Type-rating B737

1. Prerequisites

License: CPL(A)/ATPL(A) with IR (Instrument Rating) and MCC (Multi-Crew Cooperation).

Flight experience: Typically a minimum of 70 hours as PIC (Pilot in Command).

Medical certificate: Valid Class 1 medical.

English proficiency: At least ICAO Level 4.

2. Ground School (Theoretical Training)

Duration: Approximately 240 hours, either in-class or online.

Main topics:

• Aircraft systems (FMS, FMC, autopilot, hydraulics, avionics, etc.)
• MEL (Minimum Equipment List)
• Performance and limitations.
• Normal, abnormal, and emergency procedures.
• Familiarization with checklists, QRH, and Boeing documentation.
• Weight & Balance, flight planning.
• Cockpit procedures.

3. Five additional CBT and FBS (Computer-Based Training + Fixed Base Simulator)

• Interactive systems training.
• Initial hands-on cockpit procedure practice using the Fixed Base Simulator (non-motion).
• Emphasis on procedural flow and CRM.
• Methodology

4. FFS – Full Flight Simulator (Simulator Sessions)

Duration: Around 40 hours (divided into 10 sessions, 9 training sessions, plus 1 checkride, usually in pairs).

Includes:

• Normal and abnormal procedures.
• Takeoffs, landings, rejected takeoffs, engine failure, low visibility operations.
• CRM training, automation management, ATC communications.
• LOFT (Line-Oriented Flight Training): realistic line-operation scenarios.

5. Skill Test (Proficiency Check)

• Final check with an approved examiner.
• Upon successful completion, the B737 Type Rating is officially endorsed on the ATPL/CPL.

6. Base Training (if required)

6 takeoff and landing circuits on a real aircraft (for pilots without prior jet experience).

Sometimes replaced by ZFTT (Zero Flight Time Training), if the pilot is experienced. Four landing on line-flight with an examiner on CM1 side.

7. Final Documentation

Registration and approval of the type rating with the relevant aviation authority (e.g., ENAC, EASA).

Additional Notes:

The type rating can be conducted on B737-300/400/500 (Classic), B737-600/700/800/900 (NG), or B737 MAX. In some cases, differences training allows for transition between variants.

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