UPRT A

Prepare for unexpected flight scenarios through hands-on upset prevention and recovery training

Intro / Summary

Combines theoretical instruction and practical flight training to develop the skills needed to recognise, prevent and recover from aircraft upsets. Delivered by experienced instructors, the course meets FCL.745.A requirements and provides valuable hands-on training in advanced aircraft handling

Courses run weekly

  • Largest Dedicated UPRT Fleet
  • Experienced Airline Instructors
  • CAA & EASA Compliant

£1,995 inc. VAT

We are the world's largest and most advanced UPRT specialists, with the largest UPRT aircraft training fleet.  

We are in a totally unique position to be able to offer, and solely specialise in APS MCC and UPRT-A, all under one roof, all owned and operated by us.

Our Advanced UPRT-Aeroplane Training Course, in compliance with FCL.745.A, for both UK CAA and EASA licence holders covering the following theoretical and practical elements;

 

  1. 5 hours theoretical knowledge instruction.
  2. Full comprehensive pre flight and post flight debriefings.
  3. A minimum of 3 hours of dual flight instruction, embracing multi crew concepts, with an instructor qualified in accordance with FCL.915 (e) and consisting of Advanced UPRT, in an aeroplane qualified and appropriate for the training task.

Why UPRT Matters

UPRT training has been a required part of CPL training since December 2019. Despite synthetic upset recovery exercises being carried out on airliner simulators for many years, the disturbingly high number of loss of control (LOC) incidents in the preceding decade led the CAA and EASA to mandate a new flight training module for all new airline pilots.

Only in actual flight, with the ability to expose trainee pilots to controlled jeopardy, in-flight ‘G’ forces and extensive stall recovery training, can the baseline instincts for upset recovery be developed. CRM were one of the first ATOs approved to carry out this training, and our instructors can provide prospective airline candidates with not only the competence to physically handle potential LOC situations, but also the mental resilience to deal with the startle reactions which commonly result from such incidents.

Our candidates will be trained to recover from every conceivable kind of aerodynamic stall, incipient spins, spiral dives and will leave the course with the confidence to recognise all of the possible unusual attitudes that an aircraft may find itself in after an upset, and safely return it to a steady flightpath.

Course Format

Our UPRT training course is delivered in our fleet of 5 Slingsby Firefly T67. All of our UPRT instructors are Airbus 320, 350, 380, Boeing 737, 787, 777 rated with military and significant aerobatic instructional experience. 

Regulatory information on UPRT training,  Advanced UPRT-Aeroplane can be found here.

It is worth noting that pilots holding an Aerobatic Rating, or have aerobatic experience, WILL NOT be exempt from the Advanced UPRT-Aeroplane Course.

No exemption has been granted for military pilots, so it is mandatory that the Advanced UPRT-Aeroplane Course will be required for all military pilots transitioning to a civilian licence. There is no such thing as an abridging course for military pilots - the full course must be completed.

Course Requirements

Applicants must hold a UK CAA or EASA licence and meet the requirements of FCL.745.A. Due to aircraft operating limitations, participants must not exceed a maximum weight of 110kg (17 stone 3 lbs), a maximum hip size of 114cm (45 inches), or a maximum height of 1.95m (6ft 5in).

If you are unsure whether you meet the course requirements, please contact CRM Aviation before booking.

★★★★★

"Not gonna lie – I didn’t expect UPRT training to be this fun. Spending the day getting thrown into unusual attitudes, stalls, and recoveries, sounds and is Intense, but CRM did it with professionalism and smiles"

 

Geoff - UPRT

"Great couple of days, loved the team, I had a lot of fun and learn valuable lessons on upset recovery"

 

Tim, UPRT

"Not only fun but more importantly full of interesting training and experience that I will carry with me into my professional cockpit, making for improved safety!"

 

Elliott - UPRT

"Great experience and great communication despite weather challenges. All instructors were friendly and professional"

 

Max - UPRT

CRM CAREERS

Our students have successfully achieved First Officer positions with the following

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