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PROGRAM 02 · 3 TO 7 DAYS · RETURN TO PROFICIENCY

Type Refresher
Program.

Tailored for type-rated pilots returning to active flight status or seeking recurrent proficiency check preparation. Rebuild cockpit procedural recall, aircraft systems mastery, and abnormal handling on Level D simulators.

Type Refresher Simulator Session
01 · Target Audience

Who This Training Is For.

Your training depends on where you are in your flying journey. The refresher pathway is built for pilots returning, renewing, or rebuilding proficiency.

Scenario · 01

Returning After Time Away

For type-rated pilots returning to flying duties after a period away from the aircraft, needing to rebuild knowledge, procedures and simulator proficiency.

Scenario · 02

Recurrent Training Due

For pilots due for recurrent training or checking on their current aircraft type, seeking structured refresher sessions ahead of the applicable proficiency check.

Scenario · 03

Currency / Re-qualification

For pilots whose currency or check status requires additional refresher or re-qualification training to restore privileges on their rated aircraft type.

02 · Eligibility Matrix

Requirement Matrix.

DGCA-aligned entry requirements for the Type Refresher programme. Each requirement must be reviewed before training begins.

01
Existing Type Qualification
Applicant should hold, or have previously held, the applicable aircraft type rating/qualification and be seeking recurrent, refresher, return-to-proficiency or re-qualification training on that type.
02
Licence & Rating Status
DGCA licence, aircraft rating/type endorsement and current privileges must be reviewed before training; route depends on whether the pilot is current, out of recency or requires re-qualification.
03
Break in Flying / Recency
Required refresher training and checking is determined from the period away from the relevant operation/type and applicable DGCA/operator training programme.
04
Proficiency Check
For commercial aeroplane operations above 5,700 kg, the operator must ensure the applicable PPC is completed as required (PPC is generally valid for six months under DGCA rules).
05
Medical Fitness
Pilot must meet applicable medical requirements before exercising licence privileges and for training/checking activity requiring a current medical.
06
Approved Training & Checking
Training and checking through the applicable approved operator/ATO programme using appropriately qualified instructors and examiners.
03 · Course Duration

How Long
Does It Take?

3–7
Days Total Duration**Depending on recency, training need and approved program

A tailored, focused refresher window.

From ground refresher to the final proficiency check, every stage is designed to rebuild the knowledge, procedures and proficiency required to return to line operations safely.

1–2 DaysGround Refresher
2–4 SlotsLevel D Simulator
01 FFSProficiency Check
04 · Training Structure & Content

Training Structure & Content.

Three sequential stages — from ground refresher to simulator proficiency to regulatory check.

Ground Refresher
Stage · 01

Ground Refresher

Aircraft systems, technical knowledge, performance and procedures — delivered through structured classroom and digital learning to rebuild foundational knowledge.

1–2 Days · Theoretical
Full-Flight Simulator
Stage · 02

Full-Flight Simulator

Targeted FFS sessions focused on identified proficiency gaps — normal operations, non-normal procedures, emergency scenarios and operational routines.

2–4 Sessions · 4hrs + briefing
Proficiency Check
Stage · 03

Proficiency Check

The applicable proficiency check or other required checking route, conducted in the FFS pathway by an appropriately qualified examiner.

01 Session · Regulatory Check
COURSE CONTENT · FOUR CAPABILITY BLOCKS

What You Actually Learn.

C · 01

Systems Refresher

Rebuild familiarity with key aircraft systems and operating logic.

C · 02

Emergency & Abnormal

Review abnormal situations, emergency procedures and checklist discipline.

C · 03

Normal Operations

Refresh standard procedures, flows and operational routines.

C · 04

Proficiency Check

Assess practical proficiency through the applicable DGCA/operator checking pathway.

05 · TRAINING JOURNEY

The Training Journey.

01

Review Requirement

Review pilot's absence period, type status, recent experience and checking needs.

02

Refresh Knowledge

Refresh aircraft systems, performance limitations, and operational SOPs.

03

Rebuild Procedures

Rebuild normal flows, quick reference handbook usage, and checklist discipline.

04

Simulator Training

Complete targeted FFS sessions focusing on identified handling & scenario gaps.

05

Proficiency Check

Complete the regulatory proficiency check (PPC) under approved examiners.

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