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Flight Training

Jet Bridge Training

Bridge the gap. Build competence. Begin type rating ready.

Build type rating jet-ready skills with Jet Bridge Training

Built on Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) principles, Boeing’s Jet Bridge Training course is designed to prepare low-time commercial pilots for their first jet transport type rating.

Through instructor-led classroom time, practical simulator sessions, and structured debriefings, trainees build the technical and nontechnical knowledge needed to operate effectively in a modern airline environment.

Our program supports pilots seeking to develop stronger multicrew coordination, improve manual and automated flight management, and strengthen their understanding of jet operations, procedures, and resilience.

Format

Combination of distance learning, classroom instruction, and sessions using Flight Training Devices and Full Flight Simulators.

Credential

Participants receive a certificate of completion after successfully finishing the course.

Airplane models

737NG
737 MAX

Duration

11 days, comprising:

Four hours of distance learning
Two days of classroom instruction
Nine days of simulator training

Locations

Training can be held at one of our Boeing training campuses or at the customer’s site.

How to book

Connect with us to learn more about pricing as well as our Pilot Instructor Training (PIT) course for customers wishing to conduct their own Jet Bridge Training.

Why choose Boeing for Jet Bridge Training

OEM expertise and credibility
The Jet Bridge Training curriculum is authored and delivered by Boeing subject-matter experts with deep operational and engineering experience.
Scenario based and competency focused
Practical lessons mirror real environments and emphasize leadership, communication, and decision-making to create resilient pilots.
Threat and error management
Jet Bridge Training effectively develops pilots’ ability to anticipate threats, trap errors, and recover from undesired aircraft states.
Flexible delivery
Training may be delivered at a Boeing campus or customer location using appropriate Boeing or customer training devices and instructors.
Operator enablement
Our Pilot Instructor Training option enables customer-led Jet Bridge course delivery by providing curriculum materials, orientation, instructor training, and technical support.

Course highlights

Jet Bridge Training

12 hours of distance learning to build foundational knowledge before instructor-led training begins
Nine days of practical flight training in a qualified Flight Simulator Training Device (FSTD), providing 36 hours of flight time
Structured daily simulator sessions with preflight briefing, practical flight training, and CBTA-facilitated debriefing
One day for a skills test with four hours of flight time so participants can demonstrate competency and readiness

Jet Bridge Pilot Instructor Training

Additional course option for customers wishing to instruct their own Jet Bridge Training course
Conducted by Boeing Instructor Training
12 hours of pre-course distance learning
Three days of practical flight training sessions centered on Training Manual review, FSTD training, and CBTA-facilitated debriefings

Course outline

Distance-learning modules: Human factors, aircraft systems, operational procedures, and threat and error management
CBTA topics: Critical part of building pilot resilience and competence
Classroom academics: Aerodynamics, aircraft performance, flight management computer tutorial, crew resource management, and threat and error management
Flight Training Device sessions: Ground operations, automatic flight, LNAV, VNAV, holding, and manual flight
Full Flight Simulator sessions: Manual flight, non-normal procedures, one-engine inoperative scenarios, and line-oriented scenarios
Debriefings: Structured feedback focusing on competencies, threat and error management, and root cause analysis

Prerequisites

Commercial Pilot License (CPL): Participants must have a valid CPL, which allows them to operate aircraft for commercial purposes.

Frequently asked questions about Jet Bridge Training

How does Boeing Jet Bridge Training differ from other providers’ courses?

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Boeing Jet Bridge Training is built on a competency-based approach that combines distance learning, classroom instruction, simulator training, and structured debriefing to prepare low-time pilots for jet type rating training.

We also offer a Pilot Instructor Training course for customers who want to hold their own Jet Bridge Training course.

Who should enroll in Boeing Jet Bridge Training?

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Our Jet Bridge Training course is intended for low-time commercial pilots preparing for their first jet transport flight deck and type rating experience.

How do I book Jet Bridge Training?

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To book Jet Bridge Training, please submit the form below and a Boeing Training Advisor will reach out to discuss delivery options, instructor support, and implementation.

What is the cost of Jet Bridge Training?

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Jet Bridge Training costs vary based on several factors, including aircraft type, training pathway, pilot experience, location, and delivery format. Please submit the form below to discuss pricing and any available promotions with a Boeing Training Advisor.