Airbus A320

Type Rating Course

Our A320 type rating training courses are ideal for pilots seeking qualification for the Airbus A320 family, particularly favored by regional and legacy carriers.

Airbus A320 Type Rating Course

- EASA Program

The A320 initial type rating as per EASA requirements lasts approximately 35 days, including rest days. It encompasses performance-based navigation (PBN) and upset prevention and recovery training (UPRT).

Available in:

Theoretical Training

17
days

Theoretical training includes the other training devices(OTD) sessions and the written exam.

All theoretical courses are self-paced and conducted remotely through our e-learning platform, Wisdom, available 24/7.

Practical Training

9
days

Practical training includes:

  • 8 x 4 hrs FFS sessions
  • 1 x 4 hrs skill test session 

Content of the initial type rating course is customizable to meet the requirements of any Civil Aviation Authority and includes optional courses such as multi-crew cooperation (MCC), extended diversion time operations (EDTO), and low visibility operations (LVO).

Content of the initial type rating course is customizable to meet the requirements of any Civil Aviation Authority and can include optional courses listed here.

  • Valid CPL or ATPL
  • Valid Medical
  • Valid English FCL Level 4
  • MCC (for 1st Type Rating only)
  • Advanced UPRT

Airbus A320 Type Rating Course

- EASA Program

Course synopsis and duration

The A320 initial type rating as per EASA requirements lasts approximately 35 days, including rest days. It encompasses performance-based navigation (PBN) and upset prevention and recovery training (UPRT).

Theoretical Training

17
days

Theoretical training includes the other training devices(OTD) sessions and the written exam.

All theoretical courses are self-paced and conducted remotely through our e-learning platform, Wisdom, available 24/7.

Practical Training

9
days

Practical training includes:

  • 8 x 4 hrs FFS sessions
  • 1 x 4 hrs skill test session 

Content of the initial type rating course is customizable to meet the requirements of any Civil Aviation Authority and includes optional courses such as multi-crew cooperation (MCC), extended diversion time operations (EDTO), and low visibility operations (LVO).

Course requirements

  • Valid CPL or ATPL
  • Valid Medical
  • Valid English FCL Level 4
  • MCC (for 1st Type Rating only)
  • Advanced UPRT

Airbus A320 Type Rating Course

- DGCA Program

The A320 initial type rating as per DGCA India requirements lasts approximately 40-45 days, including rest days.

Available in:

Theoretical Training

12
days

Theoretical training includes the JOT/MCC module, OTD sessions, and the written exam.

All theoretical courses are self-guided using our e-learning platform Wisdom in a dedicated classroom within our training center.

Practical Training

16
days

Practical training includes:

  • 5 x 4 hrs FBS sessions
  • 8 x 4 hrs FFS sessions
  • 1 x 4 hrs LOFT sessions
  • 2 x 4 hrs skill test sessions (day & night)
  • DGCA, India Commercial Pilot License (CPL) valid during the tenure ofthe course
  • Instrument Rating single-engine (IR)
  • Minimum flying hours: 200 hours
  • Minimum 100 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC)
  • Valid Class I Medical Certificate
  • ELP (English Language Proficiency) Level 4

Airbus A320 Type Rating Course

- DGCA Program

Course synopsis and duration

The A320 initial type rating as per DGCA India requirements lasts approximately 40-45 days, including rest days.

Theoretical Training

12
days

Theoretical training includes the JOT/MCC module, OTD sessions, and the written exam.

All theoretical courses are self-guided using our e-learning platform Wisdom in a dedicated classroom within our training center.

Practical Training

16
days

Practical training includes:

  • 5 x 4 hrs FBS sessions
  • 8 x 4 hrs FFS sessions
  • 1 x 4 hrs LOFT sessions
  • 2 x 4 hrs skill test sessions (day & night)

Course requirements

  • DGCA, India Commercial Pilot License (CPL) valid during the tenure ofthe course
  • Instrument Rating single-engine (IR)
  • Minimum flying hours: 200 hours
  • Minimum 100 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC)
  • Valid Class I Medical Certificate
  • ELP (English Language Proficiency) Level 4

ATR 72-500 Type rating Course

- EASA Program

The ATR 72-500 initial type rating as per EASA requirements lasts approximately 38 days, including rest days. It encompasses performance-based navigation (PBN) and upset prevention and recovery training (UPRT).

Available in:

Theoretical Training

18
days

Theoretical training includes the other training devices (OTD) sessions and the written exam.  

All theoretical courses are self-paced and conducted remotely through our e-learning platform, Wisdom, available 24/7.

Practical Training

10
days
  • 4x4h Fixed-Based Simulator (FBS) sessions
  • 5x4h Full-Flight Simulator (FFS) sessions
  • 1x4h Skill test session

Content of the initial type rating course is customizable to meet the requirements of any Civil Aviation Authority and can include optional courses listed here.

Captains:

  • Valid Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
  • Flight time:
    • 1500 hours as Pilot
    • 500 hours on Part-25/FAR-25 or Part23/FAR-23 aircraftoperated in multi-crew environment

First Officer:

  • Valid Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
  • Flight time:
    • 500 hours as Pilot
    • 200 hours on Part-25/FAR-25 or Part23/FAR-23 aircraft operated in multi-crew environment

ATR 72-500 Type rating Course

- EASA Program

Course synopsis and duration

The ATR 72-500 initial type rating as per EASA requirements lasts approximately 38 days, including rest days. It encompasses performance-based navigation (PBN) and upset prevention and recovery training (UPRT).

Theoretical Training

18
days

Theoretical training includes the other training devices (OTD) sessions and the written exam.  

All theoretical courses are self-paced and conducted remotely through our e-learning platform, Wisdom, available 24/7.

Practical Training

10
days
  • 4x4h Fixed-Based Simulator (FBS) sessions
  • 5x4h Full-Flight Simulator (FFS) sessions
  • 1x4h Skill test session

Course requirements

Captains:

  • Valid Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
  • Flight time:
    • 1500 hours as Pilot
    • 500 hours on Part-25/FAR-25 or Part23/FAR-23 aircraftoperated in multi-crew environment

First Officer:

  • Valid Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
  • Flight time:
    • 500 hours as Pilot
    • 200 hours on Part-25/FAR-25 or Part23/FAR-23 aircraft operated in multi-crew environment

Airbus A320 Type Rating Course

- EASA Program

The A320 initial type rating as per EASA requirements lasts approximately 35 days, including rest days. It encompasses performance-based navigation (PBN) and upset prevention and recovery training (UPRT).

Available in:

Theoretical Training

17
days

Theoretical training includes the other training devices(OTD) sessions and the written exam.

All theoretical courses are self-paced and conducted remotely through our e-learning platform, Wisdom, available 24/7.

Practical Training

9
days

Practical training includes:

  • 8 x 4 hrs FFS sessions
  • 1 x 4 hrs skill test session 

Content of the initial type rating course is customizable to meet the requirements of any Civil Aviation Authority and includes optional courses such as multi-crew cooperation (MCC), extended diversion time operations (EDTO), and low visibility operations (LVO).

Content of the initial type rating course is customizable to meet the requirements of any Civil Aviation Authority and can include optional courses listed here.

  • Valid CPL or ATPL
  • Valid Medical
  • Valid English FCL Level 4
  • MCC (for 1st Type Rating only)
  • Advanced UPRT

Airbus A320 Type Rating Course

- EASA Program

Course synopsis and duration

The A320 initial type rating as per EASA requirements lasts approximately 35 days, including rest days. It encompasses performance-based navigation (PBN) and upset prevention and recovery training (UPRT).

Theoretical Training

17
days

Theoretical training includes the other training devices(OTD) sessions and the written exam.

All theoretical courses are self-paced and conducted remotely through our e-learning platform, Wisdom, available 24/7.

Practical Training

9
days

Practical training includes:

  • 8 x 4 hrs FFS sessions
  • 1 x 4 hrs skill test session 

Content of the initial type rating course is customizable to meet the requirements of any Civil Aviation Authority and includes optional courses such as multi-crew cooperation (MCC), extended diversion time operations (EDTO), and low visibility operations (LVO).

Course requirements

  • Valid CPL or ATPL
  • Valid Medical
  • Valid English FCL Level 4
  • MCC (for 1st Type Rating only)
  • Advanced UPRT

Airbus A320

Refresher / Renewal Type Rating Course

The A320 refresher type rating training structure and duration depends on individual factors like your experience and the time elapsed since your last valid rating.

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