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APS MCC Course A320 or B737

Accelerate your pilot career by starting with an airline using this advanced qualification.

The APS MCC (Airline Pilot Standards Multi-Crew Cooperation) is the evolution of the traditional MCC course, offering more comprehensive and rigorous training aligned with current airline standards. Designed for newly qualified pilots, the APS MCC is now widely recognized as a competitive advantage when entering the commercial aviation job market.

Airline Pilot Standards Multi-Crew Cooperation Course The APS MCC is a course that teaches pilots how to interact and share flight duties among the members of a crew, following the methodologies used by airlines and flying aircraft using simulators that represent the entire aircraft. It is an EASA-recognized course, intended for recent ATPL or CPL/ME IR holders, and prepares them to undertake any type rating course.
For current pilot students of the integrated or modular ATPL, the APS MCC is considered a very advanced MCC module to be taken during the final phase of the course, with all the usual task sharing procedures and checklists performed in an A320 environment.

Pilots with an ATPL degree can benefit from this course by experiencing an introduction to a Type Rating, studying all the SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) for the A320 and B737, for example. For airlines, pilots with APS MCC are more competitive in job opportunities, as they increase the chances of completing a Type Rating, which involves very high costs for an airline.
The success rate is 98% for passing a Type Rating.

– Enhancing knowledge in air operations – Filling training gaps – Career progression – Practice of CRM skills
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APS MCC A320

APS MCC Course

A Preparation Closer to Operational Reality

The APS MCC (Airline Pilot Standards Multi-Crew Cooperation) course is designed to prepare future pilots to operate effectively in a multi-crew environment. Through hands-on training and realistic scenarios, students develop essential technical and non-technical skills for transitioning to commercial aircraft and future Type Rating.

  • Improving knowledge of air operations
  • CRM skills practice
  • Bridge between pilot formations
  • Career progression
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Locations of APS MCC Course in Portugal

2 locations for comprehensive training

Lisbon
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Viseu
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APS MCC: Advanced Multicrew Preparation

Key differences between MCC (regular) and APS MCC (advanced)

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MCC

An enhanced MCC training program designed for pilots transitioning from single-pilot to multi-crew operations, meeting the higher standards of modern airline environments

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IFA's FNPT-II ALX or AL250

15H

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Ground School

25H

APS MCC

A standard MCC course designed to introduce pilots to multi-crew operations, focusing on teamwork, communication, and coordination in a two-pilot environment

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IFA's FNPT-II A320 or B737 MAX

42H

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Ground School

86H

Advanced pilot training

Key differences between MCC (regular) and APS MCC (advanced)

Leadership & Teamwork

MCC (regular)

APS MCC (advanced)

Ativo 5 1
Ativo 6

Situational Awareness

MCC (regular)

APS MCC (advanced)

Ativo 5 1
Ativo 6

Workload Management

MCC (regular)

APS MCC (advanced)

Ativo 5 1
Ativo 6

Problem Solving & Decision Making

MCC (regular)

APS MCC (advanced)

Ativo 5 1
Ativo 6

Monitoring & Crosschecking

MCC (regular)

APS MCC (advanced)

Ativo 5 1
Ativo 6

Task Sharing

MCC (regular)

APS MCC (avançado)

Ativo 5 1
Ativo 6

Use of Checklist

MCC (regular)

APS MCC (advanced)

Ativo 5 1
Ativo 6

Systems: normal/abnormal emergency operations

MCC (regular)

APS MCC (advanced)

Ativo 5 1
Ativo 6

Environment, Weather and ATC

MCC (regular)

APS MCC (avançado)

Ativo 6

Advanced swept-wing flying training

MCC (regular)

APS MCC (advanced)

Ativo 6

Airline operation scenario training

MCC (regular)

APS MCC (advanced)

Ativo 6

SOPs - Standard Operation Procedure

MCC (regular)

APS MCC (advanced)

Ativo 6

Airbus or Boeing Systems

MCC (regular)

APS MCC (advanced)

Ativo 6

MCC (regular)

APS MCC (advanced)

Leadership & Teamwork

Ativo 5 1
Ativo 6

Situational Awareness

Ativo 5 1
Ativo 6

Workload Management

Ativo 5 1
Ativo 6

Problem Solving & Decision Making

Ativo 5 1
Ativo 6

Monitoring & Crosschecking

Ativo 5 1
Ativo 6

Task Sharing

Ativo 5 1
Ativo 6

Use of Checklist

Ativo 5 1
Ativo 6

Systems: normal/abnormal emergency operations

Ativo 5 1
Ativo 6

Environment, Weather and ATC

Ativo 6

Advanced swept-wing flying training

Ativo 6

Airline operation scenario training

Ativo 6

SOPs - Standard Operation Procedure

Ativo 6

Airbus Systems

Ativo 6
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APS MCC in A320 or B737 simulator
Key component of the APS MCC A320 or B737 course.

Training in an A320 or B737 simulator for more realistic preparation geared towards an airline environment.

Hours

Segments

86

Theoretical instruction

40

A320/B737 CBT Systems (includes progress tests and exam)

40

A320/B737 CBT Systems (includes progress tests and exam)

14

Advanced swept-wing jet aeroplane training

07

Airline operations scenario training

42

Simulator Sessions (FNPT-II A320 or B737 MAX)

20

MCC Training

12

Advanced jet aircraft training

02

Final Assessment

Horas

86

Segmentos

Theoretical instruction

40

A320/B737 CBT Systems (includes progress tests and exam)

14

Advanced swept-wing jet aeroplane training

07

Airline operations scenario training

42

Simulator Sessions (FNPT-II A320 or B737 MAX)

20

MCC Training

12

Advanced training in swept-wing jet aircraft

02

Final Assessment

APS MCC in A320/B737 simulator
Access requirements

Check the requirements to participate in the APS MCC course and take the next step in your preparation for a career in commercial aviation.

– Minimum age of 18 years
– At least 70 years as a PIC

A320:

– Cascais, Lisboa

B737 MAX:
– Viseu

– 5-6 weeks

– Airlines are already requesting APS MCC certification for their First Officer positions without Type Rating.

Preferred Qualification
APS MCC ensures that the pilot is already familiar with multi-crew operations, increasing the success rate in passing the next type rating.

Competitive Advantage
Pilots with APS MCC training are seen as more prepared and competent, giving them a competitive advantage in the job market.

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Benefits of APS MCC
The course is structured based on the same procedures, scenarios, and demands used by major European airlines, preparing the pilot to operate effectively in a multi-crew environment.
More than just piloting, the APS MCC focuses on teamwork, leadership, communication, and decision-making – crucial skills in a modern cockpit.
More and more airlines are valuing (or even requiring) the APS MCC on resumes, considering it clear evidence of professionalism and advanced preparation.
The course is conducted in FNPT-II or higher type simulators, faithfully replicating the environment of a commercial jet. The instructors are pilots with real airline experience.
With a solid foundation in SOPs, CRM, and cockpit management, pilots who complete the APS MCC approach Type Rating with greater confidence and fluency.
Why should you take the APS MCC at IFA?

With IFA, you’re one step ahead.

The APS MCC goes beyond certification: it’s a complete training program, with Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 MAX simulators, real SOPs, and instruction from professionals with airline experience. We are pioneers in Portugal in this format, preparing you for the real challenges of modern commercial aviation.

Exclusive and recognized training

IFA is the first and only school in Portugal certified to teach the APSMCC according to EASA standards for A320 and B737 MAX.

High-fidelity simulators - realistic environment

IFA owns simulators - Airbus A320 and B737 MAX, which faithfully reproduce the cockpit, systems, and even the procedures (SOPs) of the airline operator.

Location, experience and support structure

IFA operates in Portugal - Cascais, Viseu, Braga, offering a training environment with modern facilities and well-structured bases.

Solid credentials

The APS MCC course is certified by national and European civil aviation authorities (ANAC/EASA).
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