Integrated training | Airbus Pilot Cadet Training Programme

Airbus Flight Academy Europe delivers the Airbus Pilot Cadet Training Programme in Angoulême-France as part of the Airbus Training network.

Developed in cooperation with ENAC, the Airbus programme provides an integrated Airline Transport Pilot (ATPi) in harmonious curriculum from day one to the end of the course. In particular, it fully incorporates Competency-Based Training & Assessment (CBTA) to produce “operationally-ready” pilots.

Training Programme

Ground school/Theoretical training (13 EASA ground examinations):

800h+ theoretical ATPL classroom training with expert theoretical knowledge instructors
Access to an e-ATPL for theoretical studies
Based on Knowledge, Skills & Attitude principles
Competency-based Training & Assessment programme

Flight training :

228 hours of practical training
Single Engine training fully performed on Cirrus SR20 (G1000) and Elixir (Dual G3X)
Multi Engine training fully performed on Diamond DA-42 VI
Simulator: FNPT II ALSIM AL42

Course location

The Core phase (including Pilot confirmation), the ATPL theory classroom training, the ATPL theory classroom training & the CPL/IR/ME (ground & flight training) – performed at Airbus Flight Academy Europe in Angoulême, South West of France ;
The JOC/MCC programmes – performed in an EASA approved Airbus Training Centre.

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Requirements

Min 18 years of age
High School diploma (including Mathematics)
English equivalent to ICAO:
- 1. Level 3 – minimum ICAO
- 2. Level 4 pre type rating
Medical Class 1 (only required after completion of on-site Assessment)

Screening process

Required equipment: Computer/laptop with internet access, keyboard and mouse, audio headphones
Location: Anywhere (not on-site)
Fee: 40 dollars (to be paid online with a VISA card)

Candidates who pass the Online Assessment will then be invited to an on-site Assessment which includes:

Aptitude test :
- Eye/hand/foot coordination / eye-hand coordination /Short term memory/Mental arithmetic (Maths) /Orientation /Multi-tasking /Mental agility/English assessment, verbal reasoning, Physics technical test

Personality test :
- Group exercises and individual interview: Successful candidates will then undergo group exercises and an interview to ascertain their motivation and further assess English level

Simulator assessment :
- Demonstrate ability to progress in a new environment
- Workload management
- Situation awareness
- Visual scan & coordination
- Mathematics (mental arithmetic)

Equipment: Provided
Location: Angoulême – France
Fee: 300 € to be paid via bank transfer one week before the on-site assessment

Applicant who pass the onsite screening are invited to join the Airbus Flight Academy Europe as Cadet. The course starts with the core course preceding the Pilot Confirmation Assessment.

After about 60 hours of technical knowledge classroom training and 18 training flight hours performed in our flight school in Angoulême on Elixir, the last flight hour is an in-flight evaluation.

At the end of this phase Cadet has a prognostic for his/her potential success.

Equipment: Provided
Location: Angoulême – France

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Why choose Airbus Flight Academy Europe?

We deliver the initial phase of the EASA approved Airbus Pilot Cadet Training programme.
Our modern aircraft fleet comprises both single (Cirrus SR20 and Elixir) and multi-engine aircraft (Diamond DA42 VI) with the latest full glass cockpit technology.
Our instructors are training experts, selected among the best and standardized to Airbus training methods.
The Angoulême flight school benefits from a large airspace whilst having the benefit of being located near to other airports to enhance your training experience diversity.
Angoulême is a charming city, close to Bordeaux, La Rochelle, Atlantic Ocean and 1h50 minutes to Paris by high speed train. Cost of living is moderate and you will enjoy the Charente and Aquitaine Region.