Available Simulators 1
| Aircraft | Level | Qty |
|---|---|---|
 A320 |
Level D | 3 |
Training Programs Offered
About This Training Center
The Essen training center operates as a specialized facility with one Level D full flight simulator dedicated to the Airbus A320 family. This focused approach allows the center to provide intensive, specialized training for one of the world's most popular narrow-body aircraft types, serving airlines and pilots across Europe.
The facility offers comprehensive Airbus A320 training programs including initial type ratings for pilots new to the aircraft type, recurrent training for maintaining currency, and differences training for pilots transitioning between A320 family variants. The center provides essential checking services including pilot proficiency checks (PPC) and operator proficiency checks (OPC), ensuring pilots meet regulatory requirements.
Advanced training capabilities include line-oriented flight training (LOFT) for realistic operational scenarios, upset prevention and recovery training (UPRT) for enhanced safety skills, and CAT II/III approach training for low-visibility operations. The center's location in North Rhine-Westphalia provides convenient access for pilots from Germany's industrial heartland and neighboring countries. Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) serves as the primary access point, offering excellent connectivity throughout Europe for visiting pilots and training customers.
Getting Here
The nearest major airport is Düsseldorf Airport (DUS). Pilots travelling for training can fly into this airport for convenient access to the training facility.
About Lufthansa Aviation Training
Lufthansa Aviation Training stands as Europe's premier aviation training provider, building on over 60 years of expertise in commercial airline training. As part of the Lufthansa Group, the organization operates seven state-of-the-art training centers across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, maintaining one of the world's most comprehensive fleets of over 50 full flight simulators.
The company's simulator fleet encompasses the full spectrum of commercial aviation, featuring Level D full flight simulators for Airbus A220, A320 family, A330, A340, A350, A380, Boeing 737, 747, 767, 777, 787, Bombardier CRJ series, Embraer E-Jets, and De Havilland Canada Dash 8 Q400 aircraft. This extensive fleet positions Lufthansa Aviation Training among the largest simulator operators globally.
Beyond pilot training, the organization offers comprehensive aviation training solutions including cabin crew safety training, human factors programs, and specialized business training services. Their training portfolio covers initial type ratings, recurrent training, instructor courses, upset prevention and recovery training (UPRT), multi-crew cooperation (MCC), and advanced programs like CAT II/III approach training. The company also maintains robust ab-initio and cadet training programs, supporting the next generation of aviation professionals.
With more than 700 experienced instructors and trainers, Lufthansa Aviation Training combines traditional airline expertise with innovative training technologies, including recently introduced virtual reality systems for enhanced learning experiences.