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Airbus A320 Type Rating

This course is designed for pilots who wish to fly the Airbus A320 family aircraft, the leader in the narrow-body market.

Limited-Time Offer

Base training not included

€ 15 500

€ 10 300

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Why Choose A320 Type Rating?

Type Rating certification is essential for a pilot if they want a career as an airline pilot. Investing in the A320 Type Rating proves advantageous for the following reasons.

Leader in the Market

As of May 2026 Airbus report, the A320 family has now surpassed 20,000 cumulative orders, doubleing down further on the A320 family's position as the world's best-selling commercial aircraft family.

Fly-By-Wire Aircraft

The A320 Family’s cockpit shares commonalities with the other Airbus aircraft. A single Type Rating enables pilots to fly A319, A320, and A321. They can also easily step up to Airbus’ widebody fly-by-wire aircraft with Cross Crew Qualification, opening opportunities for versatility in their flying assignments and giving airlines greater flexibility in deploying the flight crews.

WHY BAA TRAINING?

Each student is assigned a personal manager assigned who facilitates their entire studying process.

Fully standardized, highly competent instructors with years of experience in the field, currently employed as airline Captains.

We are flexible in terms of where you will study. Choose from one of our training centers in Europe that best meets your preferences.

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ONLY 3 STEPS to get you ready for airline interviews

  • Step 1 Type Rating theory 3 weeks with laptop and book icons
  • Step 2: 3 weeks of full flight simulator training
  • Step 3 base training 1 day infographic with aircraft icon for Airbus A320 type rating
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AIRBUS A320 TYPE RATING program structure

The course includes Airbus A320 Type Rating (theory and full flight simulator training) and Base Training.

TOTAL DURATION

171

hours

35

days

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ENTRY requirements

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Flight Time

70 hours as a pilot-in-command (PIC) of an airplane


License

valid CPL (ATPL theory) or ATPL


Ratings

valid multi-engine (ME) and instrument rating (IR)


Physical Health

valid Class 1 Medical Certificate


Qualification Course

MCC and Advanced UPRT (only for EASA and only for the first type) certificate of completion*

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LITHUANIA, Vilnius

  • 5 min drive from the Vilnius International Airport

  • 5 FFSs for your service: three A320, B737 NG, and B737 CL

  • Spacious classrooms, briefing/debriefing rooms

  • A dining room and a leisure zone with snack and coffee vending machines

  • Accommodation is offered at 4* LOOP Hotel and ATLAS Co-Living next to the training center

  • Airport pickup is available

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  • Flight simulator facility with multiple flight training devices in a large industrial hangar

SPAIN, Barcelona

  • 15 min drive from the Barcelona-El Prat Airport

  • 7-bay simulator center already equipped with 3 brand-new FFSs (A320ceo, A320ceo/neo, and B737 MAX) and a brand-new A320 FTD Level 2

  • Spacious classrooms, briefing/debriefing rooms

  • A dining room and a leisure zone with snack and coffee vending machines

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FRANCE, Paris

  • Modern 3,400 m² training center in Paris

  • 15 min drive from Paris-Orly Airport

  • 5 FFSs (B747-400, 2xB737 NG, and 2xA320neo), B737 NG FTD, A320neo FTD and more training devices.

  • Spacious classrooms, briefing/debriefing rooms

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VIETNAM, Ho Chi Minh City

  • Modern 3,000 m² training center in Ho Chi Minh City

  • 45 min drive from Tan Son Nhat International Airport

  • 3 FFSs for your service: A320 NEO, A320 CEO, B737 NG

  • Spacious classrooms and briefing/debriefing rooms

  • Accommodation offered at villas located next to the training center

TESTIMONIALS

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    Gabriel Salle Phelippes de la Marniere Pareta

    A320 Type Rating | First Officer at Iberia

    Excellent flexibility.

    I completed my A320 Type Rating at BAA Training Spain in Barcelona for Iberia. Firstly, the Barcelona team provided excellent flexibility, accommodating my busy schedule during the transition from my previous employer. I was guided by highly professional instructors who made the course run smoothly and efficiently. The facilities were top-notch, featuring comfortable briefing rooms and high-quality simulators. Thank you!

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    Joan Majo Nieto

    A320 Type Rating | Airline Pilot at Level Airlines

    Instructors are top-tier professionals.

    Training for my A320 Type Rating at BAA Training Spain in Barcelona was a great experience. The instructors were top-tier professionals who made the entire process seamless and effective. I also really appreciated the flexibility the Barcelona team provided, allowing me to balance my training with other commitments. The facilities were modern and well-maintained, making for an excellent learning environment.

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    Hassan Hacid

    A320 Type Rating | First Officer at Avion Express

    The training is remarkable.

    I had the opportunity to do a Type Rating on the Airbus A320 at BAA Training after having successfully passed the Avion Express selection. BAA Training was the logical choice and, in hindsight, certainly the best. The quality of the training was remarkable, a complex programme optimally organised. Qualified instructors with a wide and varied range of experience, high-level and responsive management. The school has a beautiful and functional building, and the simulators are great. The tools provided are largely as expected, which greatly enhances the learning experience. The experience with BAA Training has definitely been a very good one. Theoretical training takes place online and in person with almost daily supervision, and the instructors really help us. The simulator sessions are also well organised, with periods of rest in order to acquire the learning material. The instructors are of a very high quality and in addition to the learning we have a lot of fun. The Airbus A320 Type Rating at BAA Training has been an enriching experience for me on both a professional and a personal level. The quality of the training enabled me to obtain an A320 First Officer position.

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    Pluchon Guillaume

    A320 Type Rating | First Officer at Avion Express

    BAA Training is the best A320 Type Rating provider.

    I did my A320 Type Rating with SmartLynx at the BAA Training center in Barcelona. I signed my contract with the airline to be a First Officer, only a few weeks after the end of the training. Before entering BAA Training, I asked for information, ‘cause for me, BAA Training was the best A320 Type Rating provider for cadet pilots with many opportunities at the end of the training. All the people from BAA Training I met in Barcelona were kind and always here to help. For me, the Type Rating was awesome. Of course, that meant a lot of personal work, but in matters of subjects, time of learning, and behavior, it was just perfect for me!

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    Florian Devauchelle

    A320 Type Rating | First Officer at Avion Express

    Everybody is involved in the students' success.

    In December, Avion Express contacted me to have an assessment with them, and I successfully completed it in March. I chose BAA Training as my training provider because the Avion Express Cadet Program is in collaboration with the academy for the Type Rating (Airbus A320). There is a very high quality of training. All the instructors have important experience with thousands of flight hours on Airbus. They really push us to give the best, and they explain every exercise in a positive way. The full flight simulators are impressive by how realistic they are, so that we can be really immersed inside the A320 cockpit. I would like to highlight the professionalism of the BAA Training team, which is always mindful of our well-being. Also, Vilnius’ environment is really nice because of this city's and country's atmosphere, where we can feel that we are welcome here. This Type Rating program meets my expectations because we are going through everything, and everybody is involved in the students' success.

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    Javier Gayoso Jiménez

    A320 Type Rating Alumnus

    Curriculum covered all necessary aspects.

    For my Type Rating, I chose BAA Training because of their reputation for quality training and their partnership with Avion Express, where I’m currently completing the selection process. The training quality was exceptional – instructors demonstrated a high level of professionalism, providing thorough and engaging instructions throughout the program. The training environment was conducive to learning, with state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, including full flight simulators, which greatly enhanced my overall learning experience. The Type Rating program exceeded my expectations in terms of depth and comprehensiveness. The curriculum covered all necessary aspects, ensuring I was well-prepared for my role as First Officer. Overall, my experience with BAA Training was excellent, and I highly recommend them to aspiring pilots.

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