EASA SIB 2013-02: Stall and Stick Pusher Training

What to do

Affected stakeholders should review and incorporate the stall and stick pusher training recommendations into their pilot training programs, including initial, type rating, recurrent, and upgrade training. Training providers must ensure instructors and examiners are familiar with the SIB's principles and simulator limitations. Operators and manufacturers are encouraged to adopt the stall recovery template provided and prepare for upcoming EASA rulemaking tasks related to loss of control training. No explicit compliance deadlines are stated.

Summary

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2013-02 titled "Stall and Stick Pusher Training" provides recommendations for fixed-wing aeroplane manufacturers, operators, and training organisations on best practices for stall warning, aerodynamic stall, and stick pusher activation training. The document references FAA Advisory Circular 120-109 and includes a stall recovery template developed by major manufacturers such as Airbus, ATR, Boeing, Bombardier, and Embraer. It aims to improve pilot recognition and response to stall events to enhance overall flight safety.

What changed

This SIB introduces a comprehensive approach to stall and stick pusher training developed collaboratively by the FAA and EASA, emphasizing the reduction of the angle of attack as the primary response to stall events. It recommends incorporating stall and stick pusher training into various pilot training phases and standardizing instructor and examiner knowledge to minimize negative training effects. The document also updates evaluation criteria for stall recovery, focusing on timely recognition and correct procedure application rather than altitude loss.

Why it matters

The recommendations in EASA SIB No. 2013-02 address a critical safety concern related to loss of control accidents caused by improper pilot reactions to stall and stick pusher events. For aviation professionals, this guidance helps improve pilot competency in recognizing and recovering from stalls, thereby reducing accident risk. Operators, training organisations, and manufacturers benefit from harmonized training standards and procedures that enhance flight safety and regulatory compliance.