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A320 Type rating
Everything You Need to Know About This Course
This in-depth Type Rating course is designed to equip pilots with the theoretical knowledge, procedural expertise, and practical flight skills necessary to operate A320 series safely and efficiently. The Airbus A320 aircraft is a prominent choice among airlines worldwide because of its versatility and efficiency. With the global demand for A320 pilots growing, obtaining an A320 pilot certification significantly enhances career opportunities and is an essential step for commercial aviators.
Training
Includes ground school, simulator sessions, and proficiency checks.
Objective
This training is for commercial pilots who aim to complete an Airbus A320 Type Rating (conducted on the single variant CEO) according to EASA approved manuals and procedures.
Delivery Format
Classroom
Blended
Simulator
Self-study
Training Duration
With MCC: 186 hours • Without MCC: 161 hours
Phase
Description
Training Duration
A. Self-Study Preparation
UPRT: AUPRTA REV3 (Upset Prevention and Recovery Training) Candidates begin with independent study to build foundational understanding of upset recovery techniques
Self-paced
B. Theoretical Knowledge Instruction
This phase delivers critical aircraft systems knowledge through a blend of self-study (CBT) and instructor-led sessions.
- CBT (Computer-Based Training) on Aircraft Systems: 40:00 hrs
- Instructor-led briefings systems revision and training on systems, performance, W&B, EFB, FCOMs, FMGC, Airbus SOPs & Philosophy, and UPRT
- Systems and performance exams with debriefings
- Airbus SOPs & Philosophy: 2:00 hrs
- OTD (Other Training Device): 9 sessions x 4 hrs = 36:00 hrs ℹ️ Optional MCC (Multi-Crew Cooperation) Training adds an extra 4 days and 25:00 hrs, increasing total training to 120:00 hrs
95 hours
C. Handling Phase
This stage introduces hands-on simulator training to develop handling skills.
- FFS (Full Flight Simulator) Sessions: 7 x 4 hrs = 28:00 hrs
- Instructor briefings and debriefings: 16:00 hrs
ℹ️ Optional MCC component: +3 days, 6:00 hrs briefings, 12:00 hrs FFS sessions
44 hours
D. LOFT (Line-Oriented Flight Training)
Focuses on scenario-based training simulating real airline operations.
- FFS Session: 1 x 4 hrs
- Briefing & Debriefing: 2:00 hrs
6 hours
E. Skill Test Phase
The final evaluation phase to assess overall proficiency.
- FFS Session: 1 x 4 hrs
- Briefing & Debriefing: 2:00 hrs
Total FFS (Phases C+D+E): 36:00 hrs (this can be emphasized somehow, and separated from Phase E, as is the total of 3 phases)
6 hours
With MCC: 48:00 hrs
F. Optional Base Training (If Applicable)
The final evaluation phase to assess overall proficiency.
Hands-on training in a real aircraft environment:
- Aircraft Walkaround: 15 minutes
- Aircraft Flight: 1:00 hr (6 takeoff’s and 6 landings)
1 day
F2. Optional ZFTT (Zero Flight Time Training – if applicable)
For candidates transitioning directly into line operations without aircraft base training.
- Briefing & Debriefing: 2:00 hrs
- FFS Session: 1 x 4 hrs
6 hours
