Human Performance and Limitations Course

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Start date: 20/08/2026
End date: 20/08/2026
Venue: Via Zoom
Price(no VAT is added): 249 €
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Human Performance and Limitations Course

Meet EASA requirements and qualify as a CRM trainer –

in just one day

Complete your CRM Trainer journey with EASA-compliant Human Performance and Limitations (HPL) training.

Designed for pilots and cabin crew, this focused 1-day course covers all mandatory HPL elements – ensuring full compliance. 

What You Will Achieve

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

Understand human limitations and their impact on flight safety

Apply key psychological principles to flight crew performance

Recognise the interaction between human ability and aviation systems

Strengthen your understanding of performance, stress, and decision-making

Meet the EASA requirement for flight crew CRM trainers (cf. HPL course)

Meeting HPL Requirements – Made Easy

Gain a practical understanding of human performance, human factors, and flight psychology – without unnecessary complexity.

We believe training should be engaging, not just informative. This HPL course combines flexible self-study with live online, interactive sessions led by experienced CRM trainers and Human Factors specialists.

You’ll learn through real-world examples, interactive discussions, and a structured course booklet – designed to keep learning engaging and practical.

Study at your own pace and join live sessions when it suits you.

With approximately 12 learning hours, the course fully meets EASA requirements.

Upon completion, you’ll receive your certification confirming your EASA-compliant HPL training.

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A Human Performance and Limitations course is an essential aviation training programme that explains how human capabilities and limitations affect flight safety.

It focuses on how pilots and cabin crew think, react, and perform under pressure – helping reduce human error in aviation. The course covers key areas such as human factors, aviation physiology, and flight psychology, including decision-making, fatigue, stress, and workload management.

HPL training is required by EASA for CRM trainers and supports safe aviation operations.

This course is designed for:

  • Cabin crew members aiming to become CRM instructors;
  • Pilots who did not complete the full HPL syllabus during their ATPL training;
  • Aviation professionals transitioning into training roles requiring EASA HPL certification.

The course follows a blended learning format, combining structured self-study with live, interactive sessions:

  • Pre-study booklet – Covering all EASA HPL learning objectives
  • HPL manual – A detailed resource explaining key concepts
  • Live online session – Interactive facilitation led by experienced CRM trainers
  • Real-world case studies – Practical aviation scenarios
  • EASA-compliant certification – Issued upon completion

There are no entry requirements. Most participants are experienced flight or cabin crew.

The course is delivered in English, so a functional level of English is required to participate in discussions and complete the materials.

Upon completion, you will receive a Human Performance and Limitations certificate.

Compliant with EASA AMC2 ORO.FC.146, it provides the documentation required for CRM trainer qualification and confirms that you have met the mandatory HPL learning objectives.

NaviMinds is a leading provider of Crew Resource Management and Human Factors training, working with airlines and aviation organisations worldwide since 1987.

This course is designed for participants entering the role of CRM trainers who have not yet completed a Human Performance and Limitations course. It covers the essential HPL knowledge required for certification in a clear, structured, and practical way – helping you achieve compliance without unnecessary complexity.

Our training is delivered by experienced facilitators with real operational backgrounds, ensuring strong relevance to the aviation environment. NaviMinds has also received multiple industry awards, including “Most Innovative Training Provider” and “Best Crew Resource Management Training Provider.

Course programme

Human Factors

01 Mental state
02 Emotional state
03 Physical state
04 Human capabilities
05 Human limitations
06 Human-machine interface
07 Environmental conditions

Aviation physiology

01 Altitude physiology
02 Respiration and circulation
03 Vision and spatial orientation
04 Heat and cold stress
05 G-forces and acceleration
06 Fatigue and stress
07 Fitness and nutrition
08 Substance abuse

Flight psychology

01 Attention and vigilance
02 Decision-making
03 Situational awareness
04 Workload management
05 Communication
06 Leadership and teamwork
07 Airmanship
08 Stress management

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FAQ

A Human Performance and Limitations (HPL) course is required for CRM trainers under EASA AMC2 ORO.FC.146.

It is particularly relevant for: 

  • Cabin crew who are becoming CRM trainers 
  • Pilots who did not complete HPL as part of their ATPL
  • CRM trainers who require HPL refresher training

The course provides the necessary knowledge to meet EASA requirements and supports safe, effective training in aviation operations. 

NaviMinds also offers the option to combine this course with a CRMT Core course for a streamlined and efficient training pathway. 

To become a flight crew CRM trainer under EASA AMC2 ORO.FC.146, you must meet a set of knowledge and training requirements.

These typically include:

  • Knowledge of Human Performance and Limitations (HPL)
  • Completion of initial CRM training
  • Training in facilitation and group instruction skills
  • Relevant operational experience in aviation

If HPL was not covered during your ATPL training, a dedicated HPL course is required to meet these standards.

At NaviMinds, our courses are designed to help you meet all EASA requirements in a clear and structured way.

For a detailed breakdown of the EASA requirements for CRM trainers, you can read our article here.

The HPL course is delivered as a virtual classroom, combining flexible self-study with live online sessions.

You complete the pre-study at your own pace, followed by an interactive live session where key concepts are reviewed, discussed, and clarified with an experienced CRM trainer.

Yes. The course is fully compliant with all EASA requirements for Human Performance and Limitations training, including AMC2 ORO.FC.146.

All required HPL learning objectives are covered in detail to support CRM trainer qualification.

  • Virtual Classroom: € 249 per participant (no VAT is added to our prices)

We offer discounts for group bookings when two or more participants from the same company enrol.

Option 1: Reserve your seat by paying a 10% deposit upon booking. We will send an invoice for the remaining balance approximately two weeks before the course begins.

Option 2: Secure your spot by paying the full amount upfront using Visa, Visa Electron, Maestro, or Mastercard.

Option 3: If you prefer to pay via invoice, please contact us to reserve your seat.

Let us know your preferred payment method, and we make sure to find a solution.

The Simple Path to EASA Compliance

Complete your HPL requirements with our flexible, blended learning course. Gain the EASA-compliant certification you need to qualify as a CRM trainer.

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