The Lean Airline/The Lean Leader

The Lean Airline® Programs

The Lean Leader


A streamlined version of The Lean Airline® Leader Program focused on practical Lean leadership skills.

7 hours • 5 courses • Self-paced online

Instant access after enrollment.


The Lean Leader Program equips aviation professionals with practical Lean leadership methods to guide teams, manage performance, and drive operational improvement across airline organizations.

Through five hands-on courses, participants learn how to develop high-performing teams, lead improvement initiatives, and manage projects using real airline examples and case studies.

This streamlined version focuses on core Lean leadership tools and methods and does not include the Human-Centered Processes, Aviation Sustainability, and Integrated Management Systems courses from the full Leader Program

The program is aligned with the principles defined in The Lean Airline® Body of Knowledge (LABOK) and leads to The Lean Leader Diploma.

What You’ll Learn

✓ Develop and coach high-performing Lean teams

✓ Apply Lean leadership principles across airline departments

✓ Measure performance and implement KPI-driven improvements

✓ Manage cross-functional projects with a continuous improvement focus

Trusted by aviation professionals across airline operations

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

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

Abhijith Kaushik

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, WestJet

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

Carlos Rey

CAMO Deputy Manager, World2Fly

Who This Program Is For


Supervisors and managers responsible for airline performance

Aviation professionals in operations, maintenance, engineering, safety, or quality

Leaders responsible for cross-functional teams or improvement initiatives

Professionals involved in airline transformation or digitalization projects

Graduates of The Lean Airline® Practitioner Program advancing leadership skills

Program Content

The program consists of five practical courses covering the core Lean leadership principles and methods used in airline operations.

All courses are also available individually.

  • €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.

The Lean Leader Program

7 hours • 5 courses • Self-paced online

€189

€295 value if taken individually

✓ Full program access — 5 courses
✓ Leader Diploma
✓ Instant access

Prerequisite

Recommended for graduates of The Lean Airline® Practitioner or The Lean Practitioner ready to lead operational transformation.

Certification

Certificate of Completion
Each course includes an individual certificate.

The Lean Leader Diploma
Participants who complete all courses can request the official diploma from The Lean Airline.

Professional Recognition
Graduates receive a verifiable digital badge that can be added to LinkedIn, CVs, or professional profiles.

Looking for the complete leadership program?

Explore the full version — The Lean Airline® Leader Program (€249) — which includes additional courses on Human-Centered Processes, Aviation Sustainability, and Integrated Management Systems.