Litson & Associates has published its 2026 aviation safety and quality training schedule, with a selection of courses being offered virtually throughout the year.
The training provider’s official schedule includes courses covering Safety Management Systems (SMS), Quality Management Systems and Auditing, Lead Auditor training, Occurrence Investigation, Root Cause Analysis, Management of Change, Risk Based Approach and Continuous Improvement. (
According to Litson & Associates, all courses on the 2026 schedule are virtual, although dates are subject to change. Courses marked with the relevant icon are identified by the provider as SACAA-approved courses.
What aviation training is available in 2026?
The 2026 schedule contains several different aviation safety and quality training options.
These include:
- Safety Management System, including RPAS
- Quality Management System & Auditing
- Occurrence Investigation
- Root Cause Analysis
- Management of Change
- Risk Based Approach
- Continuous Improvement
- Lead Auditor
The courses have different durations, ranging from one-day workshops to five-day programmes.
Safety Management System course
The Safety Management System (SMS), including RPAS course runs for five days.
Litson & Associates says the course covers the components and elements of an SMS and is aimed particularly at people who may be appointed as Aviation Safety Officers or Aviation Safety Managers.
The course includes topics such as:
- Safety management fundamentals
- Safety reporting and investigation
- Safety data collection and analysis
- Hazard identification
- Safety risk mitigation
- Safety management standards and regulations
- State Safety Programme and SMS frameworks
The provider lists 7–11 September 2026 and 12–16 October 2026 as available 2026 online training dates on its aviation training page
The published course information lists pre-entry requirements including in-depth knowledge of the organisation’s aviation activities and good written and spoken English.
Quality Management System & Auditing
The Quality Management System & Auditing (QMSA) course is listed as a five-day programme.
Litson & Associates says its objective is to equip delegates to implement and maintain a Quality Management System, with auditing principles reinforced through practical assignments.
The 2026 schedule lists the following dates:
- 24–28 August 2026
- 5–9 October 2026
- 30 November–4 December 2026
The schedule identifies this as one of the courses carrying the SACAA-approved designation.
Lead Auditor course
The Lead Auditor programme is listed as a three-day course.
The course information says delegates encounter recognised standards and use practical aviation case studies to develop an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a Lead Auditor.
The 2026 schedule lists:
- 28–30 July 2026
- 12–14 October 2026
The schedule marks the course as SACAA approved.
Occurrence Investigation
The Occurrence Investigation course runs for five days.
Litson & Associates says the course focuses on skills including defining the nature of an occurrence through information gathering and analysis, making findings and recommendations, and determining root causes.
The 2026 schedule lists:
- 17–21 August 2026
- 2–6 November 2026
Both are identified as virtual courses.
One-day aviation safety workshops
Several one-day workshops are included in the 2026 programme.
Root Cause Analysis
The Root Cause Analysis workshop is listed as a one-day course.
Remaining 2026 dates shown by Litson & Associates include:
- 14 September 2026
- 9 November 2026
The provider describes the workshop as focusing on the Root Cause Analysis process.
Management of Change
The Management of Change workshop also runs for one day.
The schedule lists:
- 15 September 2026
- 10 November 2026
The course addresses processes and practices for managing changes within an organisation.
Risk Based Approach
The Risk Based Approach workshop is a one-day programme.
The schedule lists:
- 16 September 2026
- 11 November 2026
Litson & Associates says the workshop covers risk-based thinking and practical implementation in aviation-related processes.
Continuous Improvement
Continuous Improvement is also listed as a one-day workshop.
The 2026 schedule shows:
- 17 September 2026
- 12 November 2026
The provider describes the workshop as covering systematic approaches to identifying and addressing deficiencies and improving safety, efficiency and performance.
Are the courses online?
Yes. Litson & Associates states on its 2026 schedule that all courses are virtual.
Its aviation training page further explains that most of its training is presented online in real time, with the presenter present during the training.
This means applicants should have suitable internet access and be able to participate for the required training sessions.
What are the registration requirements?
The provider’s virtual-course registration information states that attendance at all sessions is mandatory.
It also states that:
- A minimum of 6 delegates and maximum of 16 delegates applies per course.
