🧭 What Is Type Rating?
A Type Rating is an advanced endorsement that qualifies a pilot to fly a specific aircraft type — such as the Airbus A320 or Boeing 737.
It includes ground instruction, full-motion simulator sessions, and line-training familiarization under airline-level standards.
This training transforms a CPL holder into a First Officer ready for airline operations.
🧠 Why Type Rating Matters
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Reason
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Explanation |
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Airline Requirement
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Mandatory to operate commercial transport aircraft. |
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Employment Eligibility
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Airlines hire only type-rated pilots. |
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Operational Familiarity
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Builds real cockpit proficiency and airline procedures. |
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Safety & Crew Coordination
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Emphasizes CRM, SOPs, and flight management systems. |
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Career Acceleration
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Increases chances of direct airline placement. |
🧩 Rian Air’s Type Rating Guidance Program
Rian Air connects its CPL graduates with trusted, DGCA-approved and internationally recognized training partners that provide airline-standard Type Rating programs on the world’s most common aircraft.
✈️ Supported Aircraft Types
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Airbus A320 Family
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Boeing 737 NG/MAX
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ATR 72-600
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Embraer E-Jets
💡 What Makes Rian Air Different
✔ Structured pre-type orientation classes (systems, SOPs, CRM)
✔ Partner tie-ups with approved ATOs in India and abroad
✔ Visa & documentation support
✔ Airline interview mentoring post-training
✔ Transparent, verified partner network (no agents)
🛩️ Airline-Standard Preparation (Pre-Type Phase)
Before starting simulator training, Rian Air provides Airline Readiness Modules, which include:
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Jet aircraft systems & flight management overview
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Multi-crew coordination (MCC) concepts
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CRM & Line-Oriented Flight Training (LOFT) scenarios
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Emergency and abnormal checklist training
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Airline documentation & procedures familiarization
“We prepare our cadets for the environment they’re about to enter — not just the exam.”
— Capt. Vikas Nair
👩✈️ Scholarship & Inclusivity Initiatives
Rian Air continues its mission of accessibility through:
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Zero* Fee Ground Training for Aspiring Women Pilots (Limited Time Offer)
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Gender-Neutral Merit Scholarships (T&C apply)
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Guidance for financial planning during Type Rating phase
📚 Typical Type Rating Course Structure
| Phase | Description | Duration |
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| Ground School | Aircraft systems, performance, limitations | 2–3 weeks |
| Simulator Training | Full-motion (Level D) simulator sessions | 2–3 weeks |
| Base Training / Line Flying | Actual aircraft handling with instructor | 4–6 flights |
| Check Ride | Final skill test with examiner | 1 day |
Average completion time: 6–8 weeks
💼 Airline Partnerships & Guidance
Through its network of aviation professionals, Rian Air provides students with insight into:
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Current airline hiring trends
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Minimum hour & ATPL exam readiness
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Airline selection interview preparation
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Direct introductions to partner training organizations
This mentorship bridges the final gap between training completion and employment.
💰 Type Rating Fees — Indicative Overview
| Aircraft Type | Average Cost (₹ Lakhs) | Location |
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| Airbus A320 | 10 – 15 | India / Europe / Middle East |
| Boeing 737 NG/MAX | 10 – 15 | India / Abroad |
| ATR 72-600 | 17 – 25 | India / Abroad |
| Embraer E-Jets | 20 – 25 | Abroad |
Costs vary with simulator center, location, and inclusions (accommodation, visa, base training, insurance).
🧭 The Rian Air Pathway: CPL → Type Rating → Airline
1️⃣ Complete DGCA Ground Training (Delhi or Kerala)
2️⃣ Finish CPL-IR/ME with Safe Flight Academy Tunisia
3️⃣ Begin Airline-Standard Type Rating Program
4️⃣ Receive Rian Air career mentorship for airline placement
❓ FAQs — Type Rating India
Q: When should I do Type Rating — before or after airline selection?
Most Indian airlines prefer pre-type-rated candidates. Rian Air advises starting soon after CPL conversion.
Q: Does Rian Air conduct Type Rating in-house?
No — Rian Air partners with approved ATOs and ensures training meets airline standards.
Q: How long is a Type Rating valid?
12 months; recurrent simulator checks are required to maintain currency.
Q: Can women pilots get financial support?
Yes — eligible for Rian Air’s Zero* Fee Ground Training and merit-based scholarships (T&C apply).
Q: Will I get airline job assistance after Type Rating?
Yes — through Rian Air’s career guidance cell and alumni network.
📞 Begin Your Type Rating Journey
New Delhi – Dwarka Sector 7
Kerala – Thrissur Training Center
Rian Air – The Sky Is Ours®
DGCA Ground Training | International CPL Pathways | Airline Type Rating Guidance
