Aviation Industry Skills Board (AISB) Data Analyst Career Taster

Overview Ever wondered how an airline decides its prices, predicts delays, or plans its routes? In this Career Simulation you’ll discover how aviation Data Analysts turn huge amounts of information into decisions that shape the entire industry. From tracking on-time performance and passenger trends to using data to improve safety and efficiency, you’ll see why data is one of aviation’s most valuable assets. Whether you’re a logical thinker or fascinated by technology, discover how a career as a Data Analyst can open doors across aviation and far beyond. What’s Included This Career Simulation won’t just be us explaining data roles to you: you’ll get stuck in by completing quizzes and interactive activities to evaluate your own skills and knowledge. This experience will show you how raw data is turned into insight that helps an airline run more safely, smoothly and profitably. At the end, you’ll be supplied with a certificate to add to your CV, proving you’re ready to take your first steps into a career in aviation data. Module Overviews Career Overview – Discover how Data Analysts use information to improve safety, efficiency and the passenger experience across the aviation industry. Qualification & Skill Requirements – Learn about the study pathways, technical skills and personal qualities that can lead to a career in aviation data analysis. Daily Activities – See how Data Analysts combine data, tools, collaboration and clear communication to turn numbers into useful insight. Career Progression – Explore the routes analysts can take, from Junior Analyst to Senior Data Scientist, Specialist and leadership roles. Salary & Benefits – Understand the earning potential, career opportunities and wider benefits of working with data in aviation. Challenges & Rewards – Discover the challenge of working with complex, messy data alongside the reward of seeing your insights drive real decisions. Meet the Expert – Hear from Lucy Maxwell-Brown at Virgin about her work using data to support decisions across the airline. Your Activity – Step into the role of an aviation Data Analyst and use evidence and analysis to investigate a real industry challenge. Model Answer – Compare your approach with a worked example that shows how Data Analysts interpret evidence and justify their conclusions. Reflection – Reflect on what you’ve learned, identify the areas that interest you most, and consider your next steps into aviation data analysis.