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The Lean Airline™ Programs

The Lean Airline™ Leader


11 hours | 8 courses | 6 months access | Self-paced e-Learning

Gain the leadership skills top airlines are looking for.


The Lean Airline™ Leader Program is a self-paced, industry-specific certification designed for aviation professionals ready to lead teams, manage projects, and drive strategic improvements across airline operations. Built on the foundation of the Practitioner Program, this advanced training develops the leadership mindset and systems thinking needed to integrate Lean, sustainability, and performance into everyday decision-making.

Showing an external Diploma in The Lean Airline™ Leader Program can give job applicants a distinct edge when pursuing promotions, leadership roles, or international opportunities.

What You’ll Learn

Upon completion of this program you will be able to:

✓ Design and lead human-centered, efficient airline processes

✓ Integrate sustainability principles into aviation operations

✓ Align and optimize airline management systems

✓ Develop and coach high-performing Lean teams

✓ Apply advanced Lean leadership principles across departments

✓ Measure performance and implement KPI-driven improvements

✓ Manage cross-functional projects with a continuous improvement focus

What Aviation Professionals Say


"I recommend it to everyone interested in aviation, project management, and continuous improvement."

Slawomir Dolacinski, Senior Reliability Specialist, LOT Polish Airlines

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“I'm thrilled with all the valuable insights I gained from The Lean Airline Programs.”

Abhijith Kaushik, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, WestJet

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“Valuable insights into process improvement. Many concepts were eye-opening.”

Carlos Rey, CAMO Deputy Manager, World2Fly

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This program is recommended for


✓ Airline staff stepping into leadership roles across operations, maintenance, engineering, finance, and customer service

✓ Supervisors and managers leading teams or driving performance

✓ Cross-functional leaders in safety, compliance, or continuous improvement

✓ Professionals involved in airline transformation or digitalization projects

✓ Graduates of The Lean Airline™ Practitioner Program advancing leadership skills

✓ Ambitious individuals aiming to lead change in aviation

Program Content

Access the full program package at a reduced price with a single transaction — or enjoy the flexibility of enrolling in individual courses from the required and elective list below.

  • €59

Human-Centered Processes


Design safer, more efficient, error-resistant systems.

  • €59

Aviation Sustainability


Master key concepts to drive airlines’ sustainability transitions.

  • €59

Integrated Management Systems (IMS)


Integrate airline’s key domains into a single, streamlined management system.

  • €59

Developing Lean Personnel


Build a continuous improvement mindset and high-performance teams.

  • €49

Gemba Walks: Leading Where Work Happens


Lead frontline walks that uncover issues and spark real change.

  • €59

Hoshin Kanri: Strategic Policy Deployment


Turn strategy into action with aligned goals and lean leadership.

  • €59

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Airlines


Use key metrics to boost safety, finance, and operational performance.

  • €69

Lean Project Management


Master the tools to deliver successful, value-driven projects.

ALL 8 COURSES INCLUDED

Already covered sustainability, human factors, and integrated systems? Try the Lite version — The Lean Leader — for €189 (5 COURSES). Focus on advanced Lean leadership, project management, and performance improvement without the extra foundational courses.

Prerequisite

Successful completion of The Lean Airline™ Practitioner Program is recommended. It provides the essential Lean foundation necessary to excel in this advanced leadership program.

Certification

✓ Each course includes a Certificate of Completion.

✓ Once you’ve successfully completed the full program, simply email us to confirm your eligibility and receive your official Lean Airline™ Leader Diploma.

✓ Add this credential to your LinkedIn profile, résumé, or CV — and share it on social media or in performance reviews to highlight your leadership and commitment to operational excellence.