Type Rating Courses in the UK, US and Asia

Type Rating course overview

The Type Rating Course is designed to provide a qualified pilot with the necessary skills and certification to operate a specific aircraft type. We offer flexible, high-quality training that minimizes additional training requirements once pilots transition to airline operations. Each program is tailored to align with airline-specific standards and procedures, ensuring a smooth onboarding process for pilots.

Our Type Rating programs are available at multiple training locations worldwide, including London, Bangkok and the United States. Pilots benefit from our world-class training facilities, highly experienced instructors, and cutting-edge technology, all designed to enhance the training experience.

Why choose L3Harris for your Type Rating training?

With over 30 years of experience in aviation training, L3Harris is a trusted partner to airlines globally. Our Type Rating programs are delivered using state-of-the-art flight simulators and expert instructors to prepare pilots for specific aircraft operations. Here’s why airlines and pilots choose us.

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Type Rating course content

Ground training

The ground phase delivers the theoretical foundation necessary for pilots to progress to practical simulator sessions. This is delivered through a combination of classroom-based instruction and computer-based training.

Access to Technical Instructors available throughout the course
Theoretical knowledge reinforced with interactive training to ensure a strong grasp of core concepts

Simulator training

The simulator phase takes place on RealitySeven full flight simulators, replicating real-world flight conditions to help pilots refine their technical and operational skills. The high-fidelity simulators simulate various flight scenarios, preparing pilots for real-life operations.

Prerequisites for Type Rating training

To enroll in our Type Rating program, trainee pilots must meet the following prerequisites:

At least 70 hours of flight experience as PIC on airplanes
A valid multi-engine IR(A) or ATPL(A) theory qualification
MCC course completion unless the Type Rating is combined with MCC training
Pilots with helicopter experience or single-pilot operations are also eligible if they meet specific requirements (contact us for more details)
USA-specific: Commercial Pilot License or Airline Transport Pilot with Multi-Engine certification

What's included?

Standard inclusions: UPRT (Upset Prevention and Recovery Training), PBN (Performance-Based Navigation) and Instrument Rating
Optional inclusions: Airline Operator Proficiency Checks (OPC), Low Visibility Operations (LVO), Extended Twin Operations (ETOPS), Zero Flight Time Training (ZFTT) or Base Training (Take-off and Landing)

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