2nd Edition 2018.  The manual defines the purpose and recommended structure for a comprehensive UPRT program — i.e. training designed to help flight crews prevent, recognize and recover from “upsets,” or undesired aircraft states (such as stalls, unusual attitudes, high-angle-of-attack, etc.).

It aligns with regulatory requirements from aviation authorities and standards such as International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Doc 10011, and reflects regulatory developments — e.g. as of 2019 UPRT became mandatory for many operators and recurrent training.

The guidance recommends an “ideal” UPRT program combining:

• Academic (ground) training — teaching aerodynamics, human factors, threat-error management, situational awareness, and pilot competencies.
• Practical training — both non type-specific (e.g. generic upset recovery in a training environment) and type-specific (for the actual aircraft type operated).

It emphasizes that training should include not only recovery from full-upset conditions (e.g. deep stalls) but also early recognition and prevention — to avoid entering an upset state in the first place.

Instructors and training organizations must meet certain competency standards, and training should be scenario-based (not just rote maneuvers), reflecting realistic flight conditions, human-factors aspects (like surprise and startle), manual-flying skill degradation, and appropriate use of flight simulation training devices (FSTDs) that meet specific qualification requirements.

Finally, the manual provides guidance on how to integrate UPRT into operator training programs (initial licensing, type-rating conversion, recurrent training), how to assess pilot performance, and how to implement a continuous Safety Management System (SMS) approach to monitor and evaluate effectiveness of UPRT training over time.