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Training Services

Type Rating Courses

At Acron Aviation, we provide comprehensive Type Rating training programs for a variety of aircraft types, including Boeing 737NG, Airbus A320, Airbus A330, and ATR 72-500/600. With a focus on delivering tailored, flexible, and compliant training, we work closely with airlines to meet their unique operational needs, ensuring a smooth transition from training to flight operations.

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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. At Acron Aviation, 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 Acron Aviation for your Type Rating training?

With over 30 years of experience in aviation training, Acron Aviation 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.

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. All training is conducted by certificate holder 6AEX AeroElite.

What's included in our Type Rating training?

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)

Aircraft types

Our Type Rating courses cover the following aircraft models, allowing airlines to meet their specific fleet training needs:

  • Boeing 737NG
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A330
  • ATR 72-500/72-600
I would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for the outstanding experience we had during the A330 Type Rating course. The entire program was truly exceptional, from the high standards of your facility to the well-organized training schedule."

A330 Customer

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Global training locations

Our Type Rating programs are available at the following training centers, offering convenient access to cutting-edge training tools and experienced instructors:

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