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About This Training Center
Global Training Aviation's Madrid facility serves as a key European training hub, strategically positioned to serve airlines and pilots throughout Spain and the broader European region. The center houses two Level D full flight simulators covering the most widely operated narrow-body aircraft types in commercial aviation.
The Boeing 737NG Level D simulator provides comprehensive training for all variants within the Next Generation 737 family, supporting initial type ratings, recurrent training, and proficiency checks. The Airbus A320 Level D simulator covers the A320 family aircraft, enabling pilots to complete type ratings and maintain currency on these popular narrow-body aircraft. Both simulators feature full motion systems, advanced visual displays, and accurate flight management systems that replicate actual aircraft performance characteristics.
Training programs at the Madrid center include initial type rating courses, recurrent training every six months, pilot proficiency checks, operator proficiency checks, and line-oriented flight training scenarios. The facility also offers CAT II/III approach training, differences training for aircraft variants, and upset prevention and recovery training. These comprehensive programs support airline training requirements and individual pilot certification needs.
The Madrid location benefits from its proximity to Madrid-Barajas Airport, providing convenient access for pilots traveling from across Europe and beyond for training programs.
Getting Here
The nearest major airport is Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). Pilots travelling for training can fly into this airport for convenient access to the training facility.
About Global Training Aviation
Global Training Aviation (GTA) is a European-based flight training organization specializing in full flight simulator training for commercial aviation. The company operates state-of-the-art Level D full flight simulators to deliver comprehensive pilot training programs for airline and corporate operators.
GTA's training portfolio encompasses initial type rating courses, recurrent training, pilot proficiency checks (PPC), operator proficiency checks (OPC), and specialized programs including line-oriented flight training (LOFT) and upset prevention and recovery training (UPRT). The organization maintains a focus on narrow-body aircraft training, with particular expertise in Boeing 737NG and Airbus A320 family aircraft.
The company's training methodology emphasizes practical, scenario-based learning utilizing advanced simulation technology. GTA's Level D full flight simulators feature motion systems, visual display systems, and aircraft-specific avionics that provide pilots with realistic training environments equivalent to actual aircraft experience. This enables efficient type rating completion and ongoing proficiency maintenance for commercial pilots.
GTA serves airlines, cargo operators, charter companies, and individual pilots seeking type ratings or recurrent training. The organization's training programs are designed to meet international aviation standards and support pilot career development across various operational environments.