Cross Crew Qualification (CCQ) and Difference Training
For pilots already certified on a specific Airbus, Boeing, or ATR aircraft type and aiming to transition to another variant within the same family, Simaero offers tailored and condensed type rating training courses.
These are referred to as Cross Crew Qualification (CCQ) for Airbus, and Difference Course for Boeing, ATR, and Dash fleets.
Cross Crew Qualification (CCQ) is an Airbus term referring to a shorter type rating transition course for pilots already qualified on one Airbus family aircraft model seeking to transition to a different variant within the same family.
Simaero provides the following Airbus transitioning courses:
A320 to A330 – EASA Program
A320 to A340 – EASA Program
A330 to A340 – EASA Program
A340 to A330 – EASA Program
Duration:
10
days
Theoretical Training
5 days of e-learning courses, self-paced and conducted remotely through our e-learning platform, Wisdom, available 24/7.
Half a day of on-site course with one of our instructors.
Practical Training
3×4 hours Full-Flight Simulator sessions
1×4 hours Skill test session
The synopsis and duration presented above are indicative only and are based on the A320 to A330 CCQ Course following the EASA program.
Difference course is a Boeing term referring to a shorter type rating transition course for pilots already qualified on one Boeing aircraft type seeking to transition to a different variant.
Simaero provides the following Airbus transitioning courses:
B737 CL <> B737 NG – EASA Program
B757 <> B767 – EASA Program
B777 <> B787 – EASA Program
The synopsis and duration of the difference course vary depending on the aircraft variant to which you are transitioning.
Other Difference Courses
Available Other Difference Courses
Simaero also provides the following difference courses for ATR and Dash fleets:
ATR 72-500 <> ATR 72-600 – EASA Program
Dash 8-100 <> Dash 8-300 – SACAA Program
Dash 8-Q400 to Dash 8-100 – SACAA Program
Dash 8-Q400 to Dash 8-300 – SACAA Program
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Simaero courses cover accommodation and transportation?
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