support standardisation, quality assurance, assessment consistency and competence management programmes to help demonstrate compliance and operational effectiveness.
ADR training options
Choose your starting point:
Covers runway incursion prevention, runway safety teams and runway condition assessment and reporting.
Focuses on operational hazards, human performance and coordination across aerodrome operations.
Develops the competence needed to train, assess and manage operational personnel.
Supports personnel providing taxi instructions, apron control services and apron operational support.
Covers aeronautical information, radiotelephony and language competence for operational personnel.
Provides an overview of aerodrome regulations, safety management and organisational compliance requirements.
Apron Management Services (AMS) Training
Develop the knowledge, skills and operational judgement required to safely and efficiently provide Apron Management Services in a complex aerodrome environment.
Our AMS training prepares apron tower personnel to manage aircraft and vehicle movements on the apron, coordinate with aerodrome stakeholders, apply radiotelephony procedures, maintain situational awareness, and contribute to safe and efficient airport operations. Training is aligned with international best practices and can be adapted to local procedures, operational concepts and airport-specific requirements
Quality and compliance
Our ADR training solutions can support aerodrome operators in meeting training and competence requirements established by EASA aerodrome regulations and associated national requirements. Training programmes can be adapted to local procedures, organisational structures and operational environments while maintaining a consistent focus on safety, competence and compliance.
FAQ
Yes. Most ADR training programmes can be delivered either at your airport, online, or at an Entry Point North training facility. Delivering training on-site allows us to incorporate local procedures, infrastructure, operating environments and organisational requirements into the learning experience.
Absolutely. While our programmes are based on recognised industry practices and regulatory requirements, we routinely tailor training content, exercises, case studies and assessments to reflect local procedures, aerodrome layouts, operational environments and organisational processes.
Yes. Many airports choose to combine several courses into a structured competence development programme. We can help design integrated training pathways covering operational personnel, supervisors, instructors, assessors and managers, ensuring training supports both safety objectives and regulatory compliance requirements.
Yes. We provide dedicated Instructor, Assessor and Train-the-Trainer programmes designed to develop the competencies required to deliver training, conduct assessments and maintain consistent standards across the organisation. We can also support the development of local instructor and assessor frameworks.
Yes. We regularly work with aviation organisations to strengthen training systems, competence management processes and assessment programmes. Where training-related findings have been identified, we can help review existing arrangements and develop training solutions that support corrective actions and continuous improvement.
Yes. We can support the design, development and implementation of examinations, practical assessments, competency checks and associated assessment tools. Solutions can be adapted to local procedures, organisational requirements and regulatory expectations.
Yes. Many of our courses can be delivered through live virtual classrooms, blended learning solutions or a combination of online and instructor-led training. The most effective delivery method will depend on the learning objectives and the practical skills being trained.
Yes. In addition to training, Entry Point North can support organisations with recruitment and selection services for operational apron management positions. Our experience in operational aviation training and assessment allows us to help identify candidates with the competencies and potential required for safety-critical roles.
Yes. We can support recruitment activities through candidate screening, aptitude assessments, competency-based selection processes and training-to-employment solutions. Whether you are recruiting operational personnel, supervisors, instructors or specialist airport staff, we can help create a selection process aligned with the requirements of the role.
Can’t find the training you’re looking for?
Contact us to discuss your operational challenges and training requirements. We can develop customised aerodrome training solutions tailored to your airport, organisation and local procedures.