Appendix 5 – EASA Recommendation
EASA have issued the following recommendation for pre-requisites and training for initial type
rating on Turbo Jet, Pressurised Turbo prop and multi engine Turbo prop (HPA) - Single pilot
aeroplanes:
Prerequisites according to JAR-FCL 1 regulation:
200hrs hours total experience
70hrs hours Pilot in Command (PIC)
HPA certificate according to JAR-FCL 1.251 (a) (3)
Note 1. The course syllabus content stated in Appendix 1 to JAR-FCL 1.251 (HPA training) should
include procedures for ACAS operation and operation in RVSM airspace, as applicable.
Note 2. For Multi-crew operation a completion of Multi-crew co-operation training according to JARFCL 1.261(d) is recommended.
Note 3. OTD according to JAR–FSTD A.005(f) – Other Training Device (OTD).
“A training aid other than FFS, FTD, FNPT or BITD which provides for training where a complete
flight deck environment is not necessary.” The applicable training aids will be assessed and
recommended by EASA as being suitable for the proposed training.
Note 4. Supervised Operating Experience (SOE) means operating as pilot in command under the
supervision of a Class Rating Instructor (CRI). The CRI should sign the applicants log book to
document the SOE achieved.
Note 5. If the training course and skill test have been performed in multi-crew operation, the rating
should be restricted to multi-crew operations only.