Zhong Guo Min Hang Wang·2025-11-03 12:05Core Viewpoint - China Southern Airlines (CSA) is enhancing its pilot training and selection processes to ensure high safety standards and improve the quality of its flight crew, aligning with the new era of aviation workforce development [1][10]. Group 1: Pilot Training System - CSA showcased its advanced training system based on "Pilot Lifecycle Management (PLM)" during the "Pilot Growth Path" media open day event [1]. - The training includes immersive experiences with full-motion flight simulators for aircraft models such as A350, A320, and B737, allowing pilots to practice in a risk-free environment [4]. - The training philosophy emphasizes "Evidence-Based Training (EBT)" to enhance pilots' decision-making and operational skills under various simulated conditions [4]. Group 2: Safety Management and Emergency Response - Media representatives observed a helicopter sea rescue drill, demonstrating CSA's robust safety management capabilities and the professional skills of its general aviation pilots [6][7]. - CSA has actively participated in emergency rescue operations, completing over 2,200 helicopter missions and flying more than 4,400 hours in recent years, rescuing over 3,200 individuals [9]. Group 3: Recruitment and Selection Process - CSA is optimizing its recruitment mechanisms, shifting from a focus on academic performance and physical fitness to a more holistic evaluation of candidates' mental and emotional attributes [11]. - The introduction of the PAT (Pilot Aptitude Test) in 2024 will scientifically assess candidates' core abilities, including attention, working memory, spatial awareness, and personality traits [11]. - CSA is also increasing its collaboration with top universities to enhance the quality of its talent pool, ensuring a strong foundation for high-quality aviation development [12].