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Boeing 737 FAA License Conversion

FAA-aligned B737 license validation for already type-rated pilots seeking international operational eligibility.

Boeing 737 FAA License Conversion — Program Overview

Duration

28-33 Days

Training Hours

95-105 Hours

Table of Contents

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Program Overview

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What This Program Prepares You For

3

Key FAA License Conversion Features

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Course Structure

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Entry Requirements

This FAA-aligned Boeing 737 license conversion program is designed for pilots who already hold a valid B737 Type Rating under DGCA, EASA, or another ICAO authority and require FAA recognition to operate internationally.

Instead of retraining from the beginning, the program focuses on:

  • Regulatory alignment with FAA operational and licensing standards
  • Validation of existing B737 knowledge and skills
  • FAA check ride preparation through structured evaluation and review

Pilots progress through the conversion process with:

  • Targeted ground knowledge review focused on FAA procedures
  • Full-motion B737 simulator evaluations under FAA-aligned profiles
  • Examiner-style assessments that mirror real FAA check ride expectations

All training is delivered in a professional airline-style environment, with emphasis on:

  • FAA procedures and SOP differences
  • CRM and multi-crew coordination standards
  • Real-world operational decision-making scenarios

Includes differences training/validation for B737 NG and B737 MAX fleets, ensuring your FAA license is future-proofed for modern airline operations.

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FAA validation, procedural alignment, and global operational eligibility

What This Program Prepares You For

FAA Operational Validation

Validate your existing Boeing 737 Type Rating under FAA standards without repeating full initial training.

FAA SOP & Procedural Alignment

Align your cockpit procedures, callouts, and CRM practices with FAA airline operating standards.

FAA-Style Simulator Evaluation

Demonstrate your skills through full-motion simulator scenarios modeled on FAA examiner expectations.

International Operational Eligibility

Gain FAA recognition to support flying opportunities with international airlines and global operators.

Everything you need to meet FAA standards

Key FAA License Conversion Features

Our Boeing 737 FAA License Conversion program is built specifically for already type-rated pilots and focuses on regulatory alignment, operational validation, and check ride readiness under FAA requirements.

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FAA-Aligned Curriculum

Structured ground review aligned with FAA regulations, procedures, and operational standards to ensure your existing B737 qualification meets FAA compliance.

Full-Motion B737 Simulator

Evaluate and validate your skills in a certified, full-motion Boeing 737 simulator designed to replicate real FAA check ride profiles and airline-level operations.

Systems Integration Training (FAA Focus)

Targeted SIT sessions emphasize FAA-specific systems knowledge, automation management, abnormal procedures, and operational decision-making.

Briefing & Debriefing With Airline Captains

Every simulator session includes professional briefings and debriefings led by experienced airline captains, focusing on FAA expectations, performance standards, and improvement areas.

Total Program Duration:

28–33 days

Total Training Hours:

95–105 total hours

Boeing 737 FAA License Conversion Structure

This FAA-aligned conversion program is structured to validate your existing Boeing 737 Type Rating, align your operational knowledge with FAA standards, and prepare you for a successful FAA check ride — without unnecessary retraining.

01

Ground Knowledge Review

Duration: Approx. 60–70 hours
Format: Classroom + Computer-Based Training (CBT)

The program begins with a focused FAA-oriented theory review designed to identify and bridge regulatory and procedural differences.

This phase covers:

  • FAA operational philosophy and regulatory expectations
  • Boeing 737 systems review with FAA emphasis
  • SOP and callout differences between ICAO authorities and FAA
  • Aircraft limitations, performance, and protections
  • Crew Resource Management (CRM)
  • Crew Resource Management (CRM) under FAA airline standards

Outcome: You gain full clarity on FAA-specific procedures and expectations before entering simulator evaluation.

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Full-Motion Simulator Evaluation

Pilots complete structured sessions in a full-motion Boeing 737 simulator, evaluated against FAA-style profiles and examiner criteria.

Simulator training includes:

  • Normal flight operations and standard profiles
  • Abnormal and emergency procedures
  • Automation management and mode awareness
  • Decision-making, workload management, and CRM
  • Line-oriented scenarios reflecting FAA airline operations

Outcome: Your technical handling, procedural discipline, and decision-making are validated under FAA operational standards.

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Check Ride Preparation

This phase prepares you specifically for the FAA check ride environment, using examiner-style assessments and targeted coaching.

Preparation includes:

  • Mock FAA-style evaluations
  • Final SOP refinement and procedural accuracy
  • Oral and practical readiness guidance
  • One-on-one feedback from airline-experienced instructors

Outcome: You enter the FAA check ride confident, prepared, and aligned with examiner expectations.

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Expected Duration & Training Hours

Most pilots complete the FAA Boeing 737 License Conversion within:

  • Total Duration: 28–33 days
  • Total Training Hours: 95–105 hours

(Exact timelines may vary slightly based on pilot background and scheduling availability.)

Training Flow

A structured pathway designed to guide pilots through FAA license validation with clarity and confidence

01

Ground Review & Systems Integration Training (SIT)

Begin with a focused FAA-oriented ground knowledge review to align your existing Boeing 737 experience with FAA operational standards.

What happens in this phase:

  • Review FAA procedures, limitations, and regulatory differences
  • Refresh aircraft systems and operational knowledge
  • Align SOPs, callouts, and CRM expectations
  • Prepare for simulator evaluation with structured briefings

Outcome: A strong FAA-aligned knowledge foundation before entering full-motion simulator sessions.

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Full-Motion Simulator Evaluation

Demonstrate your proficiency in a professional Boeing 737 full-motion simulator under FAA-style evaluation conditions.

  • Normal, abnormal, and emergency flight scenarios
  • Automation management and manual handling validation
  • Decision-making, checklist discipline, and crew coordination
  • Line-oriented scenarios reflecting real airline operations

Outcome: Validated simulator performance aligned with FAA examiner expectations.

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FAA Check Ride Readiness

Finalize preparation for your FAA practical test through examiner-style evaluations and targeted refinement.

What happens in this phase:

  • Final procedural review and performance polish
  • Examiner-style mock evaluations
  • Confidence building for FAA check ride execution
  • Coordination and readiness for the FAA practical test

Outcome: You’re fully prepared to complete your FAA check ride and obtain FAA recognition for your Boeing 737 Type Rating.

Minimum Requirements:

Eligibility for Boeing 737 FAA License Conversion

To enroll in the Boeing 737 FAA License Conversion program at Simulator Center Training, pilots must already hold a valid type rating and meet the minimum eligibility criteria required for FAA evaluation and validation.

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Existing Boeing 737 Type Rating

Pilots must hold a valid Boeing 737 Type Rating issued by DGCA, EASA, FAA, or another ICAO-recognized aviation authority.

02

Valid Pilot License

Applicants must hold one of the following:

Foreign license holders are accepted, subject to FAA eligibility.

03

Multi-Engine & Instrument Ratings

A valid Multi-Engine (ME) rating and Instrument Rating (IR) are required and must be current at the time of training.

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Medical Certification

A valid Class 1 Medical Certificate issued by DGCA, FAA, EASA, or another ICAO authority is required.

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English Language Proficiency

Minimum ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 4 or higher, as required for FAA operations and international radio communication.

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MCC & UPRT (If Applicable)

Many pilots already have these, but if not:

  • MCC (Multi-Crew Cooperation)
  • UPRT (Upset Prevention & Recovery Training)

These can be completed before starting the Type Rating, or we can help arrange them.

(Note: For EASA pilots, MCC is mandatory before Type Rating; for DGCA/FAA, recommended.)