EASA ATPL (A)

EASA Airline Transportation Pilot License theory

EASA ATPL (A) theory course is meant for future airline pilots. Passing the EASA ATPL (A) exams successfully is one of the most important steps in becoming a professional pilot.

EASA Airline Transportation Pilot License is the highest level of aircraft pilot certification. ATPL-certified pilots are authorized to act as pilot-in-command (Captain) or co-pilot (First Officer) in airplanes engaged in commercial air transportation. EASA ATPL(A) theory course is meant for future airline pilots. Passing the EASA ATPL(A) exams successfully is one of the most important steps in becoming a professional pilot.

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ATPL (A) Theory Features

  • Partially distant training course, lessons divided into two 10-day blocks.
  • Different options: 650 hours, 450 hours, 300 hours or 250 hours.
  • Possibility of individual training.
  • Access to EASA question bank and CBTs.
  • Provided by professional lecturers.

Course Entry Requirements

  • To be at least 17 years old
  • To be a PPL(A) holder
  • To be proficient in the English language
  • To have sufficient level of knowledge of Mathematics and Physics

Training Overview

Ground Training

ATPL (A) Theory is conducted as a partially distant training course. The ground lessons provided by professional lecturers are divided into two 10-day blocks. The blocks are approximately 2-3 months apart, giving you the possibility to self – study in between and not stay in Kuwait full time. Each block covers 7 subjects. The applicant has to go through ground training covering:

  • Air law and ATC procedures
  • Airframes & systems, electrics, power plant, emergency equipment
  • Instrumentation
  • Mass and balance
  • Performance
  • Flight planning & monitoring
  • Human performance & limitations
  • Meteorology
  • General navigation
  • Radio navigation
  • Operational procedures
  • Principles of flight
  • Communications

Theoretical Exams

For the ATPL (A) theory, there are 14 exams you have to pass to prove a sufficient level of knowledge appropriate to the privileges of the holder of an ATPL (A) in accordance with the EASA Part FCL requirements.

  • All 14 exams have to be completed within 18 months from your 1st exam block.
  • You have a total of 6 exam blocks available and no more than 4 attempts for each subject within these 6 exam blocks
  • The theoretical examinations are conducted at Civil Aviation Authority of Kuwait.

Course Fees Cover the Following:

  • Flight instructor time for ground school.
  • Access to the Learning Management System and EASA question bank.
  • All training manuals.