Boeing B737

Boeing B737 Type Rating Course + Base Training

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In partnership with our ATO, Fly EPT Spain can arrange Boeing B737-3/900 initial type rating courses with base training or Zero Flight Time Training (ZFTT), as required, as well as Licence Proficiency Checks (LPC) for renewals and revalidations, ATPL skill test and recurrent training for flight crew. 

The Boeing B737 includes aircraft variants B737-3-900 Classic, NG and MAX

EASA Boeing B737 Type Rating Course

The Boeing B737 Type Rating course and/or differences training is delivered in accordance with EASA Part-FCL regulations and is approved under the Spanish AESA and the Irish Aviation Authority (IAA).

EASA-FCL Boeing B737-3/900NG Type Rating program is an intensive five (5) week classroom and simulator course consisting of a 10-day ground school syllabus, followed by a 36-hour simulator training program and includes all technical and operational training elements including aircraft performance, and weight and balance. 

During the training, and with the support of our experienced 'on-type' trainers, we impart systems knowledge by means of Computer Based Training (CBT) and the MFTD (Maintenance and Flight Training Device) and you will gain practical experience in the Full Flight Simulator (FFS). 

After successfully completing the exams, Licence Skill Test (LST) and the base training, the licence registration can then be carried out by your own licencing competent authority. 

All instructors used on our EASA-approved Boeing B737 Type Rating course are highly experienced airline pilot instructors.

The B737 Type Rating course is aimed at pilots who wish to become type rated on the Boeing B737, and can include a short differences course to include the -300 to -900 series Classic, NG and MAX variants.

With the Boeing B737 Type Rating, experienced pilots, as well as low time pilots embarking upon their first type rating course, will earn a qualification to fly one of the most successful Boeing models, the B737 

The Boeing B737 Type Rating Course is designed for students who meet the following minimum criteria:  

Pre-requisites for Boeing B737 Type Rating Course

  • Valid ATPL(A) or CPL(A) with passes in all ATPL theoretical knowledge examinations in accordance with Annex 1 Part FCL;
  • Hold or have held a multi-engine Instrumental Rating (IR)(A);
  • Valid EASA Medical Class One (1) certificate;
  • English Language Proficiency (ELP) minimum ICAO level 4;
  • Minimum 70 hours of flight experience as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) on aeroplanes;
  • Hold a certificate of satisfactory completion of MCC course in aeroplanes (if applying for the issue of the first type rating for multi-pilot aeroplane type); OR
    • hold a certificate of satisfactory completion of MCC in helicopters and have more than 100 hours of flight experience as a pilot on multi-pilot helicopters; or 
    • have at least 500 hours as a pilot on multi-pilot helicopters; or
    • have at least 500 hours as a pilot in multi-pilot operations on single- pilot multi-engine aeroplanes, in commercial air transport in accordance with the applicable air operations requirements.

Note:  For additional Type Ratings the IR(A) may NOT have been expired for longer than 7 years 

B737 Type Rating Course Content

  • 10 days Ground school (CBT); instructor led from the first day on
  • MFTD training (B737 Flight Training Device) - 12 hours
  • Performance course
  • Mass & Balance
  • FMGC Training
  • Theory Examination
  • Nine (9) B737 Full Flight Simulator (FFS) Training; 36-hours
  • Each FFS session is 4 hours + briefing and debriefing
  • Training includes PBN operations
  • One (1) FFS session for Licensing Skill Test with EASA Examiner
  • ZFTT (Zero Flight Time Training) or B737 Base Training (scheduled separately)

The ground training phase of the course gives trainee pilots the necessary theoretical knowledge and confidence required to progress to the simulator training phase and is delivered via classroom based lessons, supported with computer based training (CBT).   

The type rating ground course employs blended delivery techniques to ensure that periods of CBT are broken up at regular intervals by instructor input, preventing sustained periods of learning without instructor guidance. 

An experienced theoretical knowledge instructor is always available to answer pilot trainee questions and provide support. Course performance is monitored by examinations to ensure training goals are achieved and during subsequent training phases the pilot trainee will receive the required on-going support to achieve the desired success during this demanding training course.

The simulator phase is delivered in state-of-the-art level 'D' Full 'motion' Flight Simulators (FFS). 

Depending on your requirements the course can provide the option to include zero flight time training (ZFTT) or base training, as required. 

Duration

The duration of your type rating course is approximately 5 weeks including off days. 

Boeing B737 Course Benefits

  • Highly qualified and professional training staff
  • Boeing B737 series type rating includes all the variants -3/-4/-5/-6/-7/-8-/-900 
  • Courses tailored to meet the needs of the customers
  • B737 type rating course delivered in accordance with internationally recognised airline training standards

EASA Boeing B737 Type Rating Course Price

Price on application

Boeing B737 Base Training

A number of contracts are in place with the airlines to provide base training on the Boeing B737 aircraft. 

After completion of the ground course and FSTD simulator training sessions, and after successfully passing the Licence Skill Test (LST), a pilot is required to complete base training in order to complete the type rating course.

Base Training involves flying the aircraft itself and completing with an unrestricted Type Rating Instructor (TRI): 

- at least four (4) landings, in the case where the student pilot has more than 500 hours of Multi-Pilot Aircraft experience in aeroplanes of similar size and performance (of an ATR); 

OR, in all other cases:

- at least six (6) landings; 

Including: -

  - at least one (1) full-stop landing; and 

  - one (1) go-around with all engines operating

B737 Classic to NG or to MAX Differences Course

- 3 days

- 12 hours Ground school

- 8 hours Full Flight Simulator (FFS) training

Pre-Requisites for B737 Differences training course

  • Current B737 type rating
  • Hold a valid EASA Class One (1) Medical certificate;
  • English Language Proficiency (ELP) minimum ICAO level 4

Accommodation

Support is provided with the accommodation and transportation during the course

Visa - Foreign Students

Visa support is provided to foreign students

Line Training

The ATO works with B737 airline operators and line training can be arranged for newly type rated pilots.

B737 airline operators

A list of B737 airline operators can be viewed here