The operator’s training for the Fokker F28-Mk0100 did not prepare pilots for alpha mode activation during critical phases of flight.
The ATSB notes that Alliance Airlines has taken safety action to reduce the risk of this safety issue.
On 15 October 2020, the operator introduced new type qualification and cyclic training that encompassed alpha mode procedures through operations notice ON 201213. Initial training of alpha floor requirements was articulated further and alpha mode was introduced into cyclic training to ensure flight crew operating the F100 and F70 were checked as proficient twice a year.
