Available Simulators 7
| Aircraft | Level | Qty |
|---|---|---|
 A319 |
Level D | 1 |
| A320 |
Level D | 1 |
| A321 |
Level D | 1 |
 737 MAX |
Level D | 1 |
| 737NG |
Level D | 1 |
| 777 |
Level D | 1 |
| 787 |
Level D | 1 |
Training Programs Offered
Regulatory Approvals
About This Training Center
The American Airlines Flight Training Academy, located in the Skyview 3 facility near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, serves as the airline's primary pilot training hub and houses one of the most extensive collections of Level D full flight simulators in commercial aviation. This state-of-the-art facility supports American Airlines' massive pilot training requirements across its diverse fleet of narrow-body and wide-body aircraft.
The facility's simulator inventory includes Level D devices for the complete Airbus A320 family (A319, A320, A321), Boeing 737NG and 737 MAX aircraft, as well as wide-body simulators for the Boeing 777 and 787 Dreamliner. Each simulator meets the highest Level D certification standards, providing motion systems, visual displays, and flight dynamics that replicate actual aircraft performance with exceptional fidelity.
Training programs at this location include initial type rating courses for pilots transitioning to new aircraft types, comprehensive recurrent training programs to maintain pilot currency, and Pilot Proficiency Checks required for regulatory compliance. The facility's proximity to DFW Airport provides convenient access for American Airlines pilots traveling from across the carrier's domestic and international network, while also serving as a backup training location during irregular operations.
Getting Here
The nearest major airport is Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Pilots travelling for training can fly into this airport for convenient access to the training facility.
About American Airlines
American Airlines operates one of the aviation industry's most comprehensive flight training operations through its Flight Training Academy, located near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. As one of the world's largest airlines, American Airlines has developed extensive pilot training capabilities to support its massive fleet operations across domestic and international routes.
The airline's training facility houses approximately 30 mainline full flight simulators, representing one of the largest concentrations of Level D flight training devices in the United States. American Airlines' simulator fleet covers all major aircraft types in the carrier's operational fleet, including the complete Airbus A320 family (A319, A320, A321), Boeing narrow-body aircraft (737NG and 737 MAX), and wide-body long-haul aircraft including the Boeing 777 and 787 Dreamliner.
The training programs at American Airlines encompass initial type rating courses for newly hired pilots, comprehensive recurrent training to maintain currency and proficiency, and Pilot Proficiency Checks (PPC) required for regulatory compliance. The facility serves as the primary training hub for American Airlines' pilot workforce, ensuring standardized training delivery and maintaining the highest levels of operational safety across the airline's extensive route network.