- Registrations close 10 days before the start date.
- Courses may be postponed if there are insufficient bookings.
- Payments for postponed courses are refunded in full.
- Bookings must be completed through the Litson & Associates online booking system.
- A 50% deposit is required within two weeks of invoice receipt to secure enrolment.
- Full payment is due two weeks before the course starts.
These are the provider’s published virtual-course registration conditions and should be checked again before booking.
Is the aviation training free?
No free-training claim is made by Litson & Associates.
The provider’s registration information refers to invoices, deposits and course fees, indicating that these are paid training programmes.
The supplied schedule does not publish a universal price for all courses.
Therefore, prospective delegates should obtain or check the fee for their specific course before registering.
Do these courses offer a stipend?
Not specified.
These are professional aviation safety and quality training courses rather than advertised learnerships or stipend opportunities.
The official pages reviewed do not state that delegates receive a stipend or salary.
Who are these courses for?
The target audience varies by programme.
For example, Litson & Associates says the SMS course is particularly relevant to people appointed or being considered for Aviation Safety Officer and Aviation Safety Manager roles.
Other courses focus on quality management, auditing, investigation, risk management and organisational safety processes.
Prospective learners should therefore read the individual course information carefully rather than assuming that every programme is suitable for beginners.
2026 aviation training schedule: Quick facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Training provider | Litson & Associates |
| Training area | Aviation safety and quality |
| Schedule | 2026 |
| Delivery | Virtual |
| Course durations | 1–5 days for scheduled courses |
| SMS | 5 days |
| QMS & Auditing | 5 days |
| Lead Auditor | 3 days |
| Occurrence Investigation | 5 days |
| RCA | 1 day |
| Management of Change | 1 day |
| Risk Based Approach | 1 day |
| Continuous Improvement | 1 day |
| SACAA-approved courses | Identified with an approval icon on the schedule |
| Cost | Course-specific |
| Stipend | Not specified |
| Registration deadline | 10 days before course start, according to provider’s virtual registration information |
| Dates | Subject to change |
Important dates still listed for September 2026
At the time of checking the official 2026 schedule on 19 September 2026, the schedule lists these September dates:
- 14 September: Root Cause Analysis
- 15 September: Management of Change
- 16 September: Risk Based Approach
- 17 September: Continuous Improvement
Those dates have already passed as of 19 September 2026.
The schedule also lists later 2026 training dates in October, November and December.
Remaining scheduled dates shown on the official page
October 2026
- 5–9 October — Quality Management System & Auditing
- 12–14 October — Lead Auditor
- 12–16 October — Safety Management System including RPAS
November 2026
- 2–6 November — Occurrence Investigation
- 9 November — Root Cause Analysis
- 10 November — Management of Change
- 11 November — Risk Based Approach
- 12 November — Continuous Improvement
December 2026
- 30 November–4 December — Quality Management System & Auditing
Dates remain subject to change according to Litson & Associates.
How to register
Prospective delegates should use the official Litson & Associates aviation training pages to select the relevant course and follow the provider’s booking process.
Because registrations close 10 days before the course start date according to the provider’s published virtual-training requirements, applicants should check the registration status of their selected course before making arrangements.
Official training schedule:
https://www.litsonandassociates.com/aviation-safety-training/training-schedule-2026/
Final word
Litson & Associates’ 2026 training schedule includes virtual aviation safety and quality courses ranging from one-day workshops to five-day programmes.
The available subjects include Safety Management Systems, Quality Management Systems and Auditing, Lead Auditor training, Occurrence Investigation, Root Cause Analysis, Management of Change, Risk Based Approach and Continuous Improvement.
Anyone interested should check the official course information for the latest dates, registration status, course requirements and fees before registering.
Official source
Primary source: Litson & Associates — 2026 Training Schedule
Supporting source: Litson & Associates — Aviation Safety Training
SMS course information: Litson & Associates — Safety Management System Course
The official schedule states that courses are virtual and that dates are subject to change.
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Author/Updated Information
Written by: Mbalizuke Nkosi
Published: 19 September 2026
Updated: 19 September 2026
Information checked: 19 September 2026
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