43 Air School: Flight School Charter Airline Pilot Preparation Program

Whilst delivered as a type specific course (Airbus A320 / Boeing 737-800), the concepts learnt are applicable to type rating in any modern commercial jet transport. The program includes multi-crew co-operation, jet aircraft handling and type rating. The course equips the candidate for direct entry into the right hand seat of an airliner.

Phase 1 – Technical Familiarisation

The objective of this phase is to establish a sound technical knowledge of the aircraft type. This type technical foundation will provide the understanding required to effectively function as a crew member for the duration of this course. Furthermore, this technical competency is of the level that will be required when completing the type rating with the operator.

This technical knowledge competency is achieved in 3 ways:

1. Full Type Technical course (CBT/Lectures)
2. Simulator “walk through” of all technical systems
3. Technical systems exam

The simulator sessions will be supported by CBT, lecture and briefing time.

Phase 2 – Flight Management System & Auto Flight

The following elements are covered:

1. Introduction to the Airbus/Boeing Operator SOP and operational philosophy
2. EFIS flight deck operations
3. Jet aircraft handling
4. Spectrum of aircraft approaches
5. Levels of aircraft management/automation
6. Take offs and landings
7. Full FMC functionality
8. Full Auto flight functionality
9. MCC competency applying Airbus/Boeing Operator SOP’s
10. LOFT: Normal procedures

Phase 4 – Non-Normal Procedures

Phase 4 introduces Non-Normal Procedures in a systematic way.

Firstly, the major/handling abnormalities are mastered:

1. Engine Failure/Fire: various phases of flight
2. Pressurisation
3. Rejected Take Off
4. Related non-normal procedures

This is further enhanced by revisiting the MCC elements and principles of non-normal operations during the pre-course Airline Preparation Training program. The Airbus/Boeing philosophy of non normal operations is re-emphasised. To assure competency, this phase is completed with several LOFT sessions which include a spectrum of events requiring the application of MCC principles to conclude the flight safety and commercial requirements.

Phase 5 – Advanced Concepts

This phase addresses the listed operational elements of a Airbus A320 / Boeing B738 NG. These elements round off the complete operational capability of the candidate, readying the candidate for flight line integration.

Phase 6 – Operator Consolidation and Evaluation

Phase 6 is the proof of the overall holistic competency gained.

The phase consists of four Line Orientated Evaluation sessions flown with a real type rated Line Captain. This P1 position could be facilitated by 43 Air School, or by the operator sponsoring the training. The latter case will allow the operator an “insider’s view” of the candidate operational competency level achieved. This may even be an opportunity for a potential employer to assess candidate competency. Moreover, the operator may want to use this “inside view” opportunity as part of the integrated assessment and finishing training on type within the company. This phase culminates with a session of consolidation, followed by the Type Preparedness check.

The simulator session will be supported by CBT, lecture and briefing time.