Modular ATPL Theory

Dakar, Senegal

Sicily, Italy

Dubai, UAE

Hyderabad, India

Lismore, Australia

Gold Coast, Australia

Beirut, Lebanon

Montpellier, France

762 hours

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ATPL theory is required to achieve your commercial pilot license.

The objective of the ATPL theoretical modular course is to reach a level of knowledge that allows the student to successfully pass the various modules of ATPL theoretical certificates.

To accommodate your specific needs we offer you 4 different options to study ATPL, each of them is focused on your success.  

Modular ATPL Theory

Option 1: Full-time onsite with instructor
Commitment: 762 study hours
Investment: €9,500

Suited for people who want to complete their study in the shortest possible time and be led by an experienced instructor.

Option 2: Full-time distance learning with instructor
Commitment: 762 study hours
Investment: €9,500

Suited for people who want to study from home, save money on accommodation and living expenses and be led by an experienced instructor.

Option 3: Flexible self-study
Commitment: 650 study hours
Investment: €2,000

Suited for people who want to study from home, save money on accommodation and living expenses.

Option 4: Flexible self-study with Instructor support
Commitment: 650 study hours
Investment: €2,000

Suited for people who want to study from home, save money on accommodation and living expenses and be led by an experienced instructor.

Note: ATPL theory is a an intense training, and it is not recommended to choose the self-study option if you do not have an adequate method of study.

Modular ATPL Theory

AIRWAYS AVIATION / ESMA holistically integrate Area 100 KSA into the entire training syllabus. A particular emphasis will be on training through real-world situations, dealing with emergency events, stimulating resilience, and more.

The training structure meets EASA requirements and include two formative assessments, two summative assessments and a mental math test.

The classroom training includes classroom and practical work to address the subject and the Area 100 KSA LOs, such as but not limited to: lessons, tutorials and demonstrations; planning, communications, group presentation, scenario and project exercises; practical work using simulator training devices, computer-based training, workbook exercises, assignments, airport and/or aviation industry field trips and other media training.

Equipment:

  • Classrooms with video projector and computer connected to ATO network
  • AIRWAYS AVIATION Academy eLearning platform
  • Padpilot Training courseware
  • AVIATION EXAM (Over 16 000 questions for the latest EASA ECQB exams)
  • JEPPESEN route manual
  • Performance tables

Integrated Area 100 KSA

AIRWAYS AVIATION / ESMA is one of the first aviation training centres in Europe to offer pilot training with integrated Area 100 KSA.

The acronym KSA stands for “Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes” and represents a philosophy in initial pilot training focusing on competency-based training and assessment (CBTA) instead of factual knowledge training.
While gaining particular importance in the aviation field, this paradigm allows students to develop appropriate ICAO core competencies during the ground training and apply theoretical knowledge through practical exercises.

The first ATPL group with Area 100 KSA embedded into the training begins in April 2021. Other training programs available at AIRWAYS AVIATION / ESMA, as Theoretical Modular ATPL and Distance Learning ATPL will also encompass the new approach.

Airlines will be choosing from the pool of licensed pilots who possess and demonstrate vital competencies, such as communication, leadership and teamwork, problem-solving, decision-making, situation awareness, workload management and application of knowledge. Pilots will receive relevant and useful courses that meet industry needs and utilize best practices, improving their credibility to get employed by leading airlines. Their knowledge will come from understanding but not rote learning.

Remember the core of Area 100 KSA:

“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I remember, involve me and I learn.”

ATPL course is conducted in 3 phases

Phase 1:

  • Module 010 air law
  • Module 021 aircraft general knowledge
  • Module 061 general navigation
  • Module 091 VRF communications
  • Module 092 IFR communications
  • School revisions + French CAA examinations for these modules

Phase 2:

  • Modules 022 instrumentation
  • Modules 031 mass and balance
  • Modules 050 meteorology
  • Modules 081 principles of flight
  • School revisions + French CAA examinations for these modules

Phase 3:

  • Modules 032 aircraft performance
  • Modules 033 flight planning and monitoring
  • Modules 040 human performance
  • Modules 062 radio navigation
  • Modules 070 operational procedures
  • School revisions + French CAA examinations for these modules

  • 18 years old or over
  • Valid class 1 medical
  • Be fluent in English (preferred IELTS 5.5 or TOEIC 650)
  • PPL license (for Modular Training)