Type Rating

/ˈtaɪp ˌreɪtɪŋ/

Definitions

  1. (n.) An authorization given by aviation authorities certifying that a pilot is qualified to operate a specific aircraft type.
    She obtained her type rating before flying the new model aircraft.

Forms

  • type rating
  • type ratings

Commentary

A type rating is distinct from a general pilot license and is specific to aircraft models requiring specialized training due to complexity or size.

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