The APS-MCC (Airline Pilot Standards – Multi-Crew Cooperation) training is a training program defined by EASA that prepares pilots for operations in a multi-crew airline environment. SimFlying's APS-MCC training aligns directly with this and translates these requirements into a practical, realistic training focusing on airline operations, cooperation, and decision-making. During the training, you will learn, among other things:
SimFlying is currently undergoing the certification process to offer APS-MCC training under EASA regulations. The first training is expected to take place this summer.
The APS-MCC training is structured so that you train intensively and focused within a compact period, without compromising on quality. The entire training, from ground school to simulator, is completed within 3 weeks on average.
Prior to the training, you will receive study material to prepare you for airline SOPs, flows, and cockpit procedures. This phase concludes with a test, for which a minimum score of 75% is required to start ground school.
The ground school consists of 3 days of classroom instruction in which you are introduced to SimFlying's working methods and the standards we adhere to. You review and deepen the theory and procedures, ensuring that everyone starts the simulator training at the same level.
The training consists of 10 intensive simulator sessions of approximately 4 hours per session, including extensive briefings and debriefings. You work in a fixed pair and gradually build up the complexity. The final session concludes with a final assessment.
To participate in the APS-MCC training, you must have:
For questions about the admission requirements, please feel free to contact us.
1. Intake interview
During this no-obligation and free intake interview, we get to know each other, and there is ample opportunity to ask any necessary questions.
2. Confirm registration & deposit
If you wish to register definitively after this, we will send you the training agreement and request a deposit of 15% of the total amount. Once we have received this payment and the agreement from you, your place in the relevant course will be definitively reserved. You will then also receive the study materials in advance.
3. Full payment
Payment of the remaining amount (85%) must be transferred at least 3 weeks prior to the first day of the basic school.
4. Introduction Day & Start of Self-Study
Two weeks prior to the ground school, we hold an online introductory afternoon to explain the course. We will outline what we expect from you and what you can expect from us.
After this, you will begin self-study to start the intensive course as well prepared as possible. The expected time investment for self-study is approximately 60 hours.
5. Start course
You will start the course together with your classmates and will be finished within three weeks on average.
A class starts every month. For the specific dates, see the registration form for the intake interview.
Upon successful completion, you will receive an APS-MCC certificate in accordance with EASA AMC2 FCL.735.A. This certificate is required by an increasing number of airlines, as it demonstrates that you have been trained according to airline standards and possess the necessary multi-crew competencies.
Train with MCC instructors who are active with various airlines and have extensive operational experience. They know exactly what is expected of you during selection and in the cockpit.
You train on a modern Airbus A320 simulator, tailored to the current and future short-haul airline fleet. This ensures maximum alignment with real-world practice.
Short lines of communication and direct interaction create a pleasant learning environment where you can switch gears quickly and develop in a targeted manner.
We look beyond just the APS-MCC. With our aftercare program and additional training, we guide you towards airline selection and your first steps in the industry.
Our instructors are familiar with flight school selection and assessment programs. We work with both pilots and first officers, as well as TRI/SFI and MCC instructors.
The APS-MCC training takes place on our Airbus A320 simulator: the future short-haul fleet of many airlines, for optimal alignment with industry development.
At SimFlying Aviation Training, we focus on training and preparing pilots according to the standards and expectations of the airline industry.
We offer two APS-MCC packages tailored to your situation and ambitions regarding the airlines. We maintain transparent pricing so that you know exactly where you stand and what you are getting. Both packages are exempt from VAT, in accordance with our CRKBO registration.
This aftercare program is part of the SimFlying premium package and is aimed at your further development towards the airlines.
Upon completion of the APS-MCC, you become part of the SimFlying Alumni network. This allows you to stay involved, keep your knowledge and skills up to date, and further prepare for a career with airlines.
It is important to keep your flying skills up to date. That is why we organize a recurrent sim session every quarter, where you train together with other alumni in a multi-crew environment on our simulators.
Together with our partner V1 training You receive targeted support with your airline selections. You are prepared for all parts of the selection process, such as the psychological interview, the role-playing exercise / group assignment, and the aptitude tests.
You will receive two 2,5-hour assessment training sessions, available on both the Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 simulators. These sessions focus on realistically practicing airline assessments and fine-tuning your performance under evaluation conditions.
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In a traditional MCC course, the focus is primarily on Multi-Crew Cooperation (MCC). Aspects such as airline procedures and jet handling are typically covered only to a limited extent.
The APS-MCC training takes this a step further. In addition to collaboration and communication, the emphasis is on realistic airline operations, the application of SOPs, and training jet aircraft handling within scenario-based (LOFT) training. Furthermore, the APS-MCC training includes significantly more simulator hours, giving you more time to build experience in a realistic environment.
All course materials are in English. The training is conducted in English by default, unless the group is entirely Dutch-speaking.
SimFlying offers a discount of €500 pp when you register together with another participant for the same start date.
A class has a maximum of four participants. We do this to be able to offer as much personal guidance as possible.
