A320
E190Training Programs Offered
Regulatory Approvals
About This Training Center
JetBlue University, strategically located at Orlando International Airport, serves as JetBlue Airways' primary pilot training facility housing an impressive fleet of approximately 12 Level D full flight simulators. The facility specializes in training pilots on JetBlue's core fleet aircraft, including Airbus A320, A321, and Embraer E190 aircraft types.
The Orlando location offers comprehensive training programs including initial type rating courses for new hire pilots, mandatory recurrent training for maintaining pilot currency, and pilot proficiency checks (PPC) required for regulatory compliance. The facility's Level D simulators provide the highest fidelity training experience with full motion capability and visual systems that replicate real-world flying conditions.
Located directly at Orlando International Airport, JetBlue University provides convenient access for pilots traveling from across JetBlue's route network. The facility benefits from Orlando's position as a major aviation hub, offering numerous flight connections and ground transportation options for training participants arriving from domestic and international locations.
Getting Here
The nearest major airport is Orlando International Airport (MCO). Pilots travelling for training can fly into this airport for convenient access to the training facility.
About JetBlue Airways
JetBlue Airways, founded in 2000 and based at John F. Kennedy International Airport, operates JetBlue University as its primary pilot training facility located at Orlando International Airport. The airline has established itself as a major U.S. carrier serving destinations across the Americas with a focus on customer service and operational excellence.
JetBlue University houses an extensive fleet of approximately 12 full flight simulators dedicated to training pilots on the airline's primary aircraft types. The facility specializes in Airbus A320 family training, including A320 and A321 variants, as well as Embraer E190 regional jet training. All simulators are Level D certified, representing the highest fidelity training devices approved by aviation authorities.
The training center provides comprehensive pilot education programs including initial type rating courses, recurrent training to maintain currency requirements, and pilot proficiency checks (PPC) for regulatory compliance. As JetBlue's dedicated training facility, the center serves the airline's growing pilot workforce and supports its operational expansion across domestic and international routes.