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ZERO Course

Airbus Orientation Course

Prepare to confidently tackle
your A320 type rating.

The ZERO Course is designed for commercial licensed pilots (CPL) who want to build a solid foundation before starting their Airbus A320 type rating. This training, delivered by active pilots from the Airbus family, combines theory and simulator practice so you arrive at the Type Rating with the knowledge and skills needed to excel.

What You’ll Learn

During the course:

  • You’ll familiarize yourself with the A320’s normal and abnormal procedures.
  • You’ll practice flight modes, FMGS management, and the use of checklists and SOPs.
  • You’ll learn to handle real cockpit situations, from routine operations to complex failures.

    • All of this with personalized guidance, tailored to your pace and level.

    ZERO Course Structure

    The A320 ZERO Course is designed for those new to commercial aviation. In just 7 days, we cover the key maneuvers and concepts of the A320 rating, making learning easier and building confidence before your first official rating.

    • 7 Sessions (1h theory + 3h simulator)
    • 28 total hours
    • Active Airbus Instructors
    • EFB with Real Charts, Flight Plans, and Manuals
    • 2500€ without VAT
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    Practical Simulations

    FBS (Fixed Based Simulator)

    During the ZERO Course, you will complete 8 full Fixed Base simulator sessions, each lasting 3 hours and focused on a specific set of competencies.
    The program covers everything from standard procedures to abnormal and emergency situations, following Airbus philosophy and its SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).

    Objectives per Session:

    • Introduction to the cockpit

    • Normal procedures before engine start

    • Flows according to area of responsibility

    • Engine start practice, pushback, and post-start checklists

    • Taxiing and pre-takeoff procedures

    • Systems review and FMGS programming

    • Use of checklists

    • Optional if time allows: takeoff and climb procedures

    • Handling of FMGC, FCU, and autopilot modes

    • Interpretation of FMA indications

    • Procedures for takeoff, climb, descent, and stabilized approach

    • Post-landing checklist, taxiing, and parking

    • Pre-takeoff procedures and checklists

    • FMGS programming

    • Takeoff and approach briefing

    • Manual engine start

    • Taxiing procedures

    • Use of ECAM, FCOM, and QRH

    • Fundamentals of the ECAM philosophy

    • FMGS initialization

    • Takeoff and approach briefings

    • Engine failure after V1

    • Preparation and execution of descent

    • Stabilized approach

    • Emergency descent

    • SOPs and checklists

    • Execution of normal procedures and checklists

    • Advanced FMGS programming

    • Procedures for takeoff, cruise, descent, and approach

    • Landing and subsequent taxiing

    • Operational use of briefings and SOPs

    • Handling the aircraft with one engine

    • Both engines flameout

    • Double hydraulic system failure

    • Operations with high weight

    • Crew incapacitation

    • Rejected Takeoff (RTO)

    • Stuck flaps failure

    • Familiarization with special procedures:

      • Unreliable speed indications / ADR CHECK

      • Mechanical backup

    • Emergency evacuation

    • Crew incapacitation

    • Normal procedures and FMGS programming

    • Takeoff, cruise, descent, and approach

    • Engine failure during go-around

    • Landing, taxiing, and parking

    • Checklists, SOPs, and final aircraft securing

    Why Choose the ZERO Course?

    Training Delivered by Active Pilots

    High-Fidelity (Fixed Base) Simulators

    Program 100% Aligned with Airbus SOP

    Real Operational Materials

    Personalized and Flexible Approach

    Target Audience:

    Pilots with a CPL license who want to prepare confidently and in advance for their Airbus A320 type rating.

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