Ryanair Stansted Simulator Centre

Stansted, Essex — 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Available Simulators 2

AircraftLevelQty
737 MAX Level D 2
737NG Level D 3

About This Training Center

The Ryanair Stansted Simulator Centre serves as a key training hub strategically located near London Stansted Airport, one of Ryanair's major operational bases. This facility houses advanced Level D full flight simulators for both Boeing 737NG and 737 MAX aircraft, providing pilots with the highest standard of flight training available.

The centre offers comprehensive training programs including initial type ratings for pilots transitioning to Boeing 737 aircraft, recurrent training to maintain currency and proficiency, and Operator Proficiency Checks (OPC) required for line operations. The Level D simulators feature full motion systems and visual displays that replicate actual flight conditions with exceptional fidelity, enabling effective training in normal operations, emergency procedures, and challenging weather scenarios.

Located in close proximity to London Stansted Airport, the facility provides convenient access for pilots flying in for training from across Ryanair's European network. The strategic location allows for efficient scheduling and reduces travel time for flight crew based at Stansted or other UK operations.

Getting Here

The nearest major airport is London Stansted Airport (STN). Pilots travelling for training can fly into this airport for convenient access to the training facility.

About Ryanair ATO

Ryanair ATO operates as the training division of Ryanair Holdings, Europe's largest low-cost carrier. Established to support the airline's extensive fleet operations, the Approved Training Organization (ATO) maintains state-of-the-art flight simulation facilities to train pilots for Boeing 737 aircraft operations.

The training organization specializes in Boeing 737NG and 737 MAX aircraft, reflecting Ryanair's commitment to operating a modern, standardized fleet. With Level D full flight simulators that provide the highest fidelity training experience, Ryanair ATO delivers comprehensive pilot training programs including initial type ratings, recurrent training, and operator proficiency checks.

As an EASA-approved training organization, Ryanair ATO maintains rigorous standards that meet European aviation regulatory requirements. The training programs are specifically designed around Ryanair's operational procedures and route network, providing pilots with relevant, practical training that directly applies to line operations across Europe and beyond.