Stuck Pipe Causation
• Mechanisms of stuck pipe
– Differential sticking
– Mechanical Stuck Pipe
– Formation related stuck pipe
• Combined hole problems
Debrief: Mechanisms of stuck pipe
The Team Impact To Prevent Stuck Pipe
• The rig-site team
Debrief: Teamwork and communication
Completion Activities
• Tight hole mechanisms
• Tight hole causation
• Case studies
Debrief: Stuck pipe prediction
Preventing Stuck Pipe
• Managing stuck pipe
• Top drive systems
• Best practice
• Recognising problem situations
• Case studies
Debrief: Stuck pipe prevention
Freeing Stuck Pipe
• Pre-recorded data
• Freeing stuck pipe
• Jar theory and procedures
• Best practice freeing methods
Debrief: Freeing Stuck Pipe
• Fishing theory
• Fishing tools
• Fishing application
• Milling tools
• Milling application
Debrief: Fishing and Milling
Sidetracking
• Well abandonment
• Plug back cementing
• Kick off methods
• Directional drilling
• Best operating practices
Debrief: Sidetracking wells
Course Feedback & Debrief
Persons associated in drilling or workover projects in well
design, engineering, operational or organisational support
functions. Drilling, Geology, Geo-Science, Completions,
Contractor and 3rd party support roles or functions including
team leaders, supervisors or management functions.
None
Peter Aird, with a remarkable 43-year journey in drilling leadership, well engineering, and consultation, is truly a formidable force in his industry. His proficiency is most evident in the execution of intricate well drilling projects. Since 1998, Peter has been instrumental in creating and facilitating over 100 drilling educational sessions and workshops, reaching to over 35 countries internationally.
Recognised worldwide, Peter’s commitment to sharing his wisdom has sculpted a new generation of drilling specialists and extended the horizons of drilling technology. His career is synonymous with meticulousness, leadership, and a steadfast dedication to drilling and well engineering excellence. In 1993, he initiated Kingdom Drilling Services Ltd, a platform offering consultancy and training in well design, engineering, and drilling to renowned oil corporations like Shell and BP. He is a UK Chartered Engineer and boasts a master’s degree in drilling engineering. Peter has been actively involved in drilling ventures since 1987, and consistently devotes his time to training others, further spreading his wealth of knowledge.
