REQUIREMENTS:
LICENSE:
You must hold a valid Commercial Pilot License (CPL) or Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) issued by the DGCA.

MEDICAL CERTIFICATION:
A valid Class 1 medical certificate is required, ensuring you meet the medical standards set by the DGCA.

EXPERIENCE:
Pilots typically need to have logged a minimum number of flight hours, which varies depending on the specific type rating course requirements and the Approved Training Organization (ATO) providing the training.

TRAINING PROCESS:
DGCA-APPROVED TRAINING ORGANIZATION (ATO):
Enroll in a DGCA-approved ATO that offers ATR type rating courses. These organizations have the necessary facilities, qualified instructors, and simulators approved for training on ATR aircraft.

COURSE STRUCTURE:
The type rating course for the ATR aircraft includes both theoretical knowledge and practical flight training. The training syllabus covers aircraft systems, performance, procedures, emergency situations, and simulator sessions specific to the ATR model you are training on (e.g., ATR 42, ATR 72).

SIMULATOR TRAINING:
Training is conducted in full-flight simulators (FFS) or flight training devices (FTD) that replicate the ATR cockpit environment. Simulator sessions focus on handling normal operations, abnormal procedures, emergency scenarios, and cockpit familiarization.

EXAMINATIONS:
Pilots must pass examinations administered by the ATO to demonstrate proficiency in operating the ATR aircraft.

SKILL TEST:
A skill test is conducted by DGCA-appointed examiners to assess the pilot’s ability to operate the ATR aircraft safely and competently.

CERTIFICATION:
TYPE RATING CERTIFICATE:
Upon successful completion of training and passing all required examinations and checks, DGCA will issue an ATR type rating certificate.
VALIDITY:
Type rating certificates are typically valid for a specific period, often requiring recurrent training and checks to maintain currency as per DGCA regulations.

COST AND DURATION:
COST:
The cost of ATR type rating training in India varies depending on the ATO, location, and specific training package. It can range significantly, so pilots should research and compare options.
DURATION:
The duration of the type rating course generally ranges from several weeks to a few months, depending on the ATO’s training schedule, the pilot’s prior experience, and specific course requirements.

CHOOSING AN ATO:
When selecting an ATO for ATR type rating training in India, consider factors such as reputation, instructor expertise, simulator quality (specifically for the ATR model you intend to fly), course structure, cost, and post-training support. Ensure the ATO is approved by DGCA to conduct ATR type rating training.

By following these steps and meeting the requirements, pilots in India can obtain a type rating for the ATR aircraft, allowing them to operate these aircraft types in commercial airline operations under DGCA regulations